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Assistance Programs

The State of Iowa provides assistance through unemployment benefits, medical, food, and income assistance.

Iowa Disaster Recovery

Assistance Programs

How Do I Apply for Rent Reimbursement?

Summary
If you’re a low income Iowan over the age of 65 or a disabled adult you may be eligible for a partial reimbursement of your rent.

Assistance Programs

How Do I Get Family Investment Program (FIP) benefits?

Summary
The Family Investment Program (FIP) provides cash assistance to income-eligible families, with children, as they become self-supporting.

Assistance Programs

How Do I Get Children’s Health Insurance?

Summary
Learn about the benefits and if your family qualifies for the Hawki children's health program.

Assistance Programs

How Do I Apply for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)?

Summary
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides benefits to supplement the food budget of income-eligible families.

Assistance Programs

How Do I Check the Status of a Child Support Case?

Summary
Iowa Child Support ensures that parents provide financial support to their children. There are many services for families available.

Assistance Programs

How Do I Apply to Receive Child Support?

Summary
Iowa Child Support can help you get child support and medical support. We can establish paternity, establish support orders, locate parents and their employers

Assistance Programs

How Do I Apply for Child Care Assistance ?

Summary
Child Care Assistance is available to the children of income-eligible parents who are absent for a portion of the day working or getting job training.

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