Executive Office of Veterans Services (EOVS)

Attention all veterans! Secretary Santiago is live from Gillette Stadium at the first-ever New England VA 1-on-1 Expo! In just three hours, we've already seen 400+ veterans and assisted them with signing up for VA benefits, addressing claims issues, and so much more. This event is free for all veterans, and our community partners will be here until 8 PM! Don't miss out!

Get ready for TOMORROW's first-ever New England VA 1-on-1 Veterans Expo at Gillette! Here are a few things to know before you go. A reminder that this event is free and open to all veterans, service members, and their families. Please bring a form of identification. https://lnkd.in/dGQ_mFHd

Happy Labor Day, Massachusetts! On this Labor Day, we celebrate the hard work and resilience of Massachusetts veterans who continue to serve our communities in countless ways. From building our infrastructure to supporting local businesses, your contributions strengthen our Commonwealth daily.

Thank you to Radio Boston for having us on today! Secretary Santiago discussed the new ways we’re supporting veterans across Massachusetts and shared insights on recent headlines in veterans affairs. Tune in to hear the full conversation: https://lnkd.in/e9bMRJgv

The HERO Act: ➡️Empowers municipalities to double property tax exemptions for veterans, ensuring these benefits keep pace with inflation; ➡️Aligns the Chapter 115 veteran definition with the @DeptVetAffairs to enable more veterans to access rental assistance and homelessness prevention services from VSOs and ➡️Provides behavioral health reimbursement Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ghR55Gfi

After the Cape Cod regional cabinet meeting, we visited Brian McCutcheon, founder of “Wet Vet,” a Falmouth nonprofit supporting veterans’ mental health through fishing. Secretary Santiago joined Brian and Captain Skip Baldini on a charter excursion, witnessing firsthand how this innovative program builds community and aids in mental health recovery. We encourage everyone to learn more about Wet Vet and Brian’s incredible work by visiting their website: https://www.wet-vet.com

From day one, EOVS has been committed to revitalizing veterans' services in Massachusetts, ensuring every hero receives the benefits and resources they deserve. Today, we made history by signing the most comprehensive veterans legislation in Massachusetts. https://lnkd.in/eFtwgYFY

What do you get when you combine the most comprehensive piece of veterans’ legislation in Massachusetts history with the most ambitious legislation to address housing costs in state history?  You get progress for our veterans. The Affordable Homes Act and the HERO Act will bolster Massachusetts’ commitment to veterans and their families.  Executive Office of Veterans Services (EOVS)

Don’t forget to spread the word! Get 1-on-1 assistance with: - Enrolling in VA health care - Eligibility - Toxic exposure information - VA education benefits - Submitting a VA disability claim - Checking the status of your disability claim or appeal - Income benefits for wartime veterans and survivors - Career help - VA burial information - VA housing information & more! Register Here: https://fb.me/e/3VUQOQEmX

When we work together, Veterans succeed. From supportive housing to behavioral health treatment, follow both the Executive Office of Veterans Services and Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities this week to see how both the #AffordableHomesAct and #HEROAct will positively impact hundreds of thousands of #Veterans in #Massachusetts!