How to apply for Veterans van to the Little Rock VA hospitals (Independence County Veterans Service Office) in Arkansas

Independence County Veterans Service Office

Who it's for

The Independence County Veterans Service Office runs a DAV van that takes veterans to the Little Rock VA hospital and the North Little Rock VA hospital. The van runs on Mondays and Wednesdays (not on holidays) and leaves at 7:00 a.m. Call the office at 870-793-8812 to ask for a seat. The same office also helps veterans and widows apply for VA disability, medical, education, home loan and burial benefits. The office is in the county courthouse at 192 E. Main Street, Batesville, open Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Rides go only to the Little Rock and North Little Rock VA hospitals on set days, and seats depend on space. Call ahead to reserve. Not legal or financial advice.

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

  • Call the Veterans Service Office to ask what to bring (proof of veteran status may be asked for)

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 870-793-8812

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Veterans van to the Little Rock VA hospitals (Independence County Veterans Service Office). 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 call the Veterans Service Office to ask what to bring (proof of veteran status may be asked for) — 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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Not legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.