How We Help

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Veteran Options

The Veterans Service Commission is a county agency dedicated to aiding Pickaway County veterans during times of need. Our service officers provide a full range of benefits and information for eligible veterans, their surviving spouse, dependent children and dependent parents through accredited veterans' organizations. All service officers are accredited through the Ohio Department of Veterans Services (ODVS) and the Department of Veterans Affairs, as well as the National Association of County Veterans Service Officers.

We provide help with obtaining benefits by representing and assisting veterans, family members, and survivors when they apply to the VA for benefits. We specialize in veterans compensation and pension claims and widows benefits. We also help with emergency financial assistance, transportation to VA appointments, assistance with claim filing, and form preparation and submission to the VA.

Are You Eligible?

There are eligibility requirements for those seeking financial assistance through our programming.

Applicants must have been on active duty in the U.S. military and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge, under honorable conditions or one of the following:
  • The spouse/dependent child of a honorably discharged veteran
  • Widow of an honorably discharged veteran 
  • A parent receiving VA benefits
  • You also must be a resident of Pickaway County for at least 90 days prior to the application for assistance.
To be eligible for emergency financial assistance, a definite financial need must be demonstrated. The wording of the law states that assistance is intended for the needy veteran or member of the armed forces. Eligibility may also extend to a needy spouse, surviving spouse, parent, minor child, or ward of a veteran or member of the armed forces who is a bona fide resident.

The Veterans Service Commission considers many factors when determining financial need, including: 
  • Income from work
  • Benefits from county, state, federal government or other agencies
  • Your living expenses and all assets
If your application is approved, we can assist with rent or mortgage payments, utility bills, food, eyeglasses, prescription medication and coats or school clothes.