They Served & Sacrificed
Now we do our best to ensure the needs of Salem County Veterans are met and exceeded
Veterans Services
110 Fifth Street, Salem NJ 08079
856-339-8603 (Main)
609-774-7450 (Cell)
856-878-4639 (Fax)
Business Hours
Mon – Fri from 8:30am – 3:30pm
Appointments recommended to assure availability.
Veterans Crisis Line
One call can make a difference.
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
2019 Meetings
- MARCH 21, 2019
- MAY 16, 2019
- AUGUST 15, 2019
- NOVEMBER 14, 2019
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
Freeholder Liaisons
Scott Griscom
Mickey Ostrum (Alternate)
Headlines
Veterans Dinner
Join us Thursday, October 24, 2019 in honoring Salem County Heroes – 5:30 pm Social ◊ 6:30 pm Dinner.
Salem County Veterans and Families Picnic
Meet up with fellow Veterans and their families! Date & Time: Saturday, October 19, 2019 from 12:00 noon – 3:00 pm
VA Mission Act of 2018
The new Community care Mission Act was passed in 2018 to become effective in June of 2019.
Thank You To Tricia Painter For Her Donation
Ms. Painter will be donating a set of flags every year for the next 10 years!
NJVet2Vet.com – Learn About Your Military Benefits
You’re entitled to military benefits that could drastically improve the quality of your life right now.
Good News for NJ Veterans and Seniors
New Jersey Income tax deduction has doubled for Veterans and the New Jersey Senior Freeze increased. Please read post for more information.
They Served & Sacrificed
Now we do our best to ensure the needs of Salem County Veterans are met and exceeded