Office of Veterans Affairs-US Virgin Islands

25/08/2026

🇻🇮 VETERANS — YOUR VOICE MATTERS! 🇺🇸

The Virgin Islands Office of Veterans Affairs, VA Caribbean Healthcare System, and regional Veterans Benefits Administration are coming together to bring the conversation directly to Veterans and their families across the territory.

Join us for our upcoming Veterans Town Halls and take advantage of an opportunity to GET ANSWERS. GET UPDATES. BE HEARD.

Hear directly from local and federal VA leadership about healthcare, benefits, programs, services, and initiatives affecting our Veterans—and bring your questions and concerns with you.

📍 ST. CROIX
Thursday, August 27 | 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
UVI Great Hall — UVI St. Croix Campus

📍 ST. THOMAS / ST. JOHN
Friday, August 28 | 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Nisky Moravian Church
John Wesley Hill Sr. Fellowship Hall (Downstairs of Church)

Veterans, spouses, family members, caregivers, and supporters—we encourage you to attend.

For additional information, contact the Virgin Islands Office of Veterans Affairs:

☎️ St. Thomas/St. John: (340) 774-8387
☎️ St. Croix: (340) 773-8387

Come with your questions. Come and be informed. Most importantly, come and be heard.

11/08/2026

11/08/2026

Veterans and Family Members, the time is drawing near. Locations will be posted in the next couple of days. Thank You!!!!

25/07/2026

History was made today on the island of St. Croix.

It was my privilege to attend the Installation Ceremony of Commander Hillis Benjamin where she was installed as the first female District Commander in the history of the American Legion District #10 of the Virgin Islands of the United States.

This achievement is more than a milestone, it is a defining moment for the American Legion in our Territory. Commander Benjamin’s election reflects her years of dedicated service, steadfast leadership, and unwavering commitment to Veterans, Legionnaires, the American Legion Auxiliary, and our community.

On behalf of the Office of Veterans Affairs, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Commander Benjamin and wish her every success as she begins this historic chapter of leadership. I look forward to supporting and working alongside her as we continue our shared mission of serving the men and women who have faithfully served our Nation.

Congratulations, Commander Hillis Benjamin! May your tenure be filled with meaningful accomplishments, strong partnerships, and continued service to the Veterans of the Virgin Islands of the United States.

“History is not only remembered, it is made by those with the courage to lead.”

Well Deserved!

25/07/2026

Today, I had the distinct honor of presenting the State Director of Veterans Affairs “Coin of Excellence” to Past District Commander Secundino Roman-Cruz in recognition of his exceptional leadership and dedicated service as the American Legion District 10 Commander.

Leadership is measured not by titles held, but by lives impacted. Throughout his tenure, Commander Roman-Cruz demonstrated an unwavering commitment to the mission of the American Legion and to the men and women who have served our Nation. His steady leadership, dedication, and advocacy has contributed to the strengthening of the Veteran community throughout the United States Virgin Islands.

On behalf of the Virgin Islands Office of Veterans Affairs and the Veterans we are privileged to serve, thank you, Past Commander Roman-Cruz, for your selfless service, steadfast leadership, and the example you have set for others to follow. Your contributions have made a lasting difference, and your legacy of service will continue to inspire those who come after you.

Congratulations on a job exceptionally well done, and thank you for continuing to answer the call to serve.

Director Patrick D. Farrell

13/07/2026

🇻🇮 VIRGIN ISLANDS VETERANS — THIS IS FOR YOU!

The Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) Public Contact Team from the San Juan Regional Office is in the U.S. Virgin Islands this week to provide FREE, one-on-one assistance to Veterans and their families.

Whether you’ve been thinking about filing a claim or simply have questions about your VA benefits, now is the perfect time to stop by.

✅ Initiate a new VA disability claim
✅ Check the status of an existing claim
✅ Receive personalized benefits counseling
✅ Submit supporting evidence
✅ Get answers to your VA benefits questions

No appointment is necessary. Walk-ins are welcome!

If you’ve been putting it off, don’t wait any longer. You’ve earned these benefits through your service. Let the experts help you navigate the process.

📍 St. Thomas
VA Clinic – Medical Foundation Building
📅 July 13–14
🕗 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

📍 St. Croix
VA Clinic – Village Mall (Baron Spot)
📅 July 15–16
🕗 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

📍 St. Croix
VA Clinic – Village Mall (Baron Spot)
📅 July 17
🕗 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

For more information, contact the V.I. Office of Veterans Affairs:
📞 St. Thomas: (340) 774-8387
📞 St. Croix: (340) 773-8387

Serving Those Who Served.