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

Who it's for

The Plymouth County Commission of Veteran Affairs is the county veterans office. Plymouth County's VA-certified staff help veterans and dependents apply for disability compensation, pension, survivor pension, aid and attendance, VA appeals, Eligibility Verification Reports and Iowa Veterans Home admission, and help get military records and grave markers. Veterans must have been discharged under honorable conditions and served 90 days or more of federal active duty. Visit the office at the Plymouth County Courthouse, 215 4th Ave SE, Le Mars (Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (closed 12:00 to 12:30)), or call 712-546-7090.

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) — Plymouth. 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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