The Arizona Department of Veterans’ Services is a state-funded agency, committed to serving and honoring Arizona Veterans, service members and their families by ensuring they receive they highest quality services so they can thrive for a lifetime.
Latest News from ADVS
ADVS Selects New Deputy Director, Assistant Deputy Director
The Arizona Department of Veterans’ Services is pleased to announce our new Deputy Director and Assistant Deputy Director of the Veteran Services Division (VSD).
Gerardo “Gary” Ochoa was selected as the new Deputy Director, where he will provide executive oversight for all divisions within ADVS
ADVS Staff Recognized at Excellence in Government Awards
The Arizona Department of Veterans’ Services was recognized by Governor Katie Hobbs’ Office last month during the first annual Excellence in Government Awards for their outstanding work serving our Arizona Veterans.
At the ceremony, Arizona State Veteran Home-Tucson administrator Bob Tunila and
New Initiatives for ADVS in Governor's FY26 Budget
The Governor’s Office has proposed four new initiatives for ADVS in the FY26 Governor’s Budget:
Homes For Heroes- The Executive Budget includes $5 million one-time from the General Fund to the newly established Homes for Heroes Fund at the Arizona Department of Veterans Services (ADVS). This
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