James E. Van Zandt VA Medical Center

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James E. Van Zandt VA Medical Center

The James E. Van Zandt VA Medical Center provides for the health care needs of Veterans in Central PA Joint Commission Notice:

The James E.

Van Zandt VA Medical Center wishes to promote open communication regarding any concerns about patient care or safety in the medical center. If you have concerns about patient care or safety that have not been addressed, you are encouraged to contact your Service Chief/Supervisor. Additionally, you can contact Quality Management Service at extension 7321. If the concern continues, you may contact The Joint Commission at the following:
• www.jointcommission.org, using the “Report a Patient Safety Event” link
in the “Action Center” on the home page of the website
• By fax to 630-792-5636
• By mail to Office of Quality and Patient Safety, The Joint Commission,
One Renaissance Boulevard, Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181

It is the policy of this medical center that no disciplinary action will occur because an employee reports safety or quality of care concerns to The Joint Commission. Any questions regarding this matter can be directed to Quality Management Service at extension 7321.

09/08/2026

Join us for the Third Annual VetFest at the James E. Van Zandt VA Medical Center!

📅 Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026
🕙 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
📍 2907 Pleasant Valley Blvd., Altoona, PA

VetFest features VA healthcare enrollment assistance, help with service‑connected disability claims, a car Cruise‑in with the Blair Antique Car Club, food trucks, and live entertainment! Bring your DD214, last year’s financial information, and insurance details if you’d like to enroll in VA healthcare.

This free event is open to Veterans, families, and our community.

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day! Today we proudly recognize the incredible dedication of the staff at the James E. Van Zandt VA Medical Center. Your commitment to serving our Veterans with compassion, professionalism, and unwavering care makes a profound difference every single day. Thank you for all that you do—your hard work and heart are truly appreciated.

09/04/2026

September is Su***de Prevention month. Please join us on September 15th for our annual Su***de Prevention Walk from 11am until 2pm. Community and VA resource tables will be on site to provide information on services available. A food truck will be present at the Altoona location.
This year the walk will be taking place in 2 separate locations:
James E Van Zandt Altoona VA Medical Center
2907 Pleasant Valley BLVD
Altoona, PA 16602

Dubois Community Based Outpatient Clinic
5690 Shaffer Rd
DuBois, PA 15801

If you, or a Veteran friend or family member are struggling, please do not wait and reach out. Help is available 24/7 through the Veterans Crisis Line at 988 option 1. Same-day mental health services are also available through the Altoona VA (Building 32 or Urgent Care), and through our Community Based Outpatient Clinics.

09/02/2026

Please join us for our annual virtual Mental Health Summit, "The Veterans' Voice", on September 10th, to hear presentations from VA staff and community partners. The Summit will offer innovative approaches, share best practices, and connect with others who are dedicated to supporting Veterans’ mental health.

09/01/2026

September is Su***de Prevention Awareness Month. If you, or a Veteran friend or family member are struggling, please do not wait and reach out. Help is available 24/7 through the Veterans Crisis Line at 988 press option 1. Same-Day Access mental health services are available through the Altoona VA (Building 32 or Urgent Care), and through each on of our Community Based Outpatient Clinics.
We encourage you to visit the VA’s Don’t Wait. Reach Out site to learn more about additional available resources: https://www.va.gov/REACH/

08/31/2026

Please join us for our overdose awareness ceremony.

08/29/2026

Three Altoona Curve players stopped by the Community Living Center yesterday to spend time with our residents, bringing plenty of smiles and memorable moments. A huge thank‑you to Freedom Ride for providing baseballs and display cases so the players could autograph keepsakes for everyone. Your support made this visit extra special!

08/28/2026

The James E. Van Zandt VA Medical Center is holding an upcoming virtual event dedicated to providing education on health and wellness and sharing valuable VA resources. The Annual Mental Health Sum…

08/26/2026

We’re excited to announce that our Veteran Experience Center Welcome Desk and Central Registration now feature newly opened My HealtheVet, Login.gov, and ID.me support stations.

These areas are fully equipped with both the technology and staff needed to assist Veterans with creating and troubleshooting a modern credential—whether Login.gov or ID.me—for My HealtheVet on VA.gov. This should make the entire process smoother and more accessible for everyone.

In addition, our Virtual Health Resource Center (Altoona Facility, 2nd Floor, Room 2B56) remains open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Our team is always ready to help, providing support to ensure a smooth, easy, and stress-free experience no matter your comfort level with technology. For Veterans in rural communities, assistance is also available at any of our five CBOC locations with a Telehealth Clinical Technician. Veterans can stop by anytime for help, keeping in mind that walk-ins depend on technician availability and wait times may vary.

If anyone prefers to call, our Virtual Health Resource Center can be reached at 814-943-8164 ext. 14979. We’re committed to making every Veteran’s journey through VA services as seamless as possible.

Address

2907 Pleasant Valley Boulevard
Altoona, PA
16602

Telephone

+18149438164

Website

http://www.altoona.va.gov/

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