Veterans

Accredited DVS staff members are now processing Veterans Affairs (VA) claims for NYC Veterans and their families within the five boroughs. For more information, please email us at connect@veterans.nyc.gov, call us at (212) 416-5250, or visit us online at www.nyc.gov/vets. DVS staff are trained to process the following claims: Disability Compensation, DIC (Dependency and Indemnity Compensation), Non-Service Connected Pension, Survivors Pension, Education. Before meeting with a DVS Veteran Benefits Coordinator (VCB) please have the below items readily available: DD214 Birth Certificate Social Security Card Marriage Certificate (if available) Decision Letter (if prior claim submitted) VA Award Letter (if available) VA Medical Evidence that supports claim Private Dr. Medical Evidence that supports claim DVS Mission: To improve the livelihood of New York City Veterans and their families by providing quality service, advocacy, guidance, and assistance on the claims review process. Our goal is to help prepare and package a VA Claim that is substantial, valid, and clearly identifies the pertinent information relevant to the claim. DVS Goal: To plug the gaps in the system, the NYC Department of Veterans’ Services (DVS) has partnered with the New York State Division of Veterans’ Services to process claims and broaden our current outreach approach while strengthening bonds with the Veteran community.

VA Claims Unit

Provided by:
Department of Veterans' Services (DVS)
Resource for:
Veterans
Accredited DVS staff members are processing Veterans Affairs (VA) claims for NYC Veterans and their families in all five boroughs. To bridge gaps in the system, the NYC Department of Veterans’ Services has partnered with the New York State Division of Veterans’ Services to process claims and broaden their current outreach approach while strengthening bonds with the Veteran community. Meet with a DVS Veteran Benefits Coordinator to help you prepare and package a VA claim that is substantial, valid, and clearly identifies all pertinent information.

More info at:

Website:
www.nyc.gov/vets
Email: connect@veterans.nyc.gov
Phone: 212-416-5250
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