VETERANS SERVICES
ABOUT US
The County Board appoints the Veteran’s Service Officer, usually for a four-year term. The CVSO provides services and information to eligible veterans of Lake of the Woods County. Duties include assistance with the following areas: claims processing for veteran’s benefits, medical care, pension and disability compensation claims, vocational rehabilitation, insurance claims, burial benefits and markers, emergency subsistence and educational benefits from federal and state agencies. The CVSO often arranges for transportation to and from the Veteran’s Hospital. The Veteran’s Service Officer participates in an on-going training and certification program.
VETERAN SERVICES INFORMATION
- Veterans Homes Available in MN
- Veterans State Benefits
- Federal Benefits
- Disabled American Veterans Transportation
- MN State Veterans Cemeteries
- Market Value Exclusion for Veterans with a Disability
- Find a VA Hospital
- Bemidji VA Clinic Location
- Grand Forks VA Clinic Locations
- Grafton VA Clinic Locations
COUNTY TRANSPORTATION
Lake of the Woods County offers transportation to anywhere in Minnesota for all VA Appointments and Community Care needs.
Please contact Rick Rone to schedule your ride at:
Cell: 218-779-0517
Landline: 218-634-2219
Email: rickrone@mncable.net
LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS
V.F.W. POST 723
BAUDETTE AMERICAN LEGION POST 217
VETERANS MEMORIAL
IT IS TIME TO HONOR THOSE WHO HAVE SERVED BEFORE US, WHO SERVE US NOW,AND WHO WILL SERVE OUR NATION IN THE FUTURE.
DONATE
Lake of the Woods Veterans Memorial Committee is requesting monetary donations from individuals and businesses to help fund the up keep of the memorial and its ongoing maintenance. We appreciate all support!
Medal of Honor $35,000+, Silver Star $25,000-$34,999, Bronze Star $10,000-$24,999,
Purple Heart $5,000-$9,999, Meritorious Service $2,500-$4,999, Good Conduct $500-$2,499