Applying for Services

We offer assistance at Orange County Department of Social Services- Hillsborough Commons, 113 Mayo Street, Hillsborough, NC, 27278.

Call (919)-245-2890 for an appointment and for information about the type of documentation needed for your application. Don’t hesitate to call if you are unable to visit the office. We will find a way to assist you.

If you desire to do so, the Department of Veterans Affairs has an online application service available at VA.gov. Choose the Veteran Online Application (VONAPP) link, and follow the directions to submit your claim.

How much does it cost?

The County Veterans Services Office is funded by Orange County and the State of North Carolina. There is no charge to our clients.

Toll-Free Service Benefits Information and Assistance

Each VA benefit has its own eligibility requirements. For more information about specific benefits, you may visit the nearest VA office or call: 1-800-827-1000.

Special Toll-Free Numbers

Debt Management

800-827 -0648

Durham VA Hillandale Clinic

919-383-6107

Durham VA Medical Center

919-286-0411

Education Benefits 

888-442-4551

Health Benefits

877-222-8387

Home Loan Eligibility Center

888-232-2571

Raleigh Vet Center

919-361-6419

Retired Pay (DFAS)

800-321-1080

Telecommunication - Device for Deaf (TDD)

800-829-4833

VA Life Insurance 

800-669-8477

VA Life Insurance

800-669-8477

VA National Pension Call Center

877-294-6380

VA Regional Office

800-827-1000

Veterans Crisis Line

800-273-8255 (Press 1)


 For more information and links to our regional offices, visit the VA website.