Veterans & Family Member Benefits

• VA Health Care
• VA Educational Benefits
• VA Compensation and Pension
• VA Home Loans
• VA Life Insurance
• Veteran's Housing and Homelessness Support
• CHAMPVA Health Benefits for Dependents & Survivors
• Death Benefits, Burial and Memorial Benefits
• Survivor's Pension and Compensation Benefits
• Tricare Health Insurance for Military and Dependents
• Dental, Optical and Special Needs Grants 
• Military Records Requests (including DD 214 or equivalent)
• Individual and Group Mental Health 
  • Linkvet Support
  • Veteran Crisis line
  • Mental Health 

For more information or assistance with navigating VA benefits and services, contact:

Lyon County Veteran Services
(507) 537-6729

Need a Ride to your VA Appointments?

The Lyon County Veterans Van is now traveling to the following locations:

• Sioux Falls VA Hospital (Every Tuesday and Wednesday)
• Saint Cloud VA Hospital (1st and 3rd Mondays)
• Montevideo VA Clinic (2nd and 3rd Mondays)

Arrange your ride in advance by calling (507) 537-6729.

Additional Links

• Home Improvement and Structural Alteration Grants
• Housing Grants for Disabled Veterans
• Educational Assistance
• Gulf War Veteran Information
• Minnesota Property Tax Exclusion
• Minnesota Military Retired Pay Subtraction
• VA Choice Program Overview
• Non-VA Emergency Care
• Veterans Justice Program
• Tips on Giving to Charity and Avoiding Scams
• VA Dental Insurance Program
• Caregiver Support
• Tax Credit For Military Service in a Combat Zone
• Camp Lejeune Family Member Program
• Other VA Benefits Factsheets

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