Weatherization Resource: MICA https://micaonline.org/services/housing/weatherization/

• Crisis line and resources. 

• Live chat is available.

• Your Life Iowa also has a hotline and treatment search function. Use their facility locator.

• When you don’t know who to turn to about a problem with alcohol, substance, addiction, drugs, gambling, suicidal thoughts, housing, experiencing homelessness, or mental health, Your Life Iowa is here for you 24/7. We provide free, confidential support and connect you to resources meant to help you get your life back on track.

• If you are experiencing homelessness, they will connect you with Central Iowa Shelter and Services, which serves Jasper County. 

• Keywords: tobacco, vaping, suicide, homeless, unhoused, assistance

Membership is open to anyone who wants to do something about alcohol use. Meetings take place at St. Stephens Episcopal Church.

Local NA meetings:

• Tuesday - 7:00 PM

Location: 1813 1st St N, Newton, IA, 50208

2-1-1 is an easy-to-remember three-digit phone number that provides information for basic health, human services, or community resources and is free, confidential, and available 24/7.

Dial 211.

Grey Moon Market- also. 

At the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, we understand that life's challenges can sometimes be difficult. Whether you're facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, our caring counselors are here for you. You are not alone.

• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
• The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides emotional support for people in distress in the U.S.
• 24/7/365 via text, call, and chat services. No judgment, just help 

Search terms or Keywords: 988, need to talk, emergency, suicide hotline, crisis, crisis line, help, emotion, distress, problems, hotline, suicide prevention

Able Up Iowa is a statewide organization provides low-interest loans to Iowans with disabilities so you can purchase what you need to live independently. Able Up Iowa also offers financial coaching to help reach Iowans with disabilities' financial goals.

Our mission is to elevate the mind, body, and spirit of patients, survivors, and caregivers throughout the cancer journey.

Optimal Living Program offers a wide variety of evidence-based programs in Central Iowa. The programs are led by medical staff and certified instructors, and they include indoor cycling, yoga, small group personal training, Tai Chi, individual coaching, urban pole walking, and more.

Hotel Program provides lodging for cancer survivors traveling more than 50 miles for treatment in the state of Iowa.

Adult Young Survivor Program. Survivor and friends 18-40 years old can gather with their peers for community, experiences and fun. Free monthly events and activities.

Virtual Programs offer a variety of online options for non-local survivors and care givers.

Accredited Drug Testing Inc (ADT) provides DNA testing Newton using certified DNA collection specialists and nationally accredited AABB Laboratories for all DNA testing Newton needs which will insure the highest accuracy for DNA testing Newton results. DNA testing Newton centers are usually located within minutes of your home or office and the entire process to schedule and conduct a DNA test is Fast, Easy and Confidential.

To schedule a DNA testing Newton location call (800) 221-4291.

Short-stay rehab, skilled nursing & long-term care.

Adoption records: Birth records

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Works in partnership with public & accredited private schools to provide educational services, programs & resources for improving student achievement & building cultural competence. serve children from birth to age 21, families, educators, & communities.

Additional phone number: 800-670-5740
Fax: 641-792-4518

A full-service vet clinic providing the dogs and cats of Central Iowa with quality, affordable, compassionate care since 1996. We offer preventative care, on-site blood work, radiographs, and surgery. 

Our clinic provides the best care for your pets through affordable prices, extended service hours, and experienced staff. We look forward to partnering with you to help your pet live a long, happy and healthy life.

Prices: Price link

Keywords: rabies, neutering, cat, dog, spaying, flea, tick

A full-service vet clinic providing the dogs and cats of Central Iowa with quality, affordable, compassionate care since 1996. We offer preventative care, on-site blood work, radiographs, and surgery. 

Our clinic provides the best care for your pets through affordable prices, extended service hours, and experienced staff. We look forward to partnering with you to help your pet live a long, happy and healthy life.

Prices: Price link

Keywords: rabies, neutering, cat, dog, spaying, flea, tick

Strength and hope for friends and families of alcoholics. Meetings take place on Sundays at 6:00 p.m. at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church.

Helps persons living with AIDS/HIV-related illness by paying their health insurance premiums when they become too ill to work.

Our diverse services are designed to cater to various life challenges. We provide tailored solutions to ensure you receive the guidance and support needed to AIM for more in life.

Coaching

Professional Guidance

Our coaching services help individuals clarify goals and develop actionable plans for personal and professional growth. We guide you in making informed decisions to foster your development. We offer brain health solutions, Enneagram coaching, and career coaching programs.

Counseling

Emotional Support

We offer counseling for a range of life challenges, providing a supportive environment to explore issues, identify solutions, and improve emotional well-being. Dr. Vanderhoff offers treatment from a distinctly Christian and cognitive behavioral perspective. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, marital issues, trauma, or grief, AIM Life Solutions can help you find the healing you desire.

Consultation

Psychological Assessment

What if I'm not sure what I'm struggling with? Psychological assessment can help determine if you are struggling with ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar, or something else. Are you questioning if you are neurodivergent? Concerned you have a personality disorder? Dr. Vanderhoff is certified to address these questions and more.

Lucas Ingle – T-LMHC

Dr. Karen Vanderhoff, PhD

A.A.’s Twelve Steps are a set of spiritual principles. When practiced as a way of life, they can expel the obsession to drink and enable the sufferer to recover from alcoholism.

The Twelve Traditions apply to A.A. as a whole. They outline how A.A. maintains its unity and relates itself to the world around it.

The book Alcoholics Anonymous describes the A.A. program of recovery. It also contains stories written by the co-founders and stories from a wide range of members who have found recovery in A.A.

Newton Location:

223 E 4th St N

Newton, IA

AC4C (Alliance of Coalitions for Change) is a collection of coalitions that work to provide substance abuse prevention, mental health strategies & provide resources to communities.

Smiles from the Heart: free dentistry day. What is Smiles From The Heart? It is a FREE Dentistry Day that our team does every year for those in need of dental care who don’t have the means to pay for it. There is no charge for anything done that day. We do free cleanings, sealants, fillings, and extractions on this day.

Provides services and support to individuals, families, and care partners through the advancement of research, enhancing care and support for all affected by the disease, and reducing the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.

Provides information on cancer, staying healthy, treatment & support (transportation/lodging) & more. Helps with questions about health insurance.

Our mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. As we move into the second century of our work, we are advancing health and hope for everyone, everywhere.

Provides guidance and resources to assist those who want to quit smoking.

Quitline Iowa 800-QUIT-NOW

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• Resource Request Form Link: http://bit.ly/LungIA 

• Provider Google Drive: https://bit.ly/44lEEBa  

• Quitline Iowa: https://quitlineiowa.org/en-US  

• My Life My Quit: https://ia.mylifemyquit.org/en-us/  

• Quitlogix Education: Quitlogix Education | Quitlogix Education for Iowa Providers 

• American Lung Association Education: American Lung Association Training 

For more than 20 years, Anawim Housing has met the needs of Polk County's most vulnerable citizens through Permanent Supportive Housing programs. Today, more than 220 units are leased across the county making us the largest provider of permanent supportive housing in Iowa. These units house families as well as individuals who come from homelessness and live with mental illness, a substance use disorder, a physical disability, or a diagnosis of HIV/AIDS. Upon referral through Polk County Centralized Intake, the supportive program staff meet regularly with participants, helping them on the road to housing stability.

To qualify for participation in one of Anawim Housing's Permanent Supportive Housing programs, individuals and families must meet specific eligibility criteria. This includes experiencing literal homelessness and having at least one documented disability within the household. Such disabling conditions encompass a range of conditions, such as a substance use disorder, serious mental illness, developmental disability, or a chronic physical health condition. 

The Animal Rescue League of Iowa (ARL) is Iowa's largest nonprofit animal shelter, caring for many thousands of pets each year. The ARL serves people and pets from across the state of Iowa through its programs, which include pet adoption, humane education, pet behavior training, spay/neuter, animal cruelty intervention, and much more.

Wellness clinics provide a physical exam, distemper, and rabies vaccinations, and microchipping for $35.00. Wellness Clinic Events are available by appointment only. Check the events calendar on the ARL website to find out when and where they are held.

Keywords: Adopt pets foster dog cat

Rescues in Central Iowa & phone numbers 

• Animal Rescue League of Iowa ---- 515-262-9503
• Paws-N-Claws ---- 515-497-0304
• Poweshiek Animal League Shelter ---- 641-990-1692
• Animal Rescue League of Marshalltown ---- 641-753-9046
• Marion County Humane Society ---- 641-828-7387
• Happy Tales Ranch and Rescue (cats only) ---- 712-249-3203

See the bottom of this website for a list from Newton Housing Corporation. 

Also see https://www.myhousingsearch.com/

Key words: for rent, rental, places to rent, newton rental, apartments, landlord, housing, house, home, condo, property, place to live, list of hous, 

2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom in Newton - Come take a look at this beautiful main floor apartment that has renovated! Excellent location in a great neighborhood close to the high school. This apartment features a spacious open floor plan, with a nice sized bedroom and large closet. The laundry room is conveniently located on the first floor level. Appliances are included! On site parking conveniently located next to the building. Lawn and snow removal are provided.

Large one bedroom with washer / dryer connection and plenty of windows for sunlight. On 1st Ave and walking distance to Downtown Newton, Mc Donalds, burger king. This recently updated beautiful 1 bed / 1 bath has new LVP flooring, range, refrigerator. Water is included. Criminal and background checks are mandatory. Pet Fee: $50

Ardent Counseling Center: Provides Counselors Near Me

Ardent takes a collaborative team approach so that your therapist can design the most effective therapy possible for you.

We provide counselors near me in Chicago, Illinois, Iowa, Indiana and Nebraska to suit your needs.

We can help with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, PTSD and many more conditions.

The ASAC Heart of Iowa, located in Cedar Rapids, is a residential treatment program for pregnant women, women with children, and adults dealing with substance use and mental health disorders

ASK Resource Center is a nonprofit organization supporting families, caregivers, and people with disabilities. We offer tailored services to meet each family’s needs and assist professionals working with children with disabilities. Our experienced team is made up of parents, siblings, educators, and individuals with disabilities. ASK aims to create a robust support network in Iowa, enhancing the quality of life for those with a disability and their support systems.

• Information:  ASK features a user-friendly website offering various resources for navigating disability, health, and education topics.
• Family support:  The staff at ASK are dedicated to helping families, caregivers and professionals navigate health and education systems through one-on-one support. Family Support Specialists will directly contact families or professionals to provide information and resources tailored to their needs.
• Training: ASK offers in-person, online, and webinar training on disability topics related to health and education. ASK can customize the training to address organizational needs and community stakeholder feedback.
• Mentoring: ASK is committed to ensuring that no family member feels alone. We organize the ASK Each Other Mentor Network, which connects families to a supportive community to receive emotional support, advice, and information. Additionally, ASK hosts monthly virtual support groups to help families build connections with one another.

Dentists: Dr. Sarah Eckstein, DDS

A world where all people with autism can reach their full potential.

Key terms: autism, spectrum, 

Pre-Kindergarten classes for the Baxter Community School District.

We are your local community connection for high quality foods, friendly service and great prices.

Our family-owned store offers a convenient one-stop shop where you can find everything you need from the everyday essentials to specialty items from around the world.

Our friendly staff is here to help you find exactly what you're looking for and to offer you assistance regarding all the products we carry.

We take pride in our community and appreciate your business. We know that you have many options for food purchases and want you to know that we're working hard each day to continue to earn your business.

The Baxter Rescue unit is ready to serve the community when an emergency occurs.  The duties not only consist of going on 911 emergency calls but members assisting the Baxter Fire Department on structure fires, storm watch, and community disasters.

Non-emergency phone number 641-227-3112

The Baxter Food Pantry is Open by Appointment Only

• Please call the number below to make an appointment to pick up food at a time that is convenient for you.
• For more information or immediate need, or to donate, call Jo at 641-227-3391 or Bruce at 515-250-4839
• 100% of your cash donation is used to purchase food for the pantry.

• The Baxter Food Pantry hosts a breadline every 2nd Tuesday of the month at the Baxter Community Center, 203 S. Main St, Baxter, IA. 
• Everyone is welcome, regardless of income. You must live within the Baxter School District or within the Baxter City Limits. 

Keywords: food, pantry, bread, breadline

The library is your one-stop source for all of your informational needs. We have a large selection of books, magazines, the Jasper County Tribune, and electronic resources to be checked out. 

Keywords: Baxter Library, internet, computer

Communtiy gym in school. 

Keywords: weights, cardio, fitness, Baxter gym, Baxter work out, activity

Bed Bugs

Bed bugs are small insects without wings. At one time they were almost eliminated from the United States. However, currently are found in all 50 states including Iowa. Bed bug bites usually will cause large itchy welts on the skin. These welts may not appear for 24 to 48 hours after the bite. Bed bugs are not known to spread disease. Currently there are no programs to assist with bed bug infestations at the state or federal level, however local resources may exist to assist homeowners faced with this issue. 

Other resources:

Hotel with bed bugs

• Department of Inspections, Appeals and Licensure (DIAL) if no local inspection contract in place – 515-281-6096 or

FCS-Complaints@dia.iowa.gov

Apartment complex with bed bugs

• If the city you live in has 15,000 residents or more, contact the city.
• If you live in a rural town with under 15,000 residents and there is no city ordinance, please contact Iowa Legal Aid at 1-800-532-1275. 
• If you receive HUD assistance for your rent, contact your housing authority. 

Healthcare/Hospital/Nursing Home/Assisted Living facility with bed bugs 

• Department of Inspections, Appeals and Licensure (DIAL)-515-350-7688

Employer with bed bugs

• Iowa Workforce Development to make an OSHA complaint at 515-725-5660. 
• Iowa Legal Aid- 1-800-532-1275. 

A school with bed bugs

• Please see the below helpful links from the EPA: 

Managing Bed Bugs in School  https://www.epa.gov/managing-pests-schools/bed-bugs-and-schools

Bed Bug Guidance for School Nurses  https://www.epa.gov/managing-pests-schools/bed-bug-guidance-school-nurses

Bed Bug Guidance for School Administrators, Teachers, and Staff  https://www.epa.gov/managing-pests-schools/managing-pests-schools-bed-bug-guidance-school-administrators-teachers-and 

Bed Bug Guidance for Parents  https://www.epa.gov/managing-pests-schools/bed-bug-guidance-parents 

• Call 911 before you dig.
• Charitable sponsorship or donation for501c3 nicole.breitbach@blackhillscorp.com https://www.blackhillsenergy.com/community/request-charitable-sponsorship-or-donation

Blessing Boxes (Boy Scouts) in Newton: food for those in need. 

• Connections, Capstone Behavioral Healthcare, 306 N Third Ave E, Newton, IA 50208
• First Baptist Youth Blessings Box, 620 S Eighth Ave E, Newton, IA 50208
• Christian Reformed Church, 511 S Fifth Ave E, Newton, IA 50208
• First Christian Church, 314 E 2nd St N, Newton, IA 50208
• The Least of Saints Church, 1305 E 10th St S., Newton, IA 50208
• Parking lot across from Salvation Army

Blessing Boxes: Colfax

• Howard Street Christian Church, 101 N Locust St, Colfax, IA 50054

Blessing Box: Baxter

• Baxter Church of The Way, 102 East Watson, Baxter, IA 50028

Blessing Box: Prairie City

• Prairie City First Reform Church, 300 E 5th St, Prairie City, IA 50228

If the above information has changed, please email jaspercocares@jasperia.org and we will correct it. 

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Blue Star Mothers of Iowa are mothers, stepmothers, grandmothers, foster mothers and female legal guardians who have children serving in the military, guard, reserves or veterans. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization.

Donate Online

Donations are a great way to support our projects throughout the year. You can contribute any time using our safe, secure Square site.

Care Package Project

The main focus of our year is the annual holiday care package drive. Since 2017, more than 2000 boxes have been sent to deployed servicemen and women around the world. This is a painstaking process for our small group of volunteers, as we not only collect the items for the boxes but must also raise the funds for the postage. 

Hot Rods for Heroes

The 4th annual "Hot Rods for Heroes" car show is on Saturday, Sept. 20, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at DMACC in Ankeny (Lot L - 2006 S Ankeny Blvd.) All proceeds benefit the Blue Star Mothers of Iowa and their annual project to send care packages to Iowa troops serving overseas

The mission of the Brain Injury Association of Iowa is to create a better future through brain injury prevention, advocacy, education, research, and support.

Resource Library

Our Resource Library is designed to provide you with a comprehensive collection of materials and tools tailored to support survivors, caregivers, and professionals.

Brain Injury Resource Facilitation

Brain Injury Resource Facilitation is a fee-free service offered by the Brain Injury Association of Iowa to help people with brain injury and their families, caregivers, and community navigate medical and general life challenges after a brain injury.

We offer support in coping with the issues of living with brain injury and transitioning back to work and the community, and we help connect individuals and families with the services and supports they may need. Support is provided in a variety of forms, including:

• Providing brain injury specific information and resources
• Enhancing natural supports and providing linkage to appropriate supports, services, and community resources
• Providing training to service providers to increase Iowa’s system capacity to provide appropriate services
• Accessing, securing and maximizing funding, both private and public
• Sharing the Iowa Brain Injury Resource Network Tote Bag, which contains important brain injury information and information on various services and supports for individuals and families experiencing brain injury.

Support Groups

Our support groups are where individuals can connect, share experiences, and find encouragement. Together, we provide understanding, resources, and community to help one another navigate challenges and celebrate successes. All support groups meet in person or virtually.

Iowa Brain Injury Resource Network

We strive to continually expand Iowa’s capacity to serve individuals and families experiencing brain injury, and to increase the number of access points where people can get consistent, reliable information and referrals to get the assistance or care they need. IBIRN member sites receive monthly communication about BIAIA services and supports, updated resources, training opportunities, and the opportunity to participate in our Brain Injury Tote Bag Program

Breastfeeding Links and Resources Last Revision: September 12, 2023.

Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine

American Academy of Family Physicians, Breastfeeding Position Paper

American Academy of Pediatrics, Breastfeeding Resources for Mothers

American Academy of Pediatrics, Resources for Health Professionals

International Lactation Consultant Association

MotherToBaby, Breastfeeding Information Service

LactRx App

United States Breastfeeding Committee

Residential Treatment

The program begins with highly structured, supervised residential treatment that consists of:

• • Group therapy
  • One-on-one counseling
  • Health & Wellness
  • Community service
  • Support groups including AA/NA, SMART Recovery and Celebrate Recovery

Halfway House Treatment

The Middle Phase entails clients taking on more responsibility and accountability while also gaining more freedom. This is the part of the program where they become employed. In this phase we help clients with:

• • Resumes
  • Interviewing skills
  • Transportation

• We work with a multitude of local employers to help clients:
  • Find a job
  • Maintain that Job

• We administer trust accounts for all our clients that help:
  • Manage their money
  • Save money for graduation and becoming self-sustaining.

• Bridges of Iowa accepts individuals directly into our halfway house treatment program. Participation in our high-intensity residential treatment is not required for admission into this level of care.

Outpatient Treatment

This last phase of our program is when clients move out of our residential facility and into their own living arrangements where they:

• • Continue their treatment in our outpatient program in the East Village which includes:
    • Weekly group therapy sessions
    • Monthly individual counseling sessions.
    • Compliance with weekly drug testing
  • Bridges of Iowa accepts individuals directly into our outpatient treatment program. Participation in our residential treatment is not required for outpatient admission.

Graduation

Upon completion or graduation from our program, our clients are:

• • Clean and sober for nearly a year or more
  • Employed and contributing financially to a portion of their treatment costs
  • Participating in a sober support network through, family, friends,12-steps, church, and other groups.

It is obvious to see how our long-term continuum of care truly prepares them for success. 

We conduct bi-monthly graduation that include brief speeches from graduates and their families and conclude with a “crossing the bridge” ceremony.

Residential Substance Use Treatment

Outpatient Substance Use Treatment

Peer Support Services

Employment Services

Can Do Cancer is a non-profit organization that works to improve the lives of breast cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy treatment in Des Moines, Ames and surrounding areas. Can Do Cancer provides dinner for patients and their families on chemotherapy days, house cleaning services throughout treatment, a website for patients to learn what they need to know after a breast cancer diagnosis and motivational support by breast cancer survivors.

Iowa Cancer Resource Guide

The Cancer in Iowa: 99 Counties Project has gathered these resources to help address cancer concerns in our state. This project aims to solve community-specific cancer issues in all 99 counties of Iowa. These resources come from partners across the state who are committed to controlling cancer and reducing its impact in Iowa, including the Iowa Cancer Registry, Iowa Health and Human Services, the Iowa Cancer Consortium, Iowa Cancer Plan, the Iowa Rural Health association, and more.

Cancer Support Helpline

Our experienced Helpline team offers free, personalized navigation by phone at 888-793-9355 or online.

Online Community

 MyLifeLine is here to help you easily connect to your community from wherever you are to reduce stress, anxiety, and isolation — and to transform your cancer experience. Our online community includes patients, survivors, caregivers, and loved ones impacted by cancer. 

MyLifeLine’s online community is a free resource, always offered at no cost for anyone impacted by cancer.

Available for those who are eligible for Medicaid and who enroll in services from Amerigroup Iowa. Mobile Clinic can be provided in Newton.

Our giving aims to have an impact by creating Stronger Communities by supporting fundamental needs in our communities: Education, Hunger and Community Servants.

When you have experienced the loss of a loved one, you can trust our team at Celebrate Life Iowa Cremation Services to guide you through the arrangements necessary to create a meaningful ceremony that celebrates the unique life being honored. Our staff is committed to providing your family with the highest quality care and service in your time of need, and we take pride in our responsibility to lighten your burden as you take the first steps toward healing.

We at Celebrate Life Iowa Cremation Services offer affordable cremations and permanent placements that you can arrange online without visiting a funeral home. All it takes is a few simple steps to organize your cremation. Choose your plan & options completely online. Once you are ready, pay securely online with a credit card. Complete a few forms from home in minutes. We will arrange to transfer your loved one into our care.

Prolonged Grief is different from depression and it’s different from PTSD. Effective help depends on a clear understanding of what a person is dealing with.

The Center for the Advancement of Bereavement Care provides science-based support, education, and training focused on understanding and coping with grief and bereavement. We are building a global network of grief-informed healthcare providers, community members, and resources.

Apprenticeship opportunities and jobs. 

Central Iowa Center for Independent Living (CICIL), founded in Des Moines in 1990, is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to empower people with disabilities to control their lives.

ADVANCING INDEPENDENT LIVING

• Peer Support:
  We provide peer support by sharing experiences and education.

• Transition and Employment Services:
  We can assist your transition from secondary education to the next stage of life.
  We also provide employment supports.

• Benefits Planning:
  We provide Benefits Planning for people with disabilities and help individuals understand their financial status. 

• Information and Referrals

• Independent Living Skills Training

• Individual and Systems Advocacy

Central Iowa Center for Independent Living (CICIL), founded in Des Moines in 1990, is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to empower people with disabilities to control their lives.

Peer Support

We provide peer support by sharing experiences and education.  

Transition and Employment Services

We can assist your transition from secondary education to the next stage of life.

We also provide employment supports.

Benefits Planning

We provide Benefits Planning for people with disabilities and help individuals understand their financial status. 

Information and Referrals. Independent Living Skills, ans Individual and System Advocacy

The Central Iowa Housing Trust Fund is administered by the Mid-Iowa Planning Alliance for Community Development (MIPA).

The Central Iowa Housing Trust Fund (CIHTF) is a 501(c)3 organization with the goal of advancing affordable housing in Boone, Jasper, Marion, and Warren Counties. Formed in 2019, the CIHTF accepts and funds applications from entities that improve affordable housing in the four county region.

As a designated Housing Trust Fund by the Iowa Finance Authority (IFA), the CIHTF works within the IFA framework and reporting requirements. For more information about the Local Housing Trust Fund program please click here.

Dr. Sean McMurray, DPM - Board Certified Foot and Ankle Specialist

Privileges at MercyOne, Pella Regional Health Center, and Unity Point Marshalltown

Marshalltown 641-752-3338

Pella 641-628-3542

• Provides ongoing rental assistance for the public and section housing to individuals and families that qualify.
• Central Iowa Regional Housing Authority aims to promote affordable, decent, safe, and sanitary housing by assisting qualified families in a non-discriminatory manner, encouraging self-sufficiency and individual responsibility, while maintaining the public trust.
• Numerous programs including Section 8, Famly Self Sufficiency, Owned Housing Program, Housing Choice Voucher, 
• Keywords: housing, rental, landlords, section 8, utility allowance

Central Iowa Residential Services Inc. (CIRSI) is a private, not-for-profit organization that provides advocacy, support, and services to help children and adults with intellectual disabilities or mental health issues. Mission: To provide individualized services to children and adults with intellectual or mental health disabilities…helping them obtain greater independence in their community through living, learning, and doing.  CIRSI believes that every person is entitled to dignity and respect, regardless of disability.  CIRSI endeavors to provide support, empowerment, and services that uphold each person’s dignity and respect the uniqueness of each individual.  We all have strengths and needs; it is inherent in being human.  We also have the right to make choices and decisions regarding how we utilize our strengths and meet our needs.  We believe people have the ability and motivation to learn and grow at their own pace, in their own way.

Two main programs offered: In-day and home-based.  The In-day program’s focus is on goal and support related activities (i.e. social skills, communication skills and/or behavior management).  The program provides a daily structure centered around three areas of focus: (1) Physical (exercise and self-care), (2) Mental (abilities and well-being), and Social/Recreational (crafts, relaxation/leisure and community integration).  Home-based habilitation is designed to assist/instruct individuals in adaptive skill development, assistance with activities of daily living, community inclusion, transportation, adult education, social and leisure skill development, personal care and protective oversight and supervision.

Services: Food, Health, Housing, & Support

• Homeless Street Outreach contact: Jill Rogers Email: jrogers@centraliowashelter.org  Tel: 515-805-7883
• Shelter, meals, and support services are provided at no cost to adults experiencing homelessness, while also facilitating their move towards self-sufficiency.  The Shelter has a capacity of 150 people. 
• Coordinated Entry
• Rolling Hills Coalition: 15 counties in Southeast Iowa, including Jasper County. 

• AFTER HOURS CONTACT: Your Life Iowa: to connect and share information with agencies across the state that have signed a confidentiality agreement.  

• Empowerment Command Centers are located in Grinnell and Ottumwa. 

Four Categories of the Homeless Definition

Within the homeless definition, there are four categories of homelessness:

1. Literally Homeless
2. Imminent Risk of Homelessness
3. Homeless Under Other Federal Statutes
4. Fleeing/Attempting to Flee Domestic Violence

After hours, contact Your Life Iowa. 

Keywords: Rent, deposit assistance, homelessness, homeless, housing help, home, eviction, rental, rental assistance, rent assistance

CFAC is a coalition of financial assistance organizations joining forces to help cancer patients experience better health and well-being by limiting financial challenges, through:

1. Facilitating communication and collaboration among member organizations;
2. Educating patients and providers about existing resources and linking to other organizations that can disseminate information about the collective resources of the member organizations;
3. Advocating on behalf of cancer patients who continue to bear financial burdens associated with the costs of cancer treatment and care.

If a child under the age of 18 is suspected of being abused or neglected, call the Child Abuse Hotline.

In Iowa, you can report suspected child abuse by calling the Child Abuse Hotline at (800) 362-2178. This hotline is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can also call 911 if you believe a child is in immediate danger. 

Search: Mandatory Reports, Child Abuse, DHS, Neglect, hotline, mandatory reporter, 

Child Care Assistance (CCA) is available to the children of income-eligible parents who are gone for a portion of the day due to employment or participation in academic or vocational training or PROMISE JOBS activities.  Assistance may also be available for a limited period of time to the children of a parent looking for employment.

Child Care Collaborative of Iowa: Our mission is to guide child care programs to improve financial practices and optimize resources that benefit children, families, and their business.

The Child Care Search Tool displays childcare providers with vacancies by geography or along a designated driving route. With this tool, Iowan’s can conveniently identify childcare providers near or between home and office.

This tool also offers essential information including IQ4K ratings, age filters, hours of operation, and subsidy acceptance.

For the best experience, please use a home computer or tablet to view the data within this tool.

Keywords: childcare, child care, daycare, babysitter, childcare, kids, Iowa Child Care Connect

Community based public health agency serving children & youth with special healthcare needs.

Additonal phone number: 866-219-9119

Des Moines Child Support Services

• A parent or the person caring for a child(ren) can apply for child support services. 
• Keyword: Child Support, IHHS

• Connects families with quality early care and education options and facilitates professional development opportunities for the adults who care for and educate our youngest Iowans. Nurse consultants are available for daycares. 
• Free Childcare Referrals/Parent Referral Hotline: 855-244-5301 or childcare@episervice.org or Looking for childcare?
• Community Development Specialist: 515-401-4957
• Provides consultation and training for childcare staff through our Child Care Consultant for that area.                                               
• Childcare consultant: 641-820-1923.
• Child Care Assistance- https://hhs.iowa.gov/programs/programs-and-services/child-care/CCA
• Employer:  https://iowaccrr.org/employers/
• Communities: https://iowaccrr.org/communities/

Local Contact: 

• Leah Bauman, Child Care Consultant Jasper, Marion, and Poweshiek Counties
• Child Care Resource & Referral of Central Iowa, Child Guidance Center Orchard Place

• lbauman@orchardplace.org



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Children/Adolesent  Counseling

Our residential recovery home offers women a safe place to get grounded in their faith, find Christ-centered solutions to addiction, and begin life reestablishment.

Our home provides for up to 10 women.  The program is divided into phases with each phase bringing more independence, responsibility, and preparation towards life outside the home.  In each phase, the women work through an individualized study plan using curriculum developed by Adult and Teen Challenge USA (with a 65 year history of positive outcomes and radical life transformation in their centers across the US and Canada). Women also receive practical life-skills training in areas like developing/restoring healthy relationships, parenting, communication, financial management, cooking, and cleaning. Students are required to follow “house rules” and a daily schedule including work therapy, Bible Study, Chapel time, group activities, class time and homework assignments. Completion time varies depending on the individual but ranges between 12 and 15 months.  In later phases, women get outside employment while still having the accountability of living at the home.

Parks and Recreation- Community Building 641-259-2319

Community Center, Fitness, Library, Parks, Sports, Golf Club

Community Center https://www.sullyia.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Community-Center-Rental-Agreement.pdf

Long term residential substance abuse treatment to women. Assists clients develop long term sobriety skills. Many clients live in the facility with their children, and whole family wellness services are offered through collaboration with community providers.

Coburn Funeral Home is dedicated to providing the families we are privileged to serve with the very best in accommodating facilities and professional associates who are attentive to the needs of you, your family and friends. We believe every life lived is unique and should be celebrated accordingly. We will provide a personalized experience based with dignity, care and understanding in your time of loss.

Coburn Funeral Home is dedicated to providing the families we are privileged to serve with the very best in accommodating facilities and professional associates who are attentive to the needs of you, your family and friends. We believe every life lived is unique and should be celebrated accordingly. We will provide a personalized experience based with dignity, care and understanding in your time of loss.

Coburn Funeral Home is dedicated to providing the families we are privileged to serve with the very best in accommodating facilities and professional associates who are attentive to the needs of you, your family and friends. We believe every life lived is unique and should be celebrated accordingly. We will provide a personalized experience based with dignity, care and understanding in your time of loss.

Dentist: Dr. Brad Hagarty, DDS, and Dr. Miranda Bissell, DDS

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ColfaxDentalServices

Also serves Prairie City Dental 

Non-Emergency phone number - 515-674-9113

Appointment only, 8 AM-8PM, Monday- Saturday. Bring ID with you. 

Established in 872. Neighbors by neighbors

More phone numbers:

• Judy 515-953-9953
• Tracy: 515-971-2292
• Mandy: 515-661-2045
• Paul: 515-494-8721
• Teresa 515-494-8721
• Jim 515-674-3018
• Jessica: 515-975-1720

501x2- nonprofit. Donations may be sent to PO Box 33, Colfax, Iowa 50054

The Colfax-Mingo fitness center, located on the north side of the Jr/Sr High School is now open to the public.  Members will have access to the walking track and the cardio room with paid memberships.

Keywords: gym, colfax, mingo, colfax school, colfax csd, weights, cardio, strength, walk, 

The Colfax-Mingo school district will make reasonable efforts to identify homeless children and youth of school age within the district, encourage their enrollment, and eliminate existing barriers to their receiving education that may exist in district policies or practices.  A homeless child or youth as defined by law as a child or youth from the age of 3 years through 21 years who lacks a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence and includes the following:

• a child or youth who is sharing the housing of other persons due to loss of housing, economic hardship, or a similar reason; is living in a motel, hotel, trailer park, or camping grounds due to the lack of alternative adequate accommodations; is living in an emergency or transitional shelter; is abandoned in a hospital; or is awaiting foster care placement;
• a child or youth who has a primary nighttime residence that is a public or private place not designed for or ordinarily used as regular sleeping accommodation for human beings;
• a child or  youth who is living in a car, park, public space, abandoned building, substandard housing, bus or train station, or similar setting; or
• a migratory child or youth who qualifies as homeless because the child or youth is living in the circumstances described above.

The district shall make available to the homeless child or youth all services and assistance including, but not limited to, compensatory education, special education, English as a second language, vocational courses or programs, programs for gifted and talented, health services, and food and nutrition programs, on the same basis as those services and assistance provided to resident pupils.

If you need further assistance/information, please contact the building principal, counselor, or Stephanie Ver Helst, Homeless Liason, sverhelst@colfaxmingo.org, 515-674-3646.

Non emergency number: 641-792-5912

Keywords: books, Colfax library 

A nonprofit childcare center project designed to address the shortage of childcare in rural Jasper County.
Located near the Colfax-Mingo elementary school, it will provide year-round care for infants through school-age children.

Facebook: Colfax-Mingo childcare center

• Prevention and Education Services
• Detoxification Services
• Outpatient Substance Use Treatment Services
• Mental Health Services
• Problem Gambling Services
• Recovery Housing
• Residential Substance Use Treatment Services
• Specialized Services

Find a Support Group that Fits You.

With a cancer diagnosis comes a new set of challenges for every patient and their family members. However, no one has to walk this path alone. We can connect you and your loved ones with a wide range of support services. This way, everyone can connect with people who are on a similar journey

Rural Development

U.S. Department of Agriculture

What does this program do?
The Agency will make grants to public bodies and private nonprofit corporations, (such as States, counties, cities, townships, and incorporated towns and villages, boroughs, authorities, districts, and Indian tribes on Federal and State reservations) to provide associations Technical Assistance and/or training with respect to essential community facilities programs.  The Technical Assistance and/or training will assist communities, Indian Tribes, and Nonprofit Corporations to identify and plan for community facility needs that exist in their area.  Once those needs have been identified, the Grantee can assist in identifying public and private resources to finance those identified community facility needs.

Who may apply for this program?

• Public bodies

• Non-profit organizations

• Federally Recognized Tribes

What is an eligible area?
Rural areas including cities, villages, townships, towns and Federally Recognized Tribal Lands outside the boundaries of a city of 20,000 or more.

DMACC in Newton: Master Gardeners donate to the Salvation Army and the DMACC Food Pantry

Monroe Community Garden: 206 West Sherman Street, Monroe, IA

Ahrens Foundation Grinnell Giving Gardens: 1510 Penrose St, Grinnell, IA - Phone: 641-236-5518 Website: Ahrens Giving Garden

If you know other locations, please email jaspercocares@jasperia.org. 

CPPC is not a program, but rather an initiative to engage community members and agencies to bolster support for vulnerable families and their children.

De-cateroziation funds may also be available.

Care coordination of services which helps individuals with disabilities in gaining access to appropriate housing, medical, & social, vocational, and educational services. To qualify persons must have a qualifying mental health diagnosis and full Medicaid.

Nonprofit organizations working to create safe spaces for children and youth in central Iowa are invited to apply for up to $10,000 in grant funds. See website for details.

Equipment loan closets are programs that lend items to people with disabilities.

Typical items can include, but are not limited to: wheelchairs, commodes, canes, walkers, shower chairs, crutches, and hospital beds. There are also specialized loan closets. These programs loan items to people with specific disabilities or needs. These can include people who have trouble speaking or seeing.

We invite you to apply for a Computer. Our main goal is to provide a refurbished computer gifted by our generous donors to help schools, low-income families, children in foster homes, nonprofits, the elderly, and disabled veterans in need.

No matter what struggles and barriers you’ve faced, CFI can help you gain the skills you need to thrive at work and in your community. We work with individuals with disabilities and others needing vocational support.

Jennifer Kramer is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW). Connect Counseling works with ages 16 and older. The focus is helping people who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, suicidal thoughts, and self-harming behaviors. The modalities that Jennifer uses and is trained in are EMDR, DBT, CBT, and HeartMath. Jennifer enjoys helping others connect with themselves, others, and the world around them. Insurance accepted Aetna, Medicaid, Wellpoint, Molina, Iowa Total Care, Cigna, HealthPartners, Medicare, Midlands Choice, and United Healthcare.

• Consider going to a friend's or family's home.
• Also see Central Iowa Shelter and Services in the resource guide. They have a homeless advocate who covers Jasper County, Call YourLife Iowa to get in contact. 
• All Jasper County public libraries and community centers, along with some public buildings throughout Jasper County during normal business hours.
• Each community has designated cooling and warming sites, 
• In Newton, the Salvation Army, Discover Hope, and Capstone Connections Center during business hours.  
• Many other human service agencies, stores, and churches are willing to provide temporary assistance. 
• Consider where your services are received and contact your assigned organization or counselor, caseworker, such as Schools, Medicaid, DHS, Mental Health, Substance Treatment, Probation, Pregnancy Center, etc. 
• If you have a faith community, contact them for assistance.
• Transportation is available to shelters. See transportation in the guide. 
• Each community should have a plan in place for emergencies.
• Law enforcement will usually assist individuals after hours as a last resort. 
• Summer: Many communities have public swimming pools. Search for swim in the resource guide.

Also see Homeless Resources:  https://www.jasperia.org/resources/homeless/. Sort by keywords such as shelter,

Other: Iowa Cooling Center search 211 Cooling Centers in Iowa

Polk County residents  Polk County

(Additional search: extreme weather, air conditioner, heat, fan, hot outside, heat, cool, cooling center, warm center)

Performance and Event Venue for weddings, graduation parties, baby showers, and more.

Country View Barn is a historic 75-year-old barn, recently renovated to restore its beauty.

Iowa Legal Aid: Rights of People in Civil Commitments

Information about Mental Health Commitments

• Involuntary Hospitalization of Adult Persons With Mental Illness • https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/publications/LG/801703.pdf

• Iowa Code Section 229 • https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/229.pdf

Court Forms

Court Appointed Special Advocates are ordinary people who care about children. They volunteer their time to support and advocate for children who currently have a case in the Child Welfare System.

CASA Volunteers amplify the voices of children who are currently in the Child Welfare System. You'll learn your role through comprehensive training, and then you'll be assigned your own case. A coach and a CASA coordinator will be there to support you along the way as you advocate in court for your assigned children.

Offers mental health therapy for children, adolescents, and adults dealing with a myriad of issues, and using various techniques, including art/play therapy.

Animal-assisted therapy partnering with first responders and with community outreach efforts.

https://yourlifeiowa.org/get-help/crisis-services

Davis Health Care is a Christian-based practice that offers a variety of health services compassionately and with the utmost privacy. Professional skill is used in these services to help people grow and make positive changes in their lives. 

• Network of dentists. 
• Foundation Funding- Oral Health Fund and Wellness Community Fund, Smile Grants, Rethink Your Drink, Toothbrush donations
• Dental Education Loan Repayment Program
• Dental Education 

• Dementia Friendly Iowa promotes change and education in communities to create a more welcoming, safe, and respectful space for people living with dementia and their caregivers.

Dental Lifeline Network's Donated Dental Services (DDS) program provides comprehensive dental care. 

Applicants must have no means to afford dental care and must meet ONE of the following criteria: 

• Over 65 years of age
• Permanently disabled
• Need medically necessary dental care

What to expect? 

• Volunteers provide comprehensive treatment to eligible patients 
• Volunteers do not provide emergency services
• Volunteers do not provide cosmetic treatment

Keywords: Dental, dentist, free dental, tooth, cavity, DDS, teeth

Coordinator is Diane Wells, 515-251-8000

• Childcare Assistance: Helps pay for childcare while parents or caretakers work, attend school, look for employment, or are unable to care for children due to medical reasons.
• Families First: The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) program to help families stay together and prevent the need for foster care.
• Parent Partners: An innovative social work practice. It is unique because it celebrates individuals who have overcome obstacles through change, recovery, and accountability. Parent Partners are advocates for families. They also hold families accountable through their case plan goals.
• Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP): An entitlement program that provides monthly benefits to assist low-income households in purchasing the food they need to maintain adequate nutritional levels.
• Family Investment Program (FIP) is Iowa's Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) program and provides cash assistance to needy families as they become self-supporting so that children may be cared for in their own homes or in the homes of relatives.

• In Iowa, you can report suspected child abuse by calling the Child Abuse Hotline at (800) 362-2178. This hotline is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can also call 911 if you believe a child is in immediate danger. 

Search: DHS, IHHS, DHHS, Public Aid, child abuse, hotline

Affordable Care Act Health Insurance Marketplace. More resources at healthcare.gov

Provides childcare for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years. Programs offered include 3- and 4-year-old preschool, 4-year-old Pre-Kindergarten classes for the Lynnville-Sully School District, before and after school
programming, and a summer school age program.

To help people find their inner strength and achieve their goals.

keywords: Sully, gym, fitness, strength, weights, cardio

Members only

• Counseling is available for students of DMACC on Mondays and Thursdays.  
• Event rental - call campus. 
• Financial assistance may be available.  Contact campus and fill out FAFSA. 

Environmental Protection DNR Environmental Protection  

• Air quality, water quality, land quality, animal feeding operations, household hazards materials, 
• Environmental Protection
• septic tanks, report spills, animal feeding operations, water 

Flood Plan Management DNR Flood Plan

DNR Grants DNR grants

Keywords: hunting, fishing, Iowa State Parks, Camping, Recreation, Trails, Biking, Hiking, Conservation, Environmental Protection. Wells, drinking water, things to do, places to go

DG is proud to be America’s neighborhood general store. We strive to make shopping hassle-free and affordable with more than 18,000 convenient, easy-to-shop stores in 46 states. Our stores deliver everyday low prices on items including food, snacks, health and beauty aids, cleaning supplies, basic apparel, housewares, seasonal items, paper products, and much more from America’s most-trusted brands and products, along with high-quality private brands. From serving our customers with value and convenience and our employees with career opportunities to serving the communities we call home through literacy and education, Dollar General has been committed to its mission of Serving Others since the company’s founding in 1939.

DG is proud to be America’s neighborhood general store. We strive to make shopping hassle-free and affordable with more than 18,000 convenient, easy-to-shop stores in 46 states. Our stores deliver everyday low prices on items including food, snacks, health and beauty aids, cleaning supplies, basic apparel, housewares, seasonal items, paper products and much more from America’s most-trusted brands and products, along with high-quality private brands. From serving our customers with value and convenience and our employees with career opportunities to serving the communities we call home through literacy and education, Dollar General has been committed to its mission of Serving Others since the company’s founding in 1939.

DG is proud to be America’s neighborhood general store. We strive to make shopping hassle-free and affordable with more than 18,000 convenient, easy-to-shop stores in 46 states. Our stores deliver everyday low prices on items including food, snacks, health and beauty aids, cleaning supplies, basic apparel, housewares, seasonal items, paper products and much more from America’s most-trusted brands and products, along with high-quality private brands. From serving our customers with value and convenience and our employees with career opportunities to serving the communities we call home through literacy and education, Dollar General has been committed to its mission of Serving Others since the company’s founding in 1939.

Use your SNAP card to buy fresh produce and ‘ASK’ your cashier to sign-up for your Double Up Food Bucks card with your zip code and phone number.

Double Up Food Bucks campaign is an initiative where SNAP EBT users can double their money when they purchase fresh fruits and vegetables at participating locations. Double Up Food Bucks campaign is an initiative that allows SNAP EBT users to double their money when they purchase fresh fruits and vegetables at participating locations. Double Up Food Bucks is available in all Fareways, including Newton and Colfax in Jasper County, as well as the Prairie City Farmer’s Market and Grinnell Farmer’s Market seasonally. 

Strength-based, change-focused approach, from assisting individuals to quickly regain their “footing” in the middle of crisis, improving their coping with circumstantial stressor and pre-exsting psychological vulnerability, to healing from complex past trauma.

Community Based Martial Arts Program located at town square pilates in Monroe Iowa!

Our Office hours are Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m to 4:30 p.m. We are closed between 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. daily.
The Legal Clinic is closed to the general public. All visitors must have an appointment in advance. The Legal Clinic does not accept walk up inquiries.
Parking at the Legal Clinic requires a parking pass. Current clients and visitors may obtain a parking pass at the reception desk to be placed on the dashboard of their vehicle.

Legal Clinics

CHILDREN'S RIGHTS CLINIC
The Children's Rights Clinic only accepts new clients by court appointment or direct referral from a partner agency.

CRIMINAL DEFENSE CLINIC
The Criminal Defense clinic only accepts clients by court appointment. If you have been charged in a criminal matter in Polk County, the Legal Clinic must be appointed by a Judge before we can take your case. 

CIVIL CLINIC
The General Civil Clinic which primarily handles family law cases in Polk County is not currently taking any new cases.  To have your case considered, Polk County residents can participate in a phone intake day which occurs twice in an academic year.  

The next intake date will be held on Monday, January 5, 2026 for the spring semester. Cases considered will be those involving divorce, custody (if you were never married), guardianship (for people 17 ½ or older), adoption, and landlord/tenant (not involving eviction).

Intake will be done on that day and by phone only. There is no waitlist.

Please call on Monday, January 5, 2026, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., if you have a family law case, guardianship case, adoption, or landlord/tenant case in Polk County.

On intake day, you can reach our office by calling 515-271-3851. Select the intake message voicemail box, listen to the instructions, and leave one message. Intake staff will call as many people back as possible. Please leave your cell phone ringer on so you know when we are returning your call. We accept a limited number of cases for student education.

MACOMBER ENTREPRENEURIAL AND TRANSACTIONAL CLINIC 
To learn more about or be considered for our services please click here.

REFUGEE CLINIC
To learn more about or be considered for our services please click here.

WRONGFUL CONVICTIONS CLINIC 
To request assistance, please reach out to the director Erica Nichols Cook at exonerate@spd.state.ia.us to receive an application. You may also request an application by writing to the following address: Wrongful Conviction Unit, Attn: Intake, 6200 Park Ave, Suite 100, Des Moines,
IA 50321.

Provides 4-year-old Pre-kindergarten class through the Newton Community School District.

For Preschool services call 515-271-1854 or 1-800-443-7253 ext. 1854

The Pantry serves Jasper County East of a line corresponding to Highway T-12, including Kellogg, Lynnville, Sully, Galesburg, Newburg & surrounding areas. The mailing address for the East Jasper Christian Food Pantry is PO Box 333, Kellogg Iowa, 50135

keyword search: food, food pantry, hungry, homeless, food help

Loans refurbished medical equipment at a nominal fee to individuals with disabilities or illness.

Independent Living Excellence

At Edencrest, Independent Living means exactly what you might expect: independence.
With no pressure to stay on top of household projects, and more time to pursue your interests, the lifestyle we offer allows you to pick up the pace while aging in place. If quieter, less busy days are more your style, we’ve got that covered, too. It’s worry-free living at every turn, with all the activities and amenities you would expect from a vibrant senior living community.

Personalized Assisted Living

Assisted Living doesn’t mean you’ve stopped enjoying life. It just means a little extra assistance can make a world of difference in ensuring you can continue to seize the day. Whatever your needs – like help getting ready to start the day – we’ve got you covered. Surrounded by a compassionate, caring team, you’ll be free to take part in whatever activities or hobbies you please.

Trusted Memory Care

There are words that naturally cause us to feel a level of trepidation and uncertainty. Dementia is one of those words. At Edencrest, we don’t try to window dress it. The dementia journey can be challenging. With the right care, however, that journey doesn’t have to be as uncertain. That's why we navigate the journey of memory care with personalized and dignified solutions.
We understand that dementia isn’t a disease that impacts one person or even a couple of people. It is unquestionably a journey and it’s one on which we’re proud to be an accompanying partner.
We do more than just walk with you, however. We are experts in our field, committed to the latest research, the latest scientific progress and those time-tested approaches to the care you or your loved one deserves. Discover peace of mind for your loved one with unmatched memory care excellence at Edencrest.

If you suspect elder abuse in Iowa, you can report it to Dependent Adult Protective Services at (800) 362-2178, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can also call 911 if someone is in immediate danger. 

If you suspect elder or dependent adult abuse, report it immediately to Dependent Adult Protective Services.

1-800-362-2178 (toll-free, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.) 

If someone is in immediate danger, call 911. If you want to request a welfare check, call local law enforcement.

Reporting is confidential.

Dependent Adult Protective Services investigates reports of abuse, neglect, or exploitation of adults:

• 65 and older
• or 18 and older with a disability, who are dependent and do not reside in long-term care facilities.

To report suspected abuse in a long-term care facility, contact the Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals Nursing Home and Home Health Complaint Hotline at 1-877-686-0027 or email hfd_complaint@dia.iowa.gov.

If you have concerns about your quality of care, quality of life or rights as a resident/tenant, or if you have concerns on behalf of your loved one who is living in one of Iowa's long-term care facilities, contact the Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman at 1-866-236-1430.

For a coordinated entry point to Iowa’s information and referral resources regarding long-term independent living, contact Lifelong Links online or call 1-866-468-7887.

Know the Signs of Elder Abuse

Some adults may be at higher risk of abuse, neglect, or exploitation. Types of elder abuse include:

• Physical abuse
• Emotional abuse
• Sexual abuse
• Financial abuse or exploitation
• Neglect
• Self-Neglect

Take the next step with us. 

Available for youth who have a qualifying mental health diagnosis. IHH brings together mental, physical, and social health services into one integrated program.

Ember Recovery, Residential Addiction Treatment, provides a successful, individualized, and evidence-based recovery program in a safe, homelike atmosphere for youth ages 12-17 and a separate young adult program for youth ages 18-24.

Services people 18-retirement age who receive Social Security Income (SSI) or social security disability income (SSDI) or both with tools and job services for those who are eligible to enter the workforce or gain independence.

GRINNELL, Iowa, May 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Central Iowa Shelter & Services (CISS) and Iowa Total Care will host a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Empowerment Command Center and Affordable Housing Project on Wednesday, May 21 at 11:00 am at 306 6th Ave., Grinnell.

The Empowerment Command Center is a portion of a 2-year $2.55 million commitment to CISS by Iowa Total Care and the Centene Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Centene Corporation.

This momentous project represents CISS' commitment to addressing the urgent needs of rural Iowans facing homelessness and housing instability. The Empowerment Command Center will provide essential services, including job training, veterans' resources, case management, health and wellness support, and pathways to permanent housing. By establishing this center, CISS aims to eliminate the obstacles that residents of Poweshiek County currently face when needing to travel to urban centers for these vital services.

"Our research identified Grinnell as a place in need of services and support for individuals experiencing housing challenges," said Melissa O'Neil, CISS CEO. "The opening of our newest Empowerment Command Center in Grinnell reflects our dedication to extending efficient and effective solutions to homelessness into rural communities while fostering stability and empowerment."

"Iowa Total Care and the Centene Foundation know by addressing the critical link between healthcare and other factors like housing, we can leverage partnerships and local services to create and implement sustainable solutions for vulnerable populations, while fostering healthier communities. We are proud to support and partner with CISS on the Grinnell Empowerment Command Center and help support innovative solutions for rural Iowans," said interim Iowa Total Care Plan President & CEO, Bryan Sanders.

Modeled after the successful Empowerment Command Center in Des Moines, this initiative will bring critical resources closer to the community and facilitate a more supportive environment for individuals seeking assistance and utilizing existing resources. A dedicated team of case workers and advocates will ensure that residents receive tailored support and comprehensive care.

Additionally, the project will introduce four affordable housing units in Grinnell, addressing the significant gaps in housing availability. Funded through grant allocations, local support, and private financial contributions, these units will serve as a lifeline for those who may not qualify for traditional housing options.

CISS invites community members, stakeholders, and advocates to join in this pivotal occasion. Your presence can help amplify the message of support and commitment to those in need. 

About Central Iowa Shelter & Services (CISS)
Central Iowa Shelter & Services is the largest low-barrier shelter in Iowa. Its mission is to provide shelter, meals and support services to adults experiencing homelessness and to facilitate their move toward self-sufficiency. CISS also provides housing services to a 15-county region through its Rolling Hills Coalition.

About Iowa Total Care (ITC)
Iowa Total Care provides Medicaid healthcare coverage to eligible individuals in Iowa. Established in 2019, Iowa Total Care exists to improve the health of its members through focused, compassionate, and coordinated care. Iowa Total Care is a wholly owned subsidiary of Centene Corporation, a leading healthcare enterprise that is committed to helping people live healthier lives.

About the Centene Foundation
The Centene Foundation (the "Foundation"), a private nonprofit focused on investing in economically challenged communities, is the philanthropic arm of Centene Corporation ("Centene"). The Foundation supports projects and initiatives strategically aligned with Centene's mission-driven culture and enhances the work Centene is doing to remove the barriers to wellness underserved and low-income populations face. The Foundation is committed to addressing social determinants of health and improving health equity in three distinct areas of focus: healthcare access, social services, and education. To learn more, visit the Centene Foundation's website. 

Numerous topics: 

• Air
• Mold
• Water
• Bed Bugs
• Health
• Radon
• Chemicals, Toxics, and Pesticides
• Land, Waste, Cleanup
• Research
• Emergency Response
• Lead 
• Science Topics

Medical & social services to women, children, adults, seniors, & families. Nursing services include home visits, family support, parent education, transportation, & flu immunizations.

Amanda the Panda’s expertise in supporting children and adults through the grieving process is naturally aligned with the bereavement services offered by EveryStep. This partnership is an exciting one that allows us to serve more children and families across our state.

We are eager to share our story and mission and continue to provide hope and healing to many more families with your support. With vision and dedication, Amanda the Panda and EveryStep Grief & Loss Services will continue to bring compassion, healing, and joy to children, individuals, and families. 

Patient Service Grant Program

Our Patient Service Grant Program directly supports families affected by blood or pediatric cancer. Since 2019, we’ve distributed over $100,000 to cover various expenses, like

• Travel to and from appointments
• Rent
• Groceries
• School supplies
• Hearing aids
• Tutoring from missing class for treatment
• …& so much more

We focus on patients, so they can focus on their fight.

This program is available for qualified blood or pediatric cancer patients to support their personalized financial needs. To receive assistance, please fill out the grant application at the link below.

Safety & advocacy to victims of intimate partner violence in Jasper County. 24-hour crisis line, one-on-one counseling, support services, court, medical, & housing advocacy.

Keywords: domestic violence, human trafficking, homicide, violent crimes, housing and homelessness, advocacy at health clinics, statewide hotline, family visitation and exchange, abuse, intimate partner, family violence, safety plan, 

Appointments may be scheduled online. 

Locations:

• Sully 641-594-4285, Tuesdays, 7:30 AM-3:30 PM Fax 641-594-4283
• Grinnell 641-236-6169, 825 Broad St, Grinnell, IA 50112, M-F, see website for hours. Fax 641-236-6041. 
• Victor 319-647-2141, 208 Washington Ave, Victor, IA 52347, M-W-F 8-4 PM, Fax 319-647-2179
• Montezuma 641-623-2013, 105 s 4th St, Montezuma, IA 50171, T 8-4 and every other Friday from 7:30 AM-2:30 PM, Fax 641-623-2012.

Dentists: 

• Dr. David J Cunningham
• Dr. Christopher T Roudabush
• Dr. Matthew E Miller
• Dr. Peter T Marsho
• Dr. Christopher J Marsho
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/grinnelldentist

What Services are Covered?  Birth control exams, Birth control counseling, Limited testing and treatment for Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs), Pelvic exams, Pap tests, Pregnancy tests, Birth control supplies, Voluntary sterilization, Emergency contraception, Ultrasounds (if medically necessary and related to birth control services), Yeast infection treatment.

WHAT IS FPP? Iowa offers a state Family Planning Program (FPP), which provides health coverage to individuals aged 12-54 with limited income. Benefits of this program include contraceptive services and supplies, tests and treatments for sexually transmitted diseases, routine preventive services related to family planning

Program Contact 1-800-338-8366 Medicaid Member Services

Fareway is a family-owned business, and a top 10 employer in Iowa, with over 12,000 employees in a seven-state region. We are committed to treating our employees like family and are always looking for new members of the Fareway family.

We go above and beyond to provide the highest quality grocery items at affordable prices with second-to-none customer service. You can also expect the same great products, unmatched experience, and to-your-car service that Fareway is known for, and enjoy the added convenience of ordering online

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaspercountyfarmbureau
• JCFB provides free resources to parents, educators & caregivers.
• Scholarships: Farm Bureau member child and Agriculture in the Classroom Teacher Scholarships. 

Keywords: Iowa Farm Bureau

Flood Relief Resources  6/4/2024

• USDA announces food assistance for Iowa flood victims.
• State of Iowa 2-1-1 Flood Hotline: Questions or concerns regarding flood recovery can be found here.
• Coping With Disasters
• CDC tips for avoiding flooded areas
• CDC tips for reentering your flooded home
• CDC tips for keeping food and water safe after a natural disaster

Disaster assistance, funding, and training. 

Disaster Assistance www.disasterassistance.gov/

• FEMA may provide assistance to underinsured survivors to help pay for disaster-related costs that insurance doesn't cover.
• In some cases, FEMA may be able to help while you are waiting for your insurance settlement. If it has been 30 days and you have received no funds, Please contact the FEMA helpline at 1-800621-3362

FEMA grants: FEMA grants

FEMA Funeral

• The COVID-19 incident period ended on May 11, 2023. FEMA will continue to provide funeral assistance until Sept. 30, 2025, to those who have lost loved ones due to this pandemic.
• FEMA Funeral Assistance is provided to help with the cost of unexpected and uninsured expenses associated with the death of an immediate family member when attributed to an event that is declared to be a major disaster or emergency.

FEMA forms

FEMA training

Key words: flood, tornado, emergency assistance, natural disaster

Find free or reduced-cost resources like food, housing, financial assistance, health care, and more.
Help starts here.

These cottages have all been completely remodeled from new windows, siding and roofs to new flooring, paint, and fixtures. By far the best one bedrooms in the area. For cottage residents convenience a laundry and community room is provided. This location does not have steps, have all 32 inch doors (walkers and wheelchairs) off street close to front door parking and all hard surface flooring for easy cleaning. We would love to show you your new cottage today

The Iowa State Office staff is dedicated to increasing child care's supply and business sustainability by strengthening home-based and center-based childcare programs through business and financial training, coaching, consulting, technical assistance and access to capital.

The Iowa staff also bolsters the workforce and economy by helping communities find the right-sized solutions for child care through consulting projects; including child care market analysis, strategic planning and financial modeling of future facilities and expansions.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FirstChildrensFinance/

People with disabilities, mental health services, family & children services, and substance abuse treatment & recovery. 

Wednesday night meal in Newton church basement.

Flooding Resources

State Agency Resources

• Management of flooded grain and hay, including disposal, fact sheet (DNR & IDALS)
• Flooding and Stored Grain, including damaged structure concerns, factsheet (ISU)
• Management considerations for soils post-flooding
• To apply for assistance to recover from recent flooding, visit DisasterAssistance.gov or call 1-800-621-3362
• Iowa Concern Hotline: As Iowans deal with this devastation, stress can take a toll. To find help regarding stress, disaster recovery, or legal education, call the toll-free hotline at 1-800-447-1985. 
• Road updates: For information about interstate and state highway road closures you may dial 511 or obtain information online. 
• Iowa Department of Natural Resources disaster assistance information
• Farm debris, waste and disposal fact sheet (DNR)
• Iowa Insurance information: If Iowans have questions or concerns regarding their insurance coverage, they can contact the Iowa Insurance Division at 515-281-5705. 
• To volunteer with livestock relief, contact your local Emergency Response Coordinator. 
• Determining the nutrient value of land-applied, flood-damaged corn and soybean grain (ISU Extension) 

Federal Agency Resources

• USDA Emergency Farm Loans 
• USDA Reference Guide for federal assistance. 
• Guidelines for evaluating the safety of flood-affected food crops for human consumption (FDA) 
• Farmers.gov recovery resources 
• List of county USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) offices
• Livestock Indemnity Program Fact Sheet (USDA FSA) 
• For crops that were not insured but were destroyed by a natural disaster (USDA FSA) 
• Protecting livestock during a disaster (USDA APHIS) 
• Emergency Conservation Program Fact Sheet: ECP can provide some cost-share assistance to rehabilitate farmland damaged by natural disasters. It also can provide cost-share assistance to help restore fences damaged or lost due to natural disasters (USDA FSA). 

At Food Bank of Iowa, we believe no one should have to go hungry. We gather and distribute more than 1.5 million pounds of nutritious food each month to 700 partners across 55 Iowa counties, providing assistance to those who need it most.

We recommend calling a pantry or partner before you go to check their hours and any requirements they may have.

FIND FOOD ASSISTANCE IN YOUR COMMUNITY https://foodbankiowa.org/find-food/

Learn about food programs for Jasper County Schools

• Inspections are a "snapshot" of the day and time of the inspection. At the time of the inspection, violations are recorded, and often corrected on the spot, before the inspector leaves the facility. Inspections are conducted by the Department of Inspections and Appeal's Food Safety Specialists. A uniform training program is utilized for all inspectors following national standards. The frequency of inspections varies depending on many factors including the type of food, food preparation, and handling and compliance history of the establishment. In addition, inspections are conducted before opening, upon complaint, and as a follow-up to ensure previous violations have been corrected.
• The State DIAL performs restaurant inspections in Jasper County. 

Keywords: food, restaurants. food complaints, hotel, meals, motel, lodge, food truck 

Four Oaks is the sole provider for foster parent recruitment, retention, and training in Iowa.

The Four Oaks Enterprise, comprised of Four Oaks and Affordable Housing Network, Inc., works together to best serve children and families across Iowa. By combining resources and collaborating across programs and sites, we are able to create a continuum of care to address a variety of barriers to success. This comprehensive approach creates improved, more long-lasting results for those we serve. 

Keywords: foster and adoption, 

At Fredregill Funeral & Cremation Care, we strive to keep costs affordable for our families at their most difficult time of need. We understand that when losing a loved one, the decisions and options may weigh heavy on you and your family. We hope you will turn to us for compassionate care and impeccable service in your time of need. Our pledge is to honor your loved one and family with dignity, respect, and personal attention to every detail.

Clinics are offered in Grinnell and Des Moines. 

Keyword: dr, doctor, medical provider, free, medical care, no insurance

• Kris Weston Memorial Library- 3000 N 4th Ave E, Newton, IA 50208
• The Skaggs Family Library-  1105 E 16th St S, Newton, IA 50208
• Griffin Family Library-  1000 11th Ave W, Newton, IA 50208
• Mark Monroe-  1107 S 6th Ave W., Newton, IA 50208
• Weldons- 809 E 14th St N, Newton, IA 50208
• Mary Martin- 952 High Ave, Newton, IA 50208
•  514 E 10th St S, Newton, IA 50208

Prairie City First Reform Church- 300 E 5th St, Prairie City, IA 50228

Gallegos Counseling offers Telehealth Services to individuals throughout Iowa.

Services are confidential, strength-based, and foused on your individual needs.

HIV, STI, and Viral Hepatitis Testing and Vaccines Near You

Keyword search: HIV, STD, STI, testing, HPV

Limited availability in Jasper Co. 

• Rides, Groceries, Meals & More: Built Better For Older Adults And People With Disabilities.
• Screened & monitored services from Uber, DoorDash, Instacart and more, with or without a smartphone, 24/7.
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• Millions of requests fulfilled for hundreds of thousands of people living independently at home. Available in all 50 states, Canada, and Australia. 

Counseling services for depression, anxiety, grief, parenting stress, suicidal thoughts, self-harming thoughts/behaviors, relationship issues, ADHD, trauma, and more.

Telehealth appointments availabe.

Grace Food Pantry is open on Mondays from 9-11am and Thursday from 3:30- 5:30pm. 

You can find us at Grace Church of Newton- 1620 N 11th Ave E, Newton, IA 50208. Call Grace Church at (641) 792-1793 with any questions. 

Must bring ID and proof of residency. 

At GriefShare you’ll receive valuable guidance and tips, leading you to relief, comfort, and peace of mind.

A support group to help you move through the grief process

A GriefShare support group is a safe, welcoming place where people understand the difficult emotions of grief. Through this 13-week group, you’ll discover what to expect in the days ahead and what’s “normal” in grief. Since there are no neat, orderly stages of grief, you’ll learn helpful ways of coping with grief, in all its unpredictability—and gain solid support each step of the way.

Need Help Dealing with Grief?

GriefShare Grief & Loss Support Groups Are Here for You. In person and online. 

Grieving.com is a community of people supporting each other. The forum is supported through donations and advertising. We have an amazing group of people from over 100 countries. If you are interested in having this community support your product/service please sign up for it here

Breastfeeding support: one-on-one extensive breastfeeding support,a postpartum home visit to help troubleshoot breastfeeding issues or for a baby weight check. This free service is available to families who reside in Poweshiek, Jasper, and Marshall counties. Call (641) 236-2385 to schedule an appointment at Public Health, have a phone consultation or learn more information

Postpartum Support Group: A free group focused on caregivers and their infant(s) newborn to one year of age, Baby weight checks, breast and bottle feeding guidance, professional and peer support, come and go setting, light refreshments provided. Meetings are on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month in the Tomasek Conference Room from 5-6:30 PM. For information call 641-236-2905.

Immunizations: VFC, VFA, private pay, flu shots, COVID, TB skin test. Call for an appointment. 

Medical Loan Equipment Closet call for more information. They are not a DME, only a loan closet. 

Community Care Clinic: Free Clinics of Iowa 

Foot Care Clinic: Call for more information.

Medicare Planning: SHIIP: Call 641-236-2588 to schedule an appointment. 

keywords: breastfeeding, breastfed, milk, pregnancy, new mom, baby, infant, weight check, formula, nurse

Childcare for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years. Preschool offered for 3 and 4 years old, before and after
school programming, and a summer school age program.

A Welcoming Center Offering Urgent Mental Health and Substance Use Care

Our goal is to provide easier access to immediate, onsite assessment and stabilization—outside of a hospital setting—for those 18+ years of age who are experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis.

Our goal is to create an effective alternative for those in need who, until now, may have had no other choice than to go to an emergency room or be sent to jail. Individuals will be able to walk into our center, be brought in by friends or family members, or be accompanied by law enforcement. You do not have to be a resident of Johnson County. Individuals over 18 years old will be provided care regardless of their ability to pay. Insurance may be billed if available; deductibles and co-pays may apply.

A nonprofit organization that helps families build and improve places to call home. We believe affordable housing plays a critical role in strong and stable communities.

Des Moines has a store. Restore the store for appliances, furniture, etc. 

Keywords: home repair, ramps, home ownership

Contact Person: Becca Decker

Hands that Help is a FREE clothing closet. 

Text 641-990-2523 to set up an appointment.  

The Hannah Geneser Learning Center & Safety Store is committed to making safety a priority for all families. Many are surprised to hear preventable injuries are the leading cause of death and injury for children of all ages (1 to 19 years old). That's why we provide a variety of safety products and have experts on hand to help you follow best practices as your child grows. When you leave, we want you to feel confident that you have all the information you need to help keep your family safe. We provide one-on-one education for the proper use of each product you purchase.

Safety Store Products

• Car Seats, Strollers and Car Safety 
• Gates, Locks and Covers 
• Home Products 
• Helmets and Outdoor Activity 
• Medication Safety Products 
• Window Safety Products 

We are a non-profit feline rescue located in Central Iowa. Our mission is to rescue, provide a safe haven, and care for abandoned animals until a permanent home can be found.  Each one of our adoptable has a story and each one has a specific need, thus each home will be picked according to that particular pet's needs! We strive to make sure both the families and animals are happy and take extra precautions to ensure this.  If you are interested in adopting from our organization, you must first fill out an application, and a team member will reach out to you further.

To qualify, a child must live in Iowa and:

• Be under 19 years old;
• Have no other health insurance;
• Be a citizen of the United States or a qualified alien;
• Be in a family that meets the hawk-I income limits.
• Cannot be the dependent of a State of Iowa employee;
• Children who qualify for Medicaid cannot get Hawk-I.

HealGrief® is a social support network that is there when everyone else goes away, and the real grieving begins. Everything we do is inspired by our core belief that no one should ever grieve alone. HealGrief® provides the tools and resources to guide one’s journey with grief into healthy personal growth.

HEAL House of Iowa endeavors to provide a hand-UP to Warren County, Iowa children, families, and individuals in housing distress and/or for those individuals identifying themselves as homeless by providing safe housing support and resource services. HEAL House of Iowa will assist served individuals in identifying and linking to social supports, established services, and available financial resources that have the potential to bridge the individual from homelessness to successfully housed.

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The Healthy Habit All-Stars program has been designed to assist in educating children about public health topics. Animated videos are used to communicate complex health information to children in an age-appropriate manner. 

Healthy Homes Family Services is a  mental health and human services agency in Grinnell, Iowa, We are dedicated to providing supportive and effective therapy services for individuals, families, and children. Our team is committed to promoting emotional well-being and growth for you and your family.

We offer individual counseling services to help individuals to feel more confident in managing previously overwhelming problems.  our goal is to help you gain the necessary tools to grow in a safe, confidential, and nurturing space.

Couples and family counseling is a safe space to learn how to get your needs met and to learn how to meet the needs of others around you. A variety of methods are used to help couples and families be better at communicating, resolving conflict and increasing emotional bonds. 

Our clinicians work with children 6 and older. We offer mental health assessments and counseling for children and adolescents. 

Mental Health counseling agency offering Behavioral Health Intervention Services (BHIS) for children.

We provide FREE in-home counseling services to children on Medicaid insurance, ages 4-18 that have a variety of behaviors, including anger management, impulse control, respectful communication skills, conflict resolution skills, etc.  

Courtney Dewey-Broussard is a BHIS Provider at Heart and Solutions out of Newton and the surrounding areas.

The food pantry was created to give a "hand up" to those who are in need of assistance for whatever reason. We are ready to serve you, all visits are confidential.

Breadline

Keyword search, food, food pantry, hungry, hunger, starving, homeless, bread

"Saved you a seat" 

Kim Brannian

• A ride share Program called Commute with Enterprise. See website. Click on Projects, Commuter Van Pool 
• Website fo Commuter: https://www.commutewithenterprise.com/content/commute/en/partners/hirta.html
• Hearing impaired? Use Relay Iowa    7-1-1 (TTY)
• 1 (800) 735-2943 (Voice)      1 (800) 264-7190 (Voice - Spanish)
• Get on the Bus: A driver will pick you up within a 20-minute window. Please plan your trip accordingly. All riders need to be ready at the beginning of their 20-minute pickup window.  When your bus arrives, board the bus and pay the appropriate fare. You can also pay directly in the HIRTA On Demand app!
• $2.50 in town, $5 in County, further- varies. 
• Download the HIRTA On Demand app on the App Store and Google Play
• Keywords: Transportation, ride share, rideshare, bus

Our hoarding clean-up services in all of Iowa are discreet and affordable. Please don't be ashamed or embarrassed, as we have seen it all and our only focus is on restoring your home to a safe and functional state while working alongside you, making sure you remain in control.

Connects Veterans and their families with careers. 

Home Base Iowa is now directly integrated into IowaWORKS, the state’s largest jobs bank and home of valuable tools for finding careers across Iowa. Veterans who click the button below can find one-on-one career assistance, while Iowa employers will gain access to powerful tools and a database of skilled veteran resumes.

facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IowaWORKSforVeterans

Help for Renters, Private Landlords, & Property Managers

Facing a rental housing problem? HOME, Inc. is here for you! We help renters and landlords throughout Iowa understand their housing rights and responsibilities by providing counseling and education. 

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Please keep in mind, we do not offer legal advice.

The Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) program specialize in linking families and individuals with the benefits, housing resources, services and care they need. The goal of the SSVF program is to improve low-income veteran families’ housing stability. SSVF provides outreach, case management services, health care navigation, and assists participants with obtaining VA benefits as well as other public benefits that they are eligible to receive.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENT

• Must be a veteran or have a veteran in your household
• Experiencing homelessness or imminently homeless
• Meet income guidelines
• Any discharge status except for dishonorable
• Must reside in Dallas, Jasper, Marshall, Polk, Story or Warren County

• At Hometown Hearing, we provide our patients with expert hearing solutions to help them manage their hearing loss. We are a family-owned and operated practice. Our owner and hearing instrument specialist, Jacob Levsen, opened Hometown Hearing in 2015 to provide the people of Des Moines with better hearing.
• We are a no-pressure environment. When you come to Hometown Hearing you will never be pressured to buy a pair of hearing aids that you don’t need or don’t want. We always encourage our patients to test out our hearing aids before they commit to them. That’s why we allow our patients to demo hearing aids for a couple of weeks, so they can experience how they fit and feel in their ears.
• We are able to help patients with the full range of their hearing health needs. Whatever your hearing needs are, we can help you. From the latest hearing aids to assistive listening devices, we can help you experience an improved quality of life through better hearing.

OPEN

Tuesdays and Thursdays

9:00 AM-4:00 PM

At Hometown Dental of Newton, we understand the importance of having a dental home that provides you with exceptional care. As one of our patients, you deserve nothing less!

Our practice provides general dentistry services including the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of a wide variety of conditions and diseases that affect your teeth, gums, and oral health.

Our mission at Hope CDA is to offer hope through Jesus Christ and to build lives for men seeking a second chance. Grounded in truth and love, we provide a comprehensive one-year program where men commit to overcoming addiction, gaining life skills, and finding employment. We aim to demonstrate Christ’s love, witness transformative change, and guide men towards long-term success, empowering them to thrive in all aspects of their lives. Additionally, through our efforts in refurbishing and constructing houses in our jobs training program, we are actively improving communities and helping to address the affordable housing crisis.

Our Goals

• To show Christ’s love.
• To see God change lives.
• To see men lead successful lives free from addiction.
• To provide an environment for God to move.
• To enhance employment opportunities through career training.
• To transform neighborhoods by refurbishing houses.
• To provide housing for low-income families.
• To break the fatherless poverty cycle.
• To help men to become leaders.
• To help men learn how to live successfully, financially, relationally and spiritually.

• Final wishes for terminally-ill hospice patients
• Grief camps for children, teens, and adults
• Bereavement support activities
• Support for hospice workers
• Educational events about the importance of hospice care
• Charitable contributions
• Other

State housing resource website

• Outpatient treatment center that serves adults, adolescents, and children with substance abuse and mental health needs. Services include outpatient substance abuse assessment, outpatient chemical dependency treatment, OWI assessments, and mental health & expressive arts therapy. 
• Peer Recovery Coach is available free of charge in Jasper County.  Please contact kendi.mccollum@mercyone.org. Tel: 641-792-0717
• Keywords: Peer Recovery, substance, Mental Health 

Howerton Child and Family Therapy provides mental health therapy to children ages 2-18. The primary modality is play therapy Kristi Howerton is a registered play therapist, as wellbeing trained in using EMDR therapy.  Accepted insurances include Medicaid, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and United Healthcare.   

https://www.hud.gov/states/iowa/library/disasterrelief  

HUD supports many organizations that provide housing assistance and/or supportive services to people.

• Homelessness
• Affordable places to live
• Home ownership
• Report housing discrimination
• Rent relief and eviction resources
• Housing Quality and Improved Living Conditions

Information on speaking to a HUD-approved Housing Counselor 

Information on having a HUD property inspected

Pharmacy, Dieticians, Health Screenings, 

Keywords: food, pharmacy, immunizations, shots, COVID, hyvee, grocery, Starbucks, restaurant, gas, bakery, delivery, pick up, flowers, florist, deli

• I-Smile is for kids and pregnant women, I-Smile at school is for preventative care for school-aged children.

• MICA’s School Sealant Program provides routine dental screenings to  third and seventh grade students throughout school districts in Boone, Marshall, Story, and Tama counties.

  Along with a routine screening, MICA’s dental hygienist applies a sealant to any tooth in need of one at no cost to the student’s family. These sealants act as a barrier between bacteria and the enamel of the teeth.

  According to the CDC, children receiving dental sealants in school-based programs have 60% fewer decayed surfaces in back teeth for up to 2-5 years after a single application.

• The I-Smile Dental Home Initiative is a program that helps Iowa’s children connect with dental services.
• I-Smile has four objectives: Improve the dental Medicaid program, recruit and retain dentists in underserved areas, incorporate dental clinics within rural hospitals, and improve the dental support system for families.

Keywords: Ismile, pediatric dental, school dental, sealants, free, no cost