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Transportation (to and from) Your Medical Appointment
If you need a ride to and from your medical appointment in Portland or Beaverton, please contact the Volunteer Transportation Network (VTN). All rides must be scheduled at least 4 business days in advance.
Disabled American Veteran (DAV) vans are NOT wheelchair accessible and are not equipped to carry oxygen canisters larger than can be carried in a sling or backpack. DAV riders MUST be able to access/egress vehicles without any assistance.
Phone: (503) 721-7804
Are you a veteran in crisis or concerned about one?
Connect with the Veterans Crisis Line to reach caring, qualified responders with the Department of Veterans Affairs. Many of them are veterans themselves.
- Call: 9-8-8 then press 1
- Text: 838255
- Chat: Connect online
- Support for Deaf and Hard of Hearing: Learn more
This free support is confidential and available every day (24/7) and serves all veterans, all service members, National Guard and Reserve, and their family members and friends.
What is a Veteran Services Officer?
A Veteran Services Officer (VSO) is a trained, accredited professional who helps veterans, their dependents, and survivors navigate Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) systems. These services are provided at no cost and include benefits counseling, assistance with claims and related forms, and advocacy throughout the claims process. VSOs also help clients understand and respond to VA decisions to ensure they receive the benefits for which they are eligible.
In addition, VSOs connect veterans, dependents, and survivors with appropriate resources beyond the VA, including social services, Department of Defense programs, healthcare, housing assistance, disability services, and records support—tailored to each individual’s needs.
Scheduling an Appointment
Appointments are held in person, Monday through Friday. Walk-in clients may be able to receive help if there is time available, but it is best to make an appointment. This is to ensure adequate time is being spent with every veteran and their claim.
We can assist the veteran or family member with applying for benefits through the Federal and Oregon Departments of Veteran Affairs. This includes service-connected disabilities, non-service-connected pensions, healthcare applications, education, and appeals. We can also assist in in requesting service treatment records, official military personnel files, and discharge documents.
The merits of every case are unique. We are here to advocate for you by helping determine if you are eligible for a given benefit and claiming the benefits for which you are eligible.
Contact our office at 971-308-1045 or through the below web form to schedule an appointment. If you have a time sensitive issue, please let us know so we can work to avoid missing any deadlines.
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Clatsop County Veteran Service Officer Location and Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday
9:00am - 3:00pm
Clatsop Community College
Student Services Building
1717 Lexington Ave
Astoria, OR 97103
Appointments are typically conducted at the Clatsop Community College Veteran Service Office, but may be adjusted to meet the needs of the veteran.