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

Union County Commission of Veteran Affairs

Who it's for

The Union County Commission of Veteran Affairs is the county veterans office. The office helps veterans apply for benefits such as VA medical care, compensation and pension, the Iowa Veterans Home, military records, grave markers and home loans. Eligible veterans with financial hardships may apply for temporary emergency assistance. Visit the office at 300 N. Pine St., Suite 130, Creston, or call 641-782-1723.

The VA and the Iowa Department of Veterans Affairs decide federal and state benefits. County help is for emergency needs, follows the county's own income guidelines, and depends on the commission's budget; the commission decides each request.

People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.

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What you'll need

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

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 1-641-782-1723

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about County veterans office and help (Commission of Veteran Affairs) — Union. 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

none

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Not legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.