Help for Veterans, Their Families, and Survivors
Free VA claims help, financial assistance, and benefits guidance from accredited Veterans Service Officers — right here in Macoupin County.
Every service is completely free of charge
Veteran Spotlight
Honoring a Macoupin County Veteran each month — their service, their story, and their impact on our community.
Robert “Bobby” Scott
U.S. Navy & U.S. Army · 1993–2017 · 24 Years of Active-Duty Service
Bobby Scott gave 24 years to his country in uniform. He began in the United States Navy (1993–1997) as a Machinist’s Mate aboard the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), then served two decades in the United States Army (1997–2017) as a 68W Combat Medic, deploying to Iraq and retiring at the rank of Sergeant First Class (E-7). Today he leads the Veterans Assistance Commission of Macoupin County as Superintendent and a NACVSO-accredited Veterans Service Officer — a Veteran serving Veterans, helping local families secure the federal, state, and county benefits they earned.
Decorations & Awards
Badges: Combat Medical Badge · Air Assault Badge · Driver & Mechanic Badge
“Every Veteran and survivor will be found, served, and heard. No one falls through the cracks.”
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How can we help you today?
Choose where to start. Not sure? Call us or send a secure request and we’ll guide you.
Am I Eligible?
See whether you qualify for VA and Illinois benefits in a few quick questions.
Check Eligibility →File a VA Claim
Accredited officers help you file compensation, pension, and PACT Act claims.
Get Claim Help →Financial Assistance
Emergency help with rent, utilities, and food for qualifying Veterans in hardship.
Get Help →Request Assistance
Send your contact info securely online and a team member will follow up.
Start Online →Who We Are
The Veterans Assistance Commission of Macoupin County is your County Veterans’ agency, established under the Illinois Military Veterans Assistance Act (330 ILCS 45). We are Veterans serving Veterans — accredited Service Officers who help the County’s Veterans, families, and survivors secure the federal, state, and County benefits they earned. Honest guidance, never false hope, and a welcome to every Veteran who walks through our door.
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How We Serve You
Comprehensive help for Veterans, their families, and surviving spouses — at no cost.
Benefit Casework
Filing compensation, pension, health care enrollment, and PACT Act claims.
Learn More ›Financial Assistance
Emergency help for qualifying Veterans — shelter, utilities, food, essentials.
Learn More ›VA Claims Advocacy
Representation for disability ratings, appeals, and decision reviews.
Learn More ›Education & Training
GI Bill, Illinois Veterans’ Grant (IVG), and vocational rehabilitation.
Learn More ›Survivor & Family Benefits
DIC, Survivors Pension, Aid & Attendance, and burial benefits.
Learn More ›Outreach & Referrals
Connections to housing, employment, mental health, and legal aid.
Learn More ›Macoupin County’s Veterans
About 2,956 Veterans call Macoupin County home — spanning every generation of service, from World War II and Korea through the post-9/11 era. Every one of them has earned the benefits we help them claim.
Ready to get the benefits you’ve earned?
Our VA-accredited service officers are here to help — at no cost to you. Walk-ins are always welcome during office hours — or book a guaranteed time online.