Veterans Service

Overview

County Veterans Service Officer
Eugene D. Graff
Veterans Service Officer

The Sherburne County Veterans Service Office provides guidance and assistance to veterans, their dependents and survivors in applying for veterans benefits provided by the State of Minnesota and the United States Department of Veterans Affairs.

In addition we provide transportation to the Minneapolis and St. Cloud VA medical centers to those in need of this service. We also provide referrals to a variety of other public and private programs and work closely with veterans organizations concerning programs & changes.

Upcoming Events
  • Old Glory Run/Walk PDF
    May 18, 2013
    Cold Spring Baseball Park
    Cold Spring, Minnesota

    Opening Ceremony - 9:45 A.M.
    5K Run/Walk- 10:00 A.M.
    1K Kids Fun Run - 11:00 A.M.
    Awards Ceremony - 11:30 A.M.
    Lunch and Beverages

    Join us for the 6th annual event as a participant, volunteer or spectator.

    Proceeds to benefit MN Disabled American Veterans.

    Please see attached for sponsorship opportunities, registration form and contact information. Same day registration will not be offered.

    www.THEOLDGLORYRUN.com

  • Military Appreciation Event PDF
    June 1, 2013
    10:00 A.M. - Noon

    Stearns History Museum
    235 - 33rd Avenue South
    St. Cloud, Minnesota 56301
    320-253-8424
    info@stearns-museum.org.

    We Love Our Soldiers (Present and Past)

    Tours of the museum, root beer floats, and an outdoor scavenger hunt on the plaza (or indoors in the gallery if it rains).

    Everyone welcome!

    Free for active duty military, veterans and their families, as well as members of the Stearns History Museum.

    All others: $5 for adults and $2 for children.

  • MN Military Teen Summit PDF
    June 23, 2013 - June 25, 2013
    Hidden Heroes:
    You Don't Have to Be Super to Be a Hero

    Who: Military Connected Teens ages 13 to 18 years old

    Location: Hotel in the North Metro Area

    Service Members are our nation's visible heroes, but what about the hidden heroes who stand behind them? The Minnesota Military Teen Panel believes that our military teens are heroes too!

    A national speaker will kick off this year's Summit, where teens will attend leadership workshops, while connecting with other teens who family members are in the military.

    Open to the first 50 teens.

    OMK Program Fee: $20/youth.
    Please see attached for request for waiver of fee.

    Registration Due June 5th.
    MN Military Teen Summit Registration Form PDF

  • Speak Out for Military Kids (SOMK) Retreat PDF
    July 21, 2013 - July 23, 2013
    SAVE THE DATES!

    WHO: Youth who have completed 6th - 11th grade at the time of retreat

    WHAT: Speak out for Military Kids (SOMK) Retreat

    WHERE: Elk River Holiday Inn & Wild Woods Water Park

    WHEN: Sunday, July 21 at 6:00 PM - Tuesday, July 23 at 5:30 PM, 2013

    WHY: To meet other young people, help tell others about what military families go through during mobilization and deployment and HAVE FUN!

    PRICE: $15 program fee. Please see attached for requirements to request a fee waiver and for additional information regarding the retreat.

    All registration forms must be returned by noon on Monday, July 1st and space is limited to 20 participants.

What's New:
  • Free Legal Assistance For Sherburne Residents PDF

    Sherburne County Law Library
    Sherburne County Government Center
    13880 Highway 10
    Elk River, MN 55330
    763-765-4800
    Contact: John McCooley
    The Sherburne County Law Library is expanding its service for the citizens of Sherburne County. Beginning in May 2011, residents who want to meet with an attorney for a free consultation will be able to do so.

    Please see attached for dates and times of this expanded service.

  • Military Kids Toolkit PDF

    SUPPORT MILITARY CHILDREN IN YOUR SCHOOL

    The Military Kids Toolkit is an electronic kit that includes the "Military Kids: Peer Support Initiative" curriculum, website links and training.

    You can help your students with the tools available to support military children in your schools.

    The Military Kids Toolkit is free.

  • Minnesota DAV Donor Connection Program PDF

    The Disabled American Veterans of Minnesota has established the Donor Connect Program to connect veterans and their families in need of used durable medical equipment with medical equipment donors. The goal of the program is to build better lives for all Minnesota veterans and/or family members.

    The Donor Connect Program Manager can be reached at (651) 210-1161 or e-mail g.falkowski@charter.net

  • Veterans' Law Clinic PDF

    FREE LEGAL CONSULTATION FOR VETERANS

    Family Law, Child Support, Employment, Social Security, Housing
    Not for Criminal Issues

    Schedule or Walk-in
    Contact Central Minnesota Legal Services
    Telephone: 320-253-0138
    Toll Free: 1-800-622-7773

    Clinic Dates: 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the Month
    Clinic Times: 12:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M.
    Clinic Location: St. Cloud VA HCS, Building T-100

  • Summer Golf Instruction PDF

    All applicants must receive care from the St. Cloud VA Health Care System

    Women's Sessions:
    Every Thursday May 16th - June 20th @ 4:30 - 6:30
    Every Thursday July 18th - August 22nd @ 4:30 - 6:30

    Men's Lessons:
    Every Tuesday May 14th - June 18th @ 4:30 - 6:30
    Every Tuesday July 16th - August 20th @ 4:30 - 6:30

    Questions concerning these classes should be directed to:
    Brett Jagodzinski (320) 252-1670 Ext 6663

Veterans Service Contact:

Sherburne County Govt Center
ATTN: Veterans Service
13880 Business Center Dr NW
Elk River, MN 55330-1692

Office Location & Hours

Phone: 763-765-3100
800-433-5243
Fax: 763-765-3124
veterans@co.sherburne.mn.us

    Outreach Satellite Offices:
  • Wednesdays, 9:00am-1:00pm
    Public Safety Building
    27650 - 5th St W
    Zimmerman, MN 55398

  • Thursdays, 1:00am-4:00pm
    Sherburne History Center
    10775 - 27th Ave SE
    Becker, MN 55308