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

Who it's for

Muscatine County Veteran Affairs, at 315 Iowa Ave., Suite 1, Muscatine, helps veterans and families at no cost with a VA-accredited Veteran Service Officer. Help includes filing VA claims for disability compensation and pension, VA health care enrollment, survivor benefits, burial benefits, education and home loan benefits, Iowa property tax exemptions, and applying to the Iowa Veterans Trust Fund for emergency financial help. Open Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; calling ahead is strongly encouraged. Call 563-262-4162.

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 — Muscatine. 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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