Benefits Assistance / Advocacy / Claims Assistance - Veterans | Veterans Service Commission

Benefits Assistance / Advocacy / Claims Assistance - Veterans | Veterans Service Commission - Cuyahoga County

10701 East Blvd., 1st Flr., Cleveland, OH 44106

Eligibility

Veterans and their families.

Required documents

Discharge document (DD-214). Other required documents will vary based on the specific benefits for which a veteran is applying.

Hours

By appointment M-W: 8:00am-4:00pm.

(216) 698-2652

Fax

(216) 698-2600

Voice - voice | Rings main office

(866) 915-8387

Voice - voice | Rings main office

https://cuyahogavets.org

[email protected]

Application process

Phone for appointment M-F: 8:00am-4:00pm.

Fees

Free.

Service area

Cuyahoga County, Ohio

Description

Provides veterans and their dependents United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) accredited Veterans Service Officers (VSOs) to assist them in understanding VA benefits and in filing claims. Provides services such as explaining benefits, filling out forms, forwarding claims for processing and representing veterans in appeals. Provides case management to veterans, helping them screen and file for federal, state and county veterans' benefits as well as other social service benefits. Can help veterans apply for an upgrade in discharge status, if needed.

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What's Here

Benefits and Services Assistance Veterans

Providing organization

Veterans Service Commission - Cuyahoga County

Provides benefits assistance and emergency assistance to veterans and their families and assists veterans with obtaining copies of their military records and decorations. Provides certified Veterans' Service Officers (VSOs) who perform case management for veterans, screening them for available services and filing claims for benefits.