Ida County

Local offices in Ida County

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

• Human services · County office

  Ida County General Assistance

  401 Moorehead St, Ida Grove, IA 51445

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  • General assistanceThe county office can help residents ask about county general assistance.
  Call 712-364-2533DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Ida County HHS Office

  401 Moorehead St, Ida Grove, IA 51445

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  • Benefits office appointmentsResidents can arrange an appointment at this location for Iowa HHS services; benefit income maintenance is handled by Buena Vista County HHS.Apply online
  • Social servicesIda County social services are provided through Woodbury County HHS.
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · Regional office

  211 Iowa

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

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211iowa.org

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Mid-Sioux Opportunity Ida County Outreach Center

  401 Moorehead St, Ida Grove, IA 51445

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  • Community action servicesThe outreach center connects residents with food, energy, family, and other community support programs.
  Call 712-225-3322DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  Public Health for Ida County

  701 E 2nd St, Ida Grove, IA 51445

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  • ImmunizationsThe clinic provides vaccines for eligible children and hepatitis B vaccines for adults.
  • Foot careThe clinic offers foot care for people who have trouble caring for their own feet.
  • Health information and referralsStaff provide health education, blood pressure checks, and referrals to local resources.
  Call 712-364-7311DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  Ida County Environmental Health

  401 Moorehead St, Ida Grove, IA 51445

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  • Private well and septic helpThe office helps residents with private well samples, septic permits, and well construction permits.
  • Environmental health concernsResidents can contact the office about radon, rabies quarantines, and public health nuisance complaints.
  Call 712-364-2533DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Connections Area Agency on Aging, Sioux City Office

  2301 Pierce St, Sioux City, IA 51104

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  • Aging servicesThe agency connects older adults and caregivers in Ida County with local aging services and support.
  Call 712-279-6900DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Ida County Veteran Affairs

  401 Moorehead St, Ida Grove, IA 51445

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  • Veterans benefits assistanceThe office helps veterans and their dependents find and apply for eligible benefits.
  Call 712-364-4176DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Ida County Emergency Management

  401 Moorehead St, Ida Grove, IA 51445

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  • Emergency preparedness and recoveryThe office coordinates local resources to prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters.
  Call 712-364-2533DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office · County office

  Ida County Treasurer Driver's License Office

  401 Moorehead St, Ida Grove, IA 51445

  Help here

  • Driver's licensesThe treasurer's office issues and renews Iowa driver's licenses by appointment.
  Call 712-364-2625DirectionsWebsite

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

Ida County, Iowa website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Ida County

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

Cities and towns in Ida County

• Arthur
• Battle Creek
• Galva
• Holstein
• Ida Grove

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