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Veterans Affairs reports 419 veterans received $812,880 in June; office outlines outreach and electronic claim portal
Summary
Ruth from Veterans Affairs told the board the office handled 57 in‑person visits and 95 calls in July, had 75 open claims, and reported that 419 veterans and eligible family members received $812,880 in June; the office is increasing outreach and using a secure electronic portal for claims.
Ruth, representing Jackson County Veterans Affairs, presented monthly statistics Aug. 19: 57 in‑person visits and 95 phone calls in July, 19 decisions in July, and 75 open claims as of the report. She said 419 veterans and eligible family members received $812,880 in June and emphasized outreach efforts, including articles in local papers and participation in a back‑to‑school event to reach younger veterans.
Ruth highlighted concerns about "pension poachers" who charge vulnerable veterans for filing assistance and said the office will continue to educate veterans about eligibility and free assistance. She also noted the office now uses a secure portal to accept signed claim forms electronically.
