VETERAN SERVICES OFFICER

 Certified Veteran Service Officer from the DAV at VFW Post 1679

VFW Post 1679 in Ventura, California is pleased to host certified Veteran Service Officer (VSO) support from the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) organization. The presence of a certified DAV VSO at Post 1679 expands access to professional claims assistance, benefits counseling, and referral services for veterans, dependents, and survivors in the Ventura community.

 

Charles (charlie) Foote is a certified DAV VSO is trained and accredited by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to represent claimants before the VA and to assist with the preparation, presentation, and prosecution of claims for VA benefits. These benefits include, but are not limited to:

  • Disability Compensation

  • Pension and Survivors’ Benefits

  • Service-Connected Compensation Appeals

  • Aid & Attendance / Housebound Benefits

  • Burial & Memorial Benefits

  • Education Benefits

  • Healthcare Enrollment and Eligibility Guidance

The DAV officer available at VFW Post 1679 provides personalized, one-on-one assistance. This service is free of charge to all veterans, their spouses, dependents, and survivors. Certified VSOs are bound by ethical standards and professional conduct, ensuring that claimants’ information is handled confidentially and that representation complies with current VA regulations and procedures.

 

Schedule and Location:
The DAV VSO services are offered regularly within the VFW Post facilities located at 3801 Market Street, Ventura, CA 93003. Appointments are scheduled on specific days and times that are posted at the Post and communicated through the Post’s leadership. Walk-in support may be available when the VSO is on site, but appointments are recommended to ensure adequate time and attention to individual cases.

 

Veterans may contact the VSO directly to determine the current schedule for the DAV VSO at Charle Foote (805) 421.9517.

 

The partnership between VFW Post 1679 and the DAV strengthens the network of veteran support in Ventura County by providing professional advocacy and claims expertise locally—eliminating the need for long travel to regional VA offices for many veterans. This on-site DAV VSO initiative enhances the Post’s mission to serve those who have served, ensuring that veterans receive accurate guidance and representation to secure the benefits they have earned.