Public Assistance

O’Fallon’s grants and assistance programs can help eligible residents with home maintenance

For low-income residents and others who qualify for help, the City of O’Fallon offers a variety of programs such as zero-interest loans and grants for home maintenance. All programs are subject to funding availability.

Check your eligibility and learn more about available programs at www.ofallon.mo.us/grants

Mobile Home Repair Program

O'Fallon's Mobile Home Repair Program assists low-tomoderate level income O'Fallon residents with mobile home repairs that they would not otherwise be able to afford. This program offers up to $3,000 in the form of a one-time grant for eligible repairs.

O'Fallon Transportation Program

O’Fallon’s Transportation Program provides transportation for necessary medical, shopping, and essential services and is available to O’Fallon residents who meet one of the following criteria:

• At least 62 years of age; or

• Be deemed disabled per HUD Section 504 regulations; or

• Qualify as low income or moderate income.

O’Fallon Veterans Assistance Office

Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. (except holidays) 636-379-5577 or veteransaffairs@ofallon.mo.us 1st floor, O’Fallon Municipal Centre (City Hall)

The Veterans Assistance Office is staffed by veterans who are dedicated to helping all U.S. military veterans and their families regarding eligibility or entitlement to VA benefits.

Veterans Service Officer Available

Missouri AMVETS Representative Veterans Service Officer, William "Sif" Sifford will be available by appointment only, in the O'Fallon Veterans Office at City Hall. The Veterans Service Officer is a liaison between veterans and their families in obtaining benefits from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Veterans Service Officers assist veterans in filing serviceconnected disability claims with the VA. Here are a few things the Veterans Service Officer can assist with:

• Act as your official representative to the VA

• Assist in ensuring all evidence necessary for a successful claim is submitted in a timely manner

• VA Disability Compensation

The Veterans Service Officer will help distinguish which injuries are eligible for compensation, and file paperwork.

• Veteran's Pension

The Veterans Service Officer can assist you in filing for a Veteran's pension. They can also help you understand the evidence necessary and the application.

• Survivor's Benefits

Surviving spouses may be eligible for Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC). The Veterans Service Officer can help you understand the requirements and submit the application.

• Burial Benefits

Residents can easily assist local charities by donating $1, $3 or $5 per billing cycle when they pay their City water, sewer and trash collection bills. Each year, the O’Fallon City Council designates a charity to receive the funds, and for 2023 your voluntary donation can help Meals on Wheels. The nonprofit depends on voluntary donations for the hot, nutritious food delivered to homebound seniors who can’t easily make a meal.

To register for the donation program, please call 636-3795566 or email kpieper@ofallon.mo.us

The VA will pay benefits toward burial expenses; however, the amounts may vary. The Veterans Service Officer can find that information for the survivor. Additionally, they can help with filing for a U.S. Flag, Presidential Memorial Certificate, standard government headstone or marker, or a Government Medallion.

• Understand VA Correspondence

• Provide Guidance in other VA benefits

• Current VA Regulations

Tips for your DD-214

Your DD-214, Discharge Papers and Separation Documents, is the most important military document you will ever receive. This form serves as your proof of military service and is often used to verify military service for benefits such as the GI Bill, VA Loans, VA medical benefits, retirement benefits, burial benefits, employment and membership in veteran’s organizations.

The O’Fallon Veterans Assistance Office is able to assist veterans and family with procuring a replacement DD-214.