Agency Details:

To maintain and improve the health and well-being of veterans in this network. The medical center is dedicated to providing the highest quality of care to patients in a clinically appropriate and emotionally supportive environment.

Description:
The VA Medical Center, Sioux Falls, SD is a 45 bed medical center and 59 bed Community Living Center, providing primary, acute and long-term services. The VA Regional Office is located on the grounds. The VA is one of two VA Medical Centers in the State of South Dakota. The medical center plays a major role in state and local medical activities and has sharing agreements with other medical facilities in the area. We also maintain close relationships with the major veterans service organizations in our three-state operating area.

History:
The Veterans Administration began operating the medical center in this location in 1944. The current Hospital building is named for Royal Cleaves Johnson, who represented South Dakota as a member of the House of Representatives for l8 years. He was instrumental in the forming of the Veterans Administration in l930.

Contact person: Brenda Stevens, Voluntary Service Specialist, 605-333-6851

Address:

2501 West 22nd Street Sioux Falls, SD 57105 (See a map)

Directions:

The VA medical center entrance is located on 22nd Street between Western Avenue and Kiwanis Avenue.   Nearest Bus Stop: In front of building, 2 minute walk

Miscellaneous Information

Does this agency accept court-ordered community service?
	Yes
Does this agency accept youth volunteers?
	Yes
What is the minimum age to volunteer?
	16
What is the standard minimum age requirement for youth volunteers?
	Age 12
Does this agency accept corporate group volunteers?
	Yes
Do you have volunteer opportunities for families?
	Yes
Does your agency accept youth groups that are supervised by adults?
	Yes