Veteran Services Office

FAQs

How do I enroll in the VA health care system?

The easiest, and quickest, way to enroll in the VA health system, is to fill out a VA Form 10-10EZ online at www.va.gov. There are many factors about who may be eligible to apply, and we can help you determine that.

Where can I get my discharge paper (DD-214)?

A veteran's discharge paper is a must! If you don't have yours, we can help locate one. Many veterans filed their discharge papers with the county, and the Recorder of Deeds Office maintains thousands of them. Or, we can help you request a copy from the National Archives. In order to request a discharge, we need the veteran's social security number, date and place of birth, and the approximate dates they served in which branch of the military.

What is a service-connected disability?

A service-connected disability is an injury that either occurred in, or was aggravated by, military service. A veteran must show an event in service, a current diagnosis, and a connection between the two.

What is the veterans (and widow's) pension program?

The veterans and widow's pension program is designed to help offset medical costs for eligible veterans and their surviving spouses. You must be 65 or older, be below an $80,000 asset cap, and show proof of medical need. The program is only available to veterans (and their spouses) who have served in uniform while America was engaged in armed conflict. Service must have been within these dates: World War II Dec. 7, 1941 - Dec. 31, 1946; Korean War June 27, 1950 - Jan. 31 1955; Vietnam War Feb. 28, 1961 - May 7, 1975 (for veterans who served in Vietnam), Aug. 5, 1964 - May 7, 1975 (for veterans who served outside of Vietnam); Gulf War Aug. 2, 1990 - present.

What is the phone number for the Federal Department of Veterans' Affairs?

The phone number is 1-800-827-1000.