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GENERAL ASSISTANCE | MAHASKA COUNTY OFFICES

Provides assistance on a temporary basis for a limited time for basic needs. Help may include rent/lot rent, interest on mortgage, utilities-gas, electric, water, possible prescription medication costs and food vouchers for clients who are unable to work. Cannot be on Subsidized Housing, a student, receive Social Security, or a Veteran.

Physical Address

Mahaska County Courthouse, Oskaloosa, IA 52577

Hours

Mon 8 am - 4:30 pm; Tue 8 am - 4:30 pm; Wed 8 am - 4:30 pm; Thu 8 am - 4:30 pm; Fri 8 am - 4:30 pm;

Fax

(641) 673-2560

Application process

Call for an appointment

Fee

None

Required documents

Financial statements, photo ID, social security card, for those unable to work an incapacity form (at office) completed by doctor and verification of applying for SSI/SS

Eligibility

Must be 18 years of age or older, county resident, meet income guidelines, and not receiving SSI, Social Security, FIP, or cannot be a Veteran, Cannot be on Subsidized Housing

Languages

English

Service area

Mahaska County, Iowa

Agency info

MAHASKA COUNTY OFFICES

Offers county government services to the communities in Mahaska County.