Veteran Benefits Assistance (Older Adults)
Provider: FRESNO COUNTY VETERANS SERVICE OFFICE
The department provides services for veterans and their dependents who live in Fresno County. Services include specialized information and referral, veteran benefits assistance, veteran burial benefits. There are no geographic restrictions.
The department advocates on behalf of veterans to ensure that they receive the benefits to which they are entitled. It also provides special outreach to seniors and veterans who have disabilities. This agency supports the Fully Developed Claims Program (FDC).
Services include individual advocacy and information and referral to assist veterans and their dependents and survivors obtain all benefits outlined in federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies; for example, medical care, compensation for service-related disabilities, and burial rights.
Outreach to seniors and veterans who have disabilities may include home or hospital visits.
The department advocates on behalf of veterans to ensure that they receive the benefits to which they are entitled. It also provides special outreach to seniors and veterans who have disabilities. This agency supports the Fully Developed Claims Program (FDC).
Services include individual advocacy and information and referral to assist veterans and their dependents and survivors obtain all benefits outlined in federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies; for example, medical care, compensation for service-related disabilities, and burial rights.
Outreach to seniors and veterans who have disabilities may include home or hospital visits.
Resource Description
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Application Procedure
Call, walk in for information or for an appointment.
The Fully Developed Claim (FDC) program is an optional initiative that allows veterans, service members and their survivors access to a faster decision for their compensation, pension, or survivor benefit claim. The FDC process attempts to resolve claims in 90 days or less. The process involves submitting all evidence at the time the claim is filed and certifying that the claimant has no further evidence. The recommended way to file a claim is electronically, to do so the claimant must go to ebenefits.va.gov. It is also recommended that they appoint an accredited Veterans Service Officer to assist them in gathering the evidence to support their claim. To file by paper, the claimant must fill out a VA Form 21-526EZ and visit the local regional office. At the regional office, the claimant can appoint an accredited Veterans Service Officer. Claimants can call 1-800-827-1000 for further assistance.
The Fully Developed Claim (FDC) program is an optional initiative that allows veterans, service members and their survivors access to a faster decision for their compensation, pension, or survivor benefit claim. The FDC process attempts to resolve claims in 90 days or less. The process involves submitting all evidence at the time the claim is filed and certifying that the claimant has no further evidence. The recommended way to file a claim is electronically, to do so the claimant must go to ebenefits.va.gov. It is also recommended that they appoint an accredited Veterans Service Officer to assist them in gathering the evidence to support their claim. To file by paper, the claimant must fill out a VA Form 21-526EZ and visit the local regional office. At the regional office, the claimant can appoint an accredited Veterans Service Officer. Claimants can call 1-800-827-1000 for further assistance.
Fees
There are no fees for services.
Fee structure
Free Application procedure
Appointment Required, Call for Information, Call to Apply, Walk in For Information, Walk in to Apply Service hours
Walk in's are accepted Wednesdays, 8:00am to 2:00pm.
Monday : 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday : 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday : 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday : 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Website
www.co.fresno.ca.us|
FAX |
+15594552498
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Service/Intake and Administration |
+15596005436
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