Does Maine have a VA hospital?
Does Maine have a VA hospital?
The Togus VA Medical Center in Augusta is Maine’s only veterans hospital — and the nation’s first VA hospital.
How do I contact local veterans?
You can call us at one of these phone numbers to ask questions about VA benefits and services.
- MyVA411 main information line. 800-698-2411.
- Telecommunications Relay Services (using TTY) 711.
- VA benefits hotline. 800-827-1000.
- GI Bill hotline. 888-442-4551.
- VA health benefits hotline. 877-222-8387.
- My HealtheVet help desk.
Where can I find VSO near me?
Go to eBenefits to find a local representative (including a recognized VSO, an attorney, or a claims agent) by state/territory, zip code, or the organization’s name. Or search the VA Office of the General Counsel’s list to find VA-recognized organizations and VA-accredited individuals by name, city, state, or zip code.
When was Togus VA hospital built?
In 1865, as the Civil War was drawing to a close, President Lincoln signed an act establishing the National Asylum (later changed to Home) for Disabled Volunteer Soldiers. The Eastern Branch at Togus was the first of the homes to open in November 1866.
Is Togus a town in Maine?
Togus, formally known as the Togus VA Medical Center, is a facility operated by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs in Chelsea, Maine. The facility was built as a resort hotel, and housed Union veterans of the American Civil War prior to being converted to a veterans hospital.
Should I use a VSO?
Why use a VSO to help you file a claim? The majority of VSOs were started by veterans for veterans. So, using a VSO representative means that you will have someone who understands where you’ve been and what you’re up against as you transition out of the military.
How many veterans are in Maine?
Maine veterans make up 9.7% of state’s population, study finds
| Rank | State | Veteran Population |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | Virginia | 670,273 |
| 3 | Wyoming | 45,252 |
| 4 | Montana | 84,392 |
| 5 | Maine | 105,385 |
Is a VSO free?
Using a VSO to help file your claim is free of charge (barring any unusual expenses). Though they would certainly appreciate it, you do not have to be a member of the organization to use their services and becoming a member is not an expectation.
Should I file a VA claim by myself?
Do I need a lawyer? The initial filing of a claim is simple. You may file the appropriate forms yourself or get help from an accredited Veterans Service Officer who will likely work for a Veterans Service Organization or a State Veterans Service Office.
Should veterans use a VSO?
Do I have to use a VSO? No, you are not required to use a VSO. Veterans always have the option to prepare and file their own VA claim online for free at VA.gov.
