General Assistance processes applications for the County General Assistance Program for individuals meeting the 100 percent poverty guidelines.


  Howard County, Iowa - General Assistance

Appointment Memo from General Assistance Office - Click here to open this document

General Assistance is financial assistance for individuals/families at or below 100% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines. General Assistance may be able to assist you with rent, utility, medical, prescription, and/or dental expenses. More information regarding the program is available in the forms section.

The General Assistance Administrator processes applications for the County General Assistance Program by appointment only. Please call to make an appointment or if you have questions regarding the program and/or eligibility.
When meeting with individuals the General Assistance Administrator may refer individuals to other agencies.

When meeting with individuals the General Assistance Administrator may refer individuals to other agencies.

Address:
Public Services Building
205 E 2nd Street 
Cresco IA 52136

Office Hours:
Monday - Friday
- By Appointment Only -

Phone Number:
563.547.2636

FAX Number:
563.547.3117

General Assistance Administrator:
Chalsea Carroll


Employees in the General Assistance Office:
Kelsey Schumacher
Administrative Assistant


General Assistance Forms:
Downloadable forms
used in the General
Assistance office


Links:
Pharmaceutical
Assistance Programs


Iowa Department
of Human Services
 
             

Welcome to Chester, Iowa - Established 1858!

Public Services Building - Cresco, IA

Public Library - Elma, IA

Lidtke Mill - Lime Springs, IA