HOPTEL
The HOPTEL Program is designed for providing overnight accommodations for veterans scheduled for treatment, clinic appointments, and/or diagnostic or surgical procedures. A veteran that meets HOPTEL criteria must ensure a HOPTEL consult is ordered by his/her physician. Similarly, VA offers HOPTEL beds to family members of veteran patients when it is recommended by a physician. Family members may be lodged in HOPTEL where language and/or cultural barriers exist, terminally ill or critically ill veterans who need a family member to stay within close proximity, when assisting with travel and/or care of the veteran. The ability to lodge family members will be based on availability. Veterans will ALWAYS receive priority for HOPTEL lodging.
HOPTEL Lodging Criteria- Eligibility for patient use of these rooms is based on the patient's medical treatment or procedure, independence in Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), and 30 miles or more in travel distance to the Medical Center.
Volunteer Transportation Program
A volunteer program that provides transportation for the veterans to help assist them to and from the medical center for scheduled medical appointments.
You Too Can Help-if you would like to be a volunteer driver in our Transportation Network you must have a current driver's license, automobile insurance and pass a physical examination.
Summer Youth Volunteer Program
You can make a difference! Are you interested in volunteering 6-8 weeks in the summer? We are looking for student's 13-18 years of age with a true desire to volunteer and make a difference. The Washington DC VA Medical Center offers a wide variety of assignments. Youth Volunteers are selected according to the needs of the medical center, assignment preference and skills. Training is provided by the Voluntary Service office and the supervisor of the department to which you are assigned. If you are selected to join or program you will become part of a caring team dedicated to serving our nation's veterans.
National Salute to Hospitalized Veterans
Join us in recognizing our hospitalized veterans during the week of Valentines Day. Volunteers are needed to assist with visitations and special programs throughout the week. At the conclusion of the week the medical center in conjunction with the USO, coordinate a "Casino" day for our veteran patients. Come join our dynamic team!
Winterhaven Homeless Stand Down
annual event to support our homeless veterans in providing medical screening, employment support and housing services to eligible homeless veterans as well as engage homeless veterans in rehabilitative activities. Volunteers and donated items are appreciated.
Holiday Gift Distribution
Join our team of volunteers in spreading the holiday cheer and distributing gift items to our veteran patients. Volunteers and gift items are appreciated.
Blood Drives
Join the VA and the Red Cross in rolling up your sleeves and giving the gift of life. Donate blood at the Medical Center once a quarter. Call the Volunteer Office for quarterly dates.
