I am a 70% service connected disabled combat veteran and was receiving regular care by the VA in Ohio. I went to the new VA facility in The Villages in September, just before their grand opening to see about getting an appointment as my meds were getting close to requiring refill and I desired to continue the care I had become used to. I presented my VA identification card, copies of my most recent disability determination, and my DD Fm 214. I was politely advised that they would take my information but not to expect to hear from them for at least 4 months. I have around 30-45 days of prescription coverage remaining and the four months is about up, so I'll be checking on the status shortly. Fortunately I have medicare and other insurance so I am not in a real bind health wise, but to think that I could rely on the VA, as in the past, has been a huge disappointment. I read all of the newspaper articles about how the VA has made marked improvements in recent years, I also noticed the kudos in the Daily Sun about the local facility, but neither has proven themselves for me. If I don't receive a favorable response locally I'll try Gainsville next, but I don't envy the trip. That has been my experience, to date.
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