GRANT COUNTY, NM — The New Mexico Department of Veterans Services (DVS) Silver City office has moved to a new location.

DVS Veterans Service Officer Bradley Brock's office is now located in the Village of Santa Clara at the former National Guard Armory Building, located at 11990 U.S. Highway 180 East. The building was donated to the village last month by the New Mexico National Guard.

As with all sixteen DVS field offices statewide, walk-ins are welcome—but veterans, spouses, or eligible widows of deceased veterans needing assistance with VA or state veterans' benefits are encouraged to schedule an appointment by contacting Mr. Brock at bradleyA.brock@state.nm.us or (575) 912-3166.

"This new location provides us a better opportunity to serve the veterans and their dependents in Grant, Luna, and Hidalgo Counties," said DVS Secretary Jack Fox. "It offers easier access, has plenty of parking, and should make for a better experience for those who need our services."

According to the latest data from the VA, approximately 6,400 veterans live in the tri-county area.