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Veterans Services
Mission Statement
Provide courteous, accurate, and professional assistance to Sarpy County Veterans, their dependents, and surviving spouses in applying for federal, state, and county benefits. Advocate for veterans' benefits throughout federal, state, and local government agencies. Represent Sarpy County Veterans in local communities and veterans organizations and serve as a liaison between the claimants, Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA), and Nebraska DVA throughout the claims process.
Benefits, Services & Programs
The Sarpy County Veterans Services Office staff provide individual confidential counseling and assistance to veterans and their families in applying for federal, state, and county veterans programs and benefits. Federal veterans benefits include:
- Burial benefits
- Healthcare
- Home loans
- Non-service disability pension
- Service-connected disability compensation
- The GI Bill and other education benefits
- Vocational rehabilitation
Nebraska veterans programs include:
- Admittance to a Nebraska Veterans Home
- Emergency financial assistance from the Veterans' Aid Fund (specific residency and character of discharge apply)
- Homestead exemption
- Waiver of tuition
Benefits Eligibility
Eligibility for county veterans benefits requires Honorable or General (Under Honorable Conditions) active duty service in specific periods; contact the office to learn more about service period eligibility requirements.
Federal Worksheets & Forms
State Worksheets & Forms
County Worksheets & Forms
- Defense Finance and Accounting Service: Combat-Related Special Compensation (CRSC) and Concurrent Retirement Disability Pay (CRDP) FAQs
- Subscribe to U.S. Office of Veterans Affairs News Releases
- IRS Notice 1036: Tax Rate Changes for Retirees (PDF)
- State of Nebraska DD 214 Online Request Form
- National Personnel Records Office for DD 214 Requests
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Dana Morris
Veterans Service Office DirectorPhone: 402-593-2203
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Veterans Service Office
Physical Address
1102 E. 1st Street
Papillion, NE 68046-2884
Phone: 402-593-2203 and 402-593-2204Fax: 402-593-4489
Hours
Monday through Friday
8 am to 4:45 pm
Walk-ins
Mondays and Fridays
Appointments
Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays