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)
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They Served & Sacrificed
Now we do our best to ensure the needs of Salem County Veterans are met and exceeded