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What is the Veterans' Services program?

Veterans' Services (VS) is a program that provides cash and medical assistance to low-income Massachusetts wartime veterans and their families who are in need of immediate help. VS also provides referrals to employment, education, housing, substance abuse treatment, and other services to help veterans find a more permanent solution to their problems.

Am I eligible?

You may be eligible for Veterans’ Services if you are a veteran or a dependent of a veteran who served during wartime, you have few resources and little income, and you need financial help. You must be a resident of the city or town in which you apply.

What benefits will I get?

Veterans’ Services provides cash assistance to pay for basic needs such as food, shelter, clothing, housing supplies, and medical care. The amount you will get depends on your personal situation.

How do I apply?

To apply for Veterans' Services, you must meet with your local Veterans' Service Officer, who will give you a written application to complete and sign. For the phone number of your local Veterans' Service Officer, see the list of Local Veterans' Service Officers, or call the Department of Veterans' Services toll-free at 1-888-844-2838. You should bring all your documentation with you, including your military discharge record, Form DD214.

How do I use my benefits?

Veterans' Services checks are issued twice monthly. You must pick up your check at your local Veterans' Services office.

Useful links

Links to other web sites with information about the Massachusetts Veterans' Services public assistance program.

Veterans' Services section last updated on 4/12/10