The Custer County Veteran Service Office is now open and in a new location.
The new office is in the Custer County Court House. The entrance to the office is at the corner of S. 6th Street and Rosita Street.
Office hours are Monday-Thursday, 8:00am till 5:00pm.
Contact Info
Dominic Edginton
719-618-8266
Text is preferred
Please give your name, number and message and Dominic will get back to you as soon as possible.
Veteran’s Coffee Social
We want this to be a weekly social gathering, the only requirement is that you’re a veteran. Come out, meet up with your veteran buddies, make some new friends… It’s all about the camaraderie and strengthening the bonds in our veterans community.
Only one rule, no discussions revolving around politics or religion. Feel free to share stories about your time in the service, or tell tall tales about how big the fish was that you caught last weekend!
What is a VSO
A VSO representative (also known as a Veterans Service Officer) helps you with the preparation, presentation, and prosecution of claims.
How does a VSO help in the VA claims process?
A VSO representative (also known as a Veterans Service Officer) helps you with the preparation, presentation, and prosecution of claims. Once your claim is filed, they track the claim through the VA system, act as liaisons between you and the VA, and are your official representative by acting as your power of attorney (POA). According to the VA, giving a veterans service officer the power of attorney allows an appointed VSO representative to “initiate your claim to preserve an effective start date, gather required records and evidence on your behalf, and review your application prior to submission … a VSO serving as your POA is also given 48 hours to review your VA decision to ensure it is correct before it is sent to you.”
To be an accredited VA representative, individuals must pass an exam, submit to a background check, and take continuing education courses. These recognized organizations and individuals can legally represent you before the VA. Non-recognized individuals are able to provide information, but cannot be your official representative.
VA Claim or Appeal Status
You can find a local representative including a recognized VSO, attorney, or claims agent by state/territory, zip code, or by the organization’s name online using eBenefits. To find a VSO office located in or near your local regional benefit office, use our directory of VSOs
Where is my local VSO
You can find a local representative including a recognized VSO , attorney, or claims agent by state/territory, zip code, or by the organization’s name online using eBenefits. To find a VSO office located in or near your local regional benefit office, use our directory of VSOs.
Why use a VSO to help you file a claim?
The majority of VSOs were started by veterans for veterans. So, using a VSO representative means that you will have someone who understands where you’ve been and what you’re up against as you transition out of the military. VSOs also advocate on Capitol Hill for veterans’ benefits, are up to date with current legislation affecting veterans, and have posts conveniently located throughout the country.
What are the costs of using a VSO representative?
“There is never a fee charged by a county VSO to use their services.”
Using a VSO to help file your claim is free of charge (barring any unusual expenses). Though they would certainly appreciate it, you do not have to be a member of the organization to use their services and becoming a member is not an expectation.
SERVICES
Each county in Colorado has a Veterans Service Office that offers free assistance to veterans. Their Service Officers specialize in assisting veterans, and their family members, with claims, applications, and appeals to the VA. If you are considering requesting services or submitting an application to the VA, we strongly recommend that you contact your County Veterans Service Office.
Veteran and Family Resources
Behavioral Health and Wellness
Benefits and Resource Assistance
Family and Survivor Benefits
