General Assistance

General Assistance provides temporary assistance with basic and special needs. The program serves individuals and families who are at risk due to a temporary crisis and/or a mental or physical disability.

Typically the program may only be used once per calendar year. If already used within the year, an individual can obtain a Notice of Decision declination letter from General Assistance and a list of community resources which may be able to assist with the individual’s need.

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General Relief provides temporary assistance with basic and special needs. The program serves individuals and families who are at risk due to a temporary crisis and/or a mental or physical disability.

Typically the program may only be used once per calendar year. If already used within the year, an individual can obtain a Notice of Decision declination letter from General Relief and a list of community resources which may be able to assist with the individual’s need.

  • Emergency food assistance
  • Shelter
  • Utilities
  • Medical Services
  • Burial
  • Additional assistance:
    • HAWK-I
    • Needy Meds Prescription Program
    • Iowa Workforce Development

Eligibility:

Must be a resident of Dallas county and meet income restrictions. Other eligibility requirements may apply.

If you are a veteran please contact Veteran Affairs at 515.993.5809.

Intake Process:

Must present a valid picture ID, social security card, and verification of all household income and expenses in the last 30 days.

Call 515.993.1731 or see website for more information. An application is available on the website.

Hours:

Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm

Mailing Address:

25747 N Avenue, Suite C
Adel, IA 50003

Handicap Accessible: Yes

Appointment Needed: Yes

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  • LIHEAP
  • Crisis/Energy Assistance
  • Weatherization
  • WIC
  • Nest Program
  • Parents as Teachers
  • Disaster Case Management
  • Affordable Housing

Eligibility:

Dependent on program, contact for further information.

Intake Process:

Complete contact form: Contact Us :: Operation Threshold or reach by phone for more information on programs.

Interpreters Available:

English, Phone interpretation Available

Hours:

Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm.

Mailing Address:

P.O. Box 4120
Waterloo, IA 50704

Payment:

No cost to participants.

Handicap Accessible: Yes

Appointment Needed: Yes

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