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

Who it's for

The Clarke County Commission of Veteran Affairs is the county veterans office. The office helps with federal claims such as disability compensation, pension, survivor pension and DIC, aid and attendance, VA health care, burial benefits and military records, and with state benefits such as the Iowa Veterans Home, Iowa Veterans Trust Fund and the Military Property Tax Exemption. The director also helps veterans apply for county help with food, rent or mortgage payments and utilities, and grave markers are supplied to veterans buried in Clarke County. Visit the office at the Clarke County Courthouse, 100 Main St., Osceola (Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to noon and 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. (appointments preferred)), or call 641-342-2933.

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) — Clarke. 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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