The second annual Women Veterans Wellness Event sponsored by the VA's Tennessee Valley Healthcare System is set for 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. CDT on Sept. 22 at the Murfreesboro Army National Guard Post, 2350 Armory Drive.
This year's event will focus on a new "whole health" approach to care. The Tennessee Valley Healthcare System is one of 18 sites in the pilot program of holistic health. It looks at the various life events and habits that affect veterans' health, such as work environments, relationships, diet, sleep patterns and more. Suicide prevention and intimate partner violence awareness will also be emphasized.
"Our goal is to build relationships with women veterans and partnerships with community agencies that support women Veterans in Rutherford County," said Carolyn Smith, licensed clinical social worker. "We're building on the success of last year's event, and we hope to have more women veterans, their families and community stakeholders attend to help us continue to improve our services."
All veterans and their families are invited to this event, which will include food and entertainment.
For more information, call Meguel Wade at 615-225-5585 or Connie Gallon at 615-289-6791.