VA Central California Health Care System (VACCHCS), located in Fresno, California, is part of VA Sie
VACCHCS has 40,000 Veterans currently enrolled for health care eligibility and serves more than 28,000 Veterans in six counties in California’s San Joaquin Valley. The six counties include Tulare, Kings, Fresno, Madera, Merced and Mariposa. Three Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs) in Merced, Tulare and Oakhurst support the wide catchment area served by the health care system. VACCHCS CBOCs
06/02/2026
Have you downloaded our Couples Coach App? Couples can improve communication and build trust in their relationship. Try exercises to practice active listening so you can navigate conflict better with your partner. https://mobile.va.gov/app/couples-coach
05/28/2026
Even if to***co use is part of your daily routine, or you’ve tried quitting before, or you’re worried about withdrawal symptoms, you have the power to reclaim your life.
Need guidance on how to stay away from to***co? Talk to trained quit coaches who will help you during any phase of quitting.
Call the VA to***co quitline at 1-855-QUIT-VET or visit Mentalhealth.va.gov/MENTALHEALTH/quit-to***co/quit-vet.asp
Veterans have the opportunity to ask questions and hear from VA Central California leadership regarding VA healthcare.
05/27/2026
05/26/2026
Is a Veteran in your life hesitant about reaching out for support?
Sometimes, hearing from someone who has been there makes all the difference.
Hear from Veterans about what encouraged them to seek mental health care. https://www.maketheconnection.net/MHM/
05/25/2026
In observance of Memorial Day, VA Central California offices will be closed as we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.
Last Friday, VA leaders placed wreaths at memorials and the Walk of Honor to pay tribute to Veterans and their families. Associate Director Syndi Day, Associate Director for Patient Care Services (ADPCS) / Chief Executive Nurse Mike Bethel, and Center for Development and Civic Engagement (CDCE) Deputy Chief Jose Molina were joined by Veteran David Hernandez in recognizing the service and sacrifice of our Veteran community.
We also want to extend a special thank you to Hinds Lifecare for providing a beautiful floral arrangement in honor of Memorial Day. The display has welcomed Veterans, visitors, and staff in our hospital lobby throughout the past week and served as a meaningful reminder of the spirit of remembrance and gratitude this holiday represents.
05/22/2026
Veterans, we hope you will join us for our virtual Town Hall on Wednesday, May 27th. Call in at (833) 998-1748. Or log in at https://access.live/VAFresno.
We hold these Veteran Town Halls every month. This time, we will focus on our clinics in Merced, Oakhurst, and Visalia.
It's your chance to connect directly with our health care system leadership and subject matter experts. You'll be able to get updates on our services and have your questions answered.
05/21/2026
For some Veterans, opening up about mental health can feel scary. Concerns about stigma or judgment can make it hard to reach out.
This Mental Health Month, hear how others overcame these barriers and gave therapy a chance. https://www.maketheconnection.net/mental-health-month/