Chalmers P. Wylie Outpatient Clinic VA Voluntary Service (VAVS)

The VA Volunteer

When the wars are over

And our vets return home;

There’s someone there

So they won’t be alone!

Someone who cares

And travels many miles;

To make sure veterans’ faces

Are filled with smiles!

They work long hours

And won’t accept pay.

Why do they do this?

I guess it’s their way!

They’re young, they’re old;

With hearts of gold,

And under pressure,

They never fold!

So kind, and so sweet,

They really are;

Not quite the ordinary people.

But truly superstars!

Around the country

They can be found;

At the nearest VA facility,

Just look around!

So, who are these people

Who show care with no fear?

ft’s the one with the warm smile,

The VA Volunteer!!

Written  by Jerry L. Donald, Battle Creek VA Medical Center

for the 50th VA VS Anniversary in 1995