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At this time of Thanksgiving we pause to count our blessings, one of which is the freedom of this great country in which we live.
From VBA, our best wishes for a Happy Thanksgiving.
You're invited to share your story or the story of a Veteran close to you! We want to hear about your service in the military, achievements, families, the transition to civilian, and your life as a Veteran. Send us your stories and pictures to be featured as a daily Veteran tribute in November in celebration of Veterans Month!
Local Events and Happenings
BUFFALO REGIONAL OFFICE UPDATE – March 19, 2020
The Buffalo Regional Office will be closed to the public starting March 19, 2020. The Regional Office will remain open, but will no longer accept walk-ins for claims assistance, scheduled appointments, counseling and other in-person services. This decision protects our older Veterans and those with underlying conditions as well as our employees. Veterans can continue to get information about benefits or file claim for benefits by visiting our website at www.va.gov. Veterans with claims specific or other questions may request information via Inquiry Routing & Information System (IRIS) at https://iris.custhelp.va.gov/ or telephone at 1-800-827-1000.Inside Veterans Benefits
Tele-Townhall with the Under Secretary
Join us for live tele-townhalls scheduled to accomodate all our Veterans across the country.
Our Response to COVID-19
We appreciate your patience as we continue to work with you during this time of crisis. View VBA COVID-19 response, updated regularly.
Are you an Alaska Native Vietnam-era Veteran?
You may be entitled to a Native allotment selection, if you are an Alaska Native Vietnam Veteran who served between 1964 and 1971, AND have not received a Native allotment, OR are an heir to someone who meets the above criteria. For more information, visit the Bureau of Land Management web site or read their flyer.
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