Temporary Emergency Assistanace provides short-term financial assistance to eligible Veterans and their dependents for rent, utilities, food, transportation, and funeral expenses.
An initial assessment will be done over the phone and an in-person office visit will be scheduled accordingly.
Your household income must be under 185% of the Federal Poverty Level to qualify for Temporary Emergency Assistance.
The required documents below must be printed out and brought with you to the appointment, or they may be emailed/faxed prior to the appointment.
- DD-214 discharge papers - Mandatory for all programs (we can assist obtaining or ordering these for you)
- All bank account statements for all of the household members
- Current lease agreement signed by both parties or utility bill in the applicant's name (If applicable)
Contact
Phone: 319-356-6049
Email: va@johnsoncountyiowa.gov
Confidential Fax: 319-688-5849