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Veteran Affairs

Our Office

Veteran Service Programs

Veteran Relief Programs

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Director of Linn County Veteran Affairs


Forms
10-10EZ Application for Health Benefits

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21-4142 AUTHORIZATION AND CONSENT TO RELEASE INFOR

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21-5126 APPLICATION FOR COMPENSATION AND

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21-534 APPLICATION FOR DEPENDENCY AND INDEMNITY

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26-1880- VA Home Loan

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40-1330-HEADSTONE OR MARKER

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SF 180 Military Record Request Form

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Veteran Affairs
The Linn County Veteran Affairs Office has temporarily relocated to the second floor of Linn County West, 2500 Edgewood Road SW in Cedar Rapids. This location is connected to the east side of Westdale Mall.


Linn County's VA-certified staff helps eligible veterans apply for compensation and pension programs to assist veterans and their dependents, including the following:
-Compensation for Service-Connected Disability/Death
-Non-Service-Connected Disability Pension
-Death Pension for Surviving Spouse and Dependent Children
-Aid and Attendance for Nursing Home and Housebound Veterans
-Appeals of Unfavorable VA Rulings
-Eligibility Verification Reports (EVR)
-Application for Iowa Veterans Home



The staff also assists with:
-Obtaining military records and awards.
-Distributing grave markers and flag holders for Linn County.
-Networking with Veteran's Administration Hospitals.
-Networking with other VA facilities and social service agencies.
-Conducts Mind Body Medicine Support Groups for PTSD.


The veteran must have been discharged under honorable conditions and have served 90 days or more of Federal active duty service.


MISSION STATEMENT


Serve each veteran Remember their service Understand their needs.


 

FAQ
General Questions
  • Does the Department of Veteran Affairs have 24-hour crisis line?
  • How do I qualify for the veteran affairs relief program?
  • How can I obtain a copy of my military records?
  • How do I enroll for VA medical benefits?
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    Contact Info
    Linn County, Iowa
    Linn County, Iowa
    Mailing Address:

    930 First Street SW
    Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
    319-892-5160
    319-892-5169 fax
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    Business Hours:
    Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00pm

    Other Information:
    Evening Appointments call 892-5162
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    Nursing Home Status Statement
    VFW National
    VFW Post Website
    American Legion
    Military Medals
    26-1880 VA Home Loans
    21-530 Burial Application
    21-526 Application for Veteran Benefits
    21-534 Application for Spouse Benefits
    21-4142 Medical Release
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