Iowa City VA Health Care System
Minority Veterans Program
The program is designed to act as a mediator and facilitator. As such, the program does not process claims, handle equal employment complaints, or employee related problems. The program is dedicated to ensuring that all Veterans are aware of benefits, services and programs offered by the VA.
Who Do We Serve?
The Iowa City VA Health Care System Minority Veterans program services the following minority Veterans: African American, Asian Americans, Hispanic Americans, Native Americans (American Indians, Alaskan Native and Native Hawaiians), and Pacific Island Americans.
Who Do I Contact?
The Iowa City VA Health Care System has designated a Minority Veterans Program Coordinator (MVPC) whose role is to:
• Focus on the needs of minority Veterans in our local community
• Assist management of the Medical Center in their efforts to address the needs of minority Veterans
• Identify barriers and create a more accessible environment for minority Veterans
• Inform Veterans of VA benefits, services and programs
• Assist Veterans with the initiation of healthcare enrollment forms
If you would like more information about the Iowa City VA Health Care System Minority Veterans Program, please contact our MVPC, listed below.
Dena Knight
Minority Veterans Program Coordinator
Iowa City VA Health Care System
601 HWY 6 WEST
Iowa City, IA 52246
(319) 338-0581, ext. 6225
EMAIL: dena.knight@va.gov
Kassi Koehler
Minority Veterans Program Co-Coordinator
Iowa City VA Health Care System
601 HWY 6 WEST
Iowa City, IA 52246
(319) 338-0581, ext. 6225
EMAIL: kassi.koehler@va.gov
Contact Info
Location
- Main Hospital
Contact Number(s)
- 319-338-0581 Ext. 6225
Hours of Operation
- Monday - Friday 7:30a.m. to 4:00p.m.