The Veterans Service Office assists eligible Veterans and their dependents in applying for a wide range of benefits and services such as loans, death and burial benefits, education, retraining grants, obtaining military records, pension and compensation, health care needs and more.  Our VA accredited staff is here to provide knowledgeable assistance navigating forms, application for benefits, the submission process to the VA, and information about programs and service available to Veterans.  Our goal is to serve all Veterans and their families with dignity and compassion while providing professional and timely customer service.  We welcome the opportunity to answer your questions and serve as an advocate on Veterans' related issues. 

Our Mission

We strive to provide the BEST support to our Marathon County Veterans and their families.  We will ensure Veterans and their families are receiving State and Federal benefits that they are eligible to receive; we will raise the profile of the Veteran's issues within the community and educate the public on the contributions and benefits of Veterans along-side service organizations and community leaders; and we will responsibly manage our limited resources and leverage what we have to serve the citizens of our county.  

For Immediate Assistance

• Compensation and Pension VA Regional Office: 1-800-827-1000
• VA Outpatient Clinic Wausau: 715-842-2834
• VAMC Tomah: 1-800-872-8662
• VAMC Tomah Travel Pay Office 1-800-872-8662 *66588
• Direct Deposit:  877-838-2778

Free Lifetime Pass to National Parks, Other Public Lands for all Veterans and Gold Star Families 

Interagency Passes can be obtained in person while visiting a participating site. Visit Places to Get Interagency Passes for a searchable list and be sure to contact the site before you go, to make sure they are open and have passes in stock. In addition, Military passes, as well as those for seniors and persons with permanent disabilities, are available online through the USGS Online Store with an additional processing fee. Existing passes remain valid. You do not need to obtain a new pass if you already have a Lifetime Senior or Access Pass.

For more information about eligibility and passes, visit Free Entrance to National Parks for Veterans and Gold Star Families (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov)

Mental Health & Suicide Prevention

Are you a veteran in crisis or concerned about one?  Connect with the Veterans Crisis Line to reach caring, qualified responders with the Department of Veterans Affairs: 

• Dial 988, then press 1
• Chat Online
• Text 838255

Additional Resources:

• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline website
• U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs - Suicide Prevention webpage
• Veterans Crisis Line website