CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – As the Montgomery County Veterans Service Organization (MCVSO) works to address ongoing concerns from veterans and their families, the organization reports there may be new disability benefits available for many of them following recent legislation.
The MCVSO helps veterans apply for a variety of benefits from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). In Montgomery County, 14% of the population is made up of veterans, and, according to MCVSO Director Anthony Kester, 55% of those claim disability benefits in Montgomery County. That percentage is double the state average of 27%.
Addressing veteran concerns
At the City Council meeting on Thursday, council members heard an update on the efforts of the organization.
Kester explained that the top three concerns veterans are faced with, according to the data, are healthcare, disability…
