How to apply for County veterans office and help (Commission of Veteran Affairs) — Decatur in Iowa

Who it's for

The Decatur County Commission of Veteran Affairs is the county veterans office. The office helps all veterans and their family members apply for federal benefits such as disability compensation, pension, surviving spouse pension, aid and attendance, VA health care and Iowa Veterans Home admission, and state benefits such as the Iowa Veterans Trust Fund and property tax exemption. The Commission of Veterans Affairs also helps Decatur County veterans and family members discharged under honorable conditions with rent or mortgage payments, utilities, food, medical, dental and vision care, prescriptions, gasoline for medical treatment, burial assistance and grave markers, subject to eligibility guidelines. Visit the office at the Decatur County Courthouse, 207 N. Main Street, Leon (1st floor, southeast corner) (Monday to Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Friday 8:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. (appointments encouraged)), or call 641-446-7494.

What you'll need

• DD-214 (discharge papers) and call to ask what else to bring

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about County veterans office and help (Commission of Veteran Affairs) — Decatur. I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need dD-214 (discharge papers) and call to ask what else to bring — is anything else required? What is the best next step?"

Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.

Renewals

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