Sheldon

Local offices in Sheldon

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

• Local office · Regional office

  211 Iowa

  Help here

  • Information and referralsCall 211 to find local help with food, housing, utility bills, health care, and other needs.
  Call 211Website

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  Sheldon VR Branch Office

  517 Park Street, Suite A, Sheldon, IA 51201

  Help here

  • Vocational rehabilitationContact the office for help with vocational rehabilitation services for people with disabilities.
  Call 712-324-4864DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on workforce.iowa.gov

• Utilities · City office

  City of Sheldon City Hall

  416 9th Street, Sheldon, IA 51201

  Help here

  • City services and community centerVisit City Hall for city services and information about the Community Services Center.
  • Water and sewer utility billingContact the city to set up water or sewer service and ask about a utility bill.Read more
  Call 712-324-4651DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on sheldoniowa.gov

• Library · City office

  Sheldon Public Library

  925 4th Avenue, Sheldon, IA 51201

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the library to borrow materials, use its resources, and join community programs.
  Call 712-324-2442DirectionsWebsite

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

City of Sheldon website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Sheldon

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

Offices for all of O'Brien County

Sheldon is in O'Brien County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  O'Brien County General Assistance

  155 S Hayes Ave, Primghar, IA 51245

  Help here

  • Emergency financial helpResidents who meet income rules can ask about help with rent, utilities, medical costs, prescriptions, or burial expenses.
  Call 712-957-0031DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · Nonprofit

  Mid-Sioux Opportunity WIC

  714 10th Ave E, Suite 2, Spencer, IA 51301

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition supportEligible families can get food benefits, nutrition education, health checks, and breastfeeding support through WIC.
  Call 712-539-0869DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  O'Brien County DHS

  160 Second Street SE, Primghar, IA 51245

  Help here

  • Social servicesResidents can contact this office about social services; income maintenance is handled by the Clay County office.
  Call 712-957-5135DirectionsWebsite

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

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Mid-Sioux Opportunity, Inc. O'Brien County

  Living Water Community Church, 610 2nd Ave, Sheldon, IA 51201

  Help here

  • Community action servicesResidents can contact Mid-Sioux for help finding programs that support families and people with low incomes.
  Call 712-260-7181DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  O'Brien County Public Health

  155 South Hayes, Primghar, IA 51245

  Help here

  • Public health servicesThe department offers health prevention, education, immunization, and related public health services.
  Call 712-957-0105DirectionsWebsite

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

• Mental health and recovery · County office

  O'Brien County Judicial Mental Health Advocate

  155 S Hayes Ave, Primghar, IA 51245

  Help here

  • Mental health commitment supportThe advocate helps people understand court commitment orders, learn their rights, and raise concerns about their care.
  Call 712-957-5985DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in O'Brien 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