| Pierce County is planning monthly workshops to help military veterans with their U.S. Veterans Affairs claims. The first workshop will be held on April 8 from 1 to 2 p.m. at the county’s Human Services Department, located in Tacoma at 3602 Pacific Ave., suite 200. Registration, which is required, and other information is available at piercecountywa.gov/vso. The events will continue on the second Tuesday of every month. Whether veterans are new to filing a claim or seeking to strengthen an existing one, the workshops are intended to ensure that they are being handled efffectively. invaluable insights into what the VA looks for and how to present a claim effectively, said County Executive Ryan Mello. |
| “Pierce County has and always will be a huge supporter of veterans. Our goal is to empower veterans by giving them the knowledge and resources they need to navigate the VA claims process with confidence,” Mello said. “The process can be overwhelming, especially with so many unknowns at the federal level, and we’re here to provide support every step of the way.” |
| Vets can meet one-on-one with an accredited veterans support officer and schedule followup appointments for continued support. |