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Peoria County veterans office reports increased assistance, expedites claims for homeless veterans

3622549 · June 2, 2025
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Mike Brooks of the Veterans Assistance Commission reported 2,032 office walk-ins year to date, an average of about 406 per month, substantial funds brought in for veterans and described expedited handling for homeless or terminal veterans; the office also announced recognition slots at Peoria Chiefs games.

Mike Brooks, with the Veterans Assistance Commission, told the Ways and Means Committee on June 2 that the commission has assisted 2,032 people so far this year, averaging roughly 406 visitors per month, and has brought in substantial funds for veterans.

Brooks described the office’s practice of flagging homeless or terminal veterans for…

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