Marion is now part of the Veterans Service Office, which already encompasses Mattapoisett and Rochester.

The mission of the Veterans Office is to advocate on behalf of veterans and their families and to provide services such as financial assistance, food, housing, employment and burial assistance. Federal benefits include obtaining discharge papers, compensation pensions, VA pensions and Aid and Attendance pensions.

State benefits are available to veterans and widows, who may also qualify for a “medical only” budget, if their income is below the federal poverty level.

For further information, veterans residing in the tri-town may contact the Veterans Office located in Mattapoisett Town Hall to schedule an appointment at 508-758-4100, ext. 212.