Michael A. Iwanicki, Superintendent
Veterans Assistance Commission of McHenry County

Join Michael Iwanicki to learn about veterans benefits available to veterans and their families. Attendees will learn about eligibility, how to apply, and about benefits available for future needs.

Michael joined the US Navy in September 1980 and became an Electricians Mate. Mike served aboard the USS Elliot DD-967 where he earned the rate of EM1(SW) and was later Honorably discharged from the Navy in 1986.

Mr. Iwanicki was hired by the Commission in 1998 as a Veterans Service Officer and was selected as the Superintendent in 2003. He is recognized by the VA General Counsel to present and prosecute claims on behalf of veterans or eligible family members. He is a Service Organization Representative for the National Association of County Veterans Service Officers, The American Legion, and the VFW.

Under his direction, the VAC Office went from a two-person office prosecuting an average of 50 claims annually to an office of five presenting over 400 claim packets annually. Michael also served as the President of the Illinois Association of County Veterans Assistance Commissions and President of the Illinois Association of County Officials.