How to apply for County veterans office and help (Commission of Veteran Affairs) — Pottawattamie in Iowa
Pottawattamie County Commission of Veteran Affairs
Who it's for
The Pottawattamie County Commission of Veteran Affairs is the county veterans office. The Pottawattamie County Veterans Service Office helps veterans and their dependents find out which county, state and federal veterans benefits they qualify for, completes forms and gives referrals and follow-up, free of charge. Its caseworkers are nationally accredited by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. The Commission of Veteran Affairs runs a Veteran Emergency Assistance program (county and state assistance) as well as federal claims help. Visit the office at 623 6th Ave, Council Bluffs, or call 712-328-5797.
The VA and the Iowa Department of Veterans Affairs decide federal and state benefits. County help is for emergency needs, follows the county's own income guidelines, and depends on the commission's budget; the commission decides each request.
People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.
Discover my benefitsWhat you'll need
- DD-214 (discharge papers) and call to ask what else to bring
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 1-712-328-5797
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about County veterans office and help (Commission of Veteran Affairs) — Pottawattamie. 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
none
Not sure if you qualify? Run a free check first.
Discover my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.