The County Veterans Service Officer (CVSO) assists veterans, dependents, and survivors by providing information, assistance, counseling, and referrals on a wide range of subjects, benefits, and veteran programs. CVSO's are trained to provide information on the following topics: - Transportation assistance to VA Appointments - Offers complete claims service and explanation of VA procedures - Provides follow-up service once a decision has been made - GI loans - Compensation and pension - Survivors benefits - Education benefits - On-the-job and apprenticeship training - State benefits - Social Security benefits - Employment and unemployment - Small business development information - Corrections of military records - Review of discharges - Medical and dental treatment - Hospitalization or outpatient treatment - Nursing home care - Residency at the State Veterans' Home - Rehabilitation - Information and payment assistance for alcoholism and drug dependency treatment - Burial benefits - Obtaining flags - Information on community programs Veterans are encouraged to register their discharge information (DD Form 214, Report of Separation) with the County Registrar of Deeds Office.