 | Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs Veteran Service Office
Machesney Park Armory
10451 N. 2nd St., Rm. 158
Machesney Park, IL 61115
8:00-4:30 Daily
815-633-5875 |
| | Illinois Veterans Care Illinois offers health insurance to veterans who do not qualify for VA health care. There is a small premium based on income. Check this site out to see if you might be eligible. |
| | Presidential Memorial Certificates
A Presidential Memorial Certificate (PMC) is an engraved paper certificate, signed by the current President, to honor the memory of honorably discharged deceased veterans. Click here to read more or download an application. |
| | Project VetAssist Veteran Assistance for the VA Improved Pension benefits. This website provides forms and step-by-step advice for vets or their survivors. |
| | Military Service Records, including medals, can be requested here. |
| | Veterans' Benefits, including the bonus for service in World War II, Korean, Vietnam and Persian Gulf Conflicts |
| | VFW Illinois State Headquarters |
| | VFW National Headquarters |
| | VFW Illinois State Ladies' Auxiliary Headquarters |
| | VFW National Ladies' Auxiliary Headquarters |
| | Dana Brinkmeier, Veteran Employment Representative, Illinois Department of Employment Security (E-Mail) |
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 | Link to the WWII diary of Robert Alderman, a now deceased, longtime member of VFW Post 1461. This was transcribed and posted on the web by his son, Richard.
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| | TurboTAP - Help for vets returning from Iraq and Afghanistan to find jobs. |