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Veterans assistance offices report volunteer miles/hours and accreditation progress
Summary
Veterans assistance staff reported volunteer drivers logged 274.5 hours and 9,336.5 miles through July; one staff member said a VA accreditation packet was accepted and accreditation number is expected in 30–90 days before full system access.
Jim reviewed the veterans assistance tallies for July, focusing on transportation and direct aid. He said volunteer drivers have recorded 274.5 hours and 9,336.5 miles to date and noted program activity includes food, rent and utility assistance for veterans.
Bruce described casework handled in his office, saying he had helped 29 veterans since early July with issues ranging from claims to benefits enrollments, and that his accreditation packet with the VA was accepted; he said it could take 30–90 days to receive an accreditation number that will allow full access to VA systems.
