VA Clinic Ribbon Cutting

VA Clinic Ribbon Cutting By Jaclyn Roof

One of the most touching parts of the ceremony was the opportunity for each attendee to learn more about Colonel Demas T. Craw.

It was a day that our community came together to celebrate a longawaited facility opening aimed at serving those who have given the ultimate sacrifice in serving their country. Groups of all ages gathered to celebrate the opening of the Colonel Demas T. Craw VA Clinic located at 701 US Highway 31 South in Traverse City.

One of the most touching parts of the ceremony was the opportunity for each attendee to learn more about Colonel Demas T. Craw.

This honorable man’s name will not be forgotten as a result of the dedication of the clinic to him and his legacy. They learned about his journey as

a leader, a soldier, and, most of all, a family man, the sacrifices he made and the lives that he touched. A native of our community, Colonel Demas T. Craw, will now serve as a beacon of light to those requiring the much-needed services offered at the clinic.

While noting it has been many years in the making, the clinic then officially announced that its doors are finally open to help those who have served our country. With services ranging from health and medical, various forms of therapy, substance abuse counseling, mental health and more, the Colonel Demas T. Craw VA Clinic is sure to be a staple in our community for many years to come.