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LOCATION AND CONTACT INFORMATION ADDRESS 2270 College Avenue, Suite 145 Forest City, NC 28043-2459 PHONE NUMBERS MAIN PHONE: VA HEALTH CONNECT: MENTAL HEALTH CARE: FACILITY HOURS Hours may

vary for different services. Select a service on this page to check the hours. * MON: 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. * TUE: 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. * WED: 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. * THU: 7:30 a.m. to

4:00 p.m. * FRI: 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. * SAT: Closed * SUN: Closed PREPARE FOR YOUR VISIT Select a topic to learn more. COST: Free WHEELCHAIR AVAILABILITY: Rutherford County VA Clinic has

wheelchairs available upon arrival for patients who need them to access the building. VAN SERVICES FOR VETERANS DAV VANS HOURS: Individual van schedules vary We work with Disabled American

Veterans and county Veterans Affairs directors to provide transportation for Veterans and authorized caregivers to get to scheduled medical appointments. NON-DAV VAN SERVICES Many localities

in the region provide other van services to Veterans. Learn more about DAV and the other van services available in your county LOCAL TRANSPORTATION SERVICES THE CITY OF ASHVILLE - ART BUS

Coming soon! OTHER SERVICES Coming soon! BENEFICIARY TRAVEL Beneficiary travel benefits include round-trip transportation from your home to the medical center, mileage reimbursement, or

special mode transport.  Find out if you qualify for beneficiary travel benefits NEARBY HOTELS There is no lodging at the Rutherford County VA Clinic outpatient clinic. If you need to travel

to the clinic for multiple days, try one of these hotels. When booking, ask if there is a Veteran rate. Many hotels have shuttle vans, so check with the hotel you’re staying at if you need

help getting to the clinic. OTHER SERVICES AT VA ASHEVILLE HEALTH CARE HEALTH SERVICES OFFERED HERE Select a topic to learn more. LABORATORY AND PATHOLOGY We offer blood tests and other

advanced testing services to help you and your VA health care team monitor your health, find and understand any health problems and make informed treatment decisions. Visit our office, with

or without an appointment A referral is required APPOINTMENTS MAIN PHONE MAIN PHONE SERVICE HOURS The service hours are the same as our facility hours. Our laboratories provide a full range

of clinical and diagnostic testing services. Our laboratory and pathology services include: * Study of blood, urine, and other bodily fluids for illness management * Testing for infectious

diseases * Surgical pathology (study of tissue removed during surgery) * among others MENTAL HEALTH CARE Common conditions: addiction, depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, bipolar disorder,

schizophrenia, OCD If you’re struggling with issues like PTSD, depression, grief, anger or trauma, we offer counseling and other support. All VA health care facilities offer same-day help.

You may qualify even without enrolling in VA health care. Visit our office, with or without an appointment A referral is required APPOINTMENTS Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel

your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first. MENTAL HEALTH MAIN PHONE SERVICE HOURS The service hours are the same as our facility

hours. Our medical center and clinics provide consultation, evaluation, and treatment for a range of issues that may impact your mental health or emotional well-being. Our confidential

outpatient services include individual and group therapy for: * Psychiatric disorders such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and depression * Marriage and relationship problems *

Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) * Anxiety, addictive behaviors, and personality disorders * Aggressive or self-harming behaviors Learn more and connect with a care coordinator PAIN

MANAGEMENT If you are in pain, we work with you and your health care team to find the best way to treat and manage it. Visit our office, with or without an appointment A referral is required

APPOINTMENTS Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first. MAIN PHONE MAIN PHONE

SERVICE HOURS The service hours are the same as our facility hours. Acute (short-term) or chronic (long-lasting) pain can make it hard to enjoy life, but effective pain management can help.

Our experts work with you, your primary care physician, and other specialists to create a plan to help you manage your pain and improve your quality of life. Our services include: *

Chiropractic care to relieve pain without medication * Prescribing and supervising your use of medications * Teaching you skills that include meditation, mindfulness training, relaxation,

yoga, and tai chi to help you manage your pain * Providing physical therapy, acupuncture, massage, biofeedback, and other compatible therapies PHYSICAL THERAPY, OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY AND

KINESIOTHERAPY Physical therapy, occupational therapy and kinesiotherapy can help restore movement and function if you have been disabled by injury or disease. Visit our office, with or

without an appointment A referral is required APPOINTMENTS Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care

provider first. MAIN PHONE MAIN PHONE SERVICE HOURS The service hours are the same as our facility hours. If you’re living with or recovering from an injury, illness, or chronic condition

that limits your mobility and independence, we can help. Our physical, occupational, and movement therapists combine therapeutic exercise, counseling, education, and training to help you

improve your health and quality of life. Our services include: * Pain relief and joint mobilization * Movement and exercise therapies to improve your strength, endurance, balance, and

coordination * Mobility assessment and training with wheelchairs, scooters, and walking devices * Life skills training and activities to help you maintain the highest level of independence

and functionality * Aquatic therapy to manage chronic pain * Evaluation and treatment for a wide range of medical, orthopedic, psychosocial, and neurological conditions PRIMARY CARE Your VA

primary care provider will work closely with you to plan for all the care you need to stay healthy and well throughout your life, including immunizations and vaccinations. They will also

work with family members or caregivers who support you. Visit our office, with or without an appointment A referral is required APPOINTMENTS Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel

your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first. MAIN PHONE MAIN PHONE SERVICE HOURS The service hours are the same as our facility

hours. A strong network of family and internal medicine specialists and services can offer you the best possible care. Internal medicine doctors (internists) prevent, diagnose, and treat

adult diseases. Doctors who specialize in family medicine provide primary health care to the entire family. Your primary care team can coordinate the many services you receive such as: *

Labs and blood work * Mental health care * Women's health care * Radiology * Social services * Telehealth SOCIAL WORK Social workers are here to help Veterans, families and caregivers 

with almost any need, from help with finances or housing to questions about treatment to just feeling overwhelmed. We are here for you. Visit our office, with or without an appointment A

referral is not required APPOINTMENTS Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first. MAIN

PHONE MAIN PHONE SERVICE HOURS The service hours are the same as our facility hours. Social work is integral to health care. We can help you and your family manage stress-related problems

due to injury or illness, and find VA community resources to meet your needs like: * Home health services * Legal services * Transportation * Community living TELEHEALTH With VA telehealth,

you can get care from your health providers without having to travel. Get checkups and treatment, talk about your care and more—from home or elsewhere. Visit our office, with or without an

appointment A referral is required APPOINTMENTS Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider

first. MAIN PHONE MAIN PHONE SERVICE HOURS The service hours are the same as our facility hours. We use the latest in secure digital technology to set up remote visits with our health care

providers. We offer video conferencing, home telehealth services, and store-and-forward telehealth that lets you securely send your health information to experts at VA facilities. We offer

telehealth visits with providers in: * Mental health * Retinal care (eye) * Bariatric surgery (visit remotely with your weight-loss surgery team before and after your operation) *

Dermatology * Rehabilitation * Primary care Learn more about telehealth GET UPDATES FROM VA ASHEVILLE HEALTH CARE