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Executive Office of Veterans Services (EOVS)

Our mission is to provide the highest quality programs, benefits, and advocacy to Massachusetts veterans alongside federal and local partners.

Honorably Serving Those Who Served Us.

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Massachussetts Veterans Benefits 
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Learn About Veteran Programs 
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Find Your Local Veterans Service Officer 
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Veterans Homes — Long-Term Care 

Eligibility and Service Requirements

To qualify for programs, you must meet the eligibility criteria set by the Commonwealth. Click below to view the requirements.

Service Requirements and Exceptions 

The"Many Faces of Veterans" Exhibit

Discover the “Many Faces of Veterans", a photograph essay exhibit that celebrates the diverse backgrounds and contributions of veterans in Massachusetts and the nation. Join the exhibit at the State House or click the link below to read about the multifaceted veteran community.

Read Their Stories 

EOVS Departments

The Executive Office of Veterans Services oversees the Commonwealth's Veterans Homes, formerly Soldiers' Homes, in Chelsea and Holyoke, which eligible veterans can apply to for long term care.

Massachusetts Veterans Homes  Massachusetts Veterans Memorials and Cemeteries  MASSVETS Financial Benefits  Massachusetts Veteran Benefits  Massachusetts Veteran Programs 

Councils and Committees

Veterans Equality Review Board  Veterans Homes Council  Veterans Reintegration Advisory Committee   Governor's Advisory Council on Veterans Services  Board of Trustees — Chelsea  Board of Trustees — Holyoke 

US Department of Veteran Affairs Resources

Need to make a change to your address or request a new DD214 form? Follow the links below to the US Department of Veteran Affairs to make a request.

Request your military service records (including DD214)  National Archive of Historical Military Records  Apply for a Discharge Upgrade for Federal Benefits 

Recent news & announcements

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Contact us

Address

600 Washington Street, 7th Floor, Boston, MA 02111
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100 Cambridge Street , 14th Floor, Boston, MA 02114
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Phone

General phone number (617) 210-5480

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Fax

(617) 210-5755
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