The Lt. Col. Luke Weathers, Jr. VAMC's Cinematographer Romeo Lucchesi recently received a NATAS Emmy Award! VA Memphis won for a story which honors the life and legacy of the late Mr. Elmore Nickleberry, a U.S. Army Veteran and Civil Rights Icon.
-Photography by Donald Mooney-
ALT Romeo Lucchesi accepts Emmy Award with daughter Nala Lucchesi
ALT Romeo Lucchesi accepts Emmy Award with daughter Nala Lucchesi
ALT Nala Lucchesi and Romeo Lucchesi
ALT Teresa Moerman, Director Joseph Vaughn, Romeo Lucchesi
"We plan to have six primary care teams here, a host of other services, like audiology, physical therapy, whole health coaching to offer to our veterans,” said Joseph Vaughn.
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Ground has been officially broken, and construction is underway on the new Millington VA Clinic! This facility is designed to improve healthcare services for local veterans and ensure they have better access to vital medical care.
Today, we pay tribute to the legacy of former President Jimmy Carter, a true champion of public service and humanity. On this national day of mourning, let us reflect on his unwavering dedication to peace, compassion, and improving lives.
Celebrating Freedom!
Juneteenth is considered our nation's second independence day. It is observed annually on June 19th to honor the end of slavery in the United States.
Learn more about the importance of Juneteenth here:
nmaahc.si.edu/explore/storie…
Thank you to everyone who participated and supported the Juneteenth celebration at the Lt. Col. Luke Weathers, Jr. VAMC. Juneteenth serves as a powerful symbol of our country's true independence and a reminder of the importance of holding onto hope during difficult times.
Today we remember the D-Day landings at Normandy. We honor those WWII Veterans who took part in Operation Overlord by storming beaches and parachuting behind enemy lines. We are grateful for their service and sacrifice.
Vickie's health and life underwent a gradual transformation with the support of the MOVE! team at VA Memphis.
Read her story here:
move.va.gov/MOVE/Stories/Dow…
Questions about the MOVE! Program? Contact Casey Provo, MOVE! Program Coordinator, at (901) 523 - 8990 ext. 7974
Veteran Spotlight!
Meet the Bradford twins, David and Donnie Bradford, Vietnam Veterans from Humboldt, TN. Their unwavering commitment to service and inseparable bond is truly inspiring.
Learn about their story here: facebook.com/MemphisVAMC
Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Holocaust Remembrance Day service. We extend a special thank you to Gerald Walker from Creative Aging and Rabbi Abe Schacter-Gampel from the Memphis Jewish Community Center.
Photography by Donald Mooney