Specialized Information and Referral

Specialized Information and Referral ( Veterans )

Provider: MONTEREY COUNTY OFFICE OF MILITARY AND VETERANS AFFAIRS - SALINAS

The department provides services for veterans and their dependents who live in Monterey County. Services include specialized information and referral, veteran benefits assistance, and veteran burial assistance. There are no geographic restrictions.

The department advocates on behalf of veterans to ensure that they receive the benefits to which they are entitled. It also provides special outreach to veterans who have disabilities. Services include individual advocacy and information and referral to assist veterans and their dependents and survivors obtain all benefits outlined in federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies; for example, medical care, compensation for service-related disabilities, and burial rights. Outreach to veterans who have disabilities may include home or hospital visits. APPLICATION PROCEDURE Call or walk in for information.

The Fully Developed Claim (FDC) program is an optional initiative that allows veterans, service members and their survivors access to a faster decision for their compensation, pension, or survivor benefit claim. The FDC process attempts to resolve claims in 90 days or less. The process involves submitting all evidence at the time the claim is filed and certifying that the claimant has no further evidence. The recommended way to file a claim is electronically, to do so the claimant must go to ebenefits.va.gov. It is also recommended that they appoint an accredited Veterans Service Officer to assist them in gathering the evidence to support their claim. To file by paper, the claimant must fill out a VA Form 21-526EZ and visit the local regional office. At the regional office, the claimant can appoint an accredited Veterans Service Officer. Claimants can call 1-800-827-1000 for further assistance. FEES/PAYMENT SOURCE There are no fees for services.
Service Condition Fee

Free

Free

Address

1000 S. Main St., Ste. 209A

Salinas , CA 93901 (Physical)

Get directions

1200 Aguajito Rd., Ste. 003

Monterey , CA 93940 (Mailing)

Service hours
Monday through Thursday, 8:00am to 4:00pm; closed from 12:00pm to 1:00pm.

Service/Intake and Administration

(831) 647-7613

FAX

(831) 755-4449

Featured Resources

Can’t find what you’re looking for?