Early

Local offices in Early

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

• Local office · City office

  Early City Hall

  107 Main Street, Early, IA 50535

  Help here

  • City services and questionsContact the city clerk for city services, forms, and local government questions.
  • Water, sewer, and garbage billsPay city utility bills online or contact City Hall for billing help.Apply online
  Call 712-273-5283DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on earlyia.com

• Library · City office

  Early Public Library

  107 Main Street, Early, IA 50535

  Help here

  • Library materials and programsGet a library card to borrow books, movies, games, and other materials, and join library programs.Apply online
  Call 712-273-5334DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on early.lib.ia.us

City of Early, Iowa website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Early

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

Offices for all of Sac County

Early is in Sac County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Sac County General Assistance

  Sac County Courthouse, 100 N. West State Street, 2nd floor, Sac City, IA 50583

  Help here

  • Emergency assistanceEligible residents can ask for short-term help with essentials such as food, shelter, utilities, or emergency medical costs.Read more
  Call 712-662-4552DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Sac County HHS

  By appointment only, 116 South State S, Suite B, Sac City, IA 50583

  Help here

  • Iowa benefits and human servicesResidents can contact this office about state benefits and human services; visits are by appointment and served by the Carroll County office.Apply online
  Call 712-792-4391DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing help · Regional office

  Region XII Regional Housing Authority

  320 E. 7th Street, Carroll, IA 51401

  Help here

  • Housing Choice VoucherEligible households in Sac County can apply for rental assistance through the Housing Choice Voucher program.Apply online
  Call 712-792-5560DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  Sac County Health Services

  116 S. State Street, Suite A, Sac City, IA 50583

  Help here

  • Community health servicesResidents can ask about public health services, immunization clinics, and tuberculosis testing.Read more
  Call 712-662-4785DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on saccountyhealthservices.com

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Iowa District Court for Sac County

  100 NW State Street, Suite 12, Sac City, IA 50583

  Help here

  • Court clerk servicesResidents can contact the clerk about court matters, fines, and jury service.
  Call 712-662-7791DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Elderbridge Agency on Aging, Carroll Office

  512 N. Court St., Suite 1, Carroll, IA 51401

  Help here

  • Aging servicesOlder adults in Sac County can contact Elderbridge for information about aging services and support.
  Call 800-243-0678DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Sac 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