Braintree Veterans Agent Reminds Community of Available Services

Below is from Veteran's Agent Richard Walsh:

Open Letter to my Fellow Veterans:

We live in a state that is head and shoulders above all others in the way it treats Veterans and their families. Massachusetts is unique in that has a Veterans Service Officer in every community. It is the Veterans Service Officer’s responsibility to inform and assist all Veterans, regardless of whether you have just recently returned from active duty or are a veteran from any previous engagement or era.

My name is Richard Walsh and I am privileged to be that person here in Braintree. My office is located at 71 Cleveland Ave in the Penniman Park Building, also home to the Department of Elder Affairs. Office Hours are Mon thru Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm.

There many resources, programs and benefits available to Veterans and their families of which you may not be aware of and I am available to explain and assist in determining if you are eligible. These programs include: Veterans Bonus for returning service members, especially for recent multiple deployments; Braintree homeowners who are “Citizen Soldiers may receive
rebates on their property taxes paid while they were deployed; MGL Chapter 115 financial benefits for low income Seniors and unemployed veterans; Gold Star parents and widows annuities and tax exemptions; Disabled Veterans and/or their surviving spouse can be eligible for a property tax rebate.

I can also advise and give guidance about many other VA programs available including: availability of the VA Medical Care system; Aid and Attendance for assistance in costs of health care at home or in assisted living facilities; Applications for service related disability (it’s never too late); Discharge and other records requests; Death benefits and information about Veterans
cemeteries and grave markers; Information about the GI bill benefits availability.

All requests and information given is completely confidential.

Your country, your state and the Town of Braintree is thankful for your service and sacrifices made by you and your family and want you to receive all that you are entitled to.

Please contact me for an appointment to discuss your service and eligibility. Contact me: phone 781-794-8217 or e-mail rwalsh@braintreema.gov .