Assistance Programs
When you need help, Iowa is here for you. You deserve to have access to programs and services to keep you, your family, and loved ones healthy and thriving.
Assistance Programs
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Child Care & Daycare Assistance
We'll help you find affordable child care and daycare in Iowa to look after your little ones and keep them safe.
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Food Stamps & SNAP
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) helps you budget and buy healthy groceries for your family.
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Rent Assistance
You deserve an affordable, safe place to call home. Explore rent assistance and rent reimbursement programs from Iowa.
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Women, Infants & Children (WIC)
From breastfeeding resources to nutrition and food support, WIC helps new families and babies thrive.
Medicaid
Ready to apply?
Members can apply online through the HHS Benefits Portal or with a downloadable paper application form. Contact your local Iowa HHS office for more information.
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Help for Home
Explore housing programs for renters and homebuyers.
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Low-income Home Energy Assistance
Get help with heating in the colder Iowan months through LIHEAP, providing a one-time payment for heating utilities.
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Housing & Homelessness Transition
We help people and families with mental illness, trauma, and recovery needs find safe, affordable housing.
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Homeownership Programs
Explore Iowa Economic Development's mortgage, down payment, and closing cost programs for first-time homebuyers.
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Rental Programs
Rental programs help Iowans find affordable housing and assistance; and work with developers to build more space.
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Assistance Programs
Need Help Applying?
Our team is here to support you. Call 1-800-972-2017 to for questions or help when applying for assistance programs. Or, contact your local HHS office to work with someone close to home.