Bergen County Veterans Services

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Bergen County Veterans Services The Division of Veteran Services provides support to all resident veterans and their dependents.

Summary of Services
The Division of Veterans Services was established in 1977 to provide resident veterans and their dependents with information and assistance in obtaining earned entitlements from federal, state, and local governments, as well as any that are available from the private sector. Through a quarterly newsletter and direct client contact, the division provides Bergen’s veterans organizations and their auxiliaries and individual residents with up-to-date benefit information. Daily activities include:
•Directing requests for VA compensation
•Supply information on pensions, home loans
•Information on burial and Memorial benefits
•Education and Training programs availability
•Lost military separation papers
•Forms for military medals and records

Goals
•Advising veterans of their rights and the benefits available to them through various programs now in existence
•Guiding veterans through the proper channels to obtain benefits
•Supplying and assisting with the completion of the forms to obtain various benefits
•Advising and assisting veterans’ widows and children in obtaining benefits available to them
•Maintaining a list of available employment opportunities
•Making referrals to other agencies whenever necessary
•Calling on industry and organizations which may be able to offer employment to veterans

Latino Veterans of New Jersey are having a Veterans Breakfast and Health Insurance Educational Workshop on November 15, ...
10/26/2026

Latino Veterans of New Jersey are having a Veterans Breakfast and Health Insurance Educational Workshop on November 15, at American Legion Post 136 in Lodi

Thanksgiving Veteran Support Event at American Legion Post 206 in Westwood November 7, 2pm to 8pm.
10/26/2026

Thanksgiving Veteran Support Event at American Legion Post 206 in Westwood November 7, 2pm to 8pm.

The Largest Stand Down Event in the State of New Jersey
10/22/2026

The Largest Stand Down Event in the State of New Jersey

Upcoming Free Thanksgiving Luncheon for Veterans
10/22/2026

Upcoming Free Thanksgiving Luncheon for Veterans

Join the Bergen County Department of Human Services, Division of Senior Services for a Dementia-Friendly Caregiver Suppo...
10/22/2026

Join the Bergen County Department of Human Services, Division of Senior Services for a Dementia-Friendly Caregiver Support Group next Thursday, October 29, from 4:30-6:30pm.

Caregivers are welcome to attend this support group while their loved ones stay engaged with our experienced staff nearby.

To RSVP, please email [email protected] or call (201) 336-7403.

The Bergen County Division of Community Transportation will host a Public Hearing on Transportation Funding for Senior C...
10/19/2026

The Bergen County Division of Community Transportation will host a Public Hearing on Transportation Funding for Senior Citizens and Persons with Disabilities on Wednesday, October 21, at 10:00 a.m.

The hearing will focus on the County’s annual application for funding through NJ TRANSIT’s Senior Citizens and Disabled Residents Transportation Assistance Program, which supports transportation services for seniors and residents with disabilities throughout Bergen County.

This hearing is an opportunity for residents to learn more about the County’s transportation services and planned improvements, as well as provide public comment.

Resource & Support Network Day at 11 Phillips Pkwy, Montvale from 3:00PM - 5:00PM
09/29/2026

Resource & Support Network Day at 11 Phillips Pkwy, Montvale from 3:00PM - 5:00PM

SALUTE TO SERVICE at Bethany Community Center, Washington Township, October 10, 2026 from 5 - 7 PM
09/29/2026

SALUTE TO SERVICE at Bethany Community Center, Washington Township, October 10, 2026 from 5 - 7 PM

Unfortunately, due to the inclement weather forecast this weekend, our Baylor Massacre Commemoration Ceremony has been P...
09/24/2026

Unfortunately, due to the inclement weather forecast this weekend, our Baylor Massacre Commemoration Ceremony has been POSTPONED to Sunday, October 11, 2026, at 1:30PM at the Baylor Massacre Burial Site in River Vale.

Meet historical reenactors, explore the story of the events of September 1778, and celebrate the enduring legacy of the soldiers who stood for our nation's independence.

This event is hosted and sponsored by Bergen County through the Bergen250 Initiative, a program of the Bergen County Parks System Division of Cultural & Historic Affairs, with support from the Township of River Vale, New Jersey.

Address

1 Bergen County Plz
Hackensack, NJ
07601

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+12013366325

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