VSO

Connect with a VSO – Cook County Veterans Assistance Commission

How a VSO Can Help You

Our accredited Veteran Service Officers (VSOs) provide free, expert assistance with understanding and applying for your VA benefits. We’re here to help you every step of the way.

VA Claims Support

  • New Claim: We’ll help gather evidence and file your initial claim for VA compensation or pension.
  • Supplemental Claim: Need to submit new evidence? We’ll help file VA Form 20-0995 and track your appeal.
  • Higher-Level Review: Want a senior VA reviewer to look at your case again? We’ll assist with VA Form 20-0996.
  • Board of Veterans Appeals: We'll guide you through requesting a hearing and submitting VA Form 10182.

Additional VA Benefits We Assist With

  • VA Health Care: We help with VA enrollment, understanding eligibility, and accessing your medical records.
  • VA Education: Assistance with GI Bill®, VR&E, and scholarship programs for veterans and dependents.
  • VA Home Loans: Guidance on VA loan eligibility, COE requests, and buying a home with VA support.
  • Debt Management: Support with VA debt waivers, repayment plans, and financial hardship applications.

Contact Us Today

Please click the button below to complete the secure intake form. A VSO will contact you within 1–2 business days.