State of Missouri: Missouri Veterans Commission
Address
205 Jefferson Street
Jefferson City, MO 65102
(573) 751-3779
Description:
The Missouri Veterans Commission is a state agency established to provide services and assistance to veterans. In addition to operating seven Veterans Homes we currently operate five State Veterans Cemeteries throughout the state. The Missouri Veterans Commission also operates a statewide Service to Veterans Program, which provides information on VA benefits and assistance with VA claims. Services include veterans homes, veteran benefits assistance, veteran burial benefits and veteran reintegration counseling.
Handicap Accessible?
Yes
Is Shelter?
No
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Date of Official Change:
June 1, 2023
Address Listings
P.O. Box
PO Drawer 147
Jefferson City, MO 65102
Physical (Primary)
205 Jefferson Street
Jefferson City, MO 65102
Contacts
Agency Email
Primary Contact
Phone Numbers
Main
(573) 751-3779
Fax
(573) 751-6836
Toll Free
(866) 838-4636
Legal Status:
Governmental
Services
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Description
Veterans Service Program provides assistance to Veterans and their dependents throughout the state.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:00am to 4:00pm
Required Documents
DD-214 Discharge Form DD-215 or WD Form
Eligibility
Veterans and their dependents
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call Email Write For Service
Languages
English
Service Area
Missouri State
Geography Served
- Missouri
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Description
Provides a dignified final resting place for those who have served in armed forces. Benefits include grave space, opening and closing of the grave, grave liner, upright granite headstone, perpetual care and full military honors.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:00am to 4:00pm
Required Documents
DD-214 Discharge Form, DD-215 or WD Form Spouses must provide marriage license
Eligibility
DD-214 or military discharge showing character of discharge and dates of active service The veteran must have lived in the state of Missouri for at least 180 days at some time during his or her life Persons entitled to retirement pay as a result of 20 years creditable service with National Guard or Reserves are eligible U.S. citizens who served in the armed forces of a government allied with the U.S. in a war also may be eligible A marriage certificate is required for spousal benefits Qualified spouses and/or unmarried dependent children under the age of 21 years or adult children who are mentally or physically incapable of self-support may be eligible
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call 866-VET-INFO for nearest Veterans Service Officer
Languages
English
Service Area
Missouri State
Geography Served
- Missouri
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Description
The Missouri Veterans Homes manage several beds that provide long term skilled nursing care to United States Veterans in compliance with 157 Federal Department of Veterans Affairs regulations. Each Missouri Veterans Home employs a licensed nursing home administrator, has registered nurses on duty 24 hours per day, and provides physician care. Physical, speech, occupational and recreational therapy, medications, cosmetology, maintenance, environmental and social services, and dietary specialists. Each home has a secured dementia unit that includes a dining room, activity area and enclosed courtyard.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:00am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
DD-214 Discharge form
Eligibility
Veterans
Fees
Call for details
Intake Procedure
Call Email Write For Service
Languages
English
Service Area
Missouri State
Geography Served
- Missouri
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Description
Veteran Service Officers provide counseling and assistance to veterans and their dependents, throughout the state including counsel veterans on available VA and state benefits, complete and submit claims applications with all necessary documents to the Department of Veterans Affairs. Will also provide information and assistance on Veterans Homes or Cemeteries.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:00am to 5:00pm
Required Documents
Picture ID/license Proof of Residence Military Discharge (DD214)
Eligibility
Eligible veterans and their dependents
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call 866-VET-INFO for the nearest Veteran Service Officer
Languages
English
Service Area
Missouri State
Geography Served
- Missouri
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