How to Get Free Veteran Claims Help in Volusia County
Meet with an accredited county service counselor before filing or responding to a VA claim, appeal, pension, or survivor issue.
Start here
Call Volusia County Veterans Services for an appointment or walk-in: DeLand 386-740-5102, Deltona 386-775-5205, Daytona Beach 386-254-4646, or New Smyrna Beach 386-423-3324.
Walk-ins and appointments Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–noon and 1–5 p.m.; four county offices
See all office locationsWhat to have ready
- DD214 or separation papers
- VA letters, decisions, ratings, and claim number
- Service and medical records available
- Dependent, survivor, income, or expense records tied to the benefit
- Every deadline and envelope
Words you can use
“I need help with [claim, appeal, pension, survivor, or other benefit]. The next deadline is [date]. Which office should I visit, and what should I bring?”
Steps in order
- 1
State any appeal or response deadline first.
- 2
Bring complete decisions and prior filings.
- 3
Ask what the counselor will submit and what you must obtain.
- 4
Keep copies and submission confirmation.
If the first answer is no or wait
Do not miss a VA deadline while waiting. Follow the decision notice and ask for the earliest available accredited help.
Official sources
Sources checked August 9, 2026. Confirm eligibility, hours, cost, service area, and current availability directly.
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