Veterans of Foreign Wars
VFW Veterans Service Officers
No-cost claims consultation, appeals support, and emergency financial grants through the VFW Unmet Needs program.
- Service area
- Accredited officers in every state
- Hours
- Weekday business hours by appointment
- Who qualifies
- Veterans and eligible family members
- Cost
- Free — never pay a percentage of a rating
How to start
- 1
Use the officer locator to find the accredited rep nearest you.
- 2
Book an appointment and send your service records ahead.
- 3
Review the filing with the officer before anything is submitted.
Bring with you
- DD-214
- Medical records
- Any prior decision letters
Related resources
Housing
National Coalition for Homeless Veterans
All 50 states through a member-provider network
Housing
Veterans Community Project Villages
Villages and outreach centers in Kansas City, Longmont, Sioux Falls, St. Louis, and Milwaukee
Housing
St Matthew's House Recovery Housing
Southwest Florida (Naples, Fort Myers, Immokalee)
These are independent nonprofit, community, and public crisis resources. Hours and eligibility change — confirm details with the organization before you travel.