United States Department of Veterans Affairs

VA Hudson Valley Health Care System

Emergency Response and Information

Situation Update
Thursday, March 29, 2012 11:36 AM EDT

 All VA Hudson Valley Healthcare System facilities are operating on a normal schedule.

Inclement Weather in the Local Commuting Area 
During severe weather conditions and large snowstorms, patients are always encouraged to call their VA Medical Center or outpatient clinic to reschedule appointments if necessary. Before coming to a clinic appointment during inclement weather, listen to one of the following radio stations:

WHUD 100.7 FM
WSPK 104.7 FM
WLNA 1420 AM
WBNR 1260 AM

The storm desk announces closures twice an hour.

Atlantic Hurricane Season: Prepare. Plan. Stay Informed. 
You are encouraged to be aware of weather conditions, keep your gas tank full and keep an emergency supply kit on hand. It is important to prepare your family for unexpected disasters and emergencies. Visit www.ready.gov to learn about preparedness kits, family emergency plans and more. For VA updates and the latest VA emergency response information, visit our site often.

Your VA Medical Record 
My HealtheVet is a free online personal health record that allows registered users to electronically access their VA medical information from any Internet connection which can be very helpful during an emergency situation. Sign up today at www.myhealth.va.gov.


Facility Status
Parent Facility
VA Hudson Valley Healthcare System: Normal Hours

Medical Centers
Castle Point Campus: Normal Hours
Montrose Campus: Normal Hours

Community Based Outpatient Clinics
Carmel Clinic: Normal Hours
Eastern Dutchess (Pine Plains) Clinic: Normal Hours
Goshen Clinic: Normal Hours
Monticello Clinic: Normal Hours
New City Clinic: Normal Hours
Port Jervis Clinic: Normal Hours
Poughkeepsie Clinic: Normal Hours

Telephone Numbers

■ Emergency: 911
■ Veterans Crisis Line: 1-800-273-8255 (Press 1)
■ 24 Hour Nurse: Monday-Friday
4:30 pm-8:00 am
1-800-877-6976
Weekends and holidays
Open 24 Hours
■ Change Your Appointment: Castle Point Campus
845-831-2000, press 2
Montrose Campus
914-737-4400, press 3
■ Media Inquiries: 845-831-2000 x5902 or
914-737-4400 x2255
■ National Veterans Helpline: 1-800-507-4571
■ Patient Locator: Castle Point Campus
845-831-2000
Montrose Campus
914-737-4400
■ Pharmacy Refill: 1-888-389-6528
■ Staff Locator: Not Available
■ Telephone Care: Monday-Friday
4:30 pm-8:00 am
1-800-877-6976
Weekends and holidays
Open 24 Hours

Emergency Email Updates

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VA Links
Emergency Information for VA Employees
VA National Emergency Information

State & Local Links *
New York State Emergency Office
New York State Police
New York State Department of Transportation
Montrose Fire District
Dutchess County Department of Emergency Response

National Links *
Disasters and Emergencies
American Red Cross
NOAA
National Weather Service
Hurricane Preparedness and Emergency Information
Hurricane Preparedness - Take Action (National Hurricane Center)
National Hurricane Center Tropical Prediction Center
Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Emergency Preparedness and Response
FEMA
Health & Human Services Disasters & Emergencies

* External Link Disclaimer: By clicking on these links, you will leave the Department of Veterans Affairs website. VA does not endorse and is not responsible for the content of the linked website. Each link will open in a new window.