How do I find a VA rep?
How do I find a VA rep?
Go to eBenefits to find a local representative (including a recognized VSO, an attorney, or a claims agent) by state/territory, zip code, or the organization’s name. Or search the VA Office of the General Counsel’s list to find VA-recognized organizations and VA-accredited individuals by name, city, state, or zip code.
How do I contact the Secretary of veterans Affairs?
For further information, contact the Office of Public and Intergovernmental Affairs, Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420. Phone, 202-273-6000.
What is a veteran field service officer?
VSO’s are trained and accredited by the VA or other recognized organizations to provide assistance to veterans, their dependents, and survivors. This includes not only applying for federal and state benefits but also providing information on resources related to the following: Compensation and Pension.
What services do veterans have?
These vital services range from responding to emergency needs for food, clothing, and shelter, referrals to counseling services (e.g., financial, legal, jobs, mental health), information on veterans cemeteries and burial benefits, and other resources that meet the unique needs of local veterans and their families.
Are VSO free?
What are the costs of using a VSO representative? Using a VSO to help file your claim is free of charge (barring any unusual expenses). Though they would certainly appreciate it, you do not have to be a member of the organization to use their services and becoming a member is not an expectation.
Is rep for vets legitimate?
The Rep For Vets is not a charity, a law firm or a non-profit organization. We are a national disability advocacy firm employing VA-accredited claims agents and attorneys.
Does VA pay for cremation?
The VA provides burial benefits to eligible veterans to help cover the expense of cremation or a funeral. That means families must first pay for the cost of cremation or burial and then submit a request along with receipts.
How do I file a complaint with the VA?
Call the VAOIG Hotline toll-free at 800-488-8244, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Wednesday and Friday, or 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, excluding federal holidays. E-mail the VAOIG Hotline by using the web form on their website (see resources).
Do you have to be a veteran to be a VSO?
The majority of VSOs were started by veterans for veterans. So, using a VSO representative means that you will have someone who understands where you’ve been and what you’re up against as you transition out of the military.
What is the purpose of a VSO?
A: A veterans service officer (VSO) is an individual who advocates for veterans benefits. They should never take an action which they believe to have a negative impact on the veteran or family of the veteran.
