Mecklenburg County, North Carolina

Veteran Medicare Help in Mecklenburg County

Veterans, spouses, and families in Mecklenburg 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 Mecklenburg County veterans

Mecklenburg County is home to about 1,115,482 residents (2020 Census), with Charlotte as the county seat. About 44,881 veterans live here (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020 to 2024). This page lists 4 veterans service office locations, 12 American Legion posts, and 5 VFW posts, plus statewide resources.

Veteran Savings Network is a licensed, veteran-owned Medicare insurance agency. Our licensed agents help Mecklenburg 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 Mecklenburg 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 North Carolina.

TRICARE for Life and Medicare

For military retirees in Mecklenburg 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 North Carolina.

Medicare for 100% Disabled Veterans

For Mecklenburg 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 North Carolina.

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 Mecklenburg County matters. Veteran enrollment periods in North Carolina.

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

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Veteran organizations in Mecklenburg County

Independent community and government resources for veterans in Mecklenburg County. Listed for your convenience only. Veteran Savings Network is not affiliated with or endorsed by any of them.

Veterans Service Offices

Mecklenburg County Community Support Services, Veterans Services
Valerie C. Woodard Community Resource Center, 3205 Freedom Drive, Entrance A, Charlotte, NC 28208
(704) 336-2102
Mon to Fri 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Mecklenburg County Veterans Services (Huntersville location)
Huntersville Town Hall, 14704 North Old Statesville Road, Huntersville, NC 28078
(704) 336-2102
Mon to Fri 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Mecklenburg County Veterans Services (Stitt Road location)
Ella B. Scarborough Community Resource Center, 430 Stitt Road, Charlotte, NC 28213
(704) 336-2102
Mon to Fri 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

State center serving this county:
NCDMVA Charlotte Veterans Service Center
7508 E. Independence Blvd, Suite 119, Charlotte, NC 28227
(919) 664-1080

More in North Carolina: milvets.nc.gov

VA Health Care

South Charlotte VA Clinic (Charlotte Health Care Center)
3506 West Tyvola Road, Charlotte, NC 28208

Hours and phone: va.gov/find-locations

DAV (Disabled American Veterans)

No DAV chapter is listed in Mecklenburg County yet. Find your nearest DAV chapter through the DAV Department of North Carolina: davwebsites.dav.org/NC

American Legion Posts

American Legion Post 9
VFW Bldg, 2831 The Plaza, Charlotte, NC 28205
(704) 875-3557

American Legion Post 221
15000 York Rd, Charlotte, NC 28278
(704) 641-2930

American Legion Post 262
1940 Donald Ross Rd, Charlotte, NC 28208
(704) 394-1776

American Legion Post 287
Charlotte, NC 28215
(704) 995-3559

American Legion Post 345
Charlotte, NC 28221
(704) 651-3550

American Legion Post 353
5661 Hovis Rd, Charlotte, NC 28216
(704) 392-5911

American Legion Post 380
4235 W Tyvola Rd, Charlotte, NC 28208
(704) 619-4929

American Legion Post 86
21215 Legion St, Cornelius, NC 28031
(704) 975-5953

American Legion Post 321
107 N Main St, Huntersville, NC 28078
(704) 875-1126

American Legion Post 235
184 South Trade St, Matthews, NC 28105
(704) 831-8983

American Legion Post 555
VFW Post 4059, 11341 Bain School Road, Mint Hill, NC 28227
(704) 324-1140

American Legion Post 337
Pineville, NC 28134
(704) 547-4423

More in North Carolina: nclegion.org

VFW Posts

VFW Post 1160, Mecklenburg
2831 The Plaza, Charlotte, NC 28205
(704) 332-3669

VFW Post 7775, Sgt. William E. Robinson
4235 W. Tyvola Rd., Charlotte, NC 28208
(704) 779-9141

VFW Post 9736, Wilson Beatty
10220 Independence Hill Rd, Huntersville, NC 28078
(704) 996-9877

VFW Post 4059, Earp-Williams
11341 Bain School Rd, Mint Hill, NC 28227
(704) 224-9760

VFW Post 6724, Paw Creek
8520 Mt Holly Rd, Paw Creek, NC 28130
(704) 393-8152

More in North Carolina: vfw.org/find-a-post

Statewide

NC Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (NCDMVA): (844) 624-8387

milvets.nc.gov

VA facility locator: va.gov/find-locations

Unbiased Medicare counseling, North Carolina SHIIP: (855) 408-1212, ncdoi.gov/shiip

Mecklenburg County veteran Medicare questions

Where is the veterans service office in Mecklenburg County?

The Mecklenburg County Community Support Services, Veterans Services is at Valerie C. Woodard Community Resource Center, 3205 Freedom Drive, Entrance A, Charlotte, NC 28208, phone (704) 336-2102. It also serves veterans at Huntersville Town Hall, 14704 North Old Statesville Road, Huntersville, NC 28078 and Ella B. Scarborough Community Resource Center, 430 Stitt Road, Charlotte, NC 28213. The NCDMVA Charlotte Veterans Service Center, at 7508 E. Independence Blvd, Suite 119, Charlotte, NC 28227, phone (919) 664-1080, also serves Mecklenburg County. 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 service offices 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 Mecklenburg County?

Yes. Veteran Savings Network helps veterans, spouses, and families in Mecklenburg County and across North Carolina 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.