Dorchester County Veterans Affairs

07/16/2026

📢 Attention South Carolina Veterans and Families!
The Veterans Experience Action Center (VEAC) is coming to Ladson this September. This is a completely free, one-stop event to get face-to-face, personal help with your VA benefits, housing resources, and healthcare enrollment.
🗓️ When:
• Thursday, Sept 10 & Friday, Sept 11 (9:00 AM – 3:00 PM)
• Saturday, Sept 12 (9:00 AM – 2:00 PM)
📍 Where:
Exchange Park, 9850 Highway 78, Ladson, SC 29456
🛠️ What’s available:
• On-site VA disability & pension claims filing assistance
• On-site Compensation & Pension (C&P) exams for eligible veterans
• Direct healthcare enrollment with the VHA
• Mental health resources, Vet Center services, and employment support
All veterans, caregivers, and family members are welcome. Please share this to make sure the veterans in our community get the benefits and support they earned!

07/05/2026

Planning ahead brings peace of mind to your loved ones. 🕊️

Check out the Ralph H. Johnson VA Health Care System's upcoming Legacy Planning Seminar. This vital session covers healthcare power of attorney, end-of-life planning, and maximizing your VA burial benefits. Attendance is available both in person and virtually.
👉 Be sure to register!

Planning ahead can bring peace of mind for Veterans and their loved ones.

Join the Ralph H. Johnson VA Health Care System for Legacy Planning: Finding Peace at the Journey’s End on Tuesday, July 14, from 1–2 p.m. in the main auditorium!

This session will help Veterans, family members, caregivers and community partners better understand important topics such as health care power of attorney, durable power of attorney, end-of-life planning, burial benefits and how to make final wishes known.

A virtual option is also available through Microsoft Teams. To join virtually or ask questions, contact Alexis Donahue at [email protected] or 843-577-5011 ext. 206056.

07/01/2026

Traveling soon? 🛫 Eligible disabled veterans can now skip the long security lines with free TSA PreCheck enrollment, thanks to the VETS Safe Travel Act! If you have a qualifying service-connected disability and are enrolled in VA healthcare, the standard application fee is completely waived. Check out the link below to find out how and streamline your next flight! 👇

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06/26/2026

Did you know you have a legal right to timely healthcare? 🏥
Under the VA’s designated access standards, the VA must provide you with an appointment within 20 days for primary care and 28 days for specialty care from your request date. If they cannot meet these timelines, you could get a referral to a local provider in your own community. Know your rights and get the timely care you deserve. See the flier below. ➡️

Are you eligible for Community Care?

Community Care may be an option for eligible Veterans when VA cannot provide the care they need in a way that meets certain access, distance, or clinical requirements.

Eligibility depends on each Veteran’s situation and must be coordinated through VA.

Scan the QR code to learn more about Community Care options and how the process works.

06/25/2026

SCAM ALERT!

A graphic circulating online claiming VA is offering free athletic shoes from major brands has been identified as a scam by the VA national office, as well as our Whole Health program.

Athletic shoes through VA are not available through online offers, brand-selection links, promotional emails or third-party sign-ups.

Shoes are only available by prescription for Veterans with diabetes or to accommodate an orthopedic condition. VA only provides shoes that are medically required.

Veterans should not click suspicious links, enter personal information or provide payment details in response to these posts or messages.

Questions? Please contact your VA care team directly through official VA channels.

06/23/2026

📢Heads Up Veterans: Real VA Email Alert
The VA is currently sending a valid email with the heading: "Update your VA profile so you don’t miss important benefits information."
This is a legitimate notice. The VA needs your current contact details so you don't miss crucial mail about your healthcare, claims, or monthly benefits.
🔒 How to update safely (Avoid Scams):
Go directly to VA.gov, sign in, and click your name to access your Profile.
Alternatively, call the VA safely at 1-800-827-1000.

06/11/2026

Beware of the latest scams...

04/13/2026

VETERANS BEWARE: Not all "help" is equal. 🚫
Although we aren't federal employees, the Dorchester County Veterans Affairs team is VA-accredited and recognized by the VA as VSOs.
PROTECT YOUR BENEFITS: Beware of unaccredited companies or "consultants" not recognized by the VA. They are not authorized to represent you. Stick with the experts you can trust—for free.

Helping veterans get through the red tape of applying for VA disability benefits has become a multibillion-dollar industry over the past decade. Which might be surprising, because charging vets for such help may be against federal law, but this hasn't stopped many consulting companies.

04/01/2026

You Served- Now Let Us Serve You. Join Us for a Veteran Life Planning Seminar.