The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs will offer area veterans several opportunities to receive assistance with benefits and services during upcoming visits to Wayne and Edwards counties in November and December.
Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Service Officer Donald L. Bielecki II will be available at locations in Fairfield and Albion to provide information and guidance concerning state and federal veterans benefits, assistance programs, and claims.
In Wayne County, Bielecki will be available on Tuesday, November 24th, and Tuesday, December 22nd, at the Wayne County Courthouse, located at 301 East Main Street in Fairfield.
The November 24th session will take place from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. in the courthouse basement conference room. Veterans planning to attend the December 22nd session are encouraged to confirm available appointment times.
In Edwards County, Bielecki will be available on Wednesday, November 25th, and Wednesday, December 23rd, at the Hope Center, located at 23 West Cherry Street in Albion.
Both Albion sessions will take place from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. The visits are part of a regular monthly schedule, with assistance available in Albion on the fourth Wednesday of each month.
The program provides veterans with an opportunity to meet directly with a Veterans Service Officer to discuss available benefits, obtain assistance with claims, and receive guidance on services available through state and federal veterans programs.
Veterans interested in meeting with Bielecki are encouraged to schedule an appointment in advance.
Appointments can be arranged by scanning the QR code on the department’s informational flyers, selecting the appropriate location, choosing an available date and time, and completing the required information.
Veterans may also contact Bielecki directly at 618-435-3678 or by email at Donald.Bielecki@illinois.gov.
Bielecki’s regular office is located at 302 West Main Street in Benton.
Area veterans who have questions about benefits or need assistance accessing available programs are encouraged to take advantage of the upcoming visits in Fairfield and Albion.