Financial Assistance

Financial Assistance is available to qualified veterans who meet these mandates established by the State of Ohio.

1. The veteran had to be on active duty sometime during their enlistment. If a reservist or guardsman, training does not count. A DD214 (Report of Separation) is mandatory to review. No assistance is available without this document.

2. The veteran must have been discharged honorably or under honorable conditions.

3. The veterans has be a bonafide resident of Delaware County for 90 days prior to the application date.

If the veteran, spouse of a deceased veteran or a dependent of a veteran meets these mandated requirements, the veteran can then explore the following programs to see if any program works for them.

1. 300% of the current poverty income or less

The Veteran household income must be less than the current year’s 300% poverty level (Gross income) and the expenses must be greater than the net income to qualify. Depending upon the family dynamic will determine what the threshold limit will be classified at.

This program will allow for most monthly bills, rent/ mortgage, or emergent home/ car repairs to be done. There are specific rules to this program that can be discussed during the application process

2. 150% of the current poverty income or less

The Veteran household income must be less than the current year’s 150% poverty level (Gross income) and the expenses must be greater than the net income to qualify. Depending upon the family dynamic will determine what the threshold limit will be classified at.

This program will allow for the veteran to receive $400.00 dollars in gift cards quarterly. There are specific rules to this program that can be discussed during the application process

3. Dental – Maintenance / Emergent

The Veteran household income must be less than the current year’s 250% poverty level (Gross income) and the expenses must be greater than the net income to qualify. Depending upon the family dynamic will determine what the threshold limit will be classified at.

This program will allow the veteran to receive assistance in having their teeth cleaned or emergent care completed to stop the pain process. There are specific rules to this program that can be discussed during the application process

Since these programs are individualized for each veteran. The best way to receive current information is to call 740-833-2010.

Below are the items that will be required to see during the application process.

Financial Assistance Check List

Individual:

1. ____ Application                    ______   Initial visit – ID shown

2. ____ DD214 – Nothing can occur without this document available.

3. ____ Proof of Residency – Must show living in the county for 90 prior to application.

4. ____ Proof of income (under the monthly threshold -300% poverty)(Gross)

5. ____ 60 DAYS bank statements

6. ____ Expenses greater than income (NET)

Married / Dependent(S):

          7._____   Marriage License / Divorce decree

          8._____   Death Certificate of Veteran – Surviving spouse.

          9._____   Birth Certificate / Proof (Court ordered) of parenting

Repairs: CAR (only if repairs are needed)

          10.____    Two estimates

          11.____     Copy of registration

          12.____    Valid Driver’s license

Repairs: Other (only if repairs are needed)

          13.____     Two Estimates

These documents are required at your first appointment

–An applicant CANNOT go directly to the Dentist without first verifying Veteran status and income eligibility by the Delaware County Veteran Service Office.