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title: "Jacksonville Military Affairs and Veterans Services Department"
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# Jacksonville Military Affairs and Veterans Services Department

Content Military Affairs and Veterans Our Mission The mission of the Military Affairs and Veterans Department is to Serve the Citizens of Jacksonville with Respect, Timely Competent Services, Integrity and Effective Advocacy. How We Serve You MAVD is a one-stop resource center offering: Veterans' Benefits Assistance -  Guidance on VA claims, healthcare enrollment, pensions, disabbility compensation, and more Employment & Social Services - Support for Veterans seeking jobs, vocatinal training, housing assistance, and financial aid. Community Outreach & Advocacy - Raising awareness of Veterans' issues through events, partnerships, and public engagement.. Veterans Service Officers Our County Veteran Service Officers (VSOs) are certified professionals trained to assist Veterans and their families in filing claims and securing benefits.  They act as advocates for Veterans, ensuring their cases are handled properly and efficiently.  Services include: Identifying benefits & entitlements specific to you Providing free expert advise on your claim Filing paperwork and advocating for you through the claims process Connecting you with additional resources & support services Who We Serve Our primary service area is Duval County, but we strive to assist Veterans outside the county whenever possible.  How to Get Assistance   Visit us:  City Hall, 117 W Duval St. Suite 175 Jacksonville, FL 32202 Walk-ins Welcome : Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 3 PM (No appointment necessary) For more information, please call us at (904) 255-5550 , or email us at  vetsvcs@coj.net What Veterans and their families should know when applying for Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Pension benefits.   Military Affairs and Veterans Department City Hall, 117 West Duval Street, Suite 175 Jacksonville, FL 32202 Office: (904) 255-5550