Veterans Service Office of Pottawattamie County

06/22/2026

If you are a veteran who needs help, whether that is physically or mentally. At times veterans just need someone to talk to about some of the problems causing them a lot of stress. The Veteran Crisis Line is a great way to help in this area. The attached link will give you all the information needed to contact someone either by phone call, text message, and chatting online. They are committed to help you 24/7 365 days a year. Home (veteranscrisisline.net)

06/19/2026

The VA Hospital Omaha is a fantastic resource for our local Veterans. While not everyone who served is eligible, there are many ways one might gain access. Please contact us to see if you may qualify and follow the link below for more information.

https://www.pottcounty-ia.gov/veterans_service_office/va_medical_centers/

06/17/2026

🚨Attention Veterans: Scam Alert🚨
Veterans, please note that the widely spread pictured advertisement in this post is a scam. VA has neither prepared this information nor approved it for dissemination.

Eligible Veterans enrolled in VA healthcare may qualify to receive therapeutic shoes, including custom inserts, if a VA clinician determines they are medically necessary. Veterans with conditions like flat feet, plantar fasciitis, or diabetes often qualify for these footwear benefits if a need is determined and following a podiatry examine.

Please remember to safeguard your personal information. Scams are established to get sensitive information from you and sometimes they appear to be authentic. Be skeptical, safeguard your personal information.

06/17/2026

One of the things we can help our local veterans with is getting compensation from the Federal VA for injuries or conditions they received during or because of their time in service. Each case is different and often complex, which is why we have several caseworkers available to assist you with your situation. For more information, please contact us or follow the link below.

https://www.pottcounty-ia.gov/veterans_service_office/federal_services/

06/16/2026

The Griswold American Legion Auxiliary Post 508 invites you to attend a Be The One Su***de Prevention Training designed to help identify and support veterans who may be struggling with thoughts of su***de. The training is being held at the CCharles W. Smith Post 508Legion Building on Main Street in Griswold.

Every day, veterans face challenges that can leave them feeling isolated and hopeless. This training provides practical information and tools to help recognize warning signs, start meaningful conversations, and connect veterans with resources that can save lives.

This important event is open to the public. Whether you are a veteran, family member, friend, community leader, healthcare worker, or simply someone who cares about the well-being of those who have served our country, your participation can make a difference.

Join us and become part of a nationwide effort to reduce veteran su***de. Together, we can strengthen our communities, support our veterans, and perhaps even save a life.

Be the One to listen.
Be the One to reach out.
Be the One to make a difference.

06/15/2026

Progressive holds an annual vehicle giveaway at locations across the United States. Keys To Progress presents veterans facing difficult personal circumstances for which a vehicle may help, such as finding employment and getting to medical appointments. Application deadline is Friday, August 7, 2026. For information on the program as well as application requirements, visit

Learn more about Progressive’s annual event gifting vehicles to veterans in need.

06/15/2026

If you are honorably discharged veteran a National Cemetery can be an option for you and your spouse for burial. With this benefit the veteran would not have to pay for either the headstone or plot. For more information, please call our closest national cemetery, which is in Omaha, NE. Below is the link that will help you with contact information as well as detailed of this benefit.

Omaha National Cemetery - National Cemetery Administration (va.gov)

06/14/2026

On June 14, 1777, the Second Continental Congress passed a resolution approving the stars and stripes as our national flag. Join us in celebrating Flag Day by proudly flying Old Glory.

06/14/2026

Happy 251st Birthday to the United States Army! Visit www.army.mil/1775/ to read about the history of America's oldest service branch.

06/12/2026

Our next commission meeting will be held in our office on Monday, June 15, 2026 at 3:00pm.