Veteran Medicare Help in Sangamon County
Veterans, spouses, and families in Sangamon County can get plain-language Medicare help from a licensed agent at Veteran Savings Network, and find their local veteran organizations below. From a licensed, veteran-owned agency.
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How we help Sangamon County veterans
Sangamon County is home to about 196,343 residents (2020 Census), with Springfield as the county seat. This page lists 2 veterans service office locations, 4 American Legion posts, and 4 VFW posts serving the area, plus statewide resources.
Veteran Savings Network is a licensed, veteran-owned Medicare insurance agency. Our licensed agents help Sangamon County veterans and their families make sense of Medicare, so you do not overpay, do not carry coverage you do not need, and are not left underinsured.
VA Healthcare and Medicare
Many Sangamon County veterans keep VA healthcare and add Medicare for more flexibility. VA care is generally received at VA facilities, and Medicare can add options to see providers outside the VA. VA healthcare and Medicare in Illinois.
TRICARE for Life and Medicare
For military retirees in Sangamon County with TRICARE, TRICARE For Life works as Medicare-wraparound coverage once you have Medicare Part A and Part B. Medicare pays first, TFL pays second. TRICARE for Life in Illinois.
Medicare for 100% Disabled Veterans
For Sangamon County veterans with a VA disability rating: your rating does not by itself make you Medicare-eligible or change your timing. Eligibility generally comes at 65, or earlier through Social Security disability. Medicare for disabled veterans in Illinois.
Veteran Special Enrollment Periods
Medicare has strict enrollment windows. VA healthcare by itself usually does not create a Special Enrollment Period for Part B, so timing your enrollment in Sangamon County matters. Veteran enrollment periods in Illinois.
Also for Sangamon County families: turning 65 as a veteran, Medicare for spouses of veterans, and CHAMPVA and Medicare.
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Veteran organizations in Sangamon County
Independent community and government resources for veterans in Sangamon County. Listed for your convenience only. Veteran Savings Network is not affiliated with or endorsed by any of them.
Veterans Service Offices (VAC and IDVA)
Veterans Assistance Commission of Sangamon County
300 South 9th St, Springfield, IL
(217) 753-6680
Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs, Sangamon County
833 S Spring Street, Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 557-0358
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
More in Illinois: veterans.illinois.gov
DAV (Disabled American Veterans)
No DAV chapter is listed in Sangamon County yet. Find your nearest DAV chapter through the DAV Department of Illinois: illinoisdav.org
American Legion Posts
American Legion Post 759, Chatham
214 West Chestnut Street, Chatham, IL 62629
American Legion Post 32
1120 E Sangamon Ave, Springfield, IL 62702
(217) 523-3415
American Legion Post 809
1800 E Capitol Ave, Springfield, IL 62703
(217) 522-3110
American Legion Post 1922, State Police
Springfield, IL 62712
More in Illinois: illegion.org
VFW Posts
VFW Post 4763, Chatham-Auburn Memorial
214 West Chestnut, Chatham, IL 62629
(217) 483-4613
VFW Post 11463, Rochester
200 E Main St, Rochester, IL 62563
(217) 498-7574
VFW Post 755, La Fore Lock
2211 Old Jacksonville Rd, Springfield, IL 62702
(217) 546-9515
VFW Post 10302, Northenders
2349 Stockyard Rd, Springfield, IL 62707
(217) 789-4725
More in Illinois: vfwil.org
Statewide
Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs (IDVA): 1-800-437-9824
VA facility locator: va.gov/find-locations
Unbiased Medicare counseling, Illinois SHIP: Senior HelpLine 1-800-252-8966, ilaging.illinois.gov
Cities in Sangamon County
Sangamon County veteran Medicare questions
Where is the veterans service office in Sangamon County?
The Sangamon County Veterans Assistance Commission is at 300 South 9th St, Springfield, IL, phone (217) 753-6680. The Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs also has a veteran service office at 833 S Spring Street, Springfield, IL 62704, phone (217) 557-0358. These offices help veterans and their families file VA and state benefit claims at no cost.
Can the veterans service office help me with Medicare?
Veterans Assistance Commissions and IDVA veteran service officers focus on VA and state benefits. For Medicare questions, such as how Medicare works with VA healthcare or TRICARE For Life, a licensed agent at Veteran Savings Network can help you review your options.
Do you help veterans in Sangamon County?
Yes. Veteran Savings Network helps veterans, spouses, and families in Sangamon County and across Illinois review their Medicare options in plain language.
Is Veteran Savings Network part of the VA or Medicare?
No. Veteran Savings Network is a licensed insurance agency and is not affiliated with the VA, Medicare, CMS, or any government agency.
How do I get started?
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