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Service Work
The Butler County Veterans Service Commission currently employs a staff of State Certified and Nationally Accredited Service Officers who work as advocates for the veterans of Butler County. It is with honor that these Service Officers work to assist the veterans of this county in filing for appropriate Department of Veteran's Affairs benefits. The following is a list of just some of the benefits that our Service Officers can help you file for.

Service Connected Compensation
As defined by the Department of Veterans Affairs: "Disability compensation is a monetary benefit paid to veterans who are disabled by injury or disease incurred or aggravated during active military service. The service of the veteran must have been terminated through separation or discharge under conditions that were other than dishonorable. Disability compensation varies with the degree of disability and the number of dependents, and is paid monthly. The benefits are not subject to federal or state income tax." Please contact our office for more details.

Non-service connected disability pension
As defined by the Department of Veterans Affairs: "Veterans with low incomes who are permanently and totally disabled may be eligible for monetary support if they have 90 days or more of active military service, at least one day of which was during a period of war. The discharge from active duty must have been under conditions other than dishonorable. The permanent and total disability must be for reasons other than the veteran's own willful misconduct." Un-reimbursed medical expenses may reduce countable income for veterans who qualify. "Veterans of a period of war who are aged 65 or older and meet service and income requirements are also eligible to receive a pension, regardless of current physical condition." Please contact our office for more details.

Get A Headstart On Your Claim
Download the form here - VBA-21-526-ARE.pdf
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Survivor's Pension
The Department of Veterans Affairs provides a small pension to eligible widows of deceased veterans. This program is similar to the non-service connected disability pension for veterans, as it is a program that is based on income and net worth. This program is commonly referred to as "Widow's Pension". Please contact our office for more details.

Flags and Grave Markers
Upon request, VA furnishes headstones or markers at no charge for graves in cemeteries around the world for service members who die while on active duty and for eligible veterans. Please contact our office for more details.

Document and Award Requests
The Butler County Veterans Service Commission will assist veterans in obtaining copies of their DD-214's as well as their Service Records. We will also assist veterans with their pursuits to obtain their awards. Please contact our office for more details.

Discharge Upgrades
Each of the military services maintains a discharge review bard with authority to change, correct, or modify discharges or dismissals that are not issued by a sentence of a general court martial. The veteran or, if the veteran is deceased or incompetent, the surviving spouse, next of kin or legal representative may apply for a review of discharge. Please contact our office for more details.

VA Health Benefits
To receive health care through the VA, veterans generally must be enrolled with VA. Although they may apply for enrollment at any time, it is recommended to enroll early as the enrollment process can be lengthy. Since VA health benefits change frequently it is recommended that you consult our office for more specific information.

Home Loan Guarantees
VA loan guaranties are made to service members, veterans, reservists and unmarried surviving spouses for the purchase of homes, condominiums and manufactured homes and for refinancing loans. VA guarantees part of the total loan, permitting the purchaser to obtain a mortgage with a competitive interest rate, even without a down payment if the lender agrees. Please contact our office for more details.

Education Benefits
There are numerous education programs that the VA oversees, and the eligibility criteria differ from program to program. In some circumstances these benefits are time sensitive so time is of the essence. Please contact our office for more details.
Our Service Officers will be more than happy to not only assist you with the initial application for benefits, but also with any necessary follow up to include appeals.

High School Diplomas
Veterans who left High School to enter the Armed Forces during periods of war including World War II, the Korean Conflict or the Vietnam Conflict may apply for a diploma from the last school they attended.  Please contact our office for more details.

Additional Services:

Transportation
Please contact our office for more details.