RandySF, AFAIK, is not a young pup. So his Dad is probably at least well into his 60s, and likely in his 70s. IOW, in one of most states' highest priority groups, just due to his age. Without checking, while the VA is doing its thing independent of states' priority lists I doubt a healthy 40YO vet could waltz in off the street and get vaccinated right away. The good VA hospitals, at least, are probably handling vaccination far better than many states.