NYC Department of Veterans’ Services - New York, NY - Lawyer Directory

Overview

Dedicated Support for NYC Veterans

Comprehensive Veteran Services

The NYC Department of Veterans’ Services (DVS) connects veterans, active duty service members, and their families with essential benefits and resources.
Housing Support: Assists veterans in finding safe and affordable housing, preventing homelessness, and navigating rental subsidies.
Employment and Education: Provides career counseling, job placement assistance through city partners, and guidance on using GI Bill education benefits.
Health and Wellness: The VetsThriveNYC program promotes mental, physical, and spiritual well-being through integrative health models and community engagement.

VA Claims and Benefits

Accredited Representation: Staff can assist with filing claims for VA disability compensation, pension, and survivor benefits.
Helps veterans obtain discharge upgrades and access legal services for civil matters.

Location and Access

Headquartered in the historic Municipal Building at 1 Centre Street.
Appointments: While some walk-in services may be available, scheduling an appointment is highly recommended to ensure a specialist is available.
Visitors must clear building security with a valid photo ID.

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Category: County & City Agencies New York City and Government Agencies New York City

Address: 1 Centre St
New York City
New York
10007
United States

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Mailing Address:

1 Centre St, Suite 2208, New York, NY 10007

Phone: +1 212-416-5250

Website

Year Founded: 2016

Mon:

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue:

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed:

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu:

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri:

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Sat:

Closed

Sun:

Closed

Appointment & Visit Policy:

Walk-ins Welcome (Clerk Office / Counters)
Appointments Encouraged (Walk-ins limited)

Parking, Transit & Accessibility:

Paid Parking Garage / Structure
Free Street Parking (Check signs)
Near Subway / Metro / Train Station
Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
Elevators Available

Security, Dress Code & Prohibited Items:

Airport-Style Screening (Metal Detectors)
Valid Photo ID Required for Entry
All Bags Subject to Search
No Weapons (Firearms, Knives, Ammo)

Department Services & Divisions:

Housing Assistance, Employment Services, VA Claims Assistance, Mental Health Support, Legal Services

Public Transit / Bus Lines:

Stop: Brooklyn Bridge-City Hall (Routes: 4, 5, 6, J, Z), Stop: Chambers St (Routes: J, M, Z), Stop: City Hall (Routes: R, W), Stop: Centre St & Chambers St (Routes: M22, M15)

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