VETERANS ASSISTANCE COMMISSION | VETERANS ASSISTANCE COMMISSION - WINNEBAGO COUNTY

Provides assistance for:

- Rent, utility, and limited mortgage payments.

- Household/hygiene vouchers.

- Employment referrals/advocacy.

- Community services referrals.

- Military service records retrieval assistance.

Physical Address

555 North Court Street, Rockford, IL 61103

Hours

Mon 8 am - 4 pm; Tue 8 am - 4 pm; Wed 8 am - 4 pm; Thu 8 am - 4 pm; Fri 8 am - 4 pm;

Fax

(815) 516-2851

Application process

Call, text, or email for information

Fee

None

Required documents

DD-214 (the VAC can apply for one from NPRS but takes time to receive), LINK card from DHS and an award letter, photo ID, Social Security card, marriage license or divorce decree (if applicable), Death Certificate (if applicable)

Eligibility

Open to veterans who are residents of Winnebago County, have an honorable discharge, have exhausted all financial resources, are seeking employment, disability, or are disabled and unable to work, satisfy Income Qualifications as set by laws

Languages

English, Spanish

Service area

Winnebago County, Illinois

Agency info

VETERANS ASSISTANCE COMMISSION - WINNEBAGO COUNTY

Helps veterans navigate available entitlements and support programs.