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Financial Assistance | Portage County Veterans Service Commission

466 South Chestnut Street, Portage County Administration Annex, Ravenna, OH 44266

Barrier Free Restrooms|Indoor Wheelchair Access|Wheelchair Accessible Building (ramps & main entrance doors).
Eligibility
  • Must be an honorably discharged Veteran with at least 90 days of active military service beyond training (but active duty service members may qualify). Note: Dependents of Veterans may also apply.
  • Must be a legal resident of Portage County for 90 days prior to making application for financial assistance.
  • Considers many factors when determining financial need including income from work, benefits from county, state and the federal government, and the claimant's living expenses and assets. Funeral assistance is only provided for indigent Veterans.
  • Client can receive assistance as often as determined by the agency on a case-by-case basis.
Required documents
Documentation requirements are extensive and will vary with service sought. They will include at least:
  • DD214.
  • Proof of residency in Portage County for at least 90 days.
  • A doctor's statement of client's status as unemployable or capable of limited employment.
  • A pay stubs for the previous two (2) months.
For burial assistance, must be able to prove need. All requirements will be explained at initial visit and in the information packet provided.
Hours
Same as site hours.
Languages
None.
Application process
Call to make an appointment. Client will be provided forms and will be given an appointment to return with documentation.
Fees
No fee.
Service area
Portage County, Ohio
Provides assistance with food, shelter (rent or mortgage), utility bills (gas and electric), principal car payments, and other needed services for Veterans, active duty military, and dependent survivors. In some cases, may assist with indigent burial. Assistance is in the form of vouchers. Amount of assistance is based on demonstrated need.
Last assured
11/10/2025
Providing organization
Portage County Veterans Service Commission
Assists veterans and their families in applying for all VA benefits and temporary financial assistance for basic living needs to Veterans living in Portage County for a minimum of 90 days.