Salem County Veterans Services

They Served & Sacrificed

Now we do our best to ensure the needs of Salem County Veterans are met and exceeded

Veterans Crisis Line

One call can make a difference.

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

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

VA Offers New Urgent Care Benefit for Enrolled Veterans

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Veterans Scams That All Veterans Should Be Aware Of

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Your VA Claim Exam: Know What to Expect!

If you’ve ever filed a claim with U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for compensation or pension benefits, The VA may require you to go to an examination as part of the process. This is known as a VA claim exam or a Compensation & Pension (C&P) exam....

New “Intent to File” Process Established

A new “Intent to File” process has been established for Veterans and Survivors who intend to file a claim for VA compensation, pension, or survivors’ benefits, but need additional time to gather all of the information and evidence required to support their claim. WHAT...

Heroes With Hearing Loss Program

WHAT IS HEROES WITH HEARING LOSS (H2WHL) PROGRAM? The mission of the heroes with hearing loss program is to raise awareness and begin conversations about shared hearing loss experiences among veterans, their families and friends. It is specifically designed to provide...

They Served & Sacrificed

Now we do our best to ensure the needs of Salem County Veterans are met and exceeded