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Detroit Regional Office

 

Local Events and Happenings

Introducing VERA Appointment Scheduler

Visitors seeking assistance from the Detroit Regional Office Public Contact Team are encouraged to schedule a virtual or in-person appointment on the Visitor Engagement Reporting Application (VERA). VERA is a self-service portal which allows visitors to schedule, reschedule and cancel appointments.

Please follow this link VERA-Home (site.com) to schedule an appointment. You will receive email confirmation of your appointment.

We continue to offer help online and by phone at 800-827-1000 toll-free for assistance.

  • Veterans and beneficiaries can continue to interact with the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) virtually for accessing benefits information online or when filing a disability claim online. You may also obtain more information on VA benefits and services online at www.va.gov.

Wayne County Veterans Services and Detroit VA PACT Act Open House  

Date:  Wednesday, September 27, 2023

Time:  7:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. (EST) 

Location:  John Dingell VA Medical Center, Multipurpose Room B1290, Detroit, MI 48226

Questions and answers about Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) related benefits/services.

Detroit VA Benefits Fair  

Date:  Thursday, September 28, 2023

Time:  3:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. (EST) 

Location:  Washington Life Center, 403 N. Mary Street, Marine City, MI 48039

Questions and answers about Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) related benefits/services.

Michigan Women's Expo 

Date:  Friday, September 29, 2023 through Sunday, October 1, 2023

Time:  8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (EST) 

Location:  Michigan Women's Expo, Suburban Collection Showplace Center, 46100 Grand River Avenue, Novi, MI 48374

Questions and answers about Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) related benefits/services.
 

MIU Men's Health Event 

Date:  Saturday, September 30, 2023

Time:  8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (EST) 

Location:  Ford Field Detroit, 2000 Brush Street, Detroit, MI 48226

Questions and answers about Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) related benefits/services.


No Veteran Left Behind 
 

Date:  Saturday, September 30, 2023

Time:  10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. (EST) / 10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. (EST) Check-in

Location:  Considine Little Rock Recreational Center, 8904 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI 48202

Join the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and Center for Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships (CFBNP) in collaboration with Help in the Midst of the Storm and Vestco Management as we host a collaborative in-person event with our partners to present information beneficial to Veterans, service members, caregivers, their families, and the general public about VA benefits, programs and services. This collaborative event is open to Veterans and their families, and our partners aimed at improving the lives of Veterans and military families.

Light breakfast and lunch will be served and the VA Mobile Van will be on-site.

For questions and/or special accommodations, please contact Trulesta Pauling at (202) 821-3848 or Lisa Wilson at (248) 991-7984.

Macomb Community College Veterans Outreach Event 

Date:  Tuesday, October 3, 2023

Time:  8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (EST) 

Location:  Macomb Community College, Lorenzo Cultural Center, 44575 Garfield Road, Clinton Township, MI 48038

Questions and answers about Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) related benefits/services.

Macomb Community College Veterans Outreach Event 

Date:  Thursday, October 5, 2023 

Time:  8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (EST) 

Location:  Macomb Community College South Campus, K Building, 14500 E. 12 Mile Road, Warren, MI 48088

Questions and answers about Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) related benefits/services.

Detroit VA PACT Act and Benefits Fair

Date:  Thursday, November 14, 2023

Time:  3:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. (EST) 

Location:  Faith Lutheran of Troy, 37635 Dequindre Road, Troy, MI 48083

Questions and answers about Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) related benefits/services.

 

Veteran Rapid Retraining Assistance Program (VRRAP)

On March 11, 2021, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) launched VRRAP for Veterans who have lost their jobs due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Veterans participating in VRRAP can receive education and training for high-demand occupations, which is determined by the Commissioner of Labor Statistics. Veterans will receive up to 12 months of tuition and fees and a monthly housing allowance based on Post-9/11 GI Bill rates. To learn more about VRRAP and how to apply for the program, Veterans can visit www.va.gov. Veterans can also contact the Education Call Center at 888-442-4551 between 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. EST, Monday-Friday to speak with a VA education representative. 

Office Information

Detroit Regional Office

477 Michigan Ave.
Detroit, MI 48226
Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm

Announcement

Announcement

Some regional offices have re-opened with limited hours and services. We may be screening visitors due to COVID-19. For your safety and convenience we continue to offer help online and by phone.

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