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Disaster preparedness, response, recovery and mitigation. Information and education on emergency disaster preparedness.

Works to help Veterans on their recovery journey through outpatient and inpatient services. The residential facility helps Veterans deal with substance abuse, homelessness, mental health, and unemployment through its 24-hour therapeutic and educational programs.

Nutrition education and counseling, supplemental foods, and information for women, children, and infants about other health services based on assessment findings.

Nutrition education and counseling, supplemental foods, and information for women, children, and infants about other health services based on assessment findings.

Federal nutrition program that provides nutrition education, nutrition counseling, breastfeeding support, nutritious foods, and referrals to other community services.

Offers to work with registered child care providers to improve the nutritional level of the children they serve via nutrition classes and home visits. The program reimburses registered providers for providing USDA approved meals and snacks, thus ensuring the nutrition children need to grow.

Provides coffee and activities for seniors.

2026 New Visions Holiday Celebration:

- Community Christmas Family Sign-Up will open October 14th, 2026. Families may be eligible to receive gifts for children in their care, books, games and food for the holidays.

- Community Wide Celebration will be held on Saturday, December 12, 2026 (families will sign up for a specific time when registering) at the Iowa West Sports Plex in Council Bluffs (3260 Mid America Dr, Council Bluffs, IA 51501).

Basic Needs Assistance Program is designed to meet the emergency needs of low-income individuals age 60 or over. Funds are available for material aid: for emergency needs such as rent payment assistance, utility bills, eyeglasses, prescription medications, and minor home repairs. The limit for a request is $400 every 2 years. If a service or funds are available elsewhere the assistance will not be approved until all resources have been explored. Assistance can only be issued when funding is available.

Provides substance abuse services include assessments, brief early intervention, chemical dependency treatment including opioids, residential placement referral, and OWI evaluations. Offers Prevention and Awareness services to middle and high school students.

Provides American Indian employment and training programs. 

A demand-responsive, handicapped-accessible public transit system that provides door-to-door transportation services for all residents of Iowa County, including very low-income individuals requiring transportation for shopping, medical or welfare appointments, employment, recreational or social events, or other essential activities.

Provides vocational assessments, job coaching and supported employment services. In addition, support for students with disabilities pursuing post-secondary education is available.

Offers clothing, shoes, and coats are provided to those in need at no cost. Shoppers are allowed to shop twice per month.

Offers a variety of eye care services for individuals in need. Services include comprehensive eye examinations, eye health screenings and disease detection, prescribing glasses or contact lenses, ongoing vision care and follow-ups.

Provides weatherization services to low income households. Helps conserve fuel and reduce energy costs by making homes and apartments more energy efficient. Also provides many health and safety upgrades.

Services vary, but may include insulation, furnace work, and air sealing.