The Veterans Affairs Department in Buchanan County, Iowa is a federal agency that provides services to veterans, including veterans of the Armed Forces and the Reserves. The Buchanan County VA offers a range of benefits, such as housing assistance, medical benefits, and disability compensation. Veterans may also qualify for education and vocational benefits, such as the G.I. Bill, pension services, and benefits for the spouses and family members of veterans. The Veterans Affairs Department medical benefits include VA-run medical centers, outpatient clinics, and nursing home care. Local Vet Centers provide veterans benefits such as employment assistance, counseling services, and assistance applying for other Buchanan County VA benefits. The Buchanan County VA also offers assistance with qualifying for benefits and receiving VA benefits. The Veterans Affairs Department provides additional information about VA benefits and Vet Centers on its website.
Buchanan County Veterans Affairs Independence IA 210 5th Avenue Northeast 50644 319-334-4961
Veterans of Foreign Wars Independence IA 128 3rd Avenue Northeast 50644 319-334-4619