Delaware Office of Veteran Services

03/30/2026

ALCON, FYSA

Looking for something different to try this season? Delaware CreatiVeterans offers veterans a chance to explore a new artistic skill in a free 8-week class with a small group of fellow veterans. It’s a chance to create, connect, and enjoy the process together. Don’t miss your chance to join in.

Register here: https://arts.delaware.gov/creativeterans/

03/12/2026

Please be advised that due to recent staffing changes, Service Officer support may experience delays. We appreciate your patience.

01/26/2026

Be advised, the Office of Veteran Services in Dover will be closed 26 JAN 2026 due to ongoing weather conditions-stay safe, stay warm.

01/21/2026

FYSA

11/26/2025

Home for the Holidays – Housing Surge Event – December 2025

Our goal is to ensure that Veterans experiencing homelessness have a place to call home over the holidays. We aim to rapidly secure on the spot permanent, and/or interim housing, engage landlords and provide resources to Veterans to support our nation's heroes in their journey to stable housing.

Details here: https://vets.delaware.gov/event/home-for-the-holidays-housing-surge-event-december-2025/

11/26/2025

Wilmington VA Medical Center Veterans Expungement Fair – December 2025

Removing Barriers to Employment and Housing

We believe that by working together, we can provide a more compressive support system for Veterans, helping them not only to clear their records but also access the tools they need for long-term success.

Event details here: https://vets.delaware.gov/event/wilmington-va-medical-center-veterans-expungement-fair-december-2025/

11/21/2025

FYSA

Remaining November federal SNAP benefits have been issued to Delaware EBT cardholders. To check your balance, visit www.ConnectEBT.com, or call 1-800-526-9099. December benefits will be issued on your normal date.

For more information, and to learn about SNAP work requirement changes, visit de.gov/snapalert.

If you need support, community food resources remain available.

Delaware 211: https://delaware211.org/ / Dial 2-1-1 or 1-800-560-3372 / Text your ZIP code to 898-211

Food Bank of Delaware: https://www.fbd.org/get-help/community-food-pantries/ / New Castle County
(302) 292-1305 / Kent and Sussex Counties (302) 424-3301

Delaware State Service Center Food Pantries: https://dhss.delaware.gov/dss/stateservices/

11/21/2025

FYSA

DHSS remains committed to supporting our community. All Delaware State Service Centers have food pantries, where any Delaware resident with a valid ID can pick up non-perishable food and toiletries during regular business hours (8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.). On Wednesdays, the Northeast, Hudson, Williams, and Adams State Service Centers offer extended hours until 6 p.m.

Find your nearest location here: https://dhss.delaware.gov/dss/stateservices/

Additional food assistance resources are available through Delaware 211 (call or text 211) and the Food Bank of Delaware at https://www.fbd.org/

11/20/2025

11/17/2025

Here is the full recording of the Delaware Veterans Day Ceremony, where our community came together to honor and recognize the men and women who served our nation. 🇺🇸

https://youtu.be/rnhb0coJwpI

Thank you to everyone who participated and supported this meaningful ceremony.

Please take a moment to watch and share as we continue to honor our heroes.

This is the full recording of the Veterans Day ceremony, where leaders, veterans, families, and community members gathered to honor those who have served in ...

11/17/2025

US News recently released its 12 Best Nursing Homes in Delaware. Delmarva Veterans Home made the list.

https://health.usnews.com/best-nursing-homes/area/de