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The City of New Bedford Department of Veterans’ Services & Benefits has begun serving New Bedford veterans and their families from office space located at 181 Hillman Street, Building #3. The office is in the same complex of government buildings as the recently opened Andrea McCoy Recreation Center.
The new Hillman Street location is handicapped accessible and features renovated office and multi-use space to support a variety of veterans services. The location also takes advantage of ample nearby parking and is located on a public bus route.
The New Bedford Department of Veterans’ Services and Benefits advocates on behalf of all veterans, provides them with quality support services, and directs an emergency financial assistance program for those veterans and their dependents who are in need. The New Bedford Department of Veterans’ Services and Benefits is currently serving over 500 veterans and their widows.
For more information on the assistance and services available to veterans, please contact Christopher Gomes, Director of the New Bedford Department of Veterans’ Services and Benefits at (508) 991-6184 or by email at CGomes@newbedford-ma.gov .
