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

Who it's for

The Harrison County Commission of Veteran Affairs is the county veterans office. The Harrison County Veteran Affairs director helps veterans and their widows, widowers, spouses and minor children with VA pensions, compensation, medical care, nursing care, aid and attendance, home loans, education and burial benefits. Veterans must have been discharged under other than dishonorable conditions. Visit the office at 116 N 2nd Ave., Logan (Monday to Thursday, 8:15 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. (appointments strongly recommended)), or call 712-644-2760.

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) — Harrison. 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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