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Professional Advocacy for Veterans
The Veterans Assistance Commission (VAC) of Lake County provides free services to all honorably discharged Veterans and their spouses/children. With Veterans Day approaching on November 11, now is the perfect time to learn about the support they offer.
If you're a Veteran living in Lake County, the VAC would be honored to meet with you. We encourage everyone to share this information with Veteran friends and family. In 2023, the VAC helped secure $18.6 million in new VA benefits for Lake County Veterans.
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Services Provided
Claims
Veterans who are filing disability claims for the first time can utilize the personalized services of the VAC's Veteran Service Officers to interview, research, compile and submit a claim for compensation.
Administrative Appeals
The VAC stands ready to take action on wrongfully adjudicated claims. A thorough review of the decision is completed, followed by an administrative appeal.
Appellate Level Review
Some appeals require the work of a specialist. The VAC Superintendent, a licensed attorney, will work with and represent you in the higher courts, such as the CAVC, CAFC or even SCOTUS.
Assistance
No one is immune to hard times. Layoffs, personal issues, emergencies and even pandemics can disrupt life. The VAC is here to help, whether it's providing financial assistance, emergency shelter or mobilizing their network of allies and partners, ensuring that no Veteran is left behind.
 Meet the VAC team! This highly trained staff of Veteran Service Officers represents Veterans on every type of claim.
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VAC in 2023 By the Numbers
The VAC had its most successful year yet in 2023 helping Lake County Veterans and their families.
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$18,608,800
New VA benefits won for Lake County Veterans
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$88,585
Financial assistance provided to needy and indigent Lake County Veterans
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780
Nights of emergency housing provided
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86%
Claim approval rate
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8,665
Total VA forms filled out
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Services Always Offered at No Charge
The Federal Trade Commission estimated that in 2022 alone, Veterans reported $292 million in losses to fraud. Scammers continue to exploit new opportunities to commit fraud, with increasing attempts targeting Veterans, their families, caregivers and survivors.
Please remember that the Lake County Veterans Assistance Commission (VAC) provides all services free of charge. Learn more about protecting yourself against common fraud schemes, including those related to claims and employment assistance.
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Stay Connected
Stay up to date on the latest Veteran benefits, opportunities, and news. Follow the Lake County Veterans Assistance Commission (VAC) on Facebook and sign up for their e-newsletter on the bottom right corner of their website.
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