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
Brenda P. Banks
856-339-8603
Meetings
February 15, 2024
April 11, 2024
June 13, 2024 (Cancelled)
August 1, 2024
October 10, 2024
Additional meetings, as appropriate
Time: 4:30pm
Location:
110 Fifth Street, Main Conference Room,
Salem, NJ 08079
Members
Brenda Parris Banks
William Berglund
Cordell Carr
Vacant
Pat Hassler
Frank Hofacker
Sandra Kearney
Bob Richard
Daniel Reilly
Jeff Ridgway
Megan Smith
Lester Sutton
Mark Tayler, Jr.
Fedrick (Rick) Weisgerber
Vacant
County Commissioners
Daniel Timmerman
Ed Ramsay (Alternate)
Headlines
Veterans Appreciation Picnic – Sept. 17, 2022
Join us September 17, 2022 from Noon – 4:00 P.M. for the Veterans Appreciation Picnic. Please RSVP by: August 30, 2022. See post for all details.
SFC Robert H. Yancey Sr. Stand Down – Sept. 23, 2022
Veterans ONLY, Proof of Service Required Date & Time: Friday, Sept. 23, 2022 from 8:30am - 1:00pm Location: Cherry Hill National Guard Armory, Grove Street & Park Blvd, Cherry Hill, NJ 08002 The Following Services and Assistance Are Available: VA Benefit...
Military Service Medal Ceremony – Nov. 3, 2022
You're Invited! Award ceremony honoring Salem County Veterans for their honorable service. Public Ceremony Where: Salem Community College, Davidow Hall Theater, 460 Hollywood Avenue, Carneys Point, NJ 08069 When: Thursday, November 3, 2022 at 6:00PM (Sharp) Doors open...
Suicide & Crisis Lifeline 988
Beginning July 16, 988 will become the nationwide dialing code for crisis & suicide prevention. This will allow anyone to call 988 and get help specifically designed for someone dealing with a mental health crisis.
Camden County Emerald Society Pipes & Drums
Have you ever heard the bagpipes and thought to yourself that you’d like to learn how to play? Here’s your chance! No musical experience necessary!
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