EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — The El Paso VA Healthcare System is calling on the community to participate in National Salute to Veteran Patients Week by sending Valentine’s Day cards to veterans receiving care.

This initiative, observed annually from Feb. 8-14, encourages visits, volunteer service, and messages of gratitude to hospitalized veterans.

Community members and volunteers can mail their cards to:

El Paso VA Healthcare SystemATTN: Center for Development & Civic Engagement5001 N. Piedras, El Paso, TX 79930

The VA also invites the public to explore in-person or virtual volunteer opportunities at local care sites.

For more information, visit www.volunteer.va.gov or contact the El Paso VA Healthcare System.

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