Bay Pines VA Healthcare System

10/16/2026

For as long as she can remember, Wendy Roberts knew she wanted to be a mom. Then two years after welcoming her first child, her family's world was rocked as they faced the tragedy of two pregnancy losses, back to back.

Healing was not linear, but Bay Pines VA's Chaplain Service and Women Veteran Program was here to support the Roberts family as they coped with their grief.

On Oct. 23, 2026, from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Bay Pines VA will host our inaugural Perinatal Loss Symposium to support Veterans, their loved ones, and providers who have had to navigate this type of grief.

Watch Wendy's testimony here, and click the link below to learn about the support available at Bay Pines VA.

https://www.va.gov/bay-pines-health-care/stories/bay-pines-va-to-offer-support-healing-at-perinatal-loss-symposium/

10/13/2026

Please join us for a virtual Veteran Town Hall on Wednesday, Oct. 28 from 4 - 5 p.m. During this meeting, you will receive updates about the operations of our healthcare system and the ways we're working to deliver the high-quality care Veterans have earned and deserve.

Follow the QR code to join the meeting.

10/09/2026

Please be advised that Monday, Oct. 12 (Columbus Day) is recognized as a federal holiday. All VA outpatient clinics and administrative offices will be closed.

Veterans who require urgent care or tele-emergency care can call the Clinical Contact Center at 1-877-741-3400 for 24/7/365 support or visit an in-network urgent care facility. To find an urgent care facility near you, please visit: www.va.gov/find-locations/.

10/08/2026

Veteran Art Takes Center Stage at Imagine Museum!

Bay Pines VA is proud to highlight an upcoming community exhibition celebrating the creativity, talent, and personal expression of Veterans.

From Nov. 4 through Dec. 6, 2026, artwork from Veterans who participated in the Bay Pines Local Veterans Creative Art Showcase will be featured at Imagine Museum at 1901 Central Ave., St. Petersburg, FL 33713.

Veterans, families, and community members are welcome to visit the exhibition and experience the unique perspectives and artistic talents of those who served.

Bay Pines VA is grateful to Imagine Museum for providing this opportunity to share Veterans’ art with a broader audience.

For more information about the Bay Pines Veterans Art Showcase, contact [email protected] or 727-222-2686.

10/08/2026

Bay Pines VA invites Veterans and their families to join us in recognizing Spiritual Care Week and this year’s theme, “Healing Through Presence and Grace.”

Below are the events that will occur at the C.W. Bill Young VA Medical Center:

Morning Prayer: Oct. 19 – 23 at 9 a.m. | Veterans Chapel, Building 2, Room 112

Virtual Noonday Conference Presentation: Oct. 21 at noon
Microsoft Teams meeting:
Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/22574084257273?p=BgTUm4ZVgZVAvoMZ3O
Meeting ID: 225 740 842 572 73
Passcode: Yn6M5hd7

Meet the Chaplains: Oct. 22, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Building 100, J.C. Cobb Room, 1D-127
Whether you are looking for a moment of reflection, an opportunity to connect, or want to learn more about spiritual care resources available at Bay Pines VA, we welcome you to participate.

Need spiritual support? Connect with Chaplain Service at 727-398-6661 ext. 14264.

10/08/2026

As of today, Thursday, Oct. 8, the boil water notice that was in place in the vicinity of the Port Charlotte VA Clinic, has been rescinded.

Thank you for your patience as we awaited the restoration of routine operations.

VA Bay Pines health care facility operating statuses and emergency information.

10/06/2026

Effective Immediately | Oct. 6 Closure of the Port Charlotte VA Clinic

Earlier today, a main water line broke in the vicinity of U.S. Highway 41, which is near the Port Charlotte VA Clinic. To ensure continued safety of Veterans and staff, all in-person services at this location are suspended for the remainder of today, Oct. 6.

Click the link below for additional information.

VA Bay Pines health care facility operating statuses and emergency information.

09/30/2026

Please join us in wishing Mr. Harlan Springer a very Happy 100th Birthday!

Today, Sept. 30, Bay Pines VA proudly celebrated the WWII Veteran for a century of life well lived.

During the celebration, in the presence of Mr. Springer’s family, friends, and VA health care team, Bay Pines VA’s Interim Deputy Director Justina Wells presented the U.S. Navy Veteran with a letter and coin on behalf of SECVA Doug Collins.

09/29/2026

October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month.

Veterans who have experienced pregnancy or infant loss are invited to join Hope & Healing After Pregnancy Loss, on Wednesday, Oct. 1 from noon to 1 p.m. This free, virtual event will offer education, support, and compassionate ways to navigate grief.

Topics will include understanding pregnancy loss, barriers to seeking support, grief and trauma responses, and compassionate approaches to healing.

This virtual event provides an opportunity to help break the silence surrounding pregnancy and infant loss while honoring the babies who are forever loved and remembered.

Register: VISN 2 Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month:
WEBEX Link:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hsa-23-pregnancy-and-infint-loss-awareness-month-tickets-1985080852356

Webinar Number:
220 701 7364

Webinar Password:
kCNJF8me*83

For questions, contact Ashley Francis at 813-894-0357 or [email protected].
You are not alone, and support is available.

09/28/2026

Thank you to the Veterans and members of the community who attended our annual Su***de Prevention and Awareness event on Saturday. Bay Pines VA, along with community partners, were present at England Brothers Park on Sept. 26 to remind Veterans they never have to face crisis alone.

Click the link to learn more: https://www.va.gov/bay-pines-health-care/stories/bay-pines-va-brings-annual-suicide-awareness-resources-to-the-community/