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Provides energy assistance for eligible low income families in which a benefit is paid directly to the utility companies on behalf of eligible households, or directly to renters if the utility costs are included in their rent.

Some applicants may qualify for the Percentage of Income Payment Plan (PIPP), where an eligible client pays a percentage of their income, receives a monthly benefit towards their utility bill, and receives a reduction in overdue payments for every on-time payment they make by the bill due date. Contact for more information.

If the homeowner's furnace is not working or is dangerous or emitting carbon monoxide into the household, LIHEAP may be able to provide a furnace repair or replacement. Contact for more information.

Provides service coordination for individuals with mental illness, intellectual disabilities, and developmental disabilities. Services include information and referrals, assessment of needs, development of individualized service plans, and coordination of funding and supports as needed.

Provides a transitional housing program to survivors with dependent children who are currently staying at the domestic violence shelter. Participants of this initiative are able to transition from the shelter to a transitional housing apartment, where they are offered the opportunity to reside for a period of up to two years, during which they are provided with essential support services.

Offers pediatrics, well child visits, developmental screenings and guidance on nutrition, growth and safety to support children's well-being up to age 21.

Offers adult basic education to improve basic reading, writing, math, life skills, and employability.

Services include:

- Long term residential placement for youth 10-18 years of age. Outpatient substance abuse treatment and therapy services are available for youth placed in the long-term residential program.

- Behavioral health services for youth 5-18 years of age depending on the program or service.

- Volunteer mentoring program for 3rd through 12th graders, in math or reading skills.

- Family preservation services in Iowa and Nebraska.

- Educational programs for professionals working with youth.

Offers, as resources allow, to help refugees and asylees reach economic self-sufficiency and to them with any problems, interests and concerns they may have. The Bureau of Refugee Services works to serve as a central clearinghouse in order to refer refugees and asylees to any resource necessary and available to them. The Bureau is the service agency for all refugees enrolled in FIP, the state welfare reform program. Now offering a Commercial Drivers License (CDL) program. This program will help participants prepare for the class, enroll into the DMACC CDL program at no cost, and obtain a job after completion. Participants will also qualify for “Jump Start” training specially designed to help English Language Learners.

The Women, Infant, and Children Program (WIC) is nationwide nutrition education and breastfeeding program that helps pregnant women, new mothers, babies, and young children (up to age 5) eat well, learn about nutrition, and stay healthy. WIC provides nutrition education and counseling, nutritious foods, and referrals to health and other social services as needs.

Provides specialized outpatient mental health counseling/therapy services to youth and their families. Services such as counseling, crisis intervention, case management, and advocacy are provided by a qualified mental health professional. Counseling services can take place in an office setting, at school, or in the home based on family need. 

Accepts in-person locations (Des Moines, Ankeny, Boone, and Indianola) accept donations of personal hygiene items & diapers/wipes. All locations except for Indianola accept non-perishable food donations as well. Cash donations are always accepted.

County level services provide direct emergency economic aid for vital necessities to veterans, their widow, and dependents, according to their needs. Provide personal visits for assistance and claims to housebound veterans or dependents.

State level services do not require wartime service. Completes applications for the Nebraska Veterans Aid Fund, fee exempt fishing and hunting permits if eligible, applications to the Nebraska Veterans Homes, and waivers of tuition.

Federal level services provides and/or completes Veteran Administration forms for claims relating but not limited to service connected compensation, disability pension, widow's pension, vocational rehab, burial allowance, grave Markers/headstones, educational benefits G.I. Bill Chapter 30, certificate 9 eligibility for VA home loan, insurance, and character of service upgrades.

Services include:

- Speech and Language Therapy.

- Inclusive Child Care (0-6 years old).

- Inclusive Child Care (6-18 years old).

- Social Skills Camp.

- Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).

- Social Skills Supports.

- Autism Resource Room: Open to general public by appointment.

Assists property homeowners, who need a small home repair completed in their home in McHenry County. Senior Services maintains a pool of volunteers and service organizations that are able to help with small handyman tasks and yard maintenance.

Staff can also provide a list to connect seniors to preferred professional service providers and individuals for private pay who have consented to a background and reference screening process. This list is a reliable substitute to choosing an unknown service provider from the phone book. Preferred providers are available to perform general home repairs and odd jobs, plumbing, window washing, waste removal, lawn maintenance, snow removal, etc. Based on availability, financial assistance may be an option for seniors who qualify."

Offers a food pantry for the community members of Warren County.

Provides GED testing for those wanting to get their High School Equivalency diploma. Transcripts and certificates are also available.

Offers a free and confidential crisis line for veterans. Can also help with local suicide prevention coordinators, who can connect veterans to ongoing counseling and services in their area. 

Coalition-driven program that focuses on the prevention of substance use among youth. The coalition meets regularly in order to coordinate ways to reduce youth substance use. In order to advocate for healthy decision-making among students ages 11 to 18, Project LEAD partners with area schools to present an evidence based curriculum which focuses on social-emotional learning, drug-related facts, and refusal skills to refrain from substance use.