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Veteran Affairs

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1. How can I contact Linn County Veteran Affairs?

Call 319-892-5160 or e-mail [email protected]

2. How do I qualify for Linn County Veteran Affairs emergency assistance?

To be eligible for emergency assistance the veteran/applicant must meet the following eligibility criteria:

• Must be a resident of Linn County for at least 30 days

• Veteran must have received an Honorable Discharge or General Discharge Under Honorable Conditions. If the veteran has more than one military discharge, all discharges must meet this requirement

• Veteran must have served 90 consecutive days of federal active duty for other than training purposes or have a VA recognized service-connected disability

• Must have an emergent need that cannot be met by other means and is not due to their own financial misconduct

• Applicant must provide proof of an unexpected expense that caused a financial hardship

• Must meet the income guidelines established by the Iowa Veterans Trust Fund

Questions? Call 319-892-5160 or stop by our office at: 1240 26th Ave Ct SW Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

3. How do I enroll for VA medical benefits?

Contact Linn County Veterans Affairs at 319-892-5160 and we would be happy to help you apply for your VA medical benefits. You can also go to https://www.va.gov/health-care/  to learn more. 

4. Does the Department of Veterans Affairs have a 24-hour crisis line?

The Department of Veterans Affairs has a 24-hour crisis line. The number is 1-800-273-8255 and press 1. Or text 838255.  https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/

Please note that on 7/16/2022 this number will change to 988 and press 1

5. Are there local agencies that I can contact if I am experiencing a mental health crisis?

Mental Health Access Center 501 13th St. NW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52405 or call (319) 892-5612  https://www.linncountyiowa.gov/1423/Mental-Health-Access-Center

Foundation 2 Crisis Services  1714 Johnson Ave NW Cedar Rapids, IA 52405  or call (319) 362-2174   https://foundation2.org/services/crisis-center/

Abbe Center for Community Mental Health 520 11th St. NW Cedar Rapids, IA 52405 or call (319) 398-3562  https://www.unitypoint.org/cedarrapids/abbe-mental-health-center.aspx

6. How do I get a ride to the Iowa City VA Hospital?

Veterans that have an appointment scheduled at the VA Hospital may call DAV Transportation for a ride. Please call at least 72 hours ahead of the scheduled appointment. The DAV VAN phone number is 319-339-7061. Rides are available Monday through Friday.

For a wheelchair accessible ride contact VTS 319-338-0581 extension 6009.

7. How do I get Veteran designation on my Drivers License?

You must meet the definition of Veteran from Iowa Code Chapter 35.1 or Retired Military. Bring in your Retired Military ID and Driver’s License or the DD214 Military Discharge. We have forms available at our office or you can download from the link below. https://iowadot.seamlessdocs.com/f/CertofEligibilityforVeteranDesignonDLIDCard. Call the office to make an appointment to bring form in and we will certify it. After we sign the form, take it to the DOT station and present it along with your Drivers License. If your license is not set to expire the DOT may have a charge.

8. I need to contact the VA Cedar Rapids Medical Clinic. What is the address and phone number?

The VA Cedar Rapids Medical Clinic is located at 3500 Dalton Way SW, Ste. 400, Westdale Town Center, Cedar Rapids, IA  52404 and can be reached by phone at (319) 369-4340.

9. I need to contact the Iowa City VA Hospital/Iowa City VA Health Care center. What is the address and phone number?

The Iowa City VA Hospital is located at 601 Highway 6 W, Iowa City, IA  52246 and can be reached by phone at (319) 338-0581.

10. What is the contact information to the local Vet Center?

The Cedar Rapids Vet Center is located at 4250 River Center Ct NE, Cedar Rapids, IA  52402 and can be reached by phone at (319) 378-0016.

11. I am a veteran and have a service-connected disability that limits my ability to work. Who can I contact about employment?

Veterans looking for employment can visit VA Vocational Rehabilitation at 1642 42^nd St. NE, Cedar Rapids, IA  52402 or call (319) 378-5582.

Iowa Works 4444 1st Ave NE, Suite 436 Cedar Rapids, IA 52402  (319) 365-9474

12. What is the local contact information for veterans who are homeless/near homeless?

Homeless or near homeless vets can visit the Community Resource and Referral Center (CRRC) at 1585 1^st Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids, IA  52402 or call (319) 365-0898. 

Willis Dady Homeless Services 1247 4th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403 or call (319) 362-7555  Email: [email protected]  https://www.willisdady.org/

13. How can I order my discharge papers/DD214?

To request a copy of your discharge papers visit https://archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records.

14. How can I find out more about the Iowa Veterans Trust Fund benefits?

To learn more about the Iowa Veterans Trust Fund visit https://va.iowa.gov/iowa-veterans-trust-fund.

15. How can I get documentation of my current VA Disability Rating?

To get documentation of your current VA Disability Rating call the VA Benefits line at 1-800-827-1000.

16. How can I apply for benefits/manage my benefits/manage my healthcare?

Contact a local VSO or go to the ebenefits website:  https://www.ebenefits.va.gov/ebenefits/homepage.

17. How can I get information about agency resources in Linn County?

Visit the Community Resources page on the Linn County website: https://www.linncounty.org/130/Community-Resources.

18. Is there a website where I can get Veteran specific information /resources in Linn County?

For Linn County veteran resources information visit https://www.linncounty.org/DocumentCenter/View/3077/Veterans-PDF.

Freedom Foundation 609 Center Point Rd NE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52402 or call (319) 826-2010 https://usfreedomfoundation.org/

19. How do I find applications for the Military Service Tax Exemption and the Disabled Veteran's Homestead Tax Credit?

If you live within the city limits of Cedar Rapids, Iowa  -  https://cedarrapids.iowaassessors.com/forms.php

If you live anywhere else in Linn County, Iowa - https://linn.iowaassessors.com/exemptions.php

20. Where do I find information on Iowa Department of Veterans Affairs (IDVA) State Benefits?

https://va.iowa.gov/benefits