Amador County – The Veteran’s Administration Rural Health Mobile Medical Outreach Clinic Team will be at American Legion Hall Post 108 in Sutter Creek from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 20.

Valerie Gabriel of the VA Rural Clinic said “we expect a really big turnout” for the Clinics, which is free to all veterans. She said: “If we cannot accommodate everyone, will come back again next month. We will keep coming back to Jackson until everyone is served.” She said there are 5,258 veterans living in Amador County, according to the 2010 Census.

No appointment is necessary, and Veterans Service Officers, Enrollment Specialists, and medical and mental health teams will be on site to review benefits, assist with enrollment forms and provide assistance with filing claims.

The Rural Health Mobile Clinic Team will provide examinations, consultations and referrals. Prescription renewals may be filled for Veterans currently in the VA Health Care System.

For those uncertain about their eligibility for medical or psychological services, members of the VA Clinic Team can provide information about and assistance with eligibility and enrollment for VA care. VA healthcare may complement current insurance coverage. Eligibility requirements have changed, so people who have been denied in the past should come speak with the Clinic Team. Benefits are available for Vietnam, Iraq & Afghanistan Veterans.

Those not currently in the VA system should bring a copy of their DD214 to attach to their enrollment form. Those without a copy of their DD214 can get one from the Clinic Team.

The VA Rural Health is set for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 20 at American Legion Post 108, at 12134 Airport Road in Sutter Creek. For more info, call Valerie Gabriel at (209) 588-2604.

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