How to apply for County veterans affairs office and help for veterans in need — Keokuk in Iowa

Who it's for

Keokuk County Veterans Affairs, at the courthouse at 101 S. Main, Sigourney, helps honorably discharged veterans find out if they qualify for county, state and federal veterans benefits. Veterans Emergency Assistance helps honorably discharged Keokuk County wartime veterans, and widows or minor children of wartime veterans, who cannot meet basic needs because of an emergency: shelter or rent, food vouchers, utilities, burial help and medical equipment. Income guidelines apply. Office hours are Monday to Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and Friday, 8:00 a.m. to noon. Call 641-622-2761.

What you'll need

• Call the office to ask what to bring (proof of service such as a DD-214 may be asked for)

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about County veterans affairs office and help for veterans in need — Keokuk. 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 (proof of service such as a DD-214 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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