The Veterans
Services Department provides information, assistance and
referral services to veterans and their dependents, assessing
clients' eligibility for benefits, processing applications and
preparing reports as required by the Town and State.
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Implements the
provisions of MGL Chapter 115, administering benefits,
assisting veterans in preparing applications for assistance,
interviews veterans and dependents and counsels them on
appropriate services and agencies available to them.
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Performs outreach and
marketing duties to inform veterans and their spouses of the
benefits available to them.
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Makes determinations
on the amount of aid to be allowed in each case, based on
eligibility standards and budget standards.
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Provides information
and assistance benefits, housing, job search, alcohol and
drug rehabilitation services.
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Investigates the
financial, employment, medical and related conditions of
veterans and their dependents to determine extent of
requested assistance.
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