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Coordinated Entry is the front door to homeless services. It is the first point of contact individuals need to contact who are in need of shelter services. Staff will provide guidance to anyone experiencing homelessness to the correct support and housing programs most appropriate to their situation.

Provides a limited supply of infant diapers to families.

For legal issues affecting people age 60 and over. The hotline is staffed by an experienced paralegal conferring with an attorney.

Legal service program that helps:

- Individuals and families obtain and maintain Medicaid and Medicare and obtain coverage for services needed.

- With medical assistance denials, terminations, spend down issues (Medicaid, Medicare).

- Older adults and people with disabilities get the help needed to remain in their own home or secure coverage for long-term care.

- Older adults and people with disabilities establish powers of attorney.

- With nursing home discharges.

- Family members obtain guardianship or other legal authority to care for loved ones.

- People with HIV/AIDS obtain care and services.

Offers law enforcement services to the Iowa County area. Issues gun/firearm permits, runs requested background checks, and manages the county Jail.

Law enforcement agency.

Home delivered meals are provided to qualified individuals in their residence. The meals must meet 1/3 of the daily recommended dietary needs of adults 60 years and over and the requirements of the Older Americans Act and state and local laws.

Crisis intervention for run-away, locked-out, homeless, and ungovernable youth.

Ensures youth gets emergency psychiatric or substance abuse treatment if needed.  Offers a follow-up care plan for youths reunited with family.  Provides short-term or long-term placements if reunification is not immediately possible.

Provides home visits 1-2 times a month to do medication set-up, health assessments, blood draws for lab tests and other health interventions.

Also offers the Lifeline personal emergency response system units to individuals and families. The Medical Alert Button provides access to trained care specialists 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days of the year. 

Assists Nebraskans who are 60 years and over or have a disability and/or their representatives in accessing services and supports to allow the person to live as independently as possible in the setting of their choice. ADRC staff are available by phone or in person to assist in accessing resources based on the person’s needs and preferences.  This may include providing information and referrals for services such as housing, personal care, transportation, food and nutrition, public benefits, therapies, employment, etc.

Support services for crime victims.

Provides a voluntary program for individuals receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits to assist with skill development and employment. Services include job search support, structured job search activities, and classroom training, which includes computer literacy instruction to help participants learn or improve their skills in using computers, hardware, and various software applications.

Offers 1, 2, and 3 bedroom apartments and townhomes, select units of which have income-based rent options. Community laundry facilities. Heat, cooking, water, and trash are included. Onsite playground, business center, weight room, and clubhouse available for residents.

Housing Choice Vouchers accepted, waitlist applies.

Offers drug and alcohol substance abuse treatment services. Substance abuse counselors will work with each individual or family to come up with the most appropriate treatment plan. Services include substance abuse evaluations, outpatient treatment, OWI assessments, continuing care treatment and DOT reporting. 

Students who participate in free monthly lunch-provided workshops and other activities may be eligible for limited financial assistance. Students must be currently enrolled at WNCC and apply for the program. The program is co-located with the TRIO Student Support Services program.

Provides housing assistance to low-income residents through the management of the Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. Participants may select any house, duplex, or apartment that meets Housing Quality Standards and is an existing Section 8 property. The program supports eligible individuals and families, including older adults and people with disabilities, by ensuring access to affordable housing options. 

Utility assistance for low income households, including the LIHEAP program during winter months.

LIHEAP aids qualifying low-income Iowa households (homeowners and renters) in the payment of a portion of their residential heating costs for the winter heating season, to encourage regular utility payments and promote energy awareness, and to encourage reduction of energy usage through energy efficiency and client education.

Provides research-based information and resources to sustain communities into the future. ISU Extension CED people and programs work with communities on aligning all efforts with the goals of maximizing diversity and inclusivity. The program focuses on the following five critical issues: Housing, Demographics, Local Economies, Built Environment and Civic Engagement and Leadership Capacity.

Voter registration and election services.

Provides library services. Items that may be borrowed from or used in the library include books, music recordings, CDs and DVDs, audiobooks/electronic books; computer software, magazines, and newspapers. The library also has computers and WiFi for public access. There are also library sponsored programs for all ages offered.

Provides a residential inpatient treatment program for individuals struggling with substance abuse. Services include a variety of therapeutic modalities, including individual and group therapy, or family therapy. The addiction treatment program is tailored to meet individuals independently, ensuring that they receive 24-hour care and support for long-term recovery.

Provides transportation service to the Captain James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center (Lovell FHCC) for honorably discharged veterans who have a medical appointment at the facility. The service may include transportation expense assistance, such as financial support or resources for individuals who lack other means of transportation. A family member may be permitted to ride along to assist the veteran.

Assists people with identifying, selecting, obtaining, coordinating, and utilizing both paid services and natural supports to enhance their independence, productivity and integration.

Provides support groups for adults and significant others of adults who have Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Depression, or Bipolar disorder. Also invites those who have symptoms of OCD but have not been formally diagnosed by a healthcare provider.

Support group and education for people with a brain tumor diagnosis, their family, friends, or health care professionals; education presented by health care and community speakers.