03/30/2023
PACT Act event March 4th ... The Veterans Administration presentation was a great success for 75 people in our community who learned about the expansion of benefits for both veterans and surviving spouses / children. Julie Patton, our presenter, provided an overview of the legislation which can be found at < VA.gov/PACT > A significant number of participants took advantage of the opportunity to speak directly with one of the claims officers to file initial claims or follow-up on previous submissions. Refreshments for those in attendance were provided by Southern Foods of Greensboro. Two local TV stations highlighted the event in their newscasts.
Veterans who would like to speak with someone from the Winston-Salem VA Regional office can visit Monday through Thursday from 8am to 4pm, and Fridays 9am to 4pm. No appointment is necessary. Veterans and dependents can also schedule a phone call from a Winston-Salem representative to assist with claim questions by logging on at VERA - Home (force.com)
The PACT Act is a new law that expands VA health care and benefits for Veterans exposed to burn pits, Agent Orange, and other toxic substances. The PACT Act adds to the list of health conditions that we assume (or “presume”) are caused by exposure to these substances. This law helps us provide g...
