The VFW Department of Washington Service Division assists veterans, family members, and survivors with benefits and claims. Contact a Service Officer to discuss your needs and arrange assistance.
What we help with
- VA Disability Compensation
- VA Pension or Widows Pension
- Aid & Attendance
- Health Care Benefits
- Other Federal, State, or County benefits
What to bring to your first meeting
- DD214 or other separation papers for all periods of service
- Marriage certificate(s) and divorce decree(s)
- Birth records for each dependent child
- Any service medical records you have
- Current medical records showing diagnosis
- Medical records indicating service connection (in-service cause)
VFW Service Officer Locations
Call before visiting to confirm availability. The Fife schedule below matches the Department website footer; hours at other locations may differ.
Seattle Regional Office
Accredited Claims Consultant
915 2nd Ave #1044, Seattle, WA 98174
Walk-ins Mon–Fri 7:30–11:00 am / 12:30–2:30 pm
Fife Headquarters
Accredited Claims Consultant
5213 Pacific Highway East, Fife, WA 98424
| Day | Availability (Pacific Time) |
|---|---|
| Monday | Appointment only, 7 AM–4 PM |
| Tuesday | Walk-in, 9 AM–2 PM |
| Wednesday | Appointment only, 7 AM–4 PM |
| Thursday | Walk-in, 9 AM–2 PM |
| Friday | Administrative day, 7 AM–4 PM |
| Saturday–Sunday | Closed |
Appointments require advance scheduling. Walk-ins are first come, first served.
Department administration: 253-922-2114; Monday–Friday, 7 AM–3 PM. For claims assistance, use the Service Officer contact below.
Vancouver VA Hospital
Accredited Claims Consultant
1601 E 4th Plain Blvd, Bldg. 17, Ste A145, Vancouver, WA 98661
Seattle VA Hospital
Accredited Claims Consultant
1660 Columbian Way, Bldg. 1, Rm 108, Seattle, WA 98108
Yakima
Accredited Claims Consultant
1630 S 16th Ave, Suite 5, Yakima, WA 98902
Retsil — Port Orchard
Accredited Claims Consultant
1141 Beach Dr. East, Bldg. 10, Port Orchard, WA 98366
VFW Spokane
Accredited Claims Consultant
112 N University Rd, Bldg B, Spokane, WA 99206
Cheri Knox 509-798-1832 · cheri.knox@va.gov
Rita Hansard rita.hansard@va.gov
Monroe — VFW Post 7511
Accredited Claims Consultant
By appointment only
Yelm — Post 5580
Veteran Service Officer
16733 103rd Ave SE, Yelm, WA 98597
By appointment only
Division Leadership
Service Division Resources
Programs and links frequently used by our accredited staff to support veterans and families.
Housing programs
Other housing programs
- Washington State Veterans Downpayment Assistance Program (WSHFC)
- Washington Association of Realtors
- Rebuilding Together
- Washington State Property Tax Relief
- Federal VA Home Loans
- Federal VA Specially Adapted Housing (SAH/SHA)
- Federal VA Home Improvement & Structural Alterations (HISA)
- WA Sales Tax Exemption / Adapted Housing
- Tacoma/Pierce County Habitat for Humanity — Veterans
- WA Property Tax Rules (WAC/RCW References)
Counseling resources
Confidential counseling is available for veterans and families through state and federal programs.
- WDVA Counseling & Wellness (PTSD Program)
- Federal VA Vet Centers in Washington
- Readjustment Counseling
- Bereavement Counseling
- Military Sexual Trauma Counseling
- Substance Use Disorder Programs — Location Finder
- SAMHSA Treatment Locator
- VA Substance Use Resources
- ParkRx — Washington State Parks
- National Center for PTSD
- VA Community Provider Toolkit
- Coaching Into Care (resource hub)
- Veterans Crisis Line & Suicide Prevention
Federal VA medical centers
Resources and trauma information
- Veterans Training Support Center (VTSC)
- VA Community Provider Toolkit
- Coaching Into Care (info)
- VA Puget Sound Services
- Women’s Health Clinic — VA Puget Sound
- Women’s Military Sexual Trauma Program
- Summary of VA Services
- National Center for PTSD
- Giving Voice & Hope: Assistance for Women Veterans
For family members and military spouses
- Benefits for Family Members
- VA Caregiver Support Program
- County Veterans Assistance Programs (WA)
- RCW 73.16.010 — Preference in Public Employment
- Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC)
- Survivors & Dependents Education Benefits
- Spina Bifida Allowance
- Home Loan Guarantees
- Survivors Pension
- Burial Benefits
- Headstones and Markers
- Gold Star License Plate (WA DOL)
- Washington State: Exemptions & Deferrals
More veterans benefits (WA)
- Education & Training
- Employment
- Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program
- Financial Assistance
- Plates, passes, tax
- Reentry Program & Veterans Court
- Veterans Estate Management Program
- Veterans In-State Service Shared Leave Program
- Records
- Women Veterans
- Korean War Ambassador for Peace Medal
Need help now?
Veterans Crisis Line: dial 988, then press 1; text 838255; or chat online.
