Ohio Department of Veterans Services

Ohio Department of Veterans Services MISSION:
Empowering veterans and their families to thrive through commitment, compassion, and community. OUR VISION:
The Trusted Voice for Veterans. S.
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VISION:
To be the premier state for veterans, military & their families to live, work, and thrive. The Ohio Department of Veterans Services has a wide range of responsibilities, including those defined in section 5902.02 of the Ohio Revised Code (O.R.C.).
> Advise the Governor on the state of veterans' affairs in Ohio and work as a liaison with other levels of government agencies.
> Operational

oversight of the 88 County Veterans Service Offices.
> Training, certification and accreditation of more than 600 county veterans service officers, commissioners and staff.
> Monitors the federal money that comes into the State of Ohio from the U. Department of Veterans Affairs.
> Address the issues and concerns of more than 70 Veterans Service Organizations.
> Custodian of 1.7 million records of Ohio veterans who served in WWII, Korea, Vietnam, and OIF/OEF.
> Oversight of the laws in the O.R.C. 5901.
> Partners with the U. Department of Veterans Affairs on program development, implementation and operations.
> Administrative agent of The Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame.
> Legislative agent for the Office of the Governor regarding any legislation relating to Ohio veterans and their needs.
> Oversight of the Ohio Veterans Plaza.

Each day at sunset, as part of the ODVS Ohio Taps Project, we pay tribute to an Ohioan who died while serving our countr...
06/13/2026

Each day at sunset, as part of the ODVS Ohio Taps Project, we pay tribute to an Ohioan who died while serving our country.

Tonight, we salute Army Private Raymond J Andrechik from Youngstown, who tragically lost his life , June 12, 1944 in Normandy, France.

Today, our Ohio Veterans Homes (OVH) Superintendent, Kaitlin Stokes, had the honor of speaking at the Annual Disabled Am...
06/12/2026

Today, our Ohio Veterans Homes (OVH) Superintendent, Kaitlin Stokes, had the honor of speaking at the Annual Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Department of Ohio Convention. She addressed questions from attendees about the Ohio Veterans Homes and shared how planned improvements will strengthen the care, dignity, and quality of life we provide to Ohio’s veterans.

We’re grateful for the partnership and engagement of the DAV community as we work together to build a stronger future for those who served. Superintendent Stokes’ leadership and commitment continue to move our mission forward, and we’re excited for what’s ahead.

Learn more about OVH here: https://dvs.ohio.gov/veterans-homes

In 2019, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed Senate Bill 77, designating June 12 as Women Veterans Day in Ohio. And today, ...
06/12/2026

In 2019, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed Senate Bill 77, designating June 12 as Women Veterans Day in Ohio. And today, we proudly honor the courage, service, and sacrifice of the more than 67,000 women veterans who call Ohio home.

Women have served in every era of our nation’s history, often quietly, often without recognition, but always with unwavering strength and commitment.

From the nurses and codebreakers of WWII, to the trailblazers who broke barriers in combat roles, to the women leading today’s military with excellence: you are a vital part of our nation’s story.

To all Ohio women veterans:
Thank you for your service. Thank you for your leadership. And thank you for paving the way for future generations.

Happy Women Veterans Day.

Learn more about how the Ohio Department of Veterans Services is dedicated to ensuring that every woman who served is seen, respected, and supported. https://dvs.ohio.gov/resources-for-veterans/women-veterans.

Each day at sunset, as part of the ODVS Ohio Taps Project, we pay tribute to an Ohioan who died while serving our countr...
06/12/2026

Each day at sunset, as part of the ODVS Ohio Taps Project, we pay tribute to an Ohioan who died while serving our country.

Tonight, we salute Army Private First Class Henry W. Wolf of Cleveland, who died in Germany on June, 11, 1945, during World War II.

Today is National Career Nursing Assistants Day. Here at ODVS, we celebrate the hundreds of dedicated Ohioans at our two...
06/11/2026

Today is National Career Nursing Assistants Day. Here at ODVS, we celebrate the hundreds of dedicated Ohioans at our two Ohio Veterans Homes who have chosen to make caring their career! Thank you for all that you do.

If you are interested in joining their ranks, please reach out to Hailey at 419-625-2454 ([email protected]) for the Sandusky Veterans Home or Stephanie at 937-483-5814 ([email protected]) at our Georgetown Veterans Home.

The Military Injury Relief Fund grants a one-time, tax-exempt monetary payment to military service members injured in ac...
06/11/2026

The Military Injury Relief Fund grants a one-time, tax-exempt monetary payment to military service members injured in active service as a member of the Armed Forces of the United States serving after Oct. 7, 2001, and to individuals diagnosed with post-traumatic stress while serving after Oct. 7, 2001. To complete an application or answer questions about MIRF, head to https://dvs.ohio.gov/veteran-benefits/benefits-resources/military-injury-relief-fund.

Each day at sunset, as part of the ODVS Ohio Taps Project, we pay tribute to an Ohioan who died while serving our countr...
06/11/2026

Each day at sunset, as part of the ODVS Ohio Taps Project, we pay tribute to an Ohioan who died while serving our country.

Tonight, we salute Air Force Airman 1st Class Eric M. Barnes from Lorain, who tragically lost his life on June 10, 2007, as result of an improvised explosive device attack on an Air Force convoy about 100 miles south of Baghdad.

Yesterday ODVS Director Harris was honored to participate in a panel discussion at the 3rd annual Military-Connected Stu...
06/10/2026

Yesterday ODVS Director Harris was honored to participate in a panel discussion at the 3rd annual Military-Connected Student Symposium at the Ohio Statehouse. The symposium, sponsored by the Inter-University Council of Ohio (IUC), focused on building pathways to ensure that active-duty, veteran, and military-connected students thrive both in the classroom and in the modern workforce. You can catch a replay of the event on the Ohio Channel at https://www.ohiochannel.org/programs/ohio-channel-presents-6-9-2026-iucs-military-connected-student-symposium.

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77 S High Street, Fl 7th
Columbus, OH
43215

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+16146440898

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