VA Central Iowa Health Care System (VACIHCS)

Inviting all Central Iowa Veterans to Celebrate 250 Years of Service with us. On July 1, 2026 from 1-3 in the afternoon we will be sharing Ice Cream, Information and Camaraderie. Event will be in the Des Moines VA Medical Center Main Lobby at 3600 30th St, Des Moines IA

❗️SCAM ALERT! ❗️

A graphic circulating online claiming VA is offering free athletic shoes from major brands has been identified as a scam by the VA National Office.

Athletic shoes through the VA are not available through online offers, brand-selection links, promotional emails or third-party sign ups.

Shoes are only available by prescription for Veterans with diabetes or to accommodate an orthopedic condition. VA only provides shoes that are medically required.

We encourage you to be vigilant and mindful not to click suspicious links, enter personal information or provide payment details in response to these posts or messages.

If you have any questions, please contact us through official VA channels.

VA Central Iowa Recreation Therapy is partnering with Adaptive Sports Iowa and Polk County to offer another Outdoor Rec Day at Easter Lake! Please join us on Saturday, June 20th from 9am-12pm at the Athene Northshore Recreation Area at Easter Lake. This is a great opportunity for veterans and their families to enjoy many outdoor recreation activities! See flyer for more details on how to register! Contact Joni Osmundson for more information: 515-528-6628

Please help congratulate our national winners and local qualifiers in the 2025 National Veterans Creative Arts competition! 👩‍🍳

Co-presented by Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the American Legion Auxiliary, the National Veterans Creative Arts Festival empowers Veterans to improve their mental and physical health through therapeutic creative arts experiences. The event reinforces the VA’s commitment to whole health, recovery-oriented care, and Veteran-centered services by celebrating resilience, achievement, and personal growth. Showcasing the intersection of artistry and healing, the event features national Veteran medalists invited for their artistic achievements and therapeutic use of the arts.

Have you downloaded our Couples Coach App? Couples can improve communication and build trust in their relationship. Try exercises to practice active listening so you can navigate conflict better with your partner. https://mobile.va.gov/app/couples-coach

Please see June 2026 Deployment Sites for Central Iowa's Virtual Mobile Clinic. Call 515-401-5452 today to set up an appointment!!

As part of their "Salute to Our Veterans and Active Military" concert tour. Country Music artist Bigg Vinny from Nashville, TN and local artist Jordan Beem, visited VA Central Iowa to entertain and encourage Veterans. THANK YOU, for your interest in caring for our Veterans at VA Central Iowa!

The VA Central Iowa Health Care System hosted a ceremonial Ribbon Cutting Event on Wednesday, May 27, marking the grand opening of its newly renovated Telemetry Clinic at the Des Moines VA Campus.

The newly completed Telemetry Clinic represents a significant investment in Veteran health care in Central Iowa. The planning, construction, and activation of the clinic was completed over the course of one year. Contracted by Covenant Construction Services, it features 10 private rooms, each equipped with advanced telemetric technology to provide precise monitoring and care for Veterans. This renovation aligns with VA’s ongoing mission to modernize and enhance health care infrastructure. The improvements are designed to enhance patient privacy and comfort while streamlining access to specialty services for Veterans throughout Central Iowa.

Speaking on the importance of this milestone, Lisa Curnes, Director of VA Central Iowa Health Care System, emphasized the organization’s commitment to Veterans:
“One of our strategic goals has been to modernize our facilities, equipment, and services to best serve VA Central Iowa Veterans. The new Telemetry Clinic will ensure our providers have the necessary facilities to deliver high-quality care to our growing population of local Veterans.”

To commemorate the opening, the clinic held a ribbon cutting ceremony that began at 1:00 p.m. The event featured a moving performance of the National Anthem by country music singer Bigg Vinny, of the band Trailer Choir from Nashville, TN. Bigg Vinny, along with local country music artist Jordan Beem, visited the Des Moines VA campus as part of their “Salute to our Veterans and Active Military” tour.

Reflecting on his participation, Bigg Vinny said,
“It was an honor to come to VA Central Iowa and help celebrate our Veterans. I know what music does for me and want to share that with Veterans.” The “Salute to Our Veterans and Active Military Tour” includes a concert at Farm Boy Garage at 6:00 PM tonight, Friday, May 29, 2026 and offers free admission to Veterans and Active Military.