Resources
Here you will find a list of offices and organizations who are ready to help you or a loved one whenever it's needed the most. They can help with many different services, including financial help, medical help, workforce assistance, or even just lend a listening ear.
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This page will be updated often. If you can't find what you're looking for, call IAAOH and we will help you find a resource that specializes in the care you or your loved one needs.
If you are or know of an organization that helps veterans, military families, first responders, and youth, let us know! We'll check them out and add them to the list. We want to provide as many options as possible for people to get help.
If you are having a mental health emergency, go to the hospital or call 911
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: 988 then press 1 for Veteran Support
Offices
Iowa Association of County Commissioners and Veteran Service Officers
When you come into your County Veterans Services Office you will be referred to a Veteran Service Officer for assistance. The County Veterans Service Officer has a compassionate understanding of the problems, which confront veterans, widows, widowers, and children. The County Veterans Service Officer will apply specialized knowledge in the best way suited to the needs of every individual veteran or other beneficiary who comes to the office for assistance. If you want assistance or need help in obtaining benefits, contact your local County Veteran Service Office!​
Organizations
Salute to the Fallen
Their mission is to bring awareness and financial assistance to multiple military causes including Gold Star Families, veteran suicide, PTSD, homelessness, and much more. They also assist first responders and their families, focusing on suicide prevention, PTSD counseling and funeral assistance.
CRISIS LINE (319) 775-7353 MAIN (319) 777-9138
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KIANeverforget
HERO: Healing at English River Outfitters
English River Outfitters is part of the healing process for veterans. Their priority is to help foster a healthy readjustment back to civilian life through a positive outdoor experience.
Veterans and families served at English River Outfitters experience a variety of therapeutic, group-based activities designed to re-establish confidence, hope, and health.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/healingatenglishriveroutfitters/about
Country Action Benefits
Their mission is to provide hunting, fishing, and outdoor recreational activities for our Military Veterans. Whether they are past, present, Guard or Reserve, Country Action Benefits wants all Veterans to experience and enjoy the beauty and tranquility of the very land they have fought to protect.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100081017349200
BJL Fundraising
BJL Fundraising is a non profit organization which exhibits great respect, pride, and integrity for our military veterans and our community. We provide assistance to local veterans and families with children who are otherwise without resources.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100069947347937
Iowas Anchor of Hope
At Iowas Anchor of Hope, our dedication lies in forging a world where each Veteran, First Responder, and Youth can readily access the resources and opportunities required to engage with a service dog. Whether through championing policy reforms or bolstering grassroots initiatives, our relentless efforts are geared towards ending the stigma around suicide.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iaaoh
Veteran Owned Businesses
Beam it Up Laser Works
Beam It Up Laser Works is a Veteran owned and operated business. Their founder served for 6 years in the United States Air Force as a member of Security Forces at F.E. Warren AFB, Cheyenne Wyoming. What began as a hobby morphed into a dream of running a business that would allow them to do a thing they love while providing people with valuable goods and services.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/search/pages/?q=%40BEAMITUPLW
Country Action Blades
Country Action Blades is a Veteran owned business specializing in handmade blades and knives. After returning from Afghanistan, Todd needed a positive outlet. Knife making became his passion and has made many knives for the community.
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Todd will allow any veteran to use his workshop to try out the hobby if they have the materials. Todd knows how important it is for veterans to have a positive outlet in their life, especially after coming home from deployment.
