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Northumberland County Veterans Affairs reports rise in approved VA claims, highlights local support programs
Summary
County Veterans Affairs staff reported a rise in approved federal benefits over the past three years, detailed programs including temporary assistance and tax exemptions, and the county adopted a proclamation naming July Veterans Recognition Month.
Ryan, director of Northumberland County Veterans Affairs, told the County Commissioners on July 1 that his office helps veterans access federal and state benefits and honors veterans after death and that the office has increased successful claims in recent years.
The county proclamation approved unanimously by the board designates July as Veterans Recognition Month.
The update outlined services the Veterans Affairs office provides. "We help veterans get services and benefits that they're entitled to and or eligible for," Ryan said, summarizing the office's three priorities as care, benefits and honor. He described assistance with VA compensation and pension claims, state programs administered through the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, and local emergency supports.
Ryan described the Veterans Temporary Assistance (VTA) program, noting it can provide up to $1,600 from a…
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