How to apply for County Veterans Affairs office — Winneshiek in Iowa

Winneshiek County Commission of Veteran Affairs

Who it's for

The Winneshiek County Veterans Affairs office at 201 West Main, Decorah, IA 52101 helps veterans and their families. The office helps honorably discharged veterans and eligible dependents apply for county, state and federal veterans benefits and fills out VA forms free of charge. For Winneshiek County residents, it may give temporary emergency county help with basic needs such as rent, food, utilities, emergency medical services and burial, under its eligibility guidelines. Call the office at 563-382-5786.

The county Commission of Veteran Affairs decides county assistance under its own guidelines, and federal VA benefits are decided by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Call ahead; office hours may change.

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 to ask what to bring

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 1-563-382-5786

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about County Veterans Affairs office — Winneshiek. 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 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.