Portland va regional benefit office | veterans affairs

We help Veterans, service members, and their families access VA benefits and services. Benefits we can help with include disability compensation, education benefits, life insurance,

pensions, and home loans. ADDRESS 100 SW Main Street, Floor 2 Portland, OR 97204 PHONE NUMBERS MAIN PHONE: VA BENEFITS HOTLINE: OFFICE HOURS Hours may vary for different services. Select a

service on this page to check the hours. * MON: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. * TUE: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. * WED: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. * THU: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. * FRI: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

* SAT: Closed * SUN: Closed PREPARE FOR YOUR VISIT Select a topic to learn more. Hourly fee parking is available underneath the Regional Office. Enter the parking area off 2nd Avenue,

between Madison Street and Main Street.  (Parking NOT validated) Smart Park fee garage is located off Jefferson Street, between 1st Avenue and 2nd Avenue. (Parking NOT validated) There is

also hourly fee street parking available (first come first serve) on 1st Avenue, between Salmon Street and Main Street. (Parking NOT validated) We are easily accessible via several bus

routes and close to the MAX light rail as well. We recommend using TriMet - Trip Planner to plan your route and check the schedules.  The closest bus stop to the our office is located on

Main Street and 2nd Avenue. This stop is serviced by west bound bus lines 6, 10, and 14.  When you visit, please bring a current, unexpired photo ID.     Depending on the reason for your

visit, you may need to bring additional documents and information about you and your dependents, including DOCUMENTS * A copy of your discharge or separation papers (DD214) * Copies of

relevant medical records PERSONAL INFORMATION * Your Social Security number  * Direct deposit information INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR DEPENDENTS * Dates of birth  * Social Security numbers We can

help you find out what documents to bring to your visit. We can also request documents for you. Call the office for more information. Walk-Ins are accepted for some services, additional

information for specific services is available within the facility services section of this website. To schedule an appointment with a Benefits Counselor please visit VERA and follow the

onscreen instructions. Appointments are available Monday - Friday (excluding holidays).  IN THE SPOTLIGHT VA ACCREDITED REPRESENTATIVES VA-accredited representatives can help you file a

claim or request a decision review.  Protect your benefits and avoid unlawful fees.  Get responsible, qualified help from a VA accredited representative. VETERAN BENEFITS Select a topic to

learn more. We can guide you through the disability compensation process. We can help you understand your eligibility, start a claim, or complete your paperwork. If you’ve already filed a

disability claim or requested a decision review, we can help you check the status. If you already receive disability benefits, we can help address any payment issues. MANAGE YOUR BENEFITS

ONLINE You always have the option to apply for and manage your VA benefits online. GET HELP WITH DISABILITY COMPENSATION BENEFITS Our benefit counselors can help you understand eligibility,

gather required documents, fill out paperwork, check claim status, update direct deposit, and more. Visit our office, with or without an appointment APPOINTMENTS If you would like to

schedule an appointment with a benefits counselor please use the link provided below. MAIN PHONE LOCATION 2nd Floor MAIN PHONE SERVICE HOURS The service hours are the same as our facility

hours. If you’re a Veteran or service member who experienced military sexual trauma (MST), we can help with benefits-related questions and with filing benefits claims. We can also update you

on the status of claims you’ve already filed. Our MST outreach coordinators can help you find and access VA services and programs. MANAGE YOUR BENEFITS ONLINE You always have the option to

apply for and manage your VA benefits online. GET HELP WITH AN MST-RELATED CLAIM Our MST outreach coordinators can help you file a claim, request a decision review, or assist with other

MST-related benefits and services. Visit our office, with or without an appointment Virtual visits by appointment only APPOINTMENTS If you would like to schedule a virtual or in-person

appointment please use the link provided below. MAIN PHONE LOCATION 2nd Floor MAIN PHONE SERVICE HOURS The service hours are the same as our facility hours. We’ll help you achieve your job

and career goals. We can connect you with one-on-one support, counseling, and training. If you have a service-connected disability that limits your ability to work or prevents you from

working, we can help you explore your options. Our Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E or Chapter 31) program can help with learning new skills, finding a new job, starting a

business, getting educational counseling, or returning to your former job. MANAGE YOUR BENEFITS ONLINE You always have the option to apply for and manage your VA benefits online. GET HELP

APPLYING FOR BENEFITS AND SERVICES We can help you understand the VR&E support-and-services tracks for education and employment. Visit our office, by appointment only Virtual visits by

appointment only APPOINTMENTS If you would like to schedule a virtual or in-person appointment with a counselor please use the link provided below. MAIN PHONE LOCATION 2nd Floor MAIN PHONE

SERVICE HOURS The service hours are the same as our facility hours. If you meet certain service, income, and disability requirements, we can help you apply for monthly pension payments.

MANAGE YOUR BENEFITS ONLINE You always have the option to apply for and manage your VA benefits online. GET HELP APPLYING FOR VETERANS PENSION BENEFITS Our benefit counselors can help you

understand eligibility, gather required documents, fill out paperwork, and more. Visit our office, with or without an appointment APPOINTMENTS If you would like to schedule an appointment

with a benefits counselor please use the link provided below. MAIN PHONE LOCATION 2nd Floor MAIN PHONE SERVICE HOURS The service hours are the same as our facility hours. FAMILY MEMBER AND

CAREGIVER BENEFITS Select a topic to learn more. We can help you apply for Veterans burial allowances to help cover burial, funeral, and transportation costs. We can also help you apply for

certain memorial items to honor the military service of a Veteran or Reservist. MANAGE YOUR BENEFITS ONLINE You always have the option to apply for and manage your VA benefits online. GET

HELP APPLYING FOR BURIAL BENEFITS Our benefit counselors can help you fill out paperwork. Visit our office, with or without an appointment APPOINTMENTS If you would like to schedule an

appointment please use the link provided below. MAIN PHONE LOCATION 2nd Floor MAIN PHONE SERVICE HOURS The service hours are the same as our facility hours. We can help you apply for VA

education benefits for family members, including Dependents’ and Survivors’ Educational Assistance (Chapter 35) and the Fry Scholarship. We can also help you apply to use transferred

Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits. MANAGE YOUR BENEFITS ONLINE You always have the option to apply for and manage your VA benefits online. GET HELP APPLYING FOR EDUCATION BENEFITS Our benefit

counselors can help you fill out paperwork. Visit our office, by appointment only Virtual visits by appointment only APPOINTMENTS If you would like to schedule a virtual or in-person

appointment please use the link provided below. MAIN PHONE LOCATION 2nd Floor MAIN PHONE VETERAN READINESS AND EMPLOYMENT SERVICE HOURS The service hours are the same as our facility hours.

SERVICE MEMBER BENEFITS Select a topic to learn more. If you’re returning from military service, we can help you readjust to civilian life, understand the benefits you’re entitled to, and

enroll. We can also help restart your benefits, file claims, and connect you with programs that offer mental health services, education, and career counseling. GET HELP APPLYING We can help

you restart benefits, enroll, or file a claim. Visit our office, by appointment only Virtual visits by appointment only APPOINTMENTS If you would like to schedule a virtual or in-person

appointment please use the link or phone number provided below. MAIN PHONE VETERAN READINESS AND EMPLOYMENT LOCATION 2nd Floor VETERAN READINESS AND EMPLOYMENT SERVICE HOURS The service

hours are the same as our facility hours. OTHER SERVICES Select a topic to learn more. We can help you find and download VA letters and documents that include information about your

benefits. MANAGE YOUR BENEFITS ONLINE You always have the option to apply for and manage your VA benefits online. GET A COPY OF A VA LETTER Visit our office, with or without an appointment

Virtual visits by appointment only APPOINTMENTS If you would like to schedule a virtual or in-person appointment please use the link provided below. MAIN PHONE VA NATIONAL CALL CENTER

PORTLAND REGIONAL OFFICE 100 SW Main Street 2nd Floor MAIN PHONE SERVICE HOURS The service hours are the same as our facility hours. CAN'T FIND THE SERVICE YOU'RE LOOKING FOR? Call

our VA benefits hotline at 800-827-1000 (TTY: 711). We’re here 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday. GET UPDATES FROM THE VETERAN BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION OTHER NEARBY VA

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