Like the Veterans we serve, rural communities are as diverse and exciting as you can imagine. You may find an opportunity to be closer to family and friends, or just enjoy a greater sense of privacy. Perhaps the lower cost of living or even the allure of open space appeals to you.
Today, we explore a region steeped in Old West culture and visit the VA Sheridan Health Care System and the Sheridan VA Medical Center, aptly located in Sheridan, Wyoming.
In 1898, President William McKinley set aside the land where the Sheridan VA Medical Center now stands as the site for a military fort, but by the start of World War I, the government closed the fort with the intention of demolishing it.
Instead, former President William Howard Taft transferred the fort to the Bureau of Health, laying the groundwork for what we now know as the Sheridan VA Medical Center.
Sheridan itself is best known for its rich Western heritage, encompassing cowboy culture, historic sites and outdoor recreation. The region beckons travelers with its diverse range of activities and attractions, from exhilarating outdoor adventures like hiking in the Bighorn Mountains to exploring the rich culture of the area through museums and historic sites.
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Visit VA Careers now to learn more about the history of Sheridan and the Sheridan VA Medical Center, as well as what the city and the facility have to offer today. It’s your chance to join a talented team of medical professionals here, and in other rural communities around the country.
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