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Matches the value of SNAP (the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, formerly known as food stamps) EBT purchases made on fresh fruits and vegetables at participating farmers markets and grocery stores with additional dollars to spend on more fresh fruits and vegetables. 

For instance, a family that spends $5 in SNAP benefits on fresh fruits and vegetables at a participating farmers market or grocery store receives an additional $5 in Double Up Food Bucks to purchase more fresh fruits and vegetables at their next shopping trip. SNAP card holders can earn up to $10 of Double Up Food Bucks per shopping trip. To find a participating Double Up Food Bucks location, visit the website.

Provides comprehensive classroom and home-based services to pregnant women and children birth to age five, including children with significant special needs.

CEFS Outreach offices do not serve the program; the program provides services from their own classroom/office locations. (See the notes in Coverage Area for more details.)

A website that helps laid-off workers and other career changers find new occupations to explore. Users can identify occupations that require skills and knowledge similar to their current or previous job, learn more about these suggested matches, locate local training programs, and/or apply for jobs.

Provides hot meals delivered to homebound seniors on a daily basis.

Offers a full complement of medical care including cardiovascular and pulmonary services, an Emergency Department, maternity services, general medical and surgical care, joint and spine services and a variety of health related support groups. Contact My Nurse for more information regarding health related support groups and other available services.

Provides pregnancy testing and adoption information including agency referrals, maternity & infant supplies, medical referrals, parenting education, ultrasound (only to confirm viable pregnancy, not to determine gender or abnormalities) and support for men.

Provides city government and utility services to the residents of Colfax.

Provides supervision, individual engagement and education for daily living functions.

Provides minor home repairs or modifications to rehabilitate substandard homes with an emphasis on health and safety issues. Some typical repairs under this program include, but are not limited to plumbing and electrical upgrades, roof repairs, and new heating systems.

Offers home delivered meals for Marion County residents ages 60 and older. Individuals not on a waiver in Pella or Knoxville must contract the congregate meal site for home delivery. Individuals may choose meal options and scheduled delivery days. 

Offers FIP (Family Investment Program) a cash assistance program for children and their families who have low income, also available to relatives caring for children whose parents are not in the home. The goal of FIP is to help families leave poverty and become self supporting, can participate for up to 60 months. FIP is Iowa's Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program.

Senior center providing a variety of social, educational, support, and wellness programs and activities designed for adults ages 50+.

Weekly activities include band, chorus, cards, painting, ceramics, computers, bingo, and trips in the community.

Congregate meal served Mon-Fri 11:30 am-12:30 pm in conjunction with Milestones Area Agency on Aging.

Styling Salon by appointment only.

- Helps families find a child care provider to meet their needs.

- Assists people interested in starting a home- or center-based child care business. Provides free technical assistance with meeting Iowa regulations, paperwork, and training opportunities to provide quality child care.

- Improves the quality of child care services. Child Care Consultants provide both onsite and virtual visits to answer any questions or provide resources to assist providers in improving their services. Providers can request as many visits as needed to assist them, and it is recommended to have a regular schedule of visits to address ongoing or new needs.

Offers the Children Lead Poisoning Prevention Program, education about lead poisoning, and lead testing.

Provides information on Parkinson's disease, including its causes, symptoms, treatment options, and therapeutic activities to do at home. Also offers resources and insights to foster understanding and awareness about living with Parkinson's disease, promoting positive communication and interaction with individuals affected by the condition. 

Provides information on Parkinson's disease, including its causes, symptoms, treatment options, and therapeutic activities to do at home. Also offers resources and insights to foster understanding and awareness about living with Parkinson's disease, promoting positive communication and interaction with individuals affected by the condition. 

Provide life-long learning opportunities by partnering with schools, families and neighborhood residents to promote youth development and stronger communities through before and after school programs, Community Learning Centers and youth summer programs.