GENERAL ASSISTANCE | MAHASKA COUNTY OFFICES
301 1st Avenue East, Oskaloosa, IA 52577
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
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
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
Languages
English
Application process
Call for an appointment
Fees
None
Service area
Mahaska County, Iowa
Description
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, burial assistance, and food vouchers for clients who are unable to work. Cannot be on Subsidized Housing, a student, receive Social Security, or a Veteran.
Providing organization
MAHASKA COUNTY OFFICES
Offers county government services to the communities in Mahaska County.