Wabasha County Veterans Service Office

05/19/2026

At participating Hy-Vee's in Rochester there will be a free breakfast for Veterans and Military members on Wednesday (20 May) from 0600 - 1000.

Join us Wednesday, May 20, for a Veterans Breakfast celebrating America’s 250th anniversary. 🇺🇸

From 6–10 AM, veterans and active military can enjoy a free breakfast with eggs, sausage, bacon, and biscuits and gravy—dine in or take it to go.

Plus, throughout May, veterans and active military get free coffee every Wednesday. Spread the word and bring a veteran!

04/27/2026

We have veterans in our county who are attending this North Star Honor Flight! We are so proud of our veterans and are thankful that they are being honored for their service and sacrifice!

04/27/2026

This is a great opportunity to get out and connect with fellow veterans and get a workout while you're at it. Honor Bound Veterans does so much for our local Veterans. For the veterans in our county who are struggling with PTSD or other military related mental conditions, know that you are not alone. PLEASE give us a call if you need someone to talk or, check out Honor Bound Veterans and connect with other veterans who have walked in your shoes.

Run or walk with a purpose.

Help us combat veteran isolation and su***de. Sign up today and be part of something that matters.

We're excited to host JT & The Gunslingers for a concert after the fun run!

Register Here: https://givebutter.com/honor-bound-veterans-5k-hosted-by-thrivent

04/24/2026

Check out this upcoming event if you're a veteran looking for a job.

The 20th Annual Veterans Career Fair is just 1 month away. Veterans, spouses, caregivers and Gold Star Families are invited to attend the Veterans Career Fair May 20 in Brooklyn Center, MN. View 100 participating employers and all the details! https://careerforce.mn.gov/VeteransCareerFair2026
Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development
Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs

04/15/2026

It's Tax Day. Check this out for more information.

Last day to file taxes! VA disability compensation and pension payments, and education benefits are non-taxable benefits. For guidance, use trusted sources like the IRS. Free help is available: IRS Free File, VITA, and AARP Tax-Aide.

Stay informed, take action, and make tax season a breeze!
news.va.gov/138085/tax-season-guidance-for-veterans/

Veterans who suspect they have experienced fraud can find out more and report to the appropriate agency at VSAFE.gov or by calling (833) 38V-SAFE.

04/14/2026

The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs does so much for our veterans here in Minnesota! They offer some great resources and assistance. Check them out at their website below.

The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) is a cabinetlevel state agency dedicated to serving nearly 280,000 Minnesota Veterans and their families.

Its mission is to connect Veterans with the federal and state care they have earned. From securing benefits, higher education programs to long-term care at eight State Veterans Homes and dignified resting places at four State Cemeteries, MDVA provides support at every step.

Discover the full range of resources available by visiting https://mn.gov/mdva/about/what-we-do.jsp

04/07/2026

We get a lot of questions about CHAMPVA. One important thing to know is that it is not an insurance policy, it is a health benefit. Below is a brief overview on eligibility. Please click on the link to go to the VA website for more information. If you feel you're eligible or have questions, please give us a call (651-565-3864) we would be happy to assist.

Eligibility for CHAMPVA
You may be eligible for CHAMPVA if you don’t qualify for TRICARE (the Defense Department’s health care program for service members and their families) and 1 of these descriptions is true for you.

At least 1 of these must be true:

You’re the spouse or dependent child of a Veteran who’s been rated permanently and totally disabled from a service-connected disability, or
You’re the surviving spouse or dependent child of a Veteran who died from a service-connected disability, or
You’re the surviving spouse or dependent child of a Veteran who was at the time of their death rated permanently and totally disabled from a service-connected disability
Note: In certain cases, you may be eligible for CHAMPVA if you’re the surviving spouse or dependent child of a service member who died in the line of duty, not due to misconduct. But you can’t get CHAMPVA benefits if you qualify for TRICARE. A “permanent and total disability” is a disability that we’ve rated as 100% disabling and that’s not expected to improve.

The Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs (CHAMPVA) is a VA health benefits program. CHAMPVA is for the spouses, dependents, and survivors of Veterans who meet certain service-connected disability requirements.Keep reading on this page to learn about the services....

03/25/2026

Are you a veteran looking for a job? Do you know a veteran looking for a job? Check out current job openings with the VA.

This post includes links to job listings for the week of March 23, 2026. We will continue to post listings as we receive them for the locations listed.

03/06/2026

Here is a great opportunity for a Veteran to apply for an incredible guided experience in the Boundary Waters. If this is something you're interested in, apply as soon as possible as there will be a lot of interest.

03/05/2026

Check out our new Logo!