Local Services
The Livingston County Department of Veterans’ Services is dedicated to providing services and programs to the 12,300 veterans residing in Livingston County. Services include:
- Assistance in navigating the claims filing process with the Federal Government for injuries or illness, federal death benefits, and survivor benefits.
- Case management and ongoing support for VA benefits recipients.
- Filing and processing of Livingston County burial allowance claims.
- Financial assistance for indigent veterans and their dependents for anything from food and gas to home repairs.
- Transportation for mobility impaired patients to get to their medical appointments such as dialysis and out-patient surgery.
- Substantially increase outreach to Livingston County Veterans including education of what benefits are available and helping veterans access benefits earned by their service
- Provide funding for the creation and assistance of mental health services.
- Connect veterans with a Veterans Career Advisor.
- Provided funding for the addition of a Court Coordinator for the Veterans Treatment Court.
- Increase the number of Drivers from 1 part-time staff to 2 part-time staff.
- Update IT infrastructure.
- Expand transportation service.
The Livingston County Veterans Services Department assists veterans and their families with obtaining the services they have qualified for.