Williamson County, Illinois

Veteran Medicare Help in Williamson County

Veterans, spouses, and families in Williamson 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 Williamson County veterans

Williamson County is home to about 67,153 residents (2020 Census), with Marion as the county seat. This page lists 1 veterans service office location, 1 DAV location, 2 American Legion posts, and 3 VFW posts serving the area, plus statewide resources.

Veteran Savings Network is a licensed, veteran-owned Medicare insurance agency. Our licensed agents help Williamson 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 Williamson 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 Williamson 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 Williamson 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 Williamson County matters. Veteran enrollment periods in Illinois.

Also for Williamson County families: turning 65 as a veteran, Medicare for spouses of veterans, and CHAMPVA and Medicare.

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Veteran organizations in Williamson County

Independent community and government resources for veterans in Williamson 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)

Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs, Williamson County
2309 W Main St, Suite 122, Marion, IL 62959
(618) 997-3309
Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM

More in Illinois: veterans.illinois.gov

VA Health Care

Marion VA Medical Center
2401 West Main Street, Marion, IL 62959

Hours and phone: va.gov/find-locations

DAV (Disabled American Veterans)

DAV Chapter 71 (Williamson County)
1306 Atchison Rd, Marion, IL 62959
(618) 967-2803

More in Illinois: illinoisdav.org

American Legion Posts

American Legion Post 645, Herrins Prairie
213 E Madison St, Herrin, IL

American Legion Post 147, Williamson
11720 Longstreet Road, Marion, IL

More in Illinois: illegion.org

VFW Posts

VFW Post 9763, Creal Springs Memorial
16217 Sulphur Springs Rd, Creal Springs, IL 62922
(618) 996-2032

VFW Post 1567, Baker-Ladd
309 N 16th St, Herrin, IL 62948
(618) 942-2678

VFW Post 1301, Heyde-Pillow
201 W Longstreet Rd, Marion, IL 62959
(618) 997-1188

More in Illinois: vfwil.org

Statewide

Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs (IDVA): 1-800-437-9824

veterans.illinois.gov

VA facility locator: va.gov/find-locations

Unbiased Medicare counseling, Illinois SHIP: Senior HelpLine 1-800-252-8966, ilaging.illinois.gov

Cities in Williamson County

Williamson County veteran Medicare questions

Where is the veterans service office in Williamson County?

The Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs (IDVA) has a veteran service office for Williamson County at 2309 W Main St, Suite 122, Marion, IL 62959, phone (618) 997-3309. 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 Williamson County?

Yes. Veteran Savings Network helps veterans, spouses, and families in Williamson 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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Important: We do not offer every plan available in your area. Any information we provide is limited to those plans we do offer in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-MEDICARE, or your State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options.