Des Moines County

Local offices in Des Moines County

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

• State office

  Des Moines County Human Services

  3535 Agency St., Suite 102, Burlington, IA 52601

  Help here

  • Food and cash assistanceContact Iowa HHS for help applying for food and cash assistance.Apply online
  • Health coverageContact Iowa HHS for help with Medicaid and other health coverage programs.Apply online
  Call 319-754-4622DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  Des Moines County Public Health

  505 Curran St., Burlington, IA 52601

  Help here

  • Public health nursing and home healthCall for public health nursing, home health, and help finding local health services.
  • ImmunizationsCall to ask about immunization clinics and make an appointment.Read more
  Call 319-753-8290DirectionsWebsite

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

• Mental health and recovery · County office

  Des Moines County Mental Health & Disabilities Services

  910 Cottonwood, Suite 1000, Burlington, IA 52601

  Help here

  • Mental health and disability servicesContact the county office for help connecting with mental health and disability services.
  Call 319-754-8556DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Milestones Area Agency on Aging, Burlington Office

  509 Jefferson St., Burlington, IA 52601

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportOlder adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers can get referrals, counseling, and help finding local services.
  Call 319-752-5433DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Des Moines County Veterans Affairs

  513 N. Main St., Basement, Burlington, IA 52601

  Help here

  • Veterans assistanceThe county office helps veterans find county and federal benefits and services.
  Call 319-752-7171DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Des Moines County Emergency Management Agency

  13700 Washington Rd., West Burlington, IA 52655

  Help here

  • Emergency alerts and preparednessGet local emergency alerts and information about preparing for disasters.
  Call 319-208-5660DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · City office

  Burlington Public Library

  210 Court St., Burlington, IA 52601

  Help here

  • Library servicesUse the library to borrow books and other materials, use online resources, and get help from a librarian.
  Call 319-753-1647DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on burlington.lib.ia.us

Des Moines County, Iowa website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Des Moines County

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

Cities and towns in Des Moines County

• Burlington
• Danville
• Mediapolis
• Middletownnot checked yet
• West Burlington

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