County and Tribal Veterans Service Officer Association of Wisconsin
What is a VA-Guaranteed Loan VA-guaranteed loans are made by private lenders, such as banks, savings and loan associations, or mortgage companies. To get a loan, you apply to the lender. If the loan is approved, VA will guarantee part of it. The amount of V’s guaranty usually depends on the size of the loan. … Read more
The VH is the health care component of the United States Department of Veteran Affairs (VA). In Wisconsin, there are three VA Hospitals: one each in Madison, Milwaukee and Tomah. Veterans living in Northern and Northwest Wisconsin may receive care at VA hospitals in Iron Mountain, Michigan or St. Cloud or Minneapolis, Minnesota. In addition … Read more
VA Emergency reporting line 1-844-72HRVHA (1-844-724-7842) At some point in your life, you may need emergency care. This article may help you understand some of the things the VA may be able to do for you. When you require emergency assistance, and it is not possible to get to a VA Medical Center, you should … Read more
Veterans, their spouses and family members may be buried at state veterans cemeteries, operated by WDVA. In addition to veterans with active-duty service, veterans of the National Guard or Reserves with at least 20 years of service (that qualify for military retirement) and their family members are eligible for burial in state veterans cemeteries. WDVA … Read more
There are three Wisconsin Veterans Homes located in Chippewa Falls, King, and Union Grove’ providing 24-hour skilled nursing care to our nation’s heroes. WDVA proudly operates these three skilled nursing homes serving veterans, their spouses, and Gold Star Parents. General Priorities for Admissions: First Priority: Veterans* Second Priority: Spouses of veterans Third Priority: Spouses of … Read more
It is estimated that more than one-half million Americans were captured and interned as Prisoners of War since the American Revolution. The largest number of captivities occurred during the Civil War when an estimated 220,000 Confederate soldiers were captured by the North and nearly 127,000 Union soldiers were interned by the South. Since World War … Read more
Proper disposal of waste during deployment is essential to prevent health problems and protect service members. In certain situations when sanitary and waste management facilities are unavailable, this waste may be burned in an open pit. Pits used for this purpose are referred to as “burn pits.” Since any particular trash burn is made up … Read more
Anyone who has visited the Wisconsin Veterans Museum in Madison or their website (museum.dva.state.wi.us) knows they have a wealth of information available concerning Wisconsin veterans. You will find information such as Wisconsin’s contributions to military conflicts back to the Civil War and information regarding veterans’ organizations. You will also find a very interesting date base … Read more
The U.S. military sprayed millions of gallons of Agent Orange and other herbicides on trees and vegetation during the Vietnam War, in the Korean DMV and at other locations. Several decades later, concerns about the health effects from these chemicals continue. While exposure to Agent Orange is not claimable, the VA offers compensation to Veterans … Read more
Military sexual trauma and disability compensation If you experienced military sexual trauma (MST) and it caused or worsened a health condition, you may be eligible for disability compensation. Find out how to file a disability claim. And learn how we can support you during the claims process. File for disability compensation online Get MST-related care … Read more