Dane County Veterans Service Office (CVSO)
Social Services
1709 Aberg Avenue, Suite 2, Madison, WI 53704 (608) 266-4158 www.danevets.comAbout
The Dane County Veterans Service Office (CVSO) in Madison, WI, is dedicated to advocating for and assisting Dane County veterans and their families in navigating and securing a wide array of local, state, and federal veterans benefits. Operating under Wis. Stat. § 48.50, the CVSO provides crucial support, from determining benefit eligibility to completing complex applications, ensuring veterans receive the entitlements they have earned. Their mission emphasizes customer service and compassionate engagement, recognizing that every veteran's story is unique.
The office boasts a team of eight dedicated, VA-accredited professionals, many of whom are veterans themselves, bringing firsthand understanding and expertise to their roles. They offer comprehensive assistance across numerous categories, including support for recently discharged veterans with health care enrollment and state benefits, aid for disabled veterans with compensation claims and appeals, and guidance for seniors on Wisconsin Veterans Homes and pensions. Additionally, the CVSO helps with education benefits like the GI Bill, home loan eligibility, various health benefits, and critical support during times of death, such as survivor's pensions and burial assistance.
Beyond direct benefit claims, the Dane County CVSO provides valuable "Other Services" like obtaining military records and awards, offering grave-care payments, and facilitating programs such as "Vets Ride With Pride" bus passes and referrals to affordable housing. Their accreditations with national organizations like the American Legion and Disabled American Veterans, alongside memberships in state and local veterans' associations, underscore their commitment to professional and effective advocacy for the veteran community.