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2319 East War Memorial Drive, Peoria, IL 61614

Provides training, support services, and job referral opportunities with employers in Central Illinois for U.S. Military veterans. Can also assist with veterans benefits through a V.A. Accredited Claims Agent who is available by appointment.

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United Way of the Midlands
1901 Howard Street, Evanston, IL 60202
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (United States VA) assists veterans in finding out what benefits they are eligible for, and how to apply. Veterans may contact the benefits hotline at (800) 827-1000 or visit a local VA center to get help with:Enrolling in VA health care and connecting with primary care providersFinding where to file a disability claim and the necessary steps to takeConnecting with a Veteran Service Officer and local Veterans Service Organizations

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211 Metro Chicago
157 North Main Street, Suite 115, Edwardsville, IL 62025
Administrative Case Work and Advocacy-Related Services:
  • Veterans' Benefits Administration (VBA) compensation and pension claims filing
  • Veterans' Health Administration (VHA) health care benefits enrollment
  • Local, state, and federal benefits filing
  • Application and forms processing
  • Assistance in obtaining military records and medical documentation
  • Specialized information and referral services
  • Limited estate planning (wills and advance directives)
  • Limited home adaptation and medical equipment
  • Collection of and proper disposal of unserviceable flags
  • Assistance in obtaining Illinois State ID cards

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United Way of Greater St Louis 211
7431 Astor Avenue, Hanover Park, IL 60133
Hanover Township's Department of Human Services offers programs and services to improve the quality of life of Hanover Township residents experiencing hardships. The department's primary function is to provide financial assistance to qualifying residents through General and Emergency Assistance. The Human Services Department also oversees the Township's Food Pantry, which is available to the Township residents six days per week. Department staff are also Accredited Veterans Service Officers who are able to assist Township Veterans and their families in applying for qualifying benefits from state and federal agencies. Employment Services, such as offering assistance for interview skills, resume writing, and job searches, are also available through the department.

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211 Metro Chicago
1807 North Harlem Avenue, Elmwood Park, IL 60707
Senior Helpers specializes in providing in-home assistance services. Offerings include:Alzheimer's & Dementia CareParkinson's CareCompanion CarePersonal CareReturn Home Transitional CareChronic Disease CareVA Benefits AssistanceRespite CareEnd-of-Life Support Care

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211 Metro Chicago
137 South Church Street, Decatur, IL 62523

Assists low-income veterans and their families in obtaining and maintaining permanent stable housing. Assists through strengths-based goal planning to address current gaps in the Veteran’s ability to secure or maintain stable and sustainable permanent housing. Services can include: Case management; Peer mentoring/advocacy from fellow Veterans; Linkage to VA and other community resources; Training in life skills, coping skills, and housing preparation; Linkage to specialists in budgeting, credit counseling, legal services, job preparation, and employment search; Temporary financial assistance to address housing barriers; Landlord/ tenant mediation

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United Way of the Midlands
820 South Damen Avenue, Chicago, IL 60612
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (United States VA) assists veterans in finding out what benefits they are eligible for, and how to apply. Veterans may contact the benefits hotline at (800) 827-1000 or visit a local VA center to get help with:Enrolling in VA health care and connecting with primary care providersFinding where to file a disability claim and the necessary steps to takeConnecting with a Veteran Service Officer and local Veterans Service Organizations

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211 Metro Chicago
1311 Lindbergh Plaza Center, Saint Louis, MO 63132
Assistance to veterans/dependants/survivors in claim processing for Department of Veterans Affairs Benefits.

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United Way of Greater St Louis 211
833 South Spring Street, Springfield, IL 62794-9432
Helps navigate federal, state, and local resources and benefits available to veterans.

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211 DuPage County
Assists veterans and their families with finding the support and opportunities they need, including family support, education, housing, legal aid, mental health struggles, disability claims, finding employment and budget counseling.

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211 DuPage County
2501 Mannheim Road, Franklin Park, IL 60131
Leyden Township's Veterans Service Liaison can provide assistance and/or information regarding housing benefits, compensation and pension, education and training, employment benefits, health care & pharmacy programs, Illinois insurance programs, burial benefits, military records, transportation, and more.

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211 Metro Chicago
200 North LaSalle Street, Suite 1400, Chicago, IL 60601
Free legal clinics for assistance on public benefits, including VA benefits, discharge upgrades and character of discharge reviews, and VA debt. For other civil legal aid issues, they offer advice and referrals during the appointment and screen for extended representation by Legal Aid Chicago staff.The clinics are hosted at:Jesse Brown VA Medical Center: 820 S. Damen Avenue Chicago, IL 60612VA's Community Resource and Referral Center (CRRC): 1141 South California Avenue Chicago, IL 60612

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211 Metro Chicago
10201 South Cicero Avenue, Oak Lawn, IL 60453
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (United States VA) assists veterans in finding out what benefits they are eligible for, and how to apply. Veterans may contact the benefits hotline at (800) 827-1000 or visit a local VA center to get help with:Enrolling in VA health care and connecting with primary care providersFinding where to file a disability claim and the necessary steps to takeConnecting with a Veteran Service Officer and local Veterans Service Organizations

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211 Metro Chicago
4519 West Main, Belleville, IL 62226
Office closed due to COVID-19. Contact number provided for questions. Assists veterans of military service, their dependents and survivors with obtaining benefits.

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United Way of Greater St Louis 211
5000 South 5th Avenue, Hines, IL 60141
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (United States VA) assists veterans in finding out what benefits they are eligible for, and how to apply. Veterans may contact the benefits hotline at (800) 827-1000 or visit a local VA center to get help with:Enrolling in VA health care and connecting with primary care providersFinding where to file a disability claim and the necessary steps to takeConnecting with a Veteran Service Officer and local Veterans Service Organizations

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211 Metro Chicago
1776 East Washington Street, Urbana, IL 61802

Provides assistance to discharged veterans and their dependents in applying for federal benefits, including compensation or pension claims, as well as benefits available under federal, state, or local laws. Services may include emergency financial assistance for basic necessities such as rent or mortgage payments, utilities, burial benefits, transportation assistance (bus tokens) and food.

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United Way of the Midlands
1400 East Touhy Avenue, Suite 305, Des Plaines, IL 60018
Senior Helpers specializes in providing in-home assistance services. Offerings include:Alzheimer's & Dementia CareParkinson's CareCompanion CarePersonal CareReturn Home Transitional CareChronic Disease CareVA Benefits AssistanceRespite CareEnd-of-Life Support Care

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211 Metro Chicago
1790 Nations Drive, Suite 221, Gurnee, IL 60031
Provides assistance to Lake County veterans and their families, including: Processing any/all claims with Veterans Affairs (VA) Emergency financial assistance Survivor spousal benefits Burial benefits

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Lake County 211
309 South Galena Avenue, Dixon, IL 61021

Provides assistance to veterans and their dependents in applying for federal benefits, including compensation or pension claims, and benefits available through federal, state, or local laws. Offers emergency financial assistance for basic necessities such as rent or mortgage payments, utilities, burial benefits, transportation assistance (bus tokens) and food. 

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United Way of the Midlands
1590 Sherman Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201
Senior Helpers specializes in providing in-home assistance services. Offerings include:Alzheimer's & Dementia CareParkinson's CareCompanion CarePersonal CareReturn Home Transitional CareChronic Disease CareVA Benefits AssistanceRespite CareEnd-of-Life Support Care

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211 Metro Chicago
5000 South 5th Avenue, Hines, IL 60141
Veterans Legal Clinic - free legal aid with a range of areas including VA benefits, Social Security, evictions for those with housing vouchers, foreclosures, and others.

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211 DuPage County
211 Dixie Highway, Suite 4, Chicago Heights, IL 60411
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (United States VA) assists veterans in finding out what benefits they are eligible for, and how to apply. Veterans may contact the benefits hotline at (800) 827-1000 or visit a local VA center to get help with:Enrolling in VA health care and connecting with primary care providersFinding where to file a disability claim and the necessary steps to takeConnecting with a Veteran Service Officer and local Veterans Service Organizations

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211 Metro Chicago
10 Collinsville Avenue, East Saint Louis, IL 62201
Assists veterans of military service, their dependents and survivors with obtaining benefits.

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United Way of Greater St Louis 211
2500 North Annie Glidden Road, Suite A, Dekalb, IL 60115

Offers to help veterans maneuver through the Department of Veterans Affairs in regards to:

- Healthcare.

- Disability Claims.

- Pension Claims.

- Education.

Also helps surviving family members with their dealings with the Department of Veterans Affairs. Financial assistance is provided to Military Veterans who served in the Armed Forces of the United States. This assistance is designed to help veterans and their families, who are in need of shelter. All assistance is paid by voucher to the vendor.

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United Way of the Midlands
2206 South 6th Street, Springfield, IL 62703

Offers programs to support Veterans and their families, including grants, scholarships, and awards and honors.

Collects used items to sell, with a truck to pick up donations from a home or other setting. Also offers trailer sites for donation drop off.

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