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12 Heartbreaks. One Beautiful Miracle. After 12 devastating pregnancy losses, Marine Corps Veteran Adriana Elmore never gave up on her dream of becoming a mother. With compassionate care and unwavering support from the Orlando VA Healthcare System’s Maternity Care Coordination Program, her journey of heartbreak turned into one of hope. On Oct. 10, Adriana and her husband finally welcomed their miracle baby, Carolina! “She’s literally the miracle,” Adriana said. During Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, her story reminds us that even after unimaginable loss, hope can still shine through. Read Adriana’s inspiring journey and how Orlando VA stood beside her every step of the way: ow.ly/xi6k5102Fxj #OrlandoVA #WomenVeterans #HopeAfterLoss

The Halloween spirit was alive and well across Orlando VA, and our team really dressed for the occasion! 🎃👻 Happy Halloween from the Orlando VA Healthcare System! 🧡🖤 Our staff got into the spooky spirit with creative costumes, plenty of smiles, and a little Halloween fun! From all of us at Orlando VA, we wish our Veterans, families, and community a safe and Happy Halloween! #HappyHalloween #OrlandoVA #VAFamily #HalloweenSpirit

Central Florida, Get Ready to Salute Our Heroes! Get ready for a celebration of patriotism, pride and community as the 27th Annual City of Orlando Veterans Day Parade marches through Lake Nona! Join Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, the Orlando VA Healthcare System and community partners as we come together to honor the brave men and women who have served our nation. What can you expect? More than 75 Veteran organizations, active-duty military, marching bands, JROTC units, community groups and special guests, all coming together for an unforgettable tribute to our Veterans and their families! Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026 Opening Ceremony: 10:45 a.m. | Parade: 11 a.m. Lake Nona Town Center, Orlando As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, this year’s theme, “Veterans Helping Veterans and Their Families,” reminds us that service doesn’t end when the uniform comes off. Bring your family, wave your American flags and help us line the streets to show our Veterans just how much their service means to our community! Parking and road closure information: orlando.gov/Events/2026-Vete… Let’s fill Lake Nona with red, white and blue! Will you be joining us to honor our Veterans? Let us know in the comments! For more information: va.gov/orlando-health-care/n… #OrlandoVA #VeteransDay2026 #OrlandoVeteransParade #LakeNona #VeteransHelpingVeterans #America250

We’re proud to share that the Orlando VA Health Care System was recognized by Becker’s Hospital Review as one of only two health care systems in Florida—and one of just 61 nationwide—to receive five-star ratings for both quality and patient experience. We’re honored to be recognized alongside Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville and grateful to our Veterans, families, and dedicated employees who make this achievement possible every day. Thank you for trusting OVAHCS with your care. #VeteransHealth #PatientExperience #QualityCare #OVAHCS

What if wellness could be experienced through the beat of a drum, the power of tradition and the healing connection to nature? Discover a different approach to wellness at the Orlando VA Healthcare System’s Warrior Wellness: Traditional Healing and VA Care event! Experience generations of American Indian and Alaska Native healing traditions through interactive drum circles, guided imagery, traditional Native foods, purification practices and talking circles. Veterans can also connect with VA representatives for claims assistance, enrollment, toxic exposure screenings and more! Wednesday, Nov. 4 | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Lakeside at Viera Town Center | Melbourne, FL Learn more about this unique experience: ow.ly/htQW5101l8n Which healing station would you be most interested in experiencing? Tell us in the comments! #OrlandoVA #WarriorWellness #VeteransHealth #WholeHealth #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #Veterans

When you join the Million Veteran Program, your privacy comes first. We protect your personal information by removing identifying details and using advanced security measures to keep your data safe. Join more than 1 million Veterans making a difference. Visit mvp.va.gov or call 866-441-6075.

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🎃👻 What a Spooktacular Time at Orlando VA! 🍬 What a wonderful afternoon of fun, laughter, and community spirit at the Orlando VA Healthcare System's annual Trunk or Treat event! A heartfelt THANK YOU to all the Veterans, families, and community members who joined us and helped make this event such a success! We are especially grateful to everyone who took the time to decorate trunks, set up tables, and create a fun and welcoming experience for all who attended. A special thank you to our incredible volunteers, sponsors, community partners, the Wounded Warrior Project, and our Center for Development and Civic Engagement (CDCE) team for their support, hard work, and dedication in bringing this event to life. Events like these remind us of the importance of coming together, building connections, and celebrating the community that supports our Veterans. 📸 Take a look at some of the great moments we captured throughout the afternoon! flic.kr/s/aHBqjD8tvE Thank you again to everyone who helped make this year's Trunk or Treat one to remember! 🎃

🎃 HAPPENING TODAY! 👻 Join the Orlando VA Healthcare System (OVAHCS) for our annual Trunk or Treat event happening TODAY, Oct. 25, 2026, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Orlando VA Medical Center, 13800 Veterans Way, Orlando, FL 32827. Costumes are encouraged as OVAHCS brings Veterans, families, VA staff, community partners, and neighbors together for an afternoon of fun and connection. No registration is required to attend! Veterans, families, and community members are welcome to stop by and enjoy the festivities anytime between 1 and 3 p.m. Learn more here: va.gov/orlando-health-care/n…

VA's Million Veteran Program researchers are using MVP data to better understand how Veterans respond to different medicines. Their work could help identify which medications may work best for different Veterans. Help advance research for Veterans. Learn more at mvp.va.gov or call 866-441-6075. Watch the full video here: youtube.com/watch?v=_55uyDwB…

🎃 Reminder! Trunk or Treat is happening THIS Sunday! 👻 Join the Orlando VA Healthcare System (OVAHCS) for our annual Trunk or Treat event this Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Orlando VA Medical Center, 13800 Veterans Way, Orlando, FL 32827. Costumes are encouraged as OVAHCS brings Veterans, families, VA staff, community partners, and neighbors together for an afternoon of fun and connection. No registration is required to attend! Veterans, families, and community members are welcome to stop by and enjoy the festivities anytime between 1 and 3 p.m. Organizations, community partners, and individuals interested in hosting a decorated trunk or table must register in advance using the link below: signupgenius.com/go/10C044BA… This registration is only for those wishing to host a trunk or table and is not required for general event attendance. Learn more here: va.gov/orlando-health-care/n…

A Ribbon Cutting That Means More Than Just Opening Doors! Today, we celebrated an exciting milestone at the Orlando VA Medical Center in Lake Nona with the ribbon cutting of our Veterans Food Pantry! More than just a pantry, this is about neighbors helping neighbors, a community coming together, and ensuring our Veterans know they are never alone. A heartfelt thank you to Soldiers’ Angels and the Orlando VA Healthcare System’s Center for Development and Civic Engagement (CDCE) for their partnership and dedication to making this valuable resource possible. Help us celebrate! Drop a ❤️ in the comments to thank the incredible people and organizations working to support those who served! Learn more about this exciting initiative: ow.ly/sFLV5100ck1 #OrlandoVA #SoldiersAngels #VeteransSupportingVeterans #CommunityPartnership #VeteransFoodPantry#Volunteer

Extraordinary Care Deserves Extraordinary Recognition! Join us in congratulating our Orlando VA Healthcare System DAISY and BEE Award winners! DAISY Award recognizes outstanding nurses who go above and beyond to provide compassionate, exceptional care. BEE Award (Being Extraordinary Every Day) celebrates our incredible non-licensed nursing support staff, including nursing assistants, health technicians, medical instrument technicians and transporters, who make a difference in Veterans’ lives every day. Has someone at Orlando VA made a lasting impact on you or your loved one? Nominate them! DAISY nominations: Email your story to [email protected]. BEE nominations: Veterans, family members and coworkers can submit nominations at [email protected]. Help us celebrate our winners! Drop a 🌼 or 🐝 in the comments, congratulate our honorees or give a shoutout to someone who deserves recognition! #OrlandoVA #DAISYAward #BEEAward #VeteransHealth #ExtraordinaryCare #EmployeeRecognition

1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. Researchers using data from VA’s Million Veteran Program found that a genetic risk model can accurately predict breast cancer risk in women Veterans, which can lead to personalized screenings based on risk. Help support research aimed at improving early detection and treatment for Veterans. Visit mvp.va.gov or call 866-441-6075.

HAPPENING TOMORROW! Healthy relationships start with the right tools, support and connections. Join the Orlando VA Healthcare System on Oct. 19 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for our Healthy Relationships Workshop and Resource Fair at the Orlando VA Medical Center at Lake Nona. Come for one session, or stay for them all! - 11:30 a.m. — Personal Safety Class with Orlando Police Department - 12:30 p.m. — Healthy Relationships Seminar with Victim Service Center - 1:30 p.m. — Yoga with VA Whole Health Veterans, families, caregivers and staff are invited to connect with VA and community resources while picking up practical tools for safer, healthier relationships. All are encouraged to RSVP in advance for planning purposes using the QR code on the event flyer. Learn more about the event and Orlando VA’s Domestic Violence Awareness Month activities: ow.ly/65R550ZNQbU #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth #Veterans #OrlandoVA #HealthyRelationships #VeteranSupport

The Orlando VA Healthcare System (OVAHCS) invites Veterans, their families, and the community to its annual Trunk or Treat event. The family-friendly celebration will take place Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Orlando VA Medical Center, 13800 Veterans Way, Orlando, FL 32827. Costumes are encouraged as OVAHCS brings Veterans, families, VA staff, community partners, and neighbors together for an afternoon of fun and connection. There is no registration required to attend the Trunk or Treat event. Veterans, families, and community members who simply want to attend and enjoy the festivities are welcome to come out between 1 and 3 p.m. Organizations, community partners, and individuals interested in hosting a decorated trunk or table during the event must register in advance using the participant registration link below: ow.ly/vsgE50ZY781 This registration is only for those wishing to host a trunk or table and is not required for general event attendance. Learn more here: ow.ly/J34V50ZY784

Veterans, Your Story Matters! Have a story to tell? Join the FREE Military Writers Society of America (MWSA) “Write Your Story” Workshop! Open to Veterans, military members, and their families, this workshop will explore storytelling, character development, dialogue, editing, and more! 📅 October 22, 2026 ⏰ 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. 📍 Rosen Plaza Hotel | Orlando, FL 🍽️ Complimentary lunch included! Registration is required by October 20. Sign up at mwsadispatches.com/write-you…. Your experiences deserve to be shared. Start writing your story today! #Veterans #MilitaryWriters #WriteYourStory #VeteranVoices #OrlandoVA

Happening This Monday! Join Us for an Afternoon of Learning, Wellness and Connection! Looking for ways to strengthen relationships, build confidence and prioritize your well-being? Join the Orlando VA Healthcare System on Monday, Oct. 19, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for our Healthy Relationships Workshop and Resource Fair at the Orlando VA Medical Center at Lake Nona! Here’s what’s happening: 11:30 a.m. — Personal Safety Class with Orlando Police Department 12:30 p.m. — Healthy Relationships Seminar with Victim Service Center 1:30 p.m. — Yoga with VA Whole Health Explore valuable VA and community resources, connect with local partners and gain practical tools for healthier relationships. Veterans, families, caregivers and staff are welcome! Come for one workshop or enjoy them all. We hope to see you Monday! Learn more: ow.ly/Ww4l50ZY5Zh #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth #OrlandoVA #HealthyRelationships #Veterans #WholeHealth

Walking Together for Breast Cancer Awareness! The Tavares VA Clinic proudly brought Veterans, staff, and community members together in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Participants had the opportunity to connect with valuable breast cancer awareness resources, learn about the importance of early detection and screenings, and take part in a walk to show support for survivors, honor those we’ve lost, and raise awareness. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make this event meaningful. Together, we’re taking steps toward greater awareness, stronger support, and healthier futures for the Veterans we serve. Every step matters. Every survivor matters. Every life matters. #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #OrlandoVA #VeteransHealth #EarlyDetectionSavesLives #StrongerTogether

Turning 65? Know Your VA Health Care Options! As you approach age 65, you may have questions about how your VA health care benefits work with Medicare and TRICARE For Life. The good news? You may be eligible for multiple health care coverage options to help meet your needs! - Learn how VA health care and Medicare work together. - Understand eligibility for TRICARE For Life. - Explore your coverage options and make informed decisions about your health care. Your service earned you benefits. Make sure you understand your options! Learn more about your health care coverage as you approach 65: va.gov/resources/veterans-tu… #OrlandoVA #VeteransHealth #Medicare #TRICARE #VeteransBenefits