AMVETS stands for American Veterans. Our members are active duty and honorably discharged veterans. Our members are from the Army, Marines Corps, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard and the National Guard and Reserves. We are chartered by congress to assist veterans in all aspects of their lives from disability claims to finding jobs.
This Department involve it’s self in a range of initiatives, aimed at contributing to the quality of life of our Veterans and local community.
It is necessary that we continue our strong support to our Veterans Administration Medical Center and Community with monetary donations and volunteer hours.
AMVETS Department of Washington, D.C. offer information, counseling and claims service to all honorably discharged veterans and their dependents concerning disability compensation, hospitalization, rehabilitation, pension, education, employment and other benefits. Accredited by the Department of Veterans Affairs, AMVETS Service Officers are trained in all aspects of veteran’s benefits and are knowledgeable about changes in VA regulations, entitlements, policies and procedures. Each Service Officer personally develops and manages claims to ensure his or her clients receive the maximum benefits to which they are legally entitled. Our Service Officers also provide representation at VA hearings if appeals are warranted. The assistance we provide is free of charge, and you are not required to be an AMVETS member to receive it.