Benefits

Nassau County

Discharge upgrading
Filing discharge, separation papers, DD-214
Filing of claims for benefits from federal and state agencies
GI Bill counseling

In home visits to assist the house bound veterans or spouse with claims for entitlements (including nursing homes)
Referrals to other county, state, and federal agencies
Transportation to the Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Center in Northport

Free Transportation Program

Veterans in need of transportation to the Northport VA Hospital or East Meadow Clinic can do so through the Nassau County Volunteer Transportation Program. Please call 516-572-6560.

New York State Benefits for Veterans

Blind Annuity
Child of Veteran Award
Civil Service preference points added to your Civil Service test
Hunting and Fishing Licenses
Life Insurance
Park Access Pass

Peddlers License
State Medals and Awards for your service to in Iraq or Afghanistan
Thruway Permit
Veterans Tax Exemption
Veterans Tuition
Veterans NY State Lifetime Liberty Pass

Individual Lifetime Liberty Pass

The Lifetime Liberty Pass offers various benefits, including free entry to state parks, DEC-operated day-use areas, boat launch sites, historic sites, and more. It also provides perks like free golf at State Park golf courses, access to State Park pools, and discounts on camping and cabin rentals.

The Lifetime Liberty Pass allows qualified New York State (NY State) Veterans or Gold Star Parents, Spouses, and Children discounted use of state parks, historic sites, and recreational facilities operated by the Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (NY State Parks) and the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC). Once issued, the Lifetime Liberty Pass will never expire.

Apply:

https://veterans.ny.gov/lifetime-liberty-pass

https://parks.ny.gov/admission/lifetime-liberty-pass.aspx