Veterans' office will make home visits for those needing assistance

We can assist with the appropriate paperwork and file a claim for benefits.  We also work with family members who are trying to assist a veteran or dependent in obtaining benefits.  We can also assist with transportation arrangements to the Veterans Administration hospital inFresno.  We coordinate with KART, who provides transportation to and from the hospital once a day. 

Our office also does speaking engagements.  We can come to your facility and speak about both state and federal veteran’s benefits.  We will speak to community service organizations, NAS Lemoore commands, groups of veterans, or any group that has an interest in veteran’s benefits. 

Our talks normally last about 30 minutes but can be tailored to fit your needs.  We can also be available to answer questions about specific veteran’s issues.  To inquire about a home visit, or to setup a speaking engagement, please contact our office.

The Kings County Veterans Service Office can complete the DMV Veteran Status Verification Form for the new California Veteran Designation on your driver’s license and issue Veteran I.D. cards to honorably discharged veterans.

Contact Scott Holwell if you would like to receive periodic veteran’s information by email.    There are many state and federal benefits and programs available to veterans and their dependents.  To determine if you are eligible for any of these benefits, call or visit our office.  We can and will assist you in completing all required application forms.  You can get information on the Web from the Kings County Veterans Service Office webpage at www.countyofkings.com/vets.

Scott Holwell, retired Navy Master Chief Petty Officer, is the Veterans Service Officer for Kings County. Send your questions to the Veterans Service Office, 1400 W. Lacey Blvd, Hanford, CA 93230; call (559)852-2669; or e-mail scott.holwell@co.kings.ca.us.