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

Who it's for

The Cass County Commission of Veteran Affairs is the county veterans office. The Cass County Veterans Affairs Commission helps veterans discharged under honorable conditions and their family members apply for federal benefits, including disability compensation, pension, surviving spouse pension, aid and attendance, military records, VA health care, Iowa Veterans Home admission and headstones. It also helps honorably discharged Cass County veterans and their families with rent payments, utilities, food, medical and dental care, prescriptions, transportation, burial assistance and grave markers, subject to eligibility guidelines. Visit the office at the Cass County Courthouse, 5 West 7th Street, Atlantic (Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.), or call 712-243-6662.

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) — Cass. 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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