Location and Contact Info:
Health and Human Services - 1st Floor
300 4th Street North
La Crosse, WI 54601
Phone: (608) 785-9719
Fax: (608) 785-9718
Email: [email protected]
Office Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Weekdays
Please contact our office to schedule an appointment.
Veterans Service Staff:
Jane Brannan, Veterans Services Officer
Erica Lakowske, Veteran Services Coordinator
Anamarie Moore, Veterans Benefits Specialist
Shannon Miller, Veterans Benefits Specialist
Lee Medema, Veteran Benefits Specialist
Community Office Hours & Outreach- Community Office Hours have first come, first serve at the following dates and times:
August 20, 2024 | La Crosse American Legion | 1-4pm | 711 6th St. S, La Crosse, WI |
August 22, 2024 | Holmen Legion | 1-4pm | 418 1st Ave. W, Holmen, WI |
August 26, 2024 | Onalaska Library | 1-4:30pm | 741 Oak Ave. S, Onalaska, WI |
September 3, 2024 | La Crosse Library | 1-4:30pm | 800 Main St., La Crosse, WI |
September 5, 2024 | Holmen Community Center | 12:30-4pm | 600 N. Holmen Dr., Holmen, WI |
September 11, 2024 | Onalaska Legion | 1-4:30pm | 731 Sand Lake Rd., Onalaska, WI |
September 13, 2024 | Hillview Health Center | 1-4pm | 3501 Park Lane Dr., La Crosse, WI |
September 17, 2024 | La Crosse Legion | 1-4pm | 711 6th Street S, La Crosse, WI |
September 19, 2024 | West Salem Library | 1-4pm | 702 Industrial Dr., West Salem, WI |
September 23, 2024 | Onalaska Library | 1-4:30pm | 741 Oak Ave. S, Onalaska, WI |
September 26, 2024 | Holmen Legion | 1-4pm | 418 1st Ave. W, Holmen, WI |
Community News:
Rock the Vets is on September 1st at the American Legion Post 417. Bring a lawn chair to enjoy 7 hours of music, food, and beverages. Purchase tickets for $20 at the French Island American Legion Post 417 during business hours (non-refundable). For a line up and more event info go to their website at MAIN PAGE – ROCK THE VETS
Team One Mile will be in La Crosse on September 10-11. Team ONE MILE will be cycling over 100 miles a day from community to community. Their mission is to host community events and highlight veterans future youth leaders while raising money for the Gold Star children of Camp Hometown Heroes. For more info go to: HOME | Team ONE MILE
La Crosse County and Tomah VA are partnering to host Veteran's Benefits Check Ups! This series will be held on September 18 from 4-6pm at the Black River Beach Neighborhood Center, October 12 from 9-11:30am at the Onalaska Omni Center, and November 7 from 8:30-11am at the Holmen Community Center. We will be providing flu shots for all, benefit checks, healthcare enrollment, and have representation from the Tomah VA, VORP, and Vet Center! Official flyer and more information to come!
The Milwaukee Brewers will be continuing Military Sundays for the 2024 season. Any active-duty military member or veteran can receive up to 2 free Terrace Level tickets by showing their military ID at the ticket office prior to any Sunday home game. This offer is available only on the day of the game when the ticket office opens at 10am and is subject to availability. Go to their website for more info: Military and First Responders Discount Offer | Milwaukee Brewers (mlb.com)
Oktoberfest - free admission wristbands for veterans at the Fest Office. You must show some form of military ID (American Legion card, VFW card, VA medical card, Veteran's driver's license identifier, retired ID card, etc.). Max of two wristbands per veterans, there is a limited amount!
La Crosse Area YMCA Wellness Warriors are hosting an educational series geared towards Veterans and First Responders. These sessions will be held every Wednesday from 4-5pm at the Dahl Family YMCA. This series runs from August 14th to October 2, 2024. Free year membership may be available!
Helpful Documents:
Service-Connected Disability Rating Scale
What to do after your claim is submitted
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