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Physical Address:
200 E. Center Street
Madison, SD 57042
605-256-7612
Hours of Operation
8:00am - 4:30pm (CT), Monday and Tuesday
Coverage Area
Lake County
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Program Information

The County Veterans Service Officer assists veterans, dependents, and survivors by providing information, assistance, counseling, and referrals on a wide range of subject, benefits, and veteran programs. CVSO's are trained to provide information on the following topics:

  • Offers complete claims service and explanation of VA procedures.
  • Provides follow-up service once a decision has been made.
  • GI loans
  • Compensation and pension
  • Survivors benefits
  • Education benefits
  • On-the-job and apprenticeship training
  • State benefits
  • Social Security benefits
  • Employment and unemployment
  • Small business development information
  • Corrections of military records
  • Review of discharges
  • Medical and dental treatment
  • Hospitalization or outpatient treatment
  • Nursing home care
  • Residency at the State Veterans' Home
  • Rehabilitation
  • Information and payment assistance for alcoholism and drug dependency treatment
  • Burial benefits
  • Obtaining flags
  • Information on community programs

Veterans are encouraged to register their discharge information (DD Form 214, Report of Separation) with the County Registrar of Deeds Office.

Eligibility

Veterans, dependents, surviving spouse

Disabilities access

Accessible parking, route, entrance (North door), and restroom.

Required Documents

Call;DD214;and can assist in getting DD214's

Application Process

Please call to schedule an appointment.