Salem VA Health Care receives funding for infrastructure upgrades

SALEM, Va. (WDBJ) - The Salem VA Health Care System got more money for non-recurring maintenance projects in the third quarter of fiscal year 2026, after receiving funding in earlier in the year, the United States Department of Veterans Affairs announced.

The Department said the funding is part of a record $4.8 billion in nationwide VA spending to makeover health care facilities in fiscal year 2026 through the Veterans Health Administration’s Non-recurring Maintenance program.

The projects receiving money for the Salem VA Health Care System in the third quarter of fiscal year 2026 included:

• EHRM Infrastructure Upgrades
  • Upgrading facility infrastructure to support the Department of Veterans Affairs’ Electronic Health Record Modernization (EHRM) program and enhance the delivery of care for Veterans.
• Renovation of Building 19 for Student Housing
  • Renovating Building 19 to provide updated housing for students and trainees, supporting the education and recruitment of future health care professionals.
• Renovation of the Cardiac Catheterization Lab
  • Modernizing the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory to support high-quality cardiovascular care for Veterans.
• Renovation of the Main Lobby
  • Renovating the Main Lobby to create a more welcoming, accessible, and efficient entrance for Veterans, caregivers, visitors, and staff.
• Repair of the Administration Building
  • Repairing the Administration Building to improve the safety and functionality of the facility.
• Repair of Underground Fuel Storage Tanks
  • Repairing underground fuel storage tanks to maintain safe, reliable fuel storage and support the medical center’s critical operations and emergency preparedness.
• Upgrade/Replacement of HVAC Systems (Phase II)
  • Upgrading and replacing HVAC systems to improve indoor air quality, increase energy efficiency, and provide a more comfortable environment for Veterans and staff.

“This funding allows the Salem VA Health Care System to continue modernizing and improving, so our facilities remain safe, efficient, and equipped to provide high-quality care for our Veterans across Southwest Virginia,” said Tammy Snyder, Health Care System Executive Director.