Dickinson County

Local offices in Dickinson County

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

• Human services · State office

  Dickinson County DHS

  1802 Hill Ave, Suite 2401, Spirit Lake, IA 51360

  Help here

  • Benefits and human servicesResidents can contact this office for help with Iowa Health and Human Services programs.Apply online
  Call 712-336-2555DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hhs.iowa.gov

• Local office · Regional office

  211 Iowa

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall or search online to find local help with food, housing, utilities, health care, and other needs.
  Call 866-813-1731Website

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on 211iowa.org

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Upper Des Moines Opportunity Dickinson County Outreach Center

  1575 18th St, Spirit Lake, IA 51360

  Help here

  • Community action assistanceResidents can ask about local help with housing, energy bills, food, and family support programs.
  Call 712-336-1112DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on iowacommunityaction.org

• Public health · County office

  Dickinson County Public Health

  2301 Highway 71 South, Spirit Lake, IA 51360

  Help here

  • Public health servicesResidents can get immunizations, health screenings, public health nursing, and health education.
  Call 712-339-6050DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dickinsoncountyiowa.gov

• Mental health and recovery · County office

  Dickinson County Community Services

  1802 Hill Ave, Suite 2502, Spirit Lake, IA 51360

  Help here

  • Mental health region service coordinationResidents can contact the service coordinator for help connecting with mental health services.
  Call 712-336-0775DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dickinsoncountyiowa.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Elderbridge Agency on Aging

  714 10th Avenue East, Suite 1, Spencer, IA 51301

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportOlder adults, caregivers, and people with disabilities can get information and help finding services.Read more
  Call 800-243-0678DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on elderbridge.org

• Veterans · County office

  Dickinson County Veterans Affairs

  1802 Hill Avenue, Suite 1508, Spirit Lake, IA 51360

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceVeterans and their families can get help with benefits and available services.
  Call 712-336-0883DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dva.iowa.gov

• Jobs and training · State office

  IowaWORKS Spencer

  217 W 5th Street, Spencer, IA 51301

  Help here

  • Job search and workforce servicesGet in-person help with job searches, training, and employment services.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on workforce.iowa.gov

• State office · State office

  Dickinson County Treasurer's Office Driver’s License Station

  1802 Hill Ave, Suite 1101, Spirit Lake, IA 51360

  Help here

  • Driver licensingResidents can make an appointment for driver license services at this station.
  Call 712-336-6333DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on iowadot.gov

Dickinson County, Iowa website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Dickinson County

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

Cities and towns in Dickinson County

• Arnolds Park
• Lake Park
• Milford
• Okoboji
• Orleansnot checked yet
• Spirit Lake
• Superiornot checked yet
• Terrilnot checked yet
• Wahpetonnot checked yet
• West Okobojinot checked yet

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.
• GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
• TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
• 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.
• LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.

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