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Veterans Service Bureau

Charles Burkes, Director

112 State St., 9th Floor
Albany, NY 12207

Office Hours
Monday–Friday
8:30am–4:30pm

If you would like to meet with
a Veterans Service Officer,
please call for an appointment.

Phone: (518) 447-7710
Fax: (518) 447-7714

veteransbureau@albanycounty.com 

 

 

Veterans Service Bureau Programs & Services

Use your down arrow or the scroll bar to read the list and summaries of the programs and services we offer. Click a title for additional information.


Honor A Veteran

The Honor A Veteran Program is a monthly event that honors deceased local veterans who have served in time of conflict.

 
Blind Annuity

New York State pays $1,100 annually to eligible blind veterans and eligible un-remarried spouses. The Albany County Veterans Bureau can help eligible men and women obtain this financial assistance.

 
Capital Region Stand-Down

The Annual Stand-Down is just one of the many efforts to provide services to homeless veterans.
Next Stand-Down: September 28, 2013.

 
Property Tax Exemptions for Veterans and Gold Star Parents

Eligible property owners applying for the first time must file an exemption application with their local assessor by March 1 to qualify in the current year.

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions (and their answers!) about veterans services.