Accessline provides free legal advice, brief service and representation to low-income people on areas such as: consumer law, family law, housing law, public benefits, disability benefits, employment/unemployment, public benefits, clearing a criminal history and educational rights.
After contacting one of the hotlines, cases may be referr...
Iowa Department of Human Rights is a state agency with a mission to ensure basic rights, freedoms and opportunities for all by empowering underrepresented Iowans and eliminating economic, social and cultural barriers. The Department helps Iowans attain independence by ensuring access to government services and advancing educational achievement and ...
Application assistance to low-income, disabled, and elderly individuals in filling out Iowa rent reimbursement forms. Appointments may be made by phone January-April.
Prepares Rent Reimbursement forms for customers over 65 and the disabled.
GED (General Education Development) and ABE (Adult Basic Education) classes for those seeking to obtain their high school equivalency diploma.
ESL (English as a Second Language) classes are 'open entry' throughout the year, providing instruction in English speaking, reading, writing, and listening for adults who range in ability from abs...
Educational Outreach Program, including providing and preparing immigration forms, case investigations, and consultations on immigration issues. Also provides employer seminars, training, and workshops on immigrations documents and diversity.
The Jail Diversion Program is offered to individuals in Jasper and Poweshiek Counties who are in contact with the criminal justice system because of a mental health or co-occurring disorder. Participation in the Jail Diversion Program is voluntary. Program staff are able to assist with locating housing, applying for community assistance programs, ...
Community Assistance
-Provides resources for health, financial, and public services in the community
-Assistance with accessing public assistance program and benefits
-Assistance completing forms and making phone calls on an individual’s behalf
-Referrals for basic needs and emergency assistance
-Employment services and con...
Case managers assist families and individuals experiencing a personal crisis. Information and referrals provided for a variety of needs. Direct services include budgeting, funeral assistance, elder care services, and application/forms assistance for tribal and government programs.
JASPER COUNTY RSVP offers assistance in filling out rent rebate forms.
Assists newcomers–immigrants, refugees and vulnerable individuals–by meeting immediate and emerging needs. May help resolve any issue for a newcomer, either on-site or with the assistance of our partnering organizations and businesses. Interpreters for clients in Arabic, Dinka, Nuer, Spanish and others are available during appointments.
With short term case management, help immigrants and refugees with whatever concerns they have in order to help them integrate successfully into society.
A forum for enhancing the quality of life of all the Bhutanese people living in Iowa. To promote, protect and preserve the rich cultural Bhutan heritage through empowerment and collaboration. Services include Citizenship education and application assistance, Green Card application assistance, cultural heritage programs, translation and interpretati...
Recognized by the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) as a qualified immigration legal service provider. All practicing immigration specialists have received extensive education and training in immigration law and have obtained BIA accreditation. An immigration attorney is also available for individuals in removal or deportation proceedings who need...
Individuals who do not qualify to receive a Social Security number are required by the Internal Revenue Service to have an ITIN (Individual Tax Identification Number) to file their taxes. As a Certifying Acceptance Agent for ITIN applications, Community Action can review the original identifying documents (such as passports, birth certificates, and...
3-24-2020 - COVID-19 Update:
Legal Aid of Nebraska has extended its office closings to include ALL offices statewide as of 3/17/20. Legal Aid offices will be closed to the public, including all Access to Justice (A2J) Self-Help Centers. Staff will continue to work from home and attend all required court appear...
Provides legal assistance in Elderly Law, Civil Law, and Children's Rights Law. Can only take a limited number of cases. No bankruptcies or personal injury cases.
Congregate meals, Mon-Fri 11:30 am-1 pm. Sack lunches available on Friday for the weekends.
Home delivered meals - Hot Shot program delivers meals to all of Howard County 5 days per week.
Housekeeping services at a reduced rate.
Respite care by appointment.
Transportation for all of Howard County.
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Home delivered and congregate meals.
Fitness and craft center
Choices program provides case management for those wishing to live on their own.
Legal services provided 3 times a year, call for information.
Blood pressure screening the third Monday of each month.
Health programs at different time...
Financial counselors provide expert, unbiased, confidential education and advice on complex insurance issues and other financial matters.
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