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Veterans Assistance Commission of DuPage County

Address

421 North County Farm Road
2nd Floor at the back of the Cafeteria
Wheaton, IL 60187

(630) 407-5655

www.dupageco.org/vac

AKA:

VAC

Description:

Provides temporary financial assistance for veterans and their families experiencing a financial emergency. Assistance may be paid towards housing costs, transportation expenses, utilities, and food and fuel certificates.

Transportation to VA medical appointments is also available.

Hours:

Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Languages:

English

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Is Shelter?

No

Date of Official Change:

September 20, 2024

Address Listings

Physical (Primary)

421 North County Farm Road
2nd Floor at the back of the Cafeteria
Wheaton, IL 60187

Contacts

Veteran's Assistance Commission of DuPage

Program Email

Coordinated Entry Referrals

dupagevac@dupagecounty.gov

Phone Numbers

Main

(630) 407-5655

Fax

(630) 407-5656

Legal Status:

Government - County

Description

Provides financial assistance to pay auto insurance fees.

Hours

Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Required Documents

Documents that may be required: DD214 Military Discharge Papers; Photo ID; Household income documentation; Marriage license; Birth Certificates (for children under 18); Proof of residency

Eligibility

DuPage County Resident; Veteran or dependent of a Veteran; Honorable Discharge status; Meet income criteria

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

(1) Call to complete a phone screening. Appointment encouraged. (2) An application may be picked up in person, downloaded from the website, emailed or mailed to applicant. (3) Complete the application in its entirety and submit all required documentation.

Languages

English

Geography Served

    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.

  • Illinois
    • Dupage County

    Telephone Numbers

    Number:
    630-407-5655
    Type:
    Voice
    Name:
    Main
    Click here to see this service (BT-8300.0850) and related services within the Service Tree.

    Description

    Provides assistance to pay automotive bills.

    Hours

    Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

    Required Documents

    Documents that may be required: DD214 Military Discharge Papers; Photo ID; Household income documentation; Marriage license; Birth Certificates (for children under 18); Proof of residency

    Eligibility

    DuPage County Resident; Veteran or dependent of a Veteran; Honorable Discharge status; Meet income criteria

    Fees

    No Fees

    Intake Procedure

    (1) Call to complete a phone screening. Appointment encouraged. (2) An application may be picked up in person, downloaded from the website, emailed or mailed to applicant. (3) Complete the application in its entirety and submit all required documentation.

    Languages

    English

    Geography Served

      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.

    • Illinois
      • Dupage County

      Telephone Numbers

      Number:
      630-407-5655
      Type:
      Voice
      Name:
      Main
      Click here to see this service (BT-8300.0900) and related services within the Service Tree.

      Description

      Assistance with auto expenses including auto repairs.

      Hours

      Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

      Required Documents

      Documents that may be required: DD214 Military Discharge Papers; Photo ID; Household income documentation; Marriage license; Birth Certificates (for children under 18); Proof of residency

      Eligibility

      DuPage County Resident; Veteran or dependent of a Veteran; Honorable Discharge status ; Meet income criteria

      Fees

      No Fees

      Intake Procedure

      (1) Call to complete a phone screening. Appointment encouraged. (2) An application may be picked up in person, downloaded from the website, emailed or mailed to applicant. (3) Complete the application in its entirety and submit all required documentation.

      Languages

      English

      Geography Served

        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.

      • Illinois
        • Dupage County

        Telephone Numbers

        Number:
        630-407-5655
        Type:
        Voice
        Name:
        Main
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        Description

        Provides assistance to pay bus fare.

        Hours

        Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

        Required Documents

        Documents that may be required: DD214 Military Discharge Papers; Photo ID; Household income documentation; Marriage license; Birth Certificates (for children under 18); Proof of residency

        Eligibility

        DuPage County Resident; Veteran or dependent of a Veteran; Honorable Discharge status; Meet income criteria

        Fees

        No Fees

        Intake Procedure

        (1) Call to complete a phone screening. Appointment encouraged. (2) An application may be picked up in person, downloaded from the website, emailed or mailed to applicant. (3) Complete the application in its entirety and submit all required documentation

        Languages

        English

        Geography Served

          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.

        • Illinois
          • Dupage County

          Telephone Numbers

          Number:
          630-407-5655
          Type:
          Voice
          Name:
          Main
          Click here to see this service (BT-8300.1000) and related services within the Service Tree.

          Description

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          Hours

          Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

          Required Documents

          Documents that may be required: DD214 Military Discharge Papers; Photo ID; Household income documentation; Marriage license; Birth Certificates (for children under 18); Proof of residency

          Eligibility

          DuPage County Resident; Veteran or dependent of a Veteran; Honorable Discharge status; Meet income criteria

          Fees

          No Fees

          Intake Procedure

          (1) Call to complete a phone screening. Appointment encouraged. (2) An application may be picked up in person, downloaded from the website, emailed or mailed to applicant. (3) Complete the application in its entirety and submit all required documentation.

          Languages

          English

          Geography Served

            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.

          • Illinois
            • Dupage County

            Telephone Numbers

            Number:
            630-407-5655
            Type:
            Voice
            Name:
            Main
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            Description

            Provides financial assistance to pay electric utility fees.

            Hours

            Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

            Required Documents

            Documents that may be required: DD214 Military Discharge Papers; Photo ID; Household income documentation; Marriage license; Birth Certificates (for children under 18); Proof of residency

            Eligibility

            DuPage County Resident; Veteran or dependent of a Veteran; Honorable Discharge status; Meet income criteria

            Fees

            No Fees

            Intake Procedure

            (1) Call to complete a phone screening. Appointment encouraged. (2) An application may be picked up in person, downloaded from the website, emailed or mailed to applicant. (3) Complete the application in its entirety and submit all required documentation.

            Languages

            English

            Geography Served

              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.

            • Illinois
              • Dupage County

              Telephone Numbers

              Number:
              630-407-5655
              Type:
              Voice
              Name:
              Main
              Click here to see this service (BV-8900.9300-180) and related services within the Service Tree.

              Description

              Provides financial assistance with eye care expenses.

              Hours

              Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

              Required Documents

              Documents that may be required: DD214 Military Discharge Papers; Photo ID; Household income documentation; Marriage license; Birth Certificates (for children under 18); Proof of residency

              Eligibility

              DuPage County Resident; Veteran or dependent of a Veteran; Honorable Discharge status; Meet income criteria

              Fees

              No Fees

              Intake Procedure

              (1) Call to complete a phone screening. Appointments encouraged. (2) An application may be picked up in person, downloaded from the website, emailed or mailed to applicant. (3) Complete the application in its entirety and submit all required documentation.

              Languages

              English

              Geography Served

                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.

              • Illinois
                • Dupage County

                Telephone Numbers

                Number:
                630-407-5655
                Type:
                Voice
                Name:
                Main
                Click here to see this service (LH-5100.1750) and related services within the Service Tree.

                Description

                Provide vouchers for food to veterans or families of veterans in need.

                Hours

                Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

                Required Documents

                Documents that may be required: DD214 Military Discharge Papers; Photo ID; Household income documentation; Marriage license; Birth Certificates (for children under 18); Proof of residency

                Eligibility

                DuPage County Resident; Veteran or dependent of a Veteran; Honorable Discharge status; Meet income criteria

                Fees

                No Fees

                Intake Procedure

                (1) Call to complete a phone screening. Appointments encouraged. (2) An application may be picked up in person, downloaded from the website, emailed or mailed to applicant. (3) Complete the application in its entirety and submit all required documentation.

                Languages

                English

                Geography Served

                  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.

                • Illinois
                  • Dupage County

                  Telephone Numbers

                  Number:
                  630-407-5655
                  Type:
                  Voice
                  Name:
                  Main
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                  Description

                  Provides gas cards to purchase fuel for automobiles.

                  Hours

                  Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

                  Required Documents

                  Documents that may be required: DD214 Military Discharge Papers; Photo ID; Household income documentation; Marriage license; Birth Certificates (for children under 18); Proof of residency

                  Eligibility

                  DuPage County Resident; Veteran or dependent of a Veteran; Honorable Discharge status; Meet income criteria

                  Fees

                  No Fees

                  Intake Procedure

                  (1) Call to complete a phone screening. Appointment encouraged. (2) An application may be picked up in person, downloaded from the website, emailed or mailed to applicant. (3) Complete the application in its entirety and submit all required documentation.

                  Languages

                  English

                  Geography Served

                    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.

                  • Illinois
                    • Dupage County

                    Telephone Numbers

                    Number:
                    630-407-5655
                    Type:
                    Voice
                    Name:
                    Main
                    Click here to see this service (BT-8300.2500) and related services within the Service Tree.

                    Description

                    Provides financial assistance to pay gas utility bills.

                    Hours

                    Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

                    Required Documents

                    Documents that may be required: DD214 Military Discharge Papers; Photo ID; Household income documentation; Marriage license; Birth Certificates (for children under 18); Proof of residency

                    Eligibility

                    DuPage County Resident; Veteran or dependent of a Veteran; Honorable Discharge status; Meet income criteria

                    Fees

                    No Fees

                    Intake Procedure

                    (1) Call to complete a phone screening. Appointment encouraged. (2) An application may be picked up in person, downloaded from the website, emailed or mailed to applicant. (3) Complete the application in its entirety and submit all required documentation.

                    Languages

                    English

                    Geography Served

                      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.

                    • Illinois
                      • Dupage County

                      Telephone Numbers

                      Number:
                      630-407-5655
                      Type:
                      Voice
                      Name:
                      Main
                      Click here to see this service (BV-8900.9300-250) and related services within the Service Tree.

                      Hours

                      Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

                      Required Documents

                      Documents that may be required: DD214 Military Discharge Papers; Photo ID; Household income documentation; Marriage license; Birth Certificates (for children under 18); Proof of residency

                      Eligibility

                      DuPage County Resident; Veteran or dependent of a Veteran; Honorable Discharge status; Meet income criteria

                      Fees

                      No Fees

                      Intake Procedure

                      (1) Call to complete a phone screening. Appointment encouraged. (2) An application may be picked up in person, downloaded from the website, emailed or mailed to applicant. (3) Complete the application in its entirety and submit all required documentation

                      Languages

                      English

                      Geography Served

                        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.

                      • Illinois
                        • Dupage County

                        Telephone Numbers

                        Number:
                        630-407-5655
                        Type:
                        Voice
                        Name:
                        Main
                        Click here to see this service (BH-5000.3100) and related services within the Service Tree.

                        Description

                        Provides payment assistance for medical care.

                        Hours

                        Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

                        Required Documents

                        Documents that may be required: DD214 Military Discharge Papers; Photo ID; Household income documentation; Marriage license; Birth Certificates (for children under 18); Proof of residency

                        Eligibility

                        DuPage County Resident; Veteran or dependent of a Veteran; Honorable Discharge status; Meet income criteria

                        Fees

                        No Fees

                        Intake Procedure

                        (1) Call to complete a phone screening. Appointment encouraged. (2) An application may be picked up in person, downloaded from the website, emailed or mailed to applicant. (3) Complete the application in its entirety and submit all required documentation.

                        Languages

                        English

                        Geography Served

                          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.

                        • Illinois
                          • Dupage County

                          Telephone Numbers

                          Number:
                          630-407-5655
                          Type:
                          Voice
                          Name:
                          Main
                          Click here to see this service (LH-5100.5000) and related services within the Service Tree.

                          Description

                          Provides financial assistance to pay mortgage.

                          Hours

                          Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

                          Required Documents

                          Documents that may be required: DD214 Military Discharge Papers; Photo ID; Household income documentation; Marriage license; Birth Certificates (for children under 18); Proof of residency

                          Eligibility

                          DuPage County Resident; Veteran or dependent of a Veteran; Honorable Discharge status; Meet income criteria

                          Fees

                          No Fees

                          Intake Procedure

                          (1) Call to complete a phone screening. Appointment encouraged. (2) An application may be picked up in person, downloaded from the website, emailed or mailed to applicant. (3) Complete the application in its entirety and submit all required documentation.

                          Languages

                          English

                          Geography Served

                            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.

                          • Illinois
                            • Dupage County

                            Telephone Numbers

                            Number:
                            630-407-5655
                            Type:
                            Voice
                            Name:
                            Main
                            Click here to see this service (BH-3800.5000) and related services within the Service Tree.

                            Description

                            Provides financial assistance for vehicle registration fees.

                            Hours

                            Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

                            Required Documents

                            Documents that may be required: DD214 Military Discharge Papers; Photo ID; Household income documentation; Marriage license; Birth Certificates (for children under 18); Proof of residency

                            Eligibility

                            DuPage County Resident; Veteran or dependent of a Veteran; Honorable Discharge status; Meet income criteria

                            Fees

                            No Fees

                            Intake Procedure

                            (1) Call to complete a phone screening. Appointment encouraged. (2) An application may be picked up in person, downloaded from the website, emailed or mailed to applicant. (3) Complete the application in its entirety and submit all required documentation.

                            Languages

                            English

                            Geography Served

                              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.

                            • Illinois
                              • Dupage County

                              Telephone Numbers

                              Number:
                              630-407-5655
                              Type:
                              Voice
                              Name:
                              Main
                              Click here to see this service (DF-7020.5500) and related services within the Service Tree.

                              Description

                              Provides VA medical transportation

                              Hours

                              Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

                              Required Documents

                              Documents that may be required: DD214 Military Discharge Papers; Photo ID; Household income documentation; Marriage license; Birth Certificates (for children under 18); Proof of residency

                              Eligibility

                              DuPage County Resident; Veteran or dependent of a Veteran; Honorable Discharge status; Meet income criteria

                              Fees

                              No Fees

                              Intake Procedure

                              (1) Call to complete a phone screening. Appointment encouraged. (2) An application may be picked up in person, downloaded from the website, emailed or mailed to applicant. (3) Complete the application in its entirety and submit all required documentation.

                              Languages

                              English

                              Geography Served

                                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.

                              • Illinois
                                • Dupage County

                                Telephone Numbers

                                Number:
                                630-407-5655
                                Type:
                                Voice
                                Name:
                                Main
                                Click here to see this service (BT-4500.6500-500) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                Description

                                Provides financial assistance to pay rent.

                                Hours

                                Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

                                Required Documents

                                Documents that may be required: DD214 Military Discharge Papers; Photo ID; Household income documentation; Marriage license; Birth Certificates (for children under 18); Proof of residency

                                Eligibility

                                DuPage County Resident; Veteran or dependent of a Veteran; Honorable Discharge status; Meet income criteria

                                Fees

                                No Fees

                                Intake Procedure

                                (1) Call to complete a phone screening. Appointment encouraged. (2) An application may be picked up in person, downloaded from the website, emailed or mailed to applicant. (3) Complete the application in it's entirety and submit all required documentation.

                                Languages

                                English

                                Geography Served

                                  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.

                                • Illinois
                                  • Dupage County

                                  Telephone Numbers

                                  Number:
                                  630-407-5655
                                  Type:
                                  Voice
                                  Name:
                                  Main
                                  Click here to see this service (BH-3800.7000) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                  Description

                                  Provides assistance with veterans benefits.

                                  Hours

                                  Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

                                  Required Documents

                                  Documents that may be required: DD214 Military Discharge Papers; Photo ID; Household income documentation; Marriage license; Birth Certificates (for children under 18); Proof of residency

                                  Eligibility

                                  DuPage County Resident; Veteran or dependent of a Veteran; (3) Honorable Discharge status; Meet income criteria

                                  Fees

                                  No Fees

                                  Intake Procedure

                                  (1) Call to complete a phone screening. Appointment encouraged. (2) An application may be picked up in person, downloaded from the website, emailed or mailed to applicant. (3) Complete the application in its entirety and submit all required documentation.

                                  Languages

                                  English

                                  Geography Served

                                    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.

                                  • Illinois
                                    • Dupage County

                                    Telephone Numbers

                                    Number:
                                    630-407-5655
                                    Type:
                                    Voice
                                    Name:
                                    Main
                                    Click here to see this service (FT-1000.9000) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                    Description

                                    Provides financial assistance to pay water bills.

                                    Hours

                                    Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

                                    Required Documents

                                    Documents that may be required: DD214 Military Discharge Papers; Photo ID; Household income documentation; Marriage license; Birth Certificates (for children under 18); Proof of residency

                                    Eligibility

                                    DuPage County Resident; Veteran or dependent of a Veteran; Honorable Discharge status; Meet income criteria

                                    Fees

                                    No Fees

                                    Intake Procedure

                                    (1) Call to complete a phone screening. Appointment encouraged. (2) An application may be picked up in person, downloaded from the website, emailed or mailed to applicant. (3) Complete the application in its entirety and submit all required documentation.

                                    Languages

                                    English

                                    Geography Served

                                      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.

                                    • Illinois
                                      • Dupage County

                                      Telephone Numbers

                                      Number:
                                      630-407-5655
                                      Type:
                                      Voice
                                      Name:
                                      Main
                                      Click here to see this service (BV-8900.9300-950) and related services within the Service Tree.

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