- Are you affiliated with the Veterans Administration (VA)?
No. The Veterans Outreach Center, Inc. is a community-based not-for-profit
agency located in Rochester, NY. You can contact the U.S. Department
of Veterans Affairs at www.va.gov.
- How can I get a copy of my military discharge papers (DD214)?
Visit our Resource Center office - our staff will help you complete
the necessary paper work.
Once your discharge papers have been located, they will be sent to
our office.
- Who should I contact regarding:
- upgrading my discharge status
- disability claim benefits
- GI loan benefits (education and home loans)
- obtaining medals for myself or a family member
- burial benefits
The Veterans Outreach Center houses representatives from the NYS Division
of Veterans’ Affairs. You may contact them directly at (585)
546-4510.
- Where can I receive medical treatment through the VA in the Greater
Rochester area?
The VA (Rochester Outpatient) Clinic is located at 465 Westfall Road,
Rochester, NY, (585) 463-2600.
Other area VA Medical Centers are:
- Batavia Medical Center (585) 343-7500
- Bath Medical Center (607) 664-2111
- Buffalo Medical Center (800) 532-8387
- Canandaigua Medical Center (585) 394-2000
- Syracuse Medical Center (315) 425-4400
- Does the Veterans Outreach Center accept items for donation such
as clothing, furniture, appliances, and automobiles?
No. We direct all donations to the Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA),
Chapter 20 Thrift Store, located at 1199 E. Main Street, Rochester,
NY.
Please call (585) 482-8036 to donate clothing and/or household
goods or to donate a vehicle, call (585) 224-8484. VVA Chapter 20
generously supports our programs and services.
- Do you assist veterans with obtaining housing, furniture and/or
food?
Yes. Our Case Managers can refer you to the appropriate agency or
organization for assistance with these issues. Please contact us at
(585) 546-1081.
- Does VOC offer assistance in employment and training?
Yes. Contact our Resource Center at (585) 546-4250 to register for
services such as employment placement and/or vocational and computer
training.
- Where can I purchase flags, flagpoles, banners, or other patriotic
items?
Visit our STARS & STRIPES The Flag Store located at 455 South
Avenue, Rochester, NY. You can contact us at (585) 546-FLAG (3524)
or visit our website at www.eflagstore.com. All proceeds from the sales
support our programs and services for veterans and their family members.
- Can I make a donation in memory of a veteran?
Yes. Many veterans are remembered through donations from friends or
family members. We rely on the generosity of the community for maintaining
programs and services for all veterans.
- Do you have volunteer opportunities?
Yes. Our annual Flag Day Campaign (June 14th) relies on the support
of volunteers, either individuals or groups, to distribute hand-held
flags and pins in exchange for contributions to support our programs
and services. For more information, contact us at (585) 546-1081. Additionally,
our Veterans Community Technology Center utilizes volunteers to teach
computer classes and/or monitor our computer lab. For more information,
contact our Resource Center at
(585) 546-4250.
- Where are you located in Rochester?
Veterans Outreach Center, Inc. is located at 459 South Avenue, Rochester,
NY 14620. Please click on www.mapquest.com for directions.
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