Across Brunswick, Columbus, and Horry counties, veterans don’t have to look far to find support. Much of it is rooted in familiar places – county offices tucked into government buildings, small VA clinics along rural highways, and community spaces where neighbors gather to honor service and look after one another.
For the thousands of veterans who call this region home, these local touchpoints make all the difference.
By BC News Staff Writer
Brunswick County, NC: Support That Feels Neighbor‑to‑Neighbor
In Brunswick County, many veterans begin at the Veterans Services Office in Bolivia, where accredited service officers help with disability claims, survivor benefits, education programs, and the paperwork that can feel overwhelming without guidance. The office’s small, steady team often knows veterans by name, creating a sense of familiarity and trust.
Nearby in Supply, the VA Outpatient Clinic provides primary care and mental health services. For rural veterans, especially those in the western and southern parts of the county, having a clinic this close means fewer long drives and more consistent care. Seeing the same nurses and staff at each visit helps build long‑term relationships that matter.
Columbus County, NC: Two Local Anchors for Veterans in and Around Whiteville
Columbus County’s veteran community is supported by two key hubs, both centered around Whiteville. Together, they create a network that blends official benefits assistance with community driven outreach.
Columbus County Veterans Services Office
The county’s official Veterans Services Office helps veterans and families navigate federal and state benefits. Staff assist with claims, eligibility questions, and referrals to VA medical centers in Wilmington, Fayetteville, or Myrtle Beach. For many, this office is the first stop when they need help understanding or updating their benefits.
Veterans Memorial Park of America
Just outside Whiteville, the Veterans Memorial Park of America serves as a gathering place for veterans, families, and supporters. Under the leadership of Angelia and Randy Norris, the park hosts ceremonies, outreach events, and benefit‑enrollment days that bring federal resources directly to local veterans.
When the Veterans Benefits Administration visits the park, veterans can receive help with claims and benefit updates without leaving the county. For older veterans or those with transportation challenges, this access is invaluable. The park also provides a place to connect, reflect, and feel part of a larger community.
Together, the county office and the park form a two‑part support system: one focused on official benefits and claims, the other on community connection and accessible assistance.
Horry County, SC: A Strong Network in a Growing Community
Across the state line, Horry County’s Veterans Affairs Office in Conway provides comprehensive support for veterans, dependents, and surviving spouses. With active veteran communities in both Myrtle Beach and Conway, the office stays busy helping with claims, appeals, and benefit navigation.
The county is also home to several Disabled American Veterans (DAV) chapters, American Legion posts, and nonprofit partners. These groups offer transportation, peer support, and community events that help veterans stay connected. Multiple VA clinics in the Myrtle Beach area provide primary care and mental health services close to home.
Local Veteran Support Contacts
- Brunswick County, NC
Brunswick County Veterans Services Office
Address: 10 Referendum Drive, Building F, Bolivia
Phone: 910.253.2233
Email: veterans@brunswickcountync.gov
Brunswick County VA Outpatient Clinic
Address: 20 Medical Campus Drive, Supply
Phone: 910.754.6141
- Columbus County, NC
Columbus County Veterans Services Office
Address: 805 Pinckney Street, Whiteville
Phone: 910.640.6638
Veterans Memorial Park of America
Address: 6354 James B. White Highway S., Whiteville
Phone: 910.840.3848
Email: veteransmemorialparkofamerica@gmail.com
- Horry County, SC
Horry County Veterans Affairs Office
Address: 2830 Oak Street, Conway
Phone: 843.915.5480
Email: va@horrycountysc.gov
DAV Chapter 57 – Conway
Address: 1622 Legion Street, Conway
Phone: 843.248.1464
DAV Chapter 30 – Myrtle Beach
Address: 1111 Mr. Joe White Avenue, Myrtle Beach
Phone: 843.448.8251
A Community That Stands Ready — Across all three counties, the support system for veterans is built on something but powerful: local people caring for local veterans. Whether it’s a service officer helping a family file a claim, a nurse greeting a veteran by name at the clinic, or a community gathering at the Veterans Memorial Park of America.
The message is the same – your service matters here, and support is close to home.
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