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ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS OFFERING ASSISTANCE WITH VETERANS BENEFITS AND SERVICES

By Mark Wells Oct 30, 2026 | 11:55 AM

The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs is reminding area veterans that assistance is available to help them navigate benefits, services, and resources they may be entitled to receive.

Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Service Officer Donald L. Bielecki II is available to assist veterans seeking information and guidance regarding veterans benefits and services.

Bielecki’s office is located at 302 West Main Street in Benton, Illinois.

Veterans interested in receiving assistance are encouraged to schedule an appointment. Appointments can be arranged by contacting Bielecki directly or by using the QR code provided on the department’s informational flyer.

To schedule an appointment online, veterans can scan the QR code, select a service location, choose an available date and time, complete the required information, and submit their appointment request.

Bielecki can be reached at his office at 618-435-3678 or on his state-issued mobile phone at 618-513-9737.

Veterans may also contact him by email at Donald.Bielecki@illinois.gov.

The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs encourages veterans who have questions about available benefits or need assistance accessing services to contact a Veterans Service Officer for additional information.