Franklin County General Assistance
County assistance program for eligible basic needs such as rent, utilities and food vouchers. Eligibility and funds are limited.
Explore Franklin County and regional programs for food, housing, family services, healthcare, veterans, transportation and more.
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Program eligibility, service hours and funding can change. Contact each provider directly; a listing does not guarantee eligibility or availability.
County assistance program for eligible basic needs such as rent, utilities and food vouchers. Eligibility and funds are limited.
Local food assistance for Franklin County families. Confirm distribution times before visiting.
Food assistance for residents of Franklin County or the West Fork School District.
Community-action intake, LIHEAP energy assistance, weatherization and family support referrals.
Apply for food assistance, cash assistance and other Iowa public benefits.
Local public health office, health promotion and prevention services.
Community hospital and medical services in Hampton.
Nutrition, breastfeeding and supplemental-food support for eligible women, infants and children.
State health coverage applications and eligibility information.
Outpatient behavioral health and substance-use treatment services serving area adults and youth.
24/7 support for mental health, substance use, problem gambling and crises.
Free, confidential 24/7 emotional support and crisis assistance. Call 911 for imminent emergencies.
Housing support and help navigating homelessness and housing instability.
Confidential domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking advocacy, shelter and crisis support.
Curated Franklin County resource referrals, counseling and other Catholic Charities assistance.
Free referral line for shelter, food, housing, utilities, disability services and family needs.
Help with eligible child care costs while working, training or attending school.
Head Start/Early Head Start, family and child health, home visitation and related programs.
Guidance for finding child care and available child care resources.
County veteran service officer assistance, benefits and resources for veterans and families.
State and county veterans service offices, programs and benefits resources.
Information and navigation resources for older adults and people with disabilities.
Demand-response and other accessible transit options across Franklin and neighboring counties.
Jobs, career counseling, training, résumés and employment services for Franklin County.
Free civil legal assistance for eligible Iowans, including housing and family matters.
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