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​Support and Resources for Veterans 

If you are experiencing a medical emergency, please contact 9-1-1 immediately.  ​


Resources

The Pacific County Health and Human Services Department has acquired Vet Pro software to assist the Veteran’s Service Officer (VSO) in submitting claims to the VA electronically. Click HERE for more info

Pacific County Veteran's Service Officer
Bryson Rectenwald 
brecetenwald@co.pacific.wa.us
(971) 704-4757

Pacific County Veterans Services
The Board of County Commissioners have adopted Policies and Procedures for the Veterans Assistance Fund Program offering temporary financial assistance. Assistance can be provided with rent/mortgage, utilities, transportation (such as bus tickets), food and burial/cremation.

Honorably Discharged Veterans must meet all eligibility requirements in order to receive assistance. 

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For questions, or to submit your applicable, please contact Bryson Rectenwald - brecetenwald@co.pacific.wa.us
(971) 704-4757
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American Legion Post 48- Ilwaco
Available for services by appointment only.
Please contact Teresa Bryan
(360) 642-2041
tjbryan0602@gmail.com 

Veterans Crisis Line
 1-800-273-8255

​National Call Center for Homeless Veterans
1-877-424-3838

Center for Women Veterans
1-202-461-6193

Women Veterans Call Center (WVCC)
1-855-829-6636

Portland Vet Center
1-503-688-5361

PTSD Clinical Team (PCT) Outpatient
1-503-220-8262 X 33899

VA benefits hotline
1-800-827-1000

GI Bill Hotline
1-888-442-4551

eBenefits technical support
1-800-983-0937

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I need help applying for VA disability

Many veterans are eligible to receive low cost or no cost healthcare from the VA depending on length of service, existence and severity service connected disabilities, and income.  Veterans that are unemployed or under employed are encouraged to apply as they may now be eligible, even if they are still insured.
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  • Bryson Rectenwald - Pacific County Veteran's Service Officer
    • brecetenwald@co.pacific.wa.us
    • (971) 704-4757

How can I apply for the Veteran Relief Fund? 
  • Policies & Procedures
  • Application for Assistance 
For questions, or to submit your applicable, please contact Bryson Rectenwald - brecetenwald@co.pacific.wa.us
(971) 704-4757

I need help with rent. 

Where can I find information on VA pension benefits?
  • Bryson Rectenwald - Pacific County Veteran's Service Officer
    • brecetenwald@co.pacific.wa.us
    • (971) 704-4757


​Where can I find the latest information on WDVA Veterans Homes and Offices?

I need information on maintaining my VA healthcare
  • VA Healthcare Information 
  • COVID-19 FAQ
  • Bryson Rectenwald - Pacific County Veteran's Service Officer
    • brecetenwald@co.pacific.wa.us
    • (971) 704-4757
For suggestions or changes to this page, please contact:
Emily Singharath, Public Health Educator - esingharath@co.pacific.wa.us​​​
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