Department of Veterans' Services
Data Current as of: 9/11/2013
Web Site:
www.mass.gov/veterans
Mission:
The mission of the Department of Veterans' Services (DVS) is to act as the chief advocate for the nearly 400,000 Commonwealth veterans and their families. We do this by: helping veterans navigate available federal, state and local programs and benefits and other resources; serving as a clearinghouse of information for veterans and their families; coordinating veterans services across state agencies and local governments; developing innovative, flexible programming and outreach to address veterans' needs; providing individualized support and interventions where necessary; providing leadership and proactively responding to systematic issues and policies that impact veterans and their families; and providing a dignified resting place for fallen heroes.
Governing Laws:
Statutes
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MGL C. 115 S. 1-15
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Veterans' Benefits
Regulations
- 108 CMR
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Department of Veterans' Services