- Home
- Government
- Programs & Services
- Military and Veterans Services Center
Military and Veterans Services Center
Covid-19 Update
The Bexar County Military and Veteran Services Center remains committed to providing benefit and employment services to the military community. The health and safety of our community is a top priority, and we are taking a number of precautionary measures. We will provide our services utilizing telephonic means and virtual technology.
COVID-19 Notices
Claims and Benefits
If you need to see a Veteran Service Officer for a Claim or have questions concerning claims, VA Benefits, pensions, please contact:
Ms. Irene Estrada at (210) 335-6775
Employment
If you need assistance with employment or career counselling services, please contact:
Ms. Valentina Arevalo (210) 787-0798
You can also reach us at Vets@bexar.org
We will ensure that we set up a telephone consult or Zoom / Skype meeting to meet your needs. Our employment workshops & our claims and pensions classes will be held on Zoom. If you have signed up for our services, you will be notified how to access the training.
Additionally, we have added a Facebook Live session on our Facebook page every Monday at noon to answer any of your important questions.
Please contact our office to find out how you can join in and receive this vital information. We want to ensure we leave no veteran behind during this difficult time.
Welcome to the Military and Veterans Services Center
The Bexar County Military and Veterans Services Center (MVSC) is an advocate agency that provides professional and tailored services to the military and veteran communities throughout the Veteran Cycle.
The Bexar County Military and Veterans Services Center takes appointments for benefits counseling and referral services. Contact our office to set up an appointment at 210-335-6775 or by e-mail at Vets@Bexar.org.
Your Benefits - You Earned IT!
- VA Compensation & Pension
- VA Claims Representation & Counseling
- VA Appeals Assistance
- Spouses & Dependents Benefits
- State of Texas Benefits
- Burial Benefits
VA Video Connect makes VA health care more convenient and reduces travel times for Veterans, especially those in very rural areas with limited access to VA health care facilities. VA Video Connect makes it quick and easy to access your VA health care team from any mobile or web-based device.
Veterans Cycle
From military transition, employment readiness training, career employment, non-employment services (i.e. Veteran Administration benefits) and through the final salute at burial.
TRANSITION SERVICES
- On-and-off Base Resource Navigation
- Career Counseling
- Job Readiness
- Career Placement
The Center provides both on-and-off base direction to the military community as they navigate through their transition. With established relationships with employers, it provides an employment pipeline to ensure qualified veterans receive employment and readiness training.
The Bexar County Military and Veterans Services Center takes appointments for benefits counseling and referral services. Contact our office to set up an appointment at 210-335-6775 or by e-mail at Vets@Bexar.org.
Be Greedy, Hire Military
While many employers look at hiring military personnel as an act of patriotism, the bottom line is that recruiting veterans is a smart business move. Here are the top four reasons why you should be greedy and hire military:
Leadership Skills
Military candidates gain tremendous amounts of leadership skills during their time in the military which prepare them to be better managers and leaders within your organization.
“Get It Done” Attitude
Military candidates’ uncommon determination and grit will help your organization, propelling your team and company forward.
Team Mentality
Military candidates understand how to pull together disparate groups and motivate them to function as a cohesive team in challenging environments.
MILITARY AND VETERANS SERVICES CENTER STAFF
Karen L. Rolirad, Executive Director, United States Air Force (Ret.)
Nancy S. Taguacta, Military Services Coordinator
Samantha Gardner, Office Assistant IV
Navigation, Career Counseling & Employment
Mark Ledesma, Military Services Officer-Business Relations, United States Army (Ret.)
Stephanie Birgel, Military Services Officer
Watiki Brown, Military Services Officer
Lloyd Kuykendoll, Military Services Officer, United States Army (Ret.)
Valentina Arevalo, Intake Specialist
Non-employment & Benefits
Manuel Mendoza, Military Services Officer, United States Marine Corps (Ret.)
George Gallegos, Military Services Officer, United States Marine Corps (Ret)
Tamika Lord, Military Services Officer, United States Air Force (Ret.)
Joleen McCollister, Military Services Officer, United States Air Force (Ret.)
Irene Estrada, Intake Specialist, United States Marine Corps (Vet.)
Bexar County Veterans Advisory Committee
The Veterans Advisory Committee serves as a link between Veterans of Bexar County and Bexar County government. It provides assistance to the Military and Veterans Services Center to ensure that the office is meeting the needs of Veterans. The Committee provides advice on program monitoring, education and assisting Veterans and promoting veterans initiatives in the community.
The Veterans Advisory Committee welcomes candidates who have served on active duty and are a Bexar County resident. Interested individuals should apply through application to the Bexar County Courthouse, Commissioners Court, Attn: Appointments, 100 Dolorosa, Room 1.20, San Antonio, TX 78205. Applications may be obtained at the Commissioners Court Suite in the Bexar County Courthouse or by visiting the Bexar County Boards and Commissions website.
Current Committee Members as appointed by Commissioners Court:
- County Judge: Rogelio Rodriguez
- Precinct 1: Sylvia Sanchez
- Precinct 2: Hector Villarreal
- Precinct 3: Bruce Bennett, Committee Chair
- Precinct 4: Leo V. Silva