Bill Overview
Title: To name the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Vallejo, California, as the "Delphine Metcalf-Foster VA Clinic".
Description: This bill designates the community-based outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Vallejo, California, as the Delphine Metcalf-Foster VA Clinic.
Sponsors: Rep. Thompson, Mike [D-CA-5]
Target Audience
Population: Veterans who use and are connected to the VA clinic in Vallejo, California
Estimated Size: 5000
- The bill specifically names a Department of Veterans Affairs outpatient clinic in Vallejo, California.
- This bill impacts veterans who are patients of this specific VA clinic.
- Community members, including local staff and the family of Delphine Metcalf-Foster, might also be impacted due to the recognition.
- The name change does not impact the service provision, hence does not affect a large population in terms of service changes but does affect all who recognize or use this clinic.
Reasoning
- The policy is a symbolic gesture without financial implications for individual wellbeing directly but might affect perceptions of community and recognition.
- The primary impact is on veterans who frequent the clinic and local community members with a connection to Delphine Metcalf-Foster.
- The rebranding has negligible cost implications, fitting within the budget constraints.
- General population outside of this specific veteran community is largely unaffected as the policy does not alter medical services or access.
Simulated Interviews
retired (Vallejo, California)
Age: 72 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I think it's an honor to have the clinic named after Delphine Metcalf-Foster.
- It doesn't change my care, but it's nice to see veterans recognized.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
VA nurse (Fairfield, California)
Age: 40 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The name change feels like a good tribute to someone who cares about veterans.
- It's not going to affect our daily operations, but it’s a nice gesture.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
retired (San Francisco, California)
Age: 65 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 2.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Naming the clinic after her is well-deserved and meaningful.
- It's a morale boost for those who knew her influence and respect her work.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
veteran liaison (Vallejo, California)
Age: 55 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 3.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's about time veterans are honored in this way.
- Patients at the clinic have reacted positively to the news.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
IT specialist (Boston, Massachusetts)
Age: 30 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I have no ties to this clinic, so it doesn't affect me personally.
- It's positive that veterans are acknowledged, though.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
retired (Vallejo, California)
Age: 82 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 2/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I've seen many changes over the years, this is a good one.
- Naming the clinic is a small tribute to our service and sacrifices.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 5 | 5 |
volunteer (Vallejo, California)
Age: 67 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 4.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This change is a source of pride for the community.
- The wider community sees this as a recognition of our unnamed heroes.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
retired military (Los Angeles, California)
Age: 74 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- While I don't visit the clinic, the renaming connects us all as veterans.
- It doesn't change my access to services, proclaims recognition beyond locality.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
retired (Sacramento, California)
Age: 61 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 1.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Naming the clinic shows respect for veterans.
- Acknowledge Delphine Metcalf-Foster's work more widely.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
administrator (Vallejo, California)
Age: 47 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 2.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's an inspiring change for the clinic and our patients.
- Doesn't affect my work directly, but it strengthens community spirit.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 8 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $10000 (Low: $5000, High: $20000)
Year 2: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Year 3: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Year 5: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Year 10: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Year 100: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Key Considerations
- The primary cost factors are associated with altering physical and digital signage, and updating legal and communication materials.
- The significance of this action is symbolic for recognizing Delphine Metcalf-Foster, which may have local community and morale benefits.
- There is no direct impact on the quality or quantity of services provided at the clinic.