Cheyenne VA says volunteers assist nearly 17,000 Veterans and family members each month

Volunteers at the Cheyenne VA Health Care System help nearly 17,000 Veterans, caregivers and family members each month, according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. The VA said volunteers at Cheyenne VA Medical Center in Wyoming and the Northern Colorado VA Clinic help people navigate appointments, get rides to medical care, solve computer problems, get medication and receive food assistance.

According to the VA, volunteer-supported programs have provided more than 5,445 rides to medical appointments, more than 543 bags of food for 179 Veterans and their families, bread for more than 6,130 Veterans, free haircuts for 1,266 Veterans, and coffee and conversation for 4,592 Veterans. The VA said Disabled American Veterans provides volunteer drivers, while other volunteers run shuttle vans, escort Veterans to appointments and offer wheelchair assistance.

The VA said the health care system held volunteer appreciation picnics on Aug. 13 and Aug. 21. Medical Center Director Paul Roberts recognized Bob and Sandra Dockins for their work with the food pantry and coffee program, and the system also recognized Don Rozeboom, who has distributed donated bread and produce at the Northern Colorado clinic since 2024.

The VA said the system welcomes volunteers ages 15 and older. Driving and escort roles require a background check and training, and drivers also need a valid driver's license.

Source: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

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