An agency official providing a veterans-services update at the Monterey County briefing described recent outreach, benefit-recovery work and planned Memorial Day observances.
The official said the veterans program served 3,358 unique veterans and described activities to help service members access benefits. The speaker said the office had filed claims and pursued benefit recovery on behalf of veterans; during the briefing the speaker characterized recoveries as substantial.
Speakers also discussed Memorial Day events, including a flag ceremony and observances at local cemeteries and the veterans memorial building, and noted partnerships with American Legion posts and community groups that assist with outreach and ceremonies.
The county briefing encouraged families and residents to participate in Memorial Day observances and to contact county veterans services if they need assistance. The agency official invited residents to reach out to the office by phone or email for support with veteran benefits and Memorial Day information.
Next steps: county veterans services will continue Memorial Day outreach and coordinate with local veterans organizations on ceremonies and support.