Eligible Veterans must submit the initial exemption application form to the assessor. There is a deadline for filing.The Eligible Funds Exemption is for veterans who bought homes using "eligible funds," including pensions, bonuses, insurance, and mustering out pay. Additional exemptions are available for each person in the household who is disabled or is a qualified disabled veteran. Available Tax Exemptions and Deductions: Senior Citizen, Disabled Persons, Surviving Spouse. • Group C: Certain Disabled Veterans and Their Widow(er)s. To receive the benefit of the homestead exemption, the taxpayer must file an initial application. For more information call the Supervisor of Assessments' Office at 630-407-5858. An application must be completed and filed in the Property Valuation Office along with documentation verifying age. In order to qualify, the disabled veteran must own the home and use it as a primary residence.