Back to top

Veterans Services

Veterans Services

We facilitate full and equal participation in all aspects of life by veterans in Boston.

Toggle
Department Menu

With deep appreciation, we recognize and engage our veterans and their families, advocate for assistance in their time of need, and connect them with the services they've earned.

Our department oversees the financial assistance program known as Massachusetts General Law Chapter 115. This includes the decoration of veterans' graves and hero squares on Memorial Day, and carries out commemorative activities related to Boston veterans. Learn more about the rights and benefits of military personnel.

Veterans Services
Contact
617-241-VETS (8387)
veterans@boston.gov
43 Hawkins Street
3rd Floor
Boston, MA 02114
United States
Monday: 8:15 AM-4:15 PM
Tuesday: 8:15 AM-4:15 PM
Wednesday: 8:15 AM-6:00 PM
Thursday: 8:15 AM-4:15 PM
Friday: 8:15 AM-4:15 PM
icon-twitter icon-facebook

New Veterans Center

We opened up an additional office at the Veterans Center located at:

895 Blue Hill Avenue
Dorchester, MA 02124

A Veterans Service Officer will be there from 1 - 4 p.m. They can help you with M.G.L Chapter 115 benefits, and any other resources you need.

Learn more about the center

If you have any other questions, you can contact our office at 617-635-VETS.

Programs

Mass Vets Advisor
Explore the programs and benefits offered by Massachusetts.
Resources for veterans
Are you in a crisis or just need a hand? Get access to critical resources.
Operation: Thank a Veteran
Volunteer to thank a veteran in-person for their service every month.
Memorial Day Flag Placement
Register a family member, loved one, or a friend to receive a flag.

Hero squares in Boston

Learn more about the hero squares that exist in each neighborhood across the City.

Search hero squares

News and announcements

Block Party Flyer
Jul 11

Mayor Martin J. Walsh Summer Block Parties kick off July 13

Boston Centers for Youth & Families
Picture of the Groundbreaking of Patriot Homes
Nov 14

Mayor Walsh celebrates Veterans Day at grand opening

Veterans Services
Mayor Martin Walsh thanks runners and walkers for their support and kicks off the 5K Road Race hosted by the Samaritans
Oct 3

Mayor Walsh announces partnership with Samaritans to promote suicide prevention

Mayor's Office
Boston's Way Home Graphic
Aug 5

Mayor Walsh Appoints Special Advisor on Homelessness

Mayor's Office
More Veterans news

Meet the commissioner

Meet the commissioner