Anamosa

Local offices in Anamosa

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Utilities · City office

  Anamosa City Hall and Utility Billing

  107 S Ford Street, Anamosa, IA 52205

  Help here

  • City services and utility billingResidents can contact City Hall with city questions, pay utility bills, or ask about utility billing.
  Call 319-462-6055DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on anamosaia.municipalonlinepayments.com

• Library · City office

  Anamosa Library & Learning Center

  600 E 1st Street, Anamosa, IA 52205

  Help here

  • Library servicesResidents can borrow books, use computers and online resources, and join library programs.
  Call 319-462-2183DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on anamosalibrary.org

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Lawrence Community Center

  600 E Main Street, Anamosa, IA 52205

  Help here

  • Recreation and community programsResidents can use the recreation center and take part in local activities and programs.
  Call 319-462-6181DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on anamosa-iowa.org

City of Anamosa website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Anamosa

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Offices for all of Jones County

Anamosa is in Jones County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Jones County Community Services

  500 W. Main Street, Suite 113, Anamosa, IA 52205

  Help here

  • General assistanceEligible county residents can apply for emergency help with rent or utility bills.
  Call 319-462-4457DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on jonescountyiowa.gov

• State office

  Jones County Iowa Health and Human Services

  105 Broadway Place, Suite 1, Anamosa, IA 52205

  Help here

  • Benefits and social servicesResidents can contact the office about state assistance programs and social services; visits are by appointment.Apply online
  Call 319-451-1640DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hhs.iowa.gov

• Public health · County office

  Jones County Public Health

  105 Broadway Place, Suite 11, Anamosa, IA 52205

  Help here

  • Public health information and servicesResidents can contact the department for health information, immunization services, and help with community health needs.
  • Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)Eligible families can contact the clinic to arrange WIC nutrition support and food benefits.Read more
  Call 319-462-6945DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on jonescountyiowa.gov

• Public health · County office

  Jones County Environmental Health

  105 Broadway Place, Suite 11, Anamosa, IA 52205

  Help here

  • Environmental health assistanceResidents can ask about well water tests, septic systems, food permits, and pool inspections.
  Call 319-462-4715DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on jonescountyiowa.gov

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Jones County Clerk of Court

  500 W. Main St., Anamosa, IA 52205

  Help here

  • Court information and self-help resourcesResidents can contact the clerk about court services and find links to Iowa court information for people representing themselves.
  Call 319-462-4341DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on jonescountyiowa.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Heritage Area Agency on Aging

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportContact Heritage for help finding aging, caregiver, nutrition, wellness, and transportation services.Read more
  Call 319-398-5559Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on heritageaaa.org

Everything in Jones County

Iowa programs by kind of help

These are run by Iowa and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.

• FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
• HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
• HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
• MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
• CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
• EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
• WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
• Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
• SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.

Checked on October 8, 2026

Federal help anyone can use

These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.

• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security retirement benefits

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Medicare

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.

  Call 1-800-633-4227
• Extra Help with Medicare drug costs

  Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• VA health care

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.

  Call 1-877-222-8387
• VA disability compensation and benefits

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.

  Call 1-800-827-1000
• FAFSA, the federal student aid form

  U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Federal Pell Grant

  U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• HealthCare.gov

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The federal marketplace for health insurance plans. Many people can get lower monthly costs based on their income.

  Call 1-800-318-2596
• Lifeline phone and internet discount

  Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.

  Call 1-800-234-9473
• Head Start and Early Head Start

  U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.

  Call 1-866-763-6481
• IRS Free File

  Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.

• VITA and TCE free tax help

  Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.

  Call 1-800-906-9887
• Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

  Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.

  Call 1-800-829-1040
• Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)

  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.

• Replace a Social Security card

  Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• FEMA disaster assistance

  Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.

  Call 1-800-621-3362

Checked on October 9, 2026