How to apply for County veterans affairs office — Clay in Iowa

Clay County Commission of Veteran Affairs

Who it's for

The Clay County Veterans Affairs office is at 505 2nd Ave W., Suite C in Spencer (Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.). The office gives emergency help to qualifying veterans with money hardships, under Iowa Code chapter 250. It also helps veterans and their dependents apply for VA medical care, disability compensation, pensions, Aid and Attendance, the Iowa Veterans Home and nursing home care, military records, burial benefits, education and home loan benefits. Call 712-262-5547.

The county Commission of Veteran Affairs decides who gets county help and how much, based on its own rules and funds. Federal VA benefits are decided by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

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 office to ask what to bring

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 1-712-262-5547

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about County veterans affairs office — Clay. 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 office to ask what 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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Not legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.