Veterans Services

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs - 
810 Vermont Ave., N.W., Washington, D.C. 20420.

CT Dept of Veterans Affairs - 
287 Rocky Hill, CT 06067
Phone: 860-616-3600
www.portal.ct.gov/dva.

Veterans’ Healthcare -
Newington VA Clinic
555 Willard Avenue, Newington CT 06111.
Eligibility office: 860-666-6951, Ext 6700
Website.

American Legion -
Hayes-Velhage Post 96
45 Raymond Road, West Hartford, CT 06107,
Phone: 860-233-9029
Email: alpost96@comcast.net.

Surviving Spouses and Dependents of Veterans Eligibility – Contact the Veterans’ Service Officer at the CT Department of Veterans’ Affairs at 860-721-5893 for more information or to schedule an appointment.

Discounts on Fairview Cemetery Plots– As a West Hartford veteran who has served during wartime you may receive a 10% discount on cemetery plots at Fairview Cemetery. Contact 860-521-5270 for more information.

Burial Benefits– Veterans or spouses who predecease a veteran may be eligible for free marble headstones, delivered to the cemetery. Any reputable funeral home will have this information or you may make an appointment with the Veterans’ Service Representative at 860-721-5893. Also, the U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs has information on burial benefits and will pay for headstones. Go to  http://www.cem.va.gov/ for more information. 

West Hartford Memorial Paver- Information on purchasing a memorial paver for both living and deceased military is found on the West Hartford Veterans Memorial web page. Call 860-561-7520 or 860-561-7521 for more information.

Counseling / Hartford Veterans Center Benefits – Any combat veterans, spouses and families can contact the Hartford Veteran’s Center on 30 Jordan Lane, Wethersfield, CT at 860-563-2320 for individual/family counseling, benefits assistance/referrals, job referrals and bereavement counseling. They also act as a liaison with other VA facilities. Their hours are Monday through Friday, from 8 AM to 4:30 PM (evenings by appointment).

Military Support Program – Provides counseling assistance to citizens, soldiers and families affected by deployment in OEF/OIF. Call toll free 1-866-251-2913 for 24 hour live assistance.

Continuing Education - West Hartford veterans receive a $10.00 discount on Continuing Education classes. Contact 860-561-6900 for more information.

Veterans Tuition Waiver Program – Certain veterans and children of MIA/POW may be eligible to attend state or technical colleges tuition free. Call the Education & Employment Center at 1-800-842-0229 or contact any public college or university for more information.

Reemployment Assistance for OEF/OIF Veterans –Employer Support for the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) – Protects reemployment rights of veterans or reservists regarding their civilian jobs. Educates, promotes and awards employers. Contact ESGR at 860-524-4970.

VETS Veterans Employment and Training Service– Organization that handles more formal reemployment complaints of veterans, reservists and National Guard members. Contact VETS at 866-237-0275 or visit www.dol.gov/agencies/vets.

Employment Services for Veterans  at CT Dept. of Labor – Employment assistance, veterans’ preference, training, job fairs, career coaching, resume preparation and unemployment insurance. Contact the CT Dept. of Labor at 860-256-3522 or  for more information. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has an  Employment web site to explore.

Medical Benefits - The best way to receive medical benefits is to apply in person at the information desk at the VA Medical Center in Newington at 555 Willard Avenue (phone number is 860-666-6951). Bring discharge papers/DD214 and a photocopy of your latest tax return. Be prepared to spend some time with a benefits counselor. 

Explore VA to learn about benefits for veterans and their families. Apply for benefits today.

HUD-VASH Program/Homeless Clinic
860-666-6951, ext 6466

DVA Residential Programs:
Rocky Hill CT DVA
Phone: 860-616-3600
Website

Supportive Services for Veteran Families:  
CRT 1921 Park St, Hartford CT 06106
Phone: 860-778-4775

Veterans Inc. 800-482-2565

Veterans, disabled Veterans, surviving spouses and low-income veterans may be eligible for property tax breaks. Contact the Town Assessor's Office at 860-561-7410. 

Center for Women Veterans (CWV) Trained to connect women veterans, their families and caregivers with VA services and resources.
Phone: 855-829-6636
Website: www.va.gov/womenvet

Women Veterans VA Connecticut Healthcare System: Women Veteran Program Managers are available to assist women veterans and coordinate services.
West Haven Campus
950 Campbell Avenue, Bldg. 2, 7^th floor
West Haven, CT 
203-932-5711 ext. 5402
Website

As a resident of West Hartford you may be eligible for: 

• Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) - Heating Help in CT 860-560-5800
• Dial A Ride  860-561-7561
• Tax Relief Programs 860-561-7410
• Renter's Rebate 860-561-7563
• ADA Transportation 860-247-5329
• Memorial Day Parade
• West Hartford Senior Center
• Elmwood Senior Center

Soldiers’, Sailors’ and Marines’ Fund - Provides temporary assistance to war-time veterans or dependents that need assistance with basic needs. Call 860-566-2677 for more information.

Waiver of CT Driver's License Fees- Any person in active service for one licensing period within two years of separation is eligible. Contact the Wethersfield DMV at 860-263-5700 or toll free at 1-800-842-8222  or visit www.ct.gov/dmv/military.

Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America –
AVA, 80 M Street, Fl2, Washington DC 2003. 
Phone:  202-544-769