Delaware Code Title 29. State Government § 8804. Duties of the Secretary with the advice of the Commission

(1) Develop and propose strategies for providing alternative forms of elder care or to create 1 or more additional veterans homes to ensure that as many veterans as possible can be served and housed as they grow older.

(2) Operate and administer 1 or more Delaware veterans memorial cemeteries in this State and promulgate such rules and regulations governing the operation of the cemeteries as necessary.

(3) Maintain a repository for all veterans' “Statement of Service” or similar documentary verification of active armed service.

(4) Administer the Delaware Veterans Trust Fund, which will provide financial assistance or grants to veterans with a minimum discharge status of general discharge under honorable conditions to cover costs associated with medical and dental needs;  medical transportation;  homelessness support;  home repairs and safety modifications;  household utilities;  and educational or retraining programs.

(5) Represent this State in concert with other states' veterans' agencies and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on matters of mutual interest and concern.

(6) Coordinate with and advise all departments and agencies of this State on all matters pertaining to education, training, employment, medical, and financial benefit programs for veterans, their dependents, and their survivors.