Arapahoe County Helps Veterans Recover $5.5 Million in Benefits

In the first half of 2025, the Arapahoe County Veterans Services Office (VSO) helped local veterans secure more than $5.5 million in benefit recoveries and connected them to critical resources. The office managed over 7,000 phone calls, supported over 800 in-person and virtual appointments, and helped file 442 new federal claims and 610 additional applications and claim correspondences.

Woman Veteran with Child

Beyond benefits, the VSO assisted veterans and their families with Medicaid, burials, pensions, and more, while actively participating in community events and statewide initiatives. Arapahoe County is committed to honoring the service of our veterans and ensuring they receive the care, support, and respect they deserve now and into the future. If you are a veteran or have a family member who is a veteran, call 303-738-8045 to schedule an appointment or visit arapahoeco.gov/veterans to learn more.

Veterans or their dependents may be eligible for the following benefits. Make an appointment today for an accredited officer to determine eligibility and provide additional information about these VA programs:

Service-Connected Disability Compensation—Current, chronic medical conditions caused by injuries or illness in service or pre-existing condition aggravated by service.

• VA Pension—Income and net-worth based program
• Survivor Benefits—Dependency and Indemnity Compensation and Survivors Pension
• Burial Benefits—Allowance, Flag, Headstone/Marker, Presidential Memorial Certificate

You’ll receive a needs assessment so an accredited officer can provide personalized services and determine eligibility. Appointments are available in-person in Littleton or Aurora or virtually:
• Littleton—1690 W. Littleton Blvd. Suite 110, Littleton, CO 80120
• Aurora—15400 E 14th Pl., Aurora, CO 80011

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