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

Who it's for

The Adams County Commission of Veteran Affairs is the county veterans office. The office helps veterans, their families and dependents 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. The county-funded Adams County Veterans Relief Program helps resident veterans with emergency basic needs: rent, utilities, food, fuel and burial. To qualify, a veteran must have an honorable discharge, meet income guidelines, apply for all other benefits, and have emergency needs that cannot be met another way. Visit the office at the Courthouse, 500 Ninth St., Corning (Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (closed for lunch noon to 1 p.m.)), or call 641-322-4455.

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) — Adams. 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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