Veterans Services

Harry JohnsonHarry Johnson, Veteran’s Services Officer
316 S. 3rd Street, Suite B
Union City, TN 38261
(731) 885-2781 Phone
(731) 885-9970 Fax

 

Office Hours

Tuesday & Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Closed Mondays and Fridays   

 



Services provided to Veterans

  • Assist veterans/dependents in applying for available federal benefits from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs Regional Office (VARO), by initiating or reopening claims. 

  • Assist veterans/dependents in appealing denied claims to the local VA Regional Office, the local Decision Review Officers, or the Board of Veterans Appeals in Washington D.C.

  • Assist veterans in obtaining necessary inpatient and outpatient care from the VA Medical Centers (VAMSs) and Community Based Outreach Clinics (CBOCS)

  • Assist military retirees and their dependents or survivors in obtaining their benefits from the Department of Defense (DOD).

  • Assist veterans in claims and proceedings involving the military services.

  • Assists veterans in obtaining benefits or services from other agencies.

  • Control the Obion County/V.A. Van.  The V.A. Van is used to provide free transport to veterans to and from medical appointments in Memphis, TN, and Marion, IL.  Please contact the office for transport requests.

 

 

Van Schedule

Memphis, TN - Tuesday and Thursdays
Marion, IL - Monday and Wednesdays

 

 

Helpful Links

VA SITE
https://www.va.gov

VA Benefits Book
https://www.va.gov

Burial and Memorial Benefits
https://www.cem.va.gov

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

​Q. What document do I need to apply for Veterans Assistance? 
A. DD-214 Honorable Discharge (or under honorable conditions).

Q. Where can I obtain a copy of my DD-214?
A. Contact this office at (731) 885-2781.

Q. What is Death Pension?
A. A benefit paid to eligible dependents of deceased wartime veterans.

Q. What is VA Disability Compensation?
A.  A benefit paid to veteran because of injuries or diseases that happened while on active duty or made worse by active military service.

Q. What is a Veterans Pension?
A. A benefit paid to eligible wartime veterans of low income.

Q: Where can I find information about the GI Bill?

A: Find more information at the United States Department of Veteran's Affairs website.