The mission of the Rockland County Veterans Service Agency is to improve conditions for Rockland County veterans, military personnel, and their families. The agency's primary goal is to provide prompt, courteous, and effective assistance to all county veterans, service members and their families. Further, to act as a liaison for veterans to other county, state and federal agencies, as well as increasing public awareness of the conditions and situations unique to veterans and their families. Jerry Donnellan, Director, DonnellJ@co.rockland.ny.us Donnellan is a longtime Rocklander who served in the Vietnam War. He has been honored by many local organizations for his work with local veterans and efforts to improve services for them. Aurelio Orlandini, Veterans Specialist The agency offers support groups, has a veterans newsletter, and assists with issues including: VA Hospital and Out-Patient Care Rockland County VA Clinic Disability Compensation Discharge Upgrades Educational Benefits Employment GI Insurance Assistance Membership in Vets Organizations Acquiring Medals And Records Alcoholism & Chemical Dependence Post Traumatic Stress Information Cemetery and Burial Benefits Nursing Homes Pension Benefits Including Aid & Attendance VA and State of NY Mortgage Information Vocational Rehabilitation