Montana VA Health Care System

11/02/2026

The Montana VA Health Care System continues its 2026 Flu Vaccination Campaign by offering two special events for Veterans to receive their free, annual flu vaccine.

In November, the David J. Thatcher VA Clinic in Missoula and the Fort Harrison VA Medical Center in Helena will offer Veterans another opportunity to get vaccinated without an appointment.

The David J. Thatcher VA Clinic will hold its event:
Tuesday, November 3, 2026
7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.
3885 W Broadway St, Missoula

The Fort Harrison VA Medical Center will hold its event:
Saturday, November 7, 2026
8:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
3687 Veterans Dr, Fort Harrison

Veterans unable to attend these special events can receive their vaccine in other ways. Veterans can go to:
• Fort Harrison VA Medical Center: Walk-ins available Thursdays, from 8:30–11:30 a.m.
• Great Falls VA Clinic: Walk-ins available Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 9:00–11:00 a.m.
• Hamilton VA Clinic: By appointment every Wednesday, from 2:30–4:30 p.m.
• David Thatcher VA Clinic (Missoula): By appointment every Tuesday, from 12:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m.
• During Primary Care Visits: Ask for a flu vaccine at any regular appointment.
• All Primary Care Clinics: Walk-ins available Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. (closed federal holidays). Wait times may occur. Veterans can find their clinic using the VA Facility Locator.
• Community Pharmacies: Many offer free flu vaccines to enrolled Veterans; no VA appointment needed.

To find a participating community pharmacy in your area, use the VA Facility Locator and select "Community pharmacies."

Veterans should bring their VA ID card or proof of VA enrollment. Enrolled Veterans receive free flu vaccines at participating community pharmacies.

11/02/2026

The 41st annual National Disabled Veteran Winter Sports Clinic application deadline is November 30. Join Montana VA Recreation Therapy Supervisor, Mike Bassett, CTRS, to learn more about applying & attending this National VA Adaptive Sports Event.

The next information session is tomorrow, Nov. 3!

*This adaptive sports clinic requires specific inclusion criteria. Eligible disabilities include Spinal cord injuries, Orthopedic amputations, Multiple Sclerosis, Traumatic Brain Injury, Visual Impairments & CVA with Residual. Not every Veteran is eligible to apply.

Meeting Link- https://veteransaffairs.webex.com/meet/michael.bassett
National Disabled Veteran Winter Sports Clinic website- https://wintersportsclinic.org/

Montana Veterans interested in learning more about Recreational Therapy options for their healthcare can speak to their healthcare provider or call Recreation Therapy at 406-447-7759.

10/31/2026

Whether you’re celebrating with family, friends, or fellow Veterans, the Montana VA Health Care System would like to wish you a safe and fun Halloween.

10/29/2026

Today is the day! The Montana VA's Trunk or Treat! event is tonight from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Montana VA Fire Station on the Fort Harrison VA Medical Center campus.
The event is FREE and open to the public!
Come out for all the candy and family-friendly fun!

10/28/2026

The Montana VA is excited to announce this year's Trunk or Treat! The event is FREE and open to the public!
The spook-tacular event will be held from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Tomorrow, Oct. 29 at the Montana VA Fire Station on the Fort Harrison VA Medical Center campus.
Come out for all the candy and costume fun!

10/26/2026

The Montana VA is excited to announce this year's Trunk or Treat! The spook-tacular event will be held from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 29 at the Montana VA Fire Station on the Fort Harrison VA Medical Center campus.
The event is FREE and open to the public! Come out for all the candy and costume fun!

10/26/2026

The 41st annual National Disabled Veteran Winter Sports Clinic application deadline is November 30. Join Montana VA Recreation Therapy Supervisor, Mike Bassett, CTRS, to learn more about applying & attending this National VA Adaptive Sports Event.

The next information session is tomorrow, Oct. 27!

*This adaptive sports clinic requires specific inclusion criteria. Eligible disabilities include Spinal cord injuries, Orthopedic amputations, Multiple Sclerosis, Traumatic Brain Injury, Visual Impairments & CVA with Residual. Not every Veteran is eligible to apply.

Meeting Link- https://veteransaffairs.webex.com/meet/michael.bassett
National Disabled Veteran Winter Sports Clinic website- https://wintersportsclinic.org/

Montana Veterans interested in learning more about Recreational Therapy options for their healthcare can speak to their healthcare provider or call Recreation Therapy at 406-447-7759.

Come experience the "Miracles on the Mountainside" in Snowmass Village, Colorado! The NDVWSC is an opportunity to bust through your own perceived limitations!

10/24/2026

Today is the day! The Montana VA is holding its Drug Takeback event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. TODAY at the pharmacy entrance of the Fort Harrison VA Medical Center in Helena.
The entrance will be open and signage will be posted. We will have separate containers for any v**e products for collection. (Batteries must be removed from all v**e devices before being deposited!)
This event is part of the 31st annual National Take Back Initiative! It is an annual event allowing individuals to anonymously dispose of unused medications and v**e products.
Participants may dispose of medication in their original containers or by removing the medication from its container and disposing of it directly into the disposal box.
However, liquid products, such as cough syrup, must remain sealed in their original container.
Please, be aware that intra-venous solutions, injectables, and syringes WILL NOT be accepted due to potential hazards. Illicit substances such as ma*****na or methamphetamine are not a part of this initiative and should not be placed in collection containers.

10/23/2026

The Montana VA is participating in the 31st annual National Take Back Initiative tomorrow!
This is an annual event allowing individuals to anonymously dispose of unused medications and v**e products.
The Montana VA will hold its Drug Takeback event tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 24 at the pharmacy entrance of the Fort Harrison VA Medical Center in Helena.
The entrance will be open and signage will be posted. We will have separate containers for any v**e products for collection. (Batteries must be removed from all v**e devices before being deposited!)
Participants may dispose of medication in their original containers or by removing the medication from its container and disposing of it directly into the disposal box.
However, liquid products, such as cough syrup, must remain sealed in their original container.
Please, be aware that intra-venous solutions, injectables, and syringes WILL NOT be accepted due to potential hazards. Illicit substances such as ma*****na or methamphetamine are not a part of this initiative and should not be placed in collection containers.