Free VSO Help in Macomb County, Michigan
Find Veterans Service Officers serving veterans in Macomb County.
VSO assistance is free. A VSO should never take a percentage of your VA disability benefits or back pay.
There are 14 VA-accredited VSO offices listed for veterans in Macomb County, Michigan, representing 7 organizations such as American Legion, Disabled American Veterans and Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency. A Veterans Service Officer in Macomb County can help with VA disability claims, appeals, decision letters, and other benefits at no charge.
Offices serve veterans in Clinton Township and Clinton Twp.
If an office here can't take your appointment soon, free VSO help is also listed in nearby Oakland County, St. Clair County and Wayne County.
Free VA claim help usually starts with a short intake: the VSO reviews your discharge papers and records, explains which claim type fits your situation, and helps you complete and submit VA forms. Bring your documents to the first visit to save time.
VSO Offices in Macomb County
American Legion
Clinton Twp, MI, 48036 · Macomb County
3 accredited representatives: David B Hannum; Heidi A Heck; Kevin A Nichols
202-861-2700
Appointments: contact office for details
Hours: contact office for details
VA-accredited (per VA Office of General Counsel) · Last verified 9/28/2026
American Legion
Clinton Township, MI, 48036 · Macomb County
7 accredited representatives: Darryle L Johnson; Joyce Moultrie; Laura A Rios; Laura A Schulz; Lisa J Bowling; Lisa M Duncan-Edwards; Mark A Scott
202-861-2700
Appointments: contact office for details
Hours: contact office for details
VA-accredited (per VA Office of General Counsel) · Last verified 9/28/2026
Disabled American Veterans
Pontiac, MI, 48047 · Macomb County
Accredited representative: Christopher M Jones
202-554-3501
Appointments: contact office for details
Hours: contact office for details
VA-accredited (per VA Office of General Counsel) · Last verified 9/28/2026
Disabled American Veterans
Clinton Twp, MI, 48036 · Macomb County
2 accredited representatives: David B Hannum; Kevin A Nichols
202-554-3501
Appointments: contact office for details
Hours: contact office for details
VA-accredited (per VA Office of General Counsel) · Last verified 9/28/2026
Disabled American Veterans
Clinton Township, MI, 48036 · Macomb County
6 accredited representatives: Darryle L Johnson; Joyce Moultrie; Laura A Rios; Laura A Schulz; Lisa J Bowling; Mark A Scott
202-554-3501
Appointments: contact office for details
Hours: contact office for details
VA-accredited (per VA Office of General Counsel) · Last verified 9/28/2026
Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency
Clinton Twp, MI, 48036 · Macomb County
Accredited representative: David B Hannum
800-642-4838
Appointments: contact office for details
Hours: contact office for details
VA-accredited (per VA Office of General Counsel) · Last verified 9/28/2026
Natl Assoc'n of County Veterans Service Officers
Pontiac, MI, 48047 · Macomb County
Accredited representative: Christopher M Jones
Contact office for details
Appointments: contact office for details
Hours: contact office for details
VA-accredited (per VA Office of General Counsel) · Last verified 9/28/2026
Natl Assoc'n of County Veterans Service Officers
Clinton Township, MI, 48036 · Macomb County
7 accredited representatives: Darryle L Johnson; Joyce Moultrie; Laura A Rios; Laura A Schulz; Lisa J Bowling; Lisa M Duncan-Edwards; Mark A Scott
Contact office for details
Appointments: contact office for details
Hours: contact office for details
VA-accredited (per VA Office of General Counsel) · Last verified 9/28/2026
Natl Assoc'n of County Veterans Service Officers
Clinton Twp, MI, 48036 · Macomb County
2 accredited representatives: David B Hannum; Kevin A Nichols
Contact office for details
Appointments: contact office for details
Hours: contact office for details
VA-accredited (per VA Office of General Counsel) · Last verified 9/28/2026
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Clinton Township, MI, 48036 · Macomb County
7 accredited representatives: Darryle L Johnson; Joyce Moultrie; Laura A Rios; Laura A Schulz; Lisa J Bowling; Lisa M Duncan-Edwards; Mark A Scott
202-543-2239
Appointments: contact office for details
Hours: contact office for details
VA-accredited (per VA Office of General Counsel) · Last verified 9/28/2026
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Pontiac, MI, 48047 · Macomb County
Accredited representative: Christopher M Jones
202-543-2239
Appointments: contact office for details
Hours: contact office for details
VA-accredited (per VA Office of General Counsel) · Last verified 9/28/2026
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Clinton Twp, MI, 48036 · Macomb County
Accredited representative: David B Hannum
202-543-2239
Appointments: contact office for details
Hours: contact office for details
VA-accredited (per VA Office of General Counsel) · Last verified 9/28/2026
Veterans' Voice of America
Clinton Township, MI, 48036 · Macomb County
Accredited representative: Laura A Rios
Contact office for details
Appointments: contact office for details
Hours: contact office for details
VA-accredited (per VA Office of General Counsel) · Last verified 9/28/2026
Vietnam Veterans of America
Clinton Township, MI, 48036 · Macomb County
Accredited representative: Laura A Rios
301-585-4000
Appointments: contact office for details
Hours: contact office for details
VA-accredited (per VA Office of General Counsel) · Last verified 9/28/2026
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VSO Appointment Checklist
- DD-214 or discharge documents
- VA decision letters
- Service treatment records
- Civilian medical records
- Current diagnosis information
- Medication list
- Marriage/dependent information if relevant
- Statements from family, friends, or coworkers
- Any previous DBQs or C&P examination records
- List of conditions you want to discuss
Frequently Asked Questions About VSOs
What is a VSO?
A Veterans Service Officer (VSO) is a representative of a veterans service organization, state, county, or tribal office who is accredited by the VA to help veterans prepare, file, and follow up on claims for VA benefits.
Is a VSO free?
Yes. Accredited VSO representatives help veterans at no charge. A VSO should never ask for a fee or a percentage of your VA disability benefits or back pay.
Can a VSO help with a VA disability claim?
Yes. A VSO can help you file an initial disability claim, gather and organize evidence, complete VA forms, and track the claim after it is submitted.
How do I find a VSO in Macomb County?
Browse the office listings on this page for Macomb County, call the office to confirm hours and appointment requirements, and verify accreditation on VA.gov before appointing a representative.
Can a VSO help with a VA appeal?
Yes. VSOs commonly help with Supplemental Claims and Higher-Level Reviews, and many can assist with Board of Veterans' Appeals filings.
What should I bring to my VSO appointment?
Bring your DD-214, any VA decision letters, service treatment records, civilian medical records, a medication list, dependent information if relevant, and a list of the conditions you want to discuss.
How do I know if a VSO is VA accredited?
Search the representative or organization in the VA Office of General Counsel accreditation search on VA.gov. Accreditation can change, so confirm it before signing a VA Form 21-22.
Can I change my VSO?
Yes. You can appoint a different accredited representative at any time by submitting a new VA Form 21-22 (organization) or 21-22a (individual), which replaces the prior appointment.
Prepare Before You Meet With Your VSO
StratForge can help you organize your records, understand VA decision letters, prepare for C&P exams, and create personal statements before your VSO appointment. The VSO directory itself is always free.
Directory last updated: September 28, 2026
StratForge is an independent veteran resource and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Accreditation information can change, so veterans should verify current accreditation through VA.gov before appointing a representative.
Accreditation data: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs – Office of General Counsel. ZIP-to-county matching (U.S. Census Bureau) is used only to estimate location, never to determine accreditation.