Service to the Armed Forces
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Emergency Communications
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Caseworkers help families send emergency messages regarding death or serious illness and provide verifications to help military commanders make emergency leave decisions.
In Benton, Buchanan, Cedar, Delaware, Iowa, Linn, Johnson, Jones, and Washington counties call (319) 393-3500 during business hours Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. or 1-800-696-3873 after hours for immediate assistance.
In Black Hawk, Bremer, Butler, Chickasaw, Fayette and Grundy counties call (319) 234-6831 for 24 hour assistance.
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Secure Emergency Financial Assistance
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The Red Cross collaborates with military aid societies to provide financial assistance to military members and their families when a crisis arises. The Grant Wood Area Chapter can help veterans with assistance paying bills, such as utilities or rent. This is a one-time offer for veterans. If you need assistance, please call (319) 393-3500
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Veteran’s Services
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Red Cross workers can assist veterans with advocacy, information about benefits and referrals to community resources. Red Cross volunteers also serve veterans at the Veteran’s Affairs Medical Center in Iowa City.
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The Iowa Auxilary National Guard is having a fundraiser to provide teddy bears to children of of deployed service members. Please consider getting involved by clicking here.
For more information about these services, or to find out how you can help, e-mail Tina Coleman. |
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