This page provides links to helpful resources, services, and benefits for veterans and their families. Whether you are looking for assistance with benefits, tax relief, local support organizations, or someone to talk to, the resources below are a good place to start.

Property Tax Relief for Disabled Veterans

Veterans who meet the eligibility requirements may qualify for a full exemption from property taxes on their primary residence.

👉 Affidavit for Disabled Veterans Exemption (Form 5107)

This form must be filed with the local assessing office. Veterans may wish to work with a Veterans Service Officer for assistance completing the application.

Veterans Service Offices

Montmorency County Veterans’ Service Office

Provides assistance with VA benefits, claims, disability compensation, pensions, survivor benefits, and other veteran-related services. This office can help guide veterans through the application process and answer benefit-related questions.

👉 https://www.montcounty.org/veterans.html

Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency (MVAA)

The MVAA connects veterans, service members, and their families with benefits, resources, and support services available at the state and federal level.

👉 https://www.michigan.gov/mvaa

Crisis & Mental Health Support

Veterans Crisis Line

Confidential support is available 24/7 for veterans and their loved ones. You do not need to be enrolled in VA benefits to call.

👉 https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/

📞 Call 988, then press 1

💬 Text 838255

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call 911.

Local Veterans Organizations

American Legion Post 198 – Lewiston

A local veterans organization offering camaraderie, community involvement, advocacy, and support for veterans and their families.

👉 https://lewistonmilegion198.org/

Additional Resources

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)

General information on federal benefits, healthcare, education (GI Bill), and home loans

https://www.va.gov/

VA Health Care Enrollment

https://www.va.gov/health-care/how-to-apply/

Michigan Veterans Trust Fund

Emergency financial assistance for eligible Michigan veterans

https://www.michigan.gov/mvtf

Burial & Cemetery Benefits (VA)

https://www.va.gov/burials-memorials/