Lee County Veterans Service Office

10/27/2025

09/25/2025

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09/18/2025

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After World War I, the government revamped the way it evaluated disability claims resulting from military service. It replaced the inexact methods used to calculate pensions with a fixed schedule of disability ratings that represented the reduction in the Veteran’s earning capacity.

09/17/2025

Overpayment Scam: Beware of anyone contacting
you pretending to be VA



Have you received a call, text or letter from someone pretending to be with the Department of Veterans Affairs alleging you have a substantial VA debt due to overpayment? It can be a scam! The scammer uses high pressure tactics to insist the debt must be repaid immediately via wire transfer, gift cards, cryptocurrency, or other non-traditional payment methods. VA will never demand Veterans repay their debts in full up front, as VA offers many flexible payment plans at no additional cost. Official VA Debt Management Center (DMC) communication will provide specific details about the debt, offer secure payment through
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Overpayment Scam:
Beware of anyone contacting
you pretending to be VA



Have you received a call, text or letter from someone pretending to be with the Department of Veterans Affairs alleging you have a substantial VA debt due to overpayment? It can be a scam! The scammer uses high pressure tactics to insist the debt must be repaid immediately via wire transfer, gift cards, cryptocurrency, or other non-traditional payment methods. VA will never demand Veterans repay their debts in full up front, as VA offers many flexible payment plans at no additional cost. Official VA Debt Management Center (DMC) communication will provide specific details about the debt, offer secure payment through www.pay.va.gov,and your appeal or waiver rights.



If you are suspicious of a communication alleging to be VA, you can verify authenticity with VA at 1-800-827-1000 or contact the DMC at 1-800-827-0648. Never share sensitive information, such as social security numbers, bank account details, or credit card information, when responding to unsolicited requests.
,and your appeal or waiver rights.



If you are suspicious of a communication alleging to be VA, you can verify authenticity with VA at 1-800-827-1000 or contact the DMC at 1-800-827-0648. Never share sensitive information, such as social security numbers, bank account details, or credit card information, when responding to unsolicited requests.

If you have any questions about how to pay VA, call Debt Management Center, at 800-827-0648 (TTY: 711). Our office hours are Monday to Friday, 6:30 am to 6:00 pm, Central Time.

09/17/2025

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Apply for and manage the VA benefits and services you’ve earned as a Veteran, Servicemember, or family member—like health care, disability, education, and more.

09/08/2025

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Apply for and manage the VA benefits and services you’ve earned as a Veteran, Servicemember, or family member—like health care, disability, education, and more.

05/08/2025

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The Department of Veterans Affairs today announced a three-pronged approach to eliminate barriers and streamline the process for how eligible survivors and dependents of deceased Veterans and servicemembers apply for and receive VA benefits and services.

04/08/2025

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Phishing is a widespread cybercrime in which attackers use social engineering to deceive individuals into revealing sensitive information by posing as a trustworthy source.