New Chesapeake Office Opens to Provide Centralized Support for Veterans
The Virginia Department of Veterans Services (DVS) has opened a new office in Chesapeake, Virginia, offering a centralized hub for veterans, active-duty service members, and their families. This facility provides free, comprehensive support services including disability claims, employment assistance, and healthcare enrollment.
The Virginia Department of Veterans Services (DVS) opened a new office in Chesapeake this week, establishing a dedicated hub for the region's veterans, active-duty service members, and their families to access a broad range of free support services. The facility, which held its official opening on October 6, 2026, is designed as a one-stop location to help navigate benefits, employment, and health resources, addressing a long-standing need for consolidated services in the area. Located at 111 Mill Creek Parkway, the office is one of 38 DVS locations across the Commonwealth, according to a report from News 3 WTKR . Its opening is seen by local advocates as a significant step in helping veterans overcome common hurdles to accessing care. Ron Riffle, a retired veteran and a district commander for the Virginia Veterans of Foreign Wars, told the news outlet that many veterans face challenges with transportation or simply don't know where to begin seeking assistance. "So, I retired 13, 14…
