Veterans' Services, Northeast Quabbin District

Director - Sarah Custer

Serving the communities of

Athol, Orange, Petersham, Phillipston and Royalston

 

At the start of the Civil War, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts’ state legislature formalized the assistance provided to veterans by establishing Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 115 and the Massachusetts Department of Veterans’ Services.

In January 2006, pursuant to Chapter 115, and authorized by the Secretary-Massachusetts Department of Veterans’ Services, the Northeast Quabbin Veterans' Services District (NQD) began formal operations. 

NQD serves eligible veterans and/or dependents with a formal residence in one of the district communities.  NQD provides access to federal, state and local government departments and local nonprofit agencies that offer programs and services available to the men and women who have borne the burden of military duty as well as to their families.

Chapter 115 offers a benefit for veterans with little income, which can help pay for daily living expenses, medical costs, housing, and other necessities. Contact your Veteran Service Officer to apply.

Staff Contacts

Name Title Phone
Sarah Custer Director of Veterans' Services (978) 249-6935