Help for veterans in Iowa
The short answer
Homeless or about to be? Call the VA at 1 877 424 3838, 24 hours. In crisis, dial 988 and press 1. For help with benefits, contact your county veterans service officer.
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Housing help for veterans
The VA National Call Center for Homeless Veterans connects veterans and their families to VA housing help, any time of day.
Official page: va.gov/homeless
Veterans Crisis Line
Dial 988 and press 1, or text 838255, to reach the Veterans Crisis Line any time.
Official page: veteranscrisisline.net
County Veteran Affairs offices
The Iowa Department of Veterans Affairs says to start by finding your County Veteran Affairs or Veteran Service Office. Its map lists county, state and federal locations.
Official page: va.iowa.gov/contact
VA health care
You can apply for VA health care online, by phone or in person. The VA site explains who can get it and what to bring.
Official page: va.gov/health-care/how-to-apply
More help in Iowa
Sources last checked October 27, 2026. If something has changed, please tell us so we can fix it.
Nothing here is a promise of a bed, money or a spot in any program. Each place decides who it can serve. You choose what feels right for you.