Veterans' Assistance Commission of Madison County, Inc.
Address
157 North Main Street
Suite 115
Edwardsville, IL 62025
(618) 296-4554
www.co.madison.il.us/departments/veterans_assistance_commission/index.php
AKA:
VACMC
Description:
Services include Food Vouchers, Mortgage Payment Assistance, Rent Payment Assistance, Personal/Grooming Supplies, Electric Service Payment Assistance, Gas Service Payment Assistance, Heating Fuel Payment Assistance, Sewer Service Payment Assistance, Water Service Payment Assistance, Veteran Benefits Assistance, Job Finding Assistance, and Pet Food.
ALSO KNOWN AS
VACMC
Handicap Accessible?
Yes
Is Shelter?
No
Related Resource
Date of Official Change:
August 28, 2023
Year Incorporated:
1989
Address Listings
Physical (Primary)
157 North Main Street
Suite 115
Edwardsville, IL 62025
Contacts
Alexis Hoops
Agency Email
(618) 296-4554
Bradley Lavite
Phone Numbers
Main
(618) 296-4554
Fax
(618) 692-8958
Legal Status:
Non-Profit
Accessibility:
Designated Parking Spaces, Elevators, Wheelchair Accessible, Outside Ramps
Services
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Description
Interim and/or Emergency Financial Assistance: Assists with utility payments to avoid shut-off.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
- True certified copy of DD-214 (discharge papers from the military with last discharge of Honorable) - Picture ID, such as Driver's License or Illinois State ID card, showing proof of residence in Madison County, Illinois - Current household income statements - Current utility bills - Current shut-off/disconnect notices (if applicable) - Valid mortgage or lease/rental agreement - Current savings and/or checking account statements - Additional documentation (marriage certificate, divorce certificates, birth certificate, death certificate, etc.) may be needed when filing for Emergency Financial Assistance
Eligibility
- Honorably Discharged Military Veterans and their families who reside in Madison County, Illinois - This financial assistance is not designed to be an ongoing financial supportive program over any considerable time; it is to provide the bare necessities of life for short-term emergency assistance - Students are not eligible unless needs arise due to an emergency, such as a natural disaster; students should contact their college or university Financial Aid Department with regard to school breaks between semesters/quarters
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call to schedule an appointment
Languages
English
Service Area
Madison County in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Madison County
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Description
Interim and/or Emergency Veterans' Assistance: Provides Veterans with emergency food assistance vouchers.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
- True certified copy of DD-214 (discharge papers from the military with last discharge of Honorable) - Picture ID, such as Driver's License or Illinois State ID card, showing proof of residence in Madison County, Illinois - Current household income statements - Current utility bills - Current shut-off/disconnect notices (if applicable) - Valid mortgage or lease/rental agreement - Eviction or foreclosure notice (if applicable) - Current savings and/or checking account statements - Additional documentation (marriage certificate, divorce certificates, birth certificate, death certificate, etc.) may be needed when filing for Emergency Veterans' Assistance
Eligibility
- Honorably Discharged Military Veterans and their families who reside in Madison County, Illinois - Emergency Veterans' Assistance is not designed to be an ongoing financial supportive program over any considerable time. It is to provide the bare necessities of life for short-term emergency assistance - Emergency Veterans' Assistance does NOT include school breaks. Students are not eligible unless needs arise due to an emergency, such as a natural disaster. Students should contact their college or university Financial Aid Department with regard to school breaks between semesters/quarters
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call to schedule an appointment
Languages
English
Service Area
Madison County in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Madison County
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Description
Interim and/or Emergency Veteran's Assistance: Assists with natural gas payments to avoid shut-off.
Hours
Mon- Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
- True certified copy of DD-214 (discharge papers from the military with last discharge of Honorable) - Picture ID, such as Driver's License or Illinois State ID card, showing proof of residence in Madison County, Illinois - Current household income statements - Current utility bills - Current shut-off/disconnect notices (if applicable) - Valid mortgage or lease/rental agreement - Eviction or foreclosure notice (if applicable) - Current savings and/or checking account statements - Additional documentation (marriage certificate, divorce certificates, birth certificate, death certificate, etc.) may be needed when filing for Emergency Veterans' Assistance
Eligibility
- Honorably Discharged Military Veterans and their families who reside in Madison County, Illinois - Emergency Veterans' Assistance is not designed to be an ongoing financial supportive program over any considerable time. It is to provide the bare necessities of life for short-term emergency assistance - Emergency Veterans' Assistance does NOT include school breaks. Students are not eligible unless needs arise due to an emergency, such as a natural disaster. Students should contact their college or university Financial Aid Department with regard to school breaks between semesters/quarters
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call to schedule an appointment
Languages
English
Service Area
Madison County in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Madison County
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Description
Interim and/or Emergency Veteran's Assistance: Assists with heating fuel payments to avoid shut-off.
Hours
Mon- Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
- True certified copy of DD-214 (discharge papers from the military with last discharge of Honorable) - Picture ID, such as Driver's License or Illinois State ID card, showing proof of residence in Madison County, Illinois - Current household income statements - Current utility bills - Current shut-off/disconnect notices (if applicable) - Valid mortgage or lease/rental agreement - Eviction or foreclosure notice (if applicable) - Current savings and/or checking account statements - Additional documentation (marriage certificate, divorce certificates, birth certificate, death certificate, etc.) may be needed when filing for Emergency Veterans' Assistance
Eligibility
- Honorably Discharged Military Veterans and their families who reside in Madison County, Illinois - Emergency Veterans' Assistance is not designed to be an ongoing financial supportive program over any considerable time. It is to provide the bare necessities of life for short-term emergency assistance - Emergency Veterans' Assistance does NOT include school breaks. Students are not eligible unless needs arise due to an emergency, such as a natural disaster. Students should contact their college or university Financial Aid Department with regard to school breaks between semesters/quarters
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call to schedule an appointment
Languages
English
Service Area
Madison County in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Madison County
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Description
Provides assistance to Veterans in their employment endeavors. The Employment Specialist provides employment and workforce-related guidance, as well as help in developing resumes, assistance in networking with local agencies and employers, and tracking information on current job openings and job fairs being held throughout the region.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
- True certified copy of DD-214 (discharge papers from the military with last discharge of Honorable) - Picture ID, such as Driver's License or IL State ID card, showing proof of residence in Madison County, Illinois
Eligibility
Honorably Discharged Military Veterans and their families
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call to schedule an appointment
Languages
English
Service Area
Madison County in Illinois
Geography Served
None
Description
Interim and/or Emergency Veterans' Assistance: Assists with mortgage payments.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
- True certified copy of DD-214 (discharge papers from the military with last discharge of Honorable) - Picture ID, such as Driver's License or Illinois State ID card, showing proof of residence in Madison County, Illinois - Current household income statements - Current utility bills - Current shut-off/disconnect notices (if applicable) - Valid mortgage or lease/rental agreement - Eviction or foreclosure notice (if applicable) - Current savings and/or checking account statements - Additional documentation (marriage certificate, divorce certificates, birth certificate, death certificate, etc.) may be needed when filing for Emergency Veterans' Assistance
Eligibility
- Honorably Discharged Military Veterans and their families who reside in Madison County, Illinois - Emergency Veterans' Assistance is not designed to be an ongoing financial supportive program over any considerable time. It is to provide the bare necessities of life for short-term emergency assistance - Emergency Veterans' Assistance does NOT include school breaks. Students are not eligible unless needs arise due to an emergency, such as a natural disaster. Students should contact their college or university Financial Aid Department with regard to school breaks between semesters/quarters.
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call to schedule an appointment
Languages
English
Service Area
Madison County in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Madison County
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Description
Provides Veterans with personal/grooming items.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
Call for details
Eligibility
Honorably Discharged Military Veterans and their families who reside in Madison County, Illinois
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call to schedule an appointment
Languages
English
Service Area
Madison County in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Madison County
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Description
Provides Veterans with pet food.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
Call For Details
Eligibility
- Honorably Discharged Military Veterans and their families who reside in Madison County, Illinois - Call For Details
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call to schedule an appointment
Languages
English
Service Area
Madison County in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Madison County
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Description
Interim and/or Emergency Veterans' Assistance: Assists with rent payments to avoid eviction.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
- True certified copy of DD-214 (discharge papers from the military with last discharge of Honorable) - Picture ID, such as Driver's License or Illinois State ID card, showing proof of residence in Madison County, Illinois - Current household income statements - Current utility bills - Current shut-off/disconnect notices (if applicable) - Valid mortgage or lease/rental agreement - Eviction or foreclosure notice (if applicable) - Current savings and/or checking account statements - Additional documentation (marriage certificate, divorce certificates, birth certificate, death certificate, etc.) may be needed when filing for Emergency Veterans' Assistance
Eligibility
- Honorably Discharged Military Veterans and their families who reside in Madison County, Illinois - Emergency Veterans' Assistance is not designed to be an ongoing financial supportive program over any considerable time. It is to provide the bare necessities of life for short-term emergency assistance - Emergency Veterans' Assistance does NOT include school breaks. Students are not eligible unless needs arise due to an emergency, such as a natural disaster. Students should contact their college or university Financial Aid Department with regard to school breaks between semesters/quarters.
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call to schedule an appointment
Languages
English
Service Area
Madison County in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Madison County
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Description
Interim and/or Emergency Veteran's Assistance: Assists with sewer payments to avoid shut-off.
Hours
Mon- Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
- True certified copy of DD-214 (discharge papers from the military with last discharge of Honorable) - Picture ID, such as Driver's License or Illinois State ID card, showing proof of residence in Madison County, Illinois - Current household income statements - Current utility bills - Current shut-off/disconnect notices (if applicable) - Valid mortgage or lease/rental agreement - Eviction or foreclosure notice (if applicable) - Current savings and/or checking account statements - Additional documentation (marriage certificate, divorce certificates, birth certificate, death certificate, etc.) may be needed when filing for Emergency Veterans' Assistance
Eligibility
- Honorably Discharged Military Veterans and their families who reside in Madison County, Illinois - Emergency Veterans' Assistance is not designed to be an ongoing financial supportive program over any considerable time. It is to provide the bare necessities of life for short-term emergency assistance - Emergency Veterans' Assistance does NOT include school breaks. Students are not eligible unless needs arise due to an emergency, such as a natural disaster. Students should contact their college or university Financial Aid Department with regard to school breaks between semesters/quarters
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call to schedule an appointment
Languages
English
Service Area
Madison County in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Madison County
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Description
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
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
- True certified copy of DD-214 (discharge papers from the military with last discharge of Honorable) - Picture ID, such as Driver's License or Illinois State ID card, showing proof of residence in Madison County, Illinois - Current household income statements - Current utility bills - Current shut-off/disconnect notices (if applicable) - Valid mortgage or lease/rental agreement - Eviction or foreclosure notice (if applicable) - Current savings and/or checking account statements - Additional documentation (marriage certificate, divorce certificates, birth certificate, death certificate, etc.) may be needed when filing for Emergency Veterans' Assistance
Eligibility
Honorably Discharged Military Veterans and their families
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call to schedule an appointment
Languages
English
Service Area
Madison County in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Madison County
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Description
Interim and/or Emergency Veteran's Assistance: Assists with water payments to avoid shut-off.
Hours
Mon- Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
- True certified copy of DD-214 (discharge papers from the military with last discharge of Honorable) - Picture ID, such as Driver's License or Illinois State ID card, showing proof of residence in Madison County, Illinois - Current household income statements - Current utility bills - Current shut-off/disconnect notices (if applicable) - Valid mortgage or lease/rental agreement - Eviction or foreclosure notice (if applicable) - Current savings and/or checking account statements - Additional documentation (marriage certificate, divorce certificates, birth certificate, death certificate, etc.) may be needed when filing for Emergency Veterans' Assistance
Eligibility
- Honorably Discharged Military Veterans and their families who reside in Madison County, Illinois - Emergency Veterans' Assistance is not designed to be an ongoing financial supportive program over any considerable time. It is to provide the bare necessities of life for short-term emergency assistance - Emergency Veterans' Assistance does NOT include school breaks. Students are not eligible unless needs arise due to an emergency, such as a natural disaster. Students should contact their college or university Financial Aid Department with regard to school breaks between semesters/quarters
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call to schedule an appointment
Languages
English
Service Area
Madison County in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Madison County
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
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