FDVA, Alachua County Veterans Service Office

AKA:

Veteran Affairs

Description:

*Florida Department of Veterans Affairs Alachua county office
*Assists veterans and dependents in applying for benefits provided by USVA and other federal agencies: pensions, survivor benefits, service-related medical problems; home loans and specially adapted housing; women veterans outreach
*Assists in applying for Florida benefits: Homestead and other tax exemptions, disability benefits, education and tuition breaks, lower license fees and ad valorem taxes during active duty, transportation to medical facilities when necessary
*Assists surviving spouse of military retirees with burial, Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP), and insurance
*Coordinates programs with Governor's Office, Florida Legislature, and Florida Congressional Delegation

Intake Process:

Military Discharge Document (DD214); others as determined by each individual situation

Program Fees:

Call for requirements

Languages:

English

Eligibility:

Veteran or veteran family member

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Is Shelter?

No

Related Resource

Date of Official Change:

March 18, 2024

Employer ID:

510201771

Legal Status:

Private, Nonprofit