They Served & Sacrificed
Now we do our best to ensure the needs of Salem County Veterans are met and exceeded
Services Offered to Veterans
and Their Families
Phone Counseling
A simple phone call is all that might be needed to make a difference in your life. No matter what you need help with, we’re here for you.
Filing Claims
We provide assistance in preparing and filing claims in the County Office or assisted living facilities as needed.
Veterans Cemetery
Assistance working with funeral directors, obtaining markers and making arrangements for burial in the County Veterans Cemetery.
Military History
Assistance obtaining military history, awards and discharge papers, whether for the Veteran or family members researching their history.
Community Outreach
Conducts speaking engagements for educational purposes and participation in community parades, events and functions.
Special Affairs
Hosts special affairs throughout the year honoring our veterans, such as the “Salem County Salutes Our Armed Forces Enlistees Ceremony”.
We can help you understand and apply for:
Education
Home Loans
Life Insurance
Pension
Healthcare
IMPORTANT REMINDER!
All veterans must enroll in VA Healthcare to be eligible for benefits such as:
Hearing Aids ♦ Glasses ♦ Long Term Care ♦ VA Home Caregivers ♦ VA Hospice ♦ And more….
This enrollment will not interfere with any of your existing private programs or doctors. Please contact the Salem County Veterans’ Office for review of eligibility to enroll.
Director of Veterans Affairs
856-339-8603
Meetings
April 10, 2025
May 8, 2025
August 14, 2025
October 9, 2025
Additional meetings, as appropriate
Time: 4:30pm
Location:
110 Fifth Street, Main Conference Room,
Salem, NJ 08079
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Members
Brenda Parris Banks
William Berglund
John Boucher
Cordell Carr
Joshua DuBois
Pat Hassler
Deon Henry
Frank Hofacker
Stan Kite III (Civilian Member)
Thomas Pankok, III
Gwyn Parris-Atwell
Megan Raively (Civilian Member)
Bob Richards
Daniel Reilly
Brian Sheets
Lester Sutton
Mary Tayler, Jr.
Fedrick (Rick) Weisgerber
County Commissioners
Dr. Dan Timmerman
Edward Ramsay (Alternate)
Headlines
Joe Hannagan Retires
After 12 years of dedications Joe Hannagan is now retiring!
CANCELLED – Salem County Veterans’ Appreciation Picnic
Event Cancelled due to Impending Weather The decision to cancel the Salem County Veterans' Appreciation Picnic for this Saturday (9/23/23) was not made lightly, but the safety and comfort of our attendees are at the forefront. Please keep an eye out for the 2024...
Flag Retirement Ceremony
Tuesday, June 13, 2023 - RETIRE YOUR OLD, FADED & TATTERED FLAGS WITH HONOR Join the American Legion Post 75, VFW Post 253, Salem County Dept. of Veterans Affairs, Daretown Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts, while the Salem American Legion Band plays patriotic music during...
Veterans Job & Resource Fair
Thursday, June 8, 2023, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Cooper University Hospital. Career advisors and veteran services representatives will be present to offer assistance with, resume writing, and interviewing techniques.
2023 Salem County Memorial Day Events
PENNSVILLE VFW POST 1952 Memorial Day Parade Saturday, May 20, 2023, 10:00 AM Ceremony will follow the conclusion of the parade. Begins at the Acme Shopping Market and ends at Pennsville Memorial High School. The ceremony will be held at the Monument on the corner of...
We Are Looking For 10 Burial Flag Donations!
Would you like to donate your loved ones’ burial flag to be flown each Memorial Say at the Salem County War Veterans’ Cemetery? This year we retired 10 flags, and we are looking to replace them with 10 donated burial flags. The flag will remain the property of the...
They Served & Sacrificed
Now we do our best to ensure the needs of Salem County Veterans are met and exceeded