Veteran Resources

Help Navigating Your Benefits

Don't try to navigate the benefits bureaucracy alone—help is available and free! VFW Post 1197 has maintained a strong working relationship with Kane County VAC and their VSOs for over 40 years.

Kane County Veterans Assistance Commission

The Kane County VAC exists to help veterans access the benefits they earned for serving our great nation. Whether you're looking to apply for health care, dental insurance, disability compensation, home loan, GI Bill, or State benefits—their office can help!

Contact Information

Address:
Kane County Government Center
719 Batavia Avenue, Building A
Geneva, IL 60134

Phone: 630-232-3550

Fax: 630-232-5403

Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday
(By Appointment Only)

Services Available

  • VA Health Care
  • VA Disability Claims
  • VA Pension
  • GI Bill
  • VA Home Loan
  • CHAMPVA
  • VA Life Insurance
  • Survivor's Benefits
  • Burial Benefits
  • Military Records
  • Illinois Veterans Grant
  • CTA Military Service Pass

To file a VA claim for disability benefits with a competent VSO, call the office to schedule an appointment: 630-232-3550

Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs

The IDVA assists Illinois veterans and their families in obtaining the benefits to which they are entitled. They provide a wide range of services including claims assistance, veteran homes, and education benefits.

Phone: 1-800-437-9824

Visit IDVA Website →

Illinois Joining Forces (IJF)

Supporting Service Members, Veterans and their Families. IJF is a statewide, public-private network of veteran and military-serving organizations.

The IJF Care Coordination Center provides holistic resource navigation to help connect you with the services you need.

Phone: 833-INFO IJF (833-463-6453)

Learn More →

Additional Resources

Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery

The national cemetery serving Illinois veterans. Contact Kane County VAC for burial benefits assistance.

Ride in Kane

Transportation assistance for Kane County veterans. Ask your VSO about eligibility and scheduling.

Social Security & Veterans

Learn how your military service may affect your Social Security benefits. The VAC can help navigate this process.

Illinois Job Link

Employment resources and job search assistance for veterans transitioning to civilian careers.

Need Help?

You served our country—now let us help you. Stop by VFW Post 1197 or contact Kane County VAC to get started with your benefits.

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