Boone County, Indiana [May 11, 2025] — Boone County Government is proud to announce that Boone County Veteran Service Officer Mike Spidel has earned official accreditation through the Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs (IDVA), completing a rigorous statewide program designed to strengthen services for Indiana veterans and their families.
The accreditation recognizes Spidel’s successful completion of professional standards and training established by IDVA to ensure County Veteran Service Officers are equipped to help veterans navigate benefits, healthcare access, and other critical services.
Indiana is the first state in the nation to implement comprehensive statewide accreditation standards for County Veteran Service Officers, reinforcing a commitment to consistent, high-quality support for veterans at the local level.
“Mike’s accreditation reflects his dedication to serving Boone County veterans with professionalism, compassion, and expertise,” said Nick Parr, Boone County Director of Administration. “Veterans and their families often face complex systems when seeking benefits and assistance, and this certification helps ensure they have knowledgeable local support they can trust,” Parr said.
Spidel was recognized during a ceremony attended by Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs leadership and fellow accredited service officers from across Central Indiana. He received both an accreditation certificate and a commemorative challenge coin recognizing fully accredited officers.
Boone County officials said the accreditation further strengthens the county’s ongoing commitment to serving local veterans and connecting them with the benefits and resources they have earned through military service.
The Boone County Veteran Service Office assists veterans and their families with federal, state, and local benefits, including disability claims, healthcare enrollment, education assistance, and survivor benefits.
For more information about veteran services in Boone County, contact the Boone County Veteran Service Office at (765) 483-4480.
PHOTO ATTACHMENT: Mike Spidel (right) receives his Indiana Accreditation Certificate from Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs Director Jake Adams. Photo credit: IDVA
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MEDIA CONTACT:
Brent T. Wheat
Boone County Communications Director
(765) 859-8660
Source: Boone County Government — Boone County Veteran Service Officer Earns State Accreditation, 2026-05-11.