They Served & Sacrificed
Now we do our best to ensure the needs of Salem County Veterans are met and exceeded
A MESSAGE FROM THE VETERANS SERVICES DIRECTOR
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, in homes 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
Joseph J. Hannagan, Jr.
*Contact for Toys for Toys of Salem County*
856-339-8603
2021 Meetings
- MARCH 18, 2021
- MAY 13, 2021
- AUGUST 12, 2021
- NOVEMBER 4, 2021
4:30p
Fifth Street Office Complex Conference Room
Members
Joe Hannagan
Edward Hassler
Harry Springer
Pat Hassler
Jeff Ridgway
Sam Willis
Daniel Reilly
William Berglund
Jaci Bobbitt
Mark Taylor Jr.
Brenda Parris Banks
Lester Sutton
Fredrick Weisgerber
Bob Richards
County Commissioners
Ed Ramsay
Mickey Ostrum (Alternate)
Headlines
Salem County – Veterans Events 2021
September 25 VETERANS’ PICNIC 12:00 – 4:00 pm Penns Grove VFW - Margaret Street, Penns Grove NJ September 30 VETERANS’ DINNER 6:00 pm Sharp Salem Community College - DuPont Field House Hollywood Avenue, Carneys Point NJ November 30 SALEM COUNTY MEDAL CEREMONY 6:00 pm...
Walk-In COVID-19 Vaccinations for Veterans of All Ages
Walk-in COVID-19 Vaccinations for Veterans of All Ages Enrolled in VA Health Care at Wilmington VA Medical Center Campus March 24-26. Wilmington VA Medical Center will be offering walk-in COVID-19 vaccinations to all Veterans enrolled in VA health care, regardless of...
Wilmington VA Medical Center Update
COVID-19 Vaccination Updates: Eligiblity Expanded to 55+, Scheduling Appointments, Walk-In Availability and more.
Call-in COVID-19 Vaccination Scheduling at Wilmington VA Medical Center
Veterans receiving health care at Wilmington VA Medical Center or one of our five Community Based Outpatient Clinics in Delaware or southern New Jersey who meet the criteria below can now schedule appointments over the phone.
Access to Capital for Veteran Owned Small Businesses
Please join us virtually March 16, 2021 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM (EST) as we discuss multiple ways to access capital for your veteran owned small business. You will hear from the Sheryl Paynter Lead Lender Relations & Economic Development Specialist with the N.J. SBA...
VA Mission Act of 2018
The new Community care Mission Act was passed in 2018 to become effective in June of 2019.
They Served & Sacrificed
Now we do our best to ensure the needs of Salem County Veterans are met and exceeded
