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Childcare and Family Support Services
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Pre-Natal/Antenatal Services
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Housing Services (Emergency)
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Mental Health/Substance Abuse
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Legal Services
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Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Services
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Childcare and
Family Support Services
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The Arc of Southeast Iowa
2620 Muscatine Ave,
Iowa City, IA 52240
The Arc of
Southeast Iowa serves individuals with disabilities and their families by
providing services such as Individual and Group Respite Care, Supported
Community Living, Supported Employment, Consumer Directed Attendant Care,
Intermittent Medical Monitoring and Treatment and advocacy services. The Arc
of Johnson County also oversees Grant funded programs that include; The
Parent Connection, Sibship, SCRIPT, Children at Home, The Youth and Little
Tykes Summer Day Camp. Website: http://www.thearcjc.org/
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Johnson County
4265
Oak Crest Hill Rd. SE, Iowa City, IA 52246
Provides a match
between a child and adult volunteer. Volunteers provide companionship, role
modeling, guidance and friendship, through two programs: Community Based and
School Based Mentoring. Emphasis is placed on the development of the child's
self esteem.
Website:
http://www.extension.iastate.edu/johnson/bbbs/
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4Cs Child Care Resource and Referral
1500
Sycamore St., Iowa City, IA 52240
Provides
parents and caregivers with resources and referrals regarding child care
including: personalized lists of licensed child care centers, preschools, and
family child care home providers, publications on child development and
parenting, training workshops, workplace seminars, a toy and resource lending
library, a child care food program, an emergency child care program
(Hometies, temporary short-term daycare), and a program to enrich infant
child care. Website:
http://www.iowa4cs.com/
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Girl Scouts of
Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois
680 Second Street
SE, Suite 100, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
Girl Scouting
builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a
better place. We provide prevention based educational programs based upon the
interests and needs of girls ages 5-17. This is accomplished through small
group activities that help girls develop skills, increase knowledge, and
perform service to the community. Membership is open to all girls regardless
of racial, ethnic, or financial background. Website: http://www.gseiwi.org/
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Handicare, Inc.
2220
9th St., Coralville, IA 52241
Daycare/preschool for
infants and children, with and without disabilities, enriched staff to child
ratios, Incredible Years curriculum to help children develop school readiness
and conflict resolution skills. Individualized support for children with
disabilities. Childcare Assistance may be available for qualifying families.
Respite on or off site. School complement and summer programs for children
Kindergarten through 3rd grade. Website: http://www.handicareinc.com/
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Hawkeye Area
Community Action Program (HACAP)
2007 Waterfront
Drive, Iowa City, IA 52240
HACAP, a Community
Action Program, is responsible for developing and delivering Iowa’s anti-poverty
plan for Benton, Iowa, Johnson, Jones, Linn and Washington counties. Key
programs operated by HACAP are Homeless Transition Housing, Head Start/Early
Head Start, Low Income Energy Assistance, Home Weatherization, and the Food
Reservoir which supplies food pantries, the Crisis Center Food Program, Table
to Table and any non-profit organization serving meals in Johnson County.
Website: http://www.hacap.org/
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Joan Buxton School
Children’s Aid
509 S. Dubuque St.,
Iowa City, IA 52240
Improves the health
and well being of elementary and secondary students by providing
health-related services and clothing to needy children. Website:
None. |
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Neighborhood
Centers of Johnson County
PO Box 2491, Iowa
City, IA 52244-2491
Neighborhood
Centers of Johnson County offers neighborhood and school-based services and
activities for children and families in low-income areas of Johnson County .
Services for children include NAEYC accredited childcare, after-school
programs, summer day camps, intensive kindergarten readiness programs, teen
groups, tutoring, and pre-employment training. Adult activities include
parent education, ESL and GED classes, home visits for parents with young
children, nutrition counseling, counseling, food distribution and
transportation.
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United Action for Youth (UAY) 410 Iowa Ave., PO Box 892, Iowa City, IA 52244 Phone: 338-7518
Operates a Youth
Center located at 355 Iowa Avenue, downtown Iowa City, that is open
Monday through Saturday. The Youth Center includes a recording studio,
art studio, art gallery, performance space, and offices for street
outreach. It also houses the Rotary Center for Youth Volunteers and a
state-wide Teenline peer helper phone service. UAY offers counseling
and youth development programs to teens and families in Iowa City and
surrounding communities in Iowa . UAY operates a program for pregnant and
parenting teens that includes counseling and health services as well as a
transitional living program. Additionally provides services for runaway
youth 24 hours. Website: http://www.unitedactionforyouth.org/
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LINKS Program - Iowa City Community School District
Address: 509 S. Dubuque St., Iowa City
Phone: 688-1015 Transportation to school for children who are homeless, school
supplies, scholarships, and other support to help students succeed in
school.
Website: None.
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Pre-natal/Antenatal
Services
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United Action for Youth (UAY) 410 Iowa Ave., PO Box 892, Iowa City, IA 52244 Phone: 338-7518
Operates a Youth
Center located at 355 Iowa Avenue, downtown Iowa City, that is open
Monday through Saturday. The Youth Center includes a recording studio,
art studio, art gallery, performance space, and offices for street
outreach. It also houses the Rotary Center for Youth Volunteers and a
state-wide Teenline peer helper phone service. UAY offers counseling and
youth development programs to teens and families in Iowa City and surrounding
communities in Iowa . UAY operates a program for pregnant and parenting teens
that includes counseling and health services as well as a transitional living
program. Website: http://www.unitedactionforyouth.org/
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Free Lunch Program
Meals served at the
Wesley Center,
Provides noon
meals, free of charge, six days a week to anyone in need. A self-serve
breakfast of coffee and toast is offered in the mornings starting at 9:00
a.m., and lunch is served Monday through Saturday from noon to 1 p.m. Meals
are served in the basement of the Wesley Center by 37 different volunteer
groups.
Website : http://icflp.org/
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Hawkeye Area
Community Action Program (HACAP)
2007 Waterfront
Drive, Iowa City, IA 52240
HACAP, a Community
Action Program, is responsible for developing and delivering Iowa’s
anti-poverty plan for Benton, Iowa, Johnson, Jones, Linn and Washington
counties. Key programs operated by HACAP are Homeless Transition Housing,
Head Start/Early Head Start, Low Income Energy Assistance, Home
Weatherization, and the Food Reservoir which supplies food pantries, the
Crisis Center Food Program, Table to Table and any non-profit organization serving
meals in Johnson County. Website :
http://www.hacap.org/
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Table to Table Food Distribution Network 20 E. Market St., Iowa City, IA 52245 Phone: 337-3400 Serves the needs of the hungry by seeking donations from food providers and distributors and channeling the food to area shelters, soup kitchens and other organizations that feed the hungry. Website: http://www.table2table-ic.org/
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Salvation Army
Address: 1116 Gilbert Court, Iowa City Phone: 337-3725
5:00 to 6:00 p.m. M-Sat.; noon on
Sunday.
Evening
meal. Food pantry and drop-in center also available. Website: http://www.icsalvationarmy.org/
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Crisis Center
1121
Gilbert Ct., Iowa City, IA 52240
Supplemental groceries once per week,
non-perishable. Website |
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Housing
Services (Emergency)
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Hawkeye Area Community Action Program (HACAP)
2007
Waterfront Drive, Iowa City, IA 52240
HACAP, a Community Action Program, is responsible for developing and delivering Iowa’s anti-poverty plan for Benton, Iowa, Johnson, Jones, Linn and Washington counties. Key programs operated by HACAP are Homeless Transition Housing, Head Start/Early Head Start, Low Income Energy Assistance, Home Weatherization, and the Food Reservoir which supplies food pantries, the Crisis Center Food Program, Table to Table and any non-profit organization serving meals in Johnson County. Website |
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Domestic Violence Intervention Program (DVIP)
PO Box 3170, Iowa
City, IA 52244
Provides support
and resources to individuals battered by their intimate partner or loved
ones. Provides the following confidential crisis intervention services: 24
hour safe shelter and hotline; advocacy with law enforcement, courts, medical
and social services; counseling and support groups; youth support services;
volunteer opportunities; and community education. Founded on the belief that
that everyone has the right to live free of fear and harm.
Website
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United Action for Youth (UAY) 410 Iowa Ave., PO Box 892, Iowa City, IA 52244 Phone: 338-7518
Provides 24 hour
services for runaway youth, teens or parents of teens in crisis and families
in conflict. Website: http://www.unitedactionforyouth.org/
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Shelter House 429 Southgate Ave, Iowa City, IA 52240 Phone: 351-0326 Office Phone: 338-5416
Provides shelter
and supportive services for men, women, and children who are homeless in our
community. Provides an evening Drop-In Center from 5:00pm – 10:00pm nightly,
open to all residents of Johnson County.
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Tenant/Landlord Association
Address: 210 Iowa Memorial Union, Madison & Jefferson,
Iowa City Phone: 335-3264 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. M-F
Information and
advice for tenants and landlords according to the Iowa State Code.
Website: None.
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Housing Authority, Iowa City
Address:
410 E. Washington St., Iowa City, IA 52240
Phone: 319-356-5400
Rental
Assistance , authorized
under the HUD Section 8 Housing and Assistance Payments Program, is available
for legally defined families, or single handicapped or disabled people, and
for people 62 years of age or older. This program subsidizes rent payments
for private units that meet Housing Code criteria and Federal guidelines for
the total amount of rent and utility payments.
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The Housing Fellowship
Address: n/a Phone: 358-9212
Short-term, no-interest loans of up to $400 depending upon
availability of funds. Must meet the "very-low" income guidelines,
be seeking housing in Johnson County, and demonstrate ability to repay
loan. $35 application fee. Access to
funds based on availability.
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Crisis Center
1121
Gilbert Ct., Iowa City, IA 52240
Up to $300 over a 12-month period to
help with rent or utilities. Limited financial assistance available through
lottery system held on Mondays. Applicants must be there at 11 a.m. Average $100
available per household. Website |
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For complete list of housing resources, visit this site: http://www.iowacity.com/city/housing.htm
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Clothing
Services
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Goodwill Industries of the Heartland
1410 South 1st Ave.
PO Box 1696, Iowa City, IA 52244-1696
Crisis Center provides vouchers for emergency clothing and diapers for $15 first person, $5 each additional person every 6 months, for use at Goodwill and Crowded Closet. Call Crisis Center first at 351-0128. Website |
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Salvation Army
Address: 1116 Gilbert Court, Iowa City Phone: 337-3725
5:00 to 6:00 p.m. M-Sat.; noon on
Sunday.
Clothing
available in voucher form, once every 6 months. Website: http://www.icsalvationarmy.org/
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School Age Children Clothing
Address: none Phone: child’s school or 688-1000 (School Children’s Aid)
Shoes, clothes, coats. Available during school year, once a year for children eligible for reduced lunch program.
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Transportation
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Crisis Center
1121
Gilbert Ct., Iowa City, IA 52240
Iowa City Bus Tickets available, out-of-town bus tickets, gas, minor car repairs ($50 max). Website |
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Salvation Army
Address:
1116 Gilbert Court, Iowa City
Phone:
337-3725
5:00 to 6:00 p.m. M-Sat.; noon on Sunday.
Gas, out-of-town bus tickets,
help with car repairs for local persons ($60 max).
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Mental
Health/Substance Abuse
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Four Oaks Iowa City
1916 Waterfront Dr., Iowa
City, IA 52240
Provides emergency shelter and long-term residential care for emotionally disturbed adolescents. Also provides in-home family-centered, mental health therapy and counseling, foster care, adoption, and after school services to children, young adults, and families. Supervised Community Treatment is provided for at-risk youth. Other programs include: Cornerstone (outreach program for single parents on welfare that is designed to help families become self-sufficient), Project Safe Place (a network of sites for young people needing assistance to resolve difficult, threatening situations), and Iowa Aftercare Services Network (helping former foster care recipients transition into adulthood). Website
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Community Mental Health Center for Mid-Eastern Iowa
507 E. College St.,
Iowa City, IA 52240
The following
services are provided: outpatient psychotherapy and psychiatry for children
and adults, including play therapy, family services, liaison to the Iowa City
Community School District . Services to the chronically mentally ill include
supported community living, clubhouse, psychosocial rehabilitation, homeless
outreach, and emergency services. Also available: employee assistance
program, consultation, and education.
Website
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UIHC Outpatient
Adult Psychiatry Clinic
Address: 200 Hawkins Avenue,
IC, IA 52242
Phone: daytime, M-F,
353-6314. Afterhours 356-1616 for
hospital operator or ETC at 356-2233 for psychiatric emergencies.
Group counseling, therapy,
medication management and diagnosis of psychiatric conditions. |
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VA Medical Center
Psychiatry Clinic
VA Medical Center: 338-0581 ext 6000 (24 hr, call for eligibility)
Group counseling, therapy,
medication management and diagnosis of psychiatric conditions for veterans. |
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Crisis Center
1121
Gilbert Ct., Iowa City, IA 52240
Provides suicide
intervention and prevention, emergency counseling, and information and
referrals by trained volunteers. Administers food bank program, clothing and
utility assistance funds, and emergency transportation assistance to
non-local persons. The Crisis Center also offers an on-site community garden
and hosts a monthly suicide survivor’s support group. All services free and
confidential. Website
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Domestic Violence Intervention Program (DVIP)
PO
Box 3170, Iowa City, IA 52244
Provides support
and resources to individuals battered by their intimate partner or loved
ones. Provides the following confidential crisis intervention services: 24
hour safe shelter and hotline; advocacy with law enforcement, courts, medical
and social services; counseling and support groups; youth support services;
volunteer opportunities; and community education. Founded on the belief that
that everyone has the right to live free of fear and harm. Website
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Hillcrest Family
Services
449 Hwy. 1 West,
Iowa City, IA 52246
The Hillcrest
Supported Living Program provides visiting counselors who meet with persons
with mental illness to provide the supports, skills training, payee services,
and crisis intervention to live independently in the community. Website |
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MECCA Services
430
Southgate Ave., Iowa City, IA 52240
MECCA
offers evaluation, outpatient, residential and detoxification substance
abuse services for individuals and their families. Education and
prevention services include consultation and assistance to schools,
employers and community groups as well as a 12-hour Drinking
and Driving education course. Programs include The Iowa Center for AIDS
Resources and Education (ICARE), which provides comprehensive support to
persons living with HIV/AIDS, their partners, families, friends and others
concerned with the disease. Additionally,
have programming available for prevention and treatment of problem gambling
and concerned loved ones. Website |
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National Alliance on Mental Illness – Johnson County
122
E. Market St., PO Box 3087, Iowa City, IA 52244
Offers mutual
support through self-help methods to families of long-term mentally ill
persons. Provides information about mental illness and services available.
Offers educational programs about mental illness to the public. Promotes
funding for services and research, quality community support and treatment
systems and employment for mentally ill persons. Website
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Rape Victim Advocacy Program (RVAP)
320
S. Linn St., Iowa City, IA 52240
RVAP provides a
24-hour Rape Crisis Line (335-6000 or 1-800-228-1625) and the Iowa Sexual
Abuse Hotline (1-800-284-7821. Sexual assault advocates provide medical,
legal, court, and systems advocacy, counseling, support groups, and other
direct services to victim/survivors of sexual abuse and their partners,
friends, and family members. RVAP also operates a lending library and
provides risk reduction and prevention/education programming related to
sexual violence. Website |
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Al-Anon/Alateen
TELEPHONE: (319) 341-7068
SERVICES:
Al-Anon/Alateen is a support group
for families and friends of
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Alcoholics
Anonymous
P.O. Box 487, Iowa City, Iowa 52244
Club House: 511 Melrose Avenue, Iowa City,
IA 52246
(319) 338-9111 - Answered 24 hours.
(319) 338-7666 — Clubhouse
Anyone with a drinking problem who would
like to stop drinking. Concerned family and friends should contact
Al-Anon. There are also open meetings for the general
public.
Meetings. Various times and
locations. Schedules are available by phone and online.
Website
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Elder Services, Inc.
1556 South 1st
Ave., Suite A, Iowa City, IA 52240
Identifies and meets the needs of older adults in Johnson County who are trying to remain in their homes through providing information about services available, making referrals, and providing outreach. Provides chore and companionship services, care management services, and assistance to older adults at risk of neglect or abuse. Provides support and counseling to caregivers. Works to support people with memory loss. Provides nutritious meals to seniors through the congregate meal program and meals on wheels ( 356-5212). The RSVP Program matches volunteers over the age of 55 with opportunities in the community and connects "People to Purpose" to work with children, frail elders, and non-profit organizations. Website |
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Geriatric & Special Needs Dental Program
University of Iowa , S334 DSB, Iowa City, IA 52242
This
program is conducted by the University of Iowa , College of Dentistry . It
provides comprehensive dental services to geriatric and special needs
patients, including: medically, physically and cognitively compromised
adults, frail elderly, nursing home residents, homeless, indigent, and other
underserved populations. |
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Iowa City Hospice
1025
Wade St., Iowa City, IA 52240
Helps
patients facing a terminal illness live as fully and as comfortably as
possible by providing palliative (or comfort-oriented) care. Provides a pain
and symptom control plan and addresses the emotional, social and spiritual
needs of patients, families and their loved ones. Offers bereavement support
to any community member, regardless of whether their loved one is/was an Iowa
City Hospice patient. Website |
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Amenity Hospice
Address:
211 1st Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
Phone:
Web:
http://www.amenityhospice.com
Amenity Hospice provides compassionate comfort,
outstanding quality care, expertise and excellence in pain management, while
always maintaining respect and dignity for our end of life patients and
families. A team of healthcare professionals, including volunteers, celebrate
each patients life, and strive to provide the expressed special needs and
desires at this time in their journey. From the initial inquiry for services
to following the bereaved loved ones for 13 months. |
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Burial Assistance for Residents and Non-Residents of
those who die in Johnson County
Johnson
County General Assistance: 356-6090
Veteran’s
Affairs: 356-6049 during office hours. |
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Pentacrest Inc./ Pathways Adult Day Health Center
817 Pepperwood Lane, Iowa City, IA 52240
Designed
to prevent premature or unnecessary institutionalization of adults with
physical and/or psychological challenges. Assists participants experiencing
strokes, arthritis, Alzheimer’s and related dementias, hearing and vision
loss and depression to achieve maximum levels of independence. Website |
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Alzheimer's
Association, East Central Iowa Chapter
1570 Street, NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
TELEPHONE: (319) 294-9699
24 Hour HELPLINE: 1-800-272-3900
8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m 24 Hour Helpline 1-800-272-3900; support
groups (two in Johnson County); dementia specific information and referral,
care consultation, safe return (national wandering program); memory loss
lending library; in-service education to care facilities and professionals,
community education programs.
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Geriatric & Special Needs Dental Program
University of Iowa
, S334 DSB, Iowa City, IA 52242
This program is conducted by the University of Iowa , College of Dentistry . It provides comprehensive dental services to geriatric and special needs patients, including: medically, physically and cognitively compromised adults, frail elderly, nursing home residents, homeless, indigent, and other underserved populations. |
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Joan Buxton, School
Children’s Aid
509 S. Dubuque St.,
Iowa City, IA 52240
Improves the health and well being of elementary and secondary students by providing health-related services and clothing to needy children (including dental services). Website: None. |
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UIHC Dental
Services for Kids
University of Iowa, IC, IA
Phone: 335-7485
For residents of Johnson
County, up to 16 years of age. |
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Iowa City Free Medical Clinic
2440
Towncrest Drive, PO Box 1170, Iowa City, IA 52244
Delivers free
health care services for adults and children, including outpatient care, lab,
and dispensary, as well as dental care through The Dick Parrott Free Dental
Clinic. Also helps individuals pay for hearing aids, eyeglasses, medical supplies, and medications. Website |
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Healthy Kids Community Care
Address: n/a
Phone: 631-3204 (appointment)
Free medical care to school-aged children without health
insurance or without primary care provider at South East Jr. High and West
High. |
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Healthcare for Homeless Veterans (HCHV) Program
Address: Dept. of Veterans Affairs Phone: HCHV Outreach Worker - (319) 430-5230
Service: Healthcare for veterans who are homeless. Assistance
and referral for other support services.
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Iowa Center for AIDS Resources and Education (ICARE)
Address: 438 Southgate St., Iowa City Phone: 338-2135 Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. M-F
Service: Counseling, case management, financial assistance,
information and referral for people with HIV. Website:
http://www.icareiowa.org/
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UIHC HIV Program/AIDS Consult Service
Address: 200 Hawkins Drive, Iowa City Phone: 356-8132 Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. M-F
Service: Case management and referral for persons with HIV. |
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Visiting Nurses Association
Address: n/a Phone: 337-9686
Skilled nursing and therapies (with Dr. order, can help arrange referral), health maintenance, promotion and in-home health-care assistance. |
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Emergency Medical Attention: 911 (duh!!) UIHC Emergency Treatment Center: 356-2233 (24 hr, no pay requirements) Mercy Hospital Emergency Room: 339-3600 (24 hr, no pay requirements) VA Medical Center: 338-0581 ext 0 (24 hr, call for eligibility) |
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Goodwill Industries of the Heartland
1410 South 1st Ave.
PO Box 1696, Iowa City, IA 52244-1696
Provides employment,
training, and support services to advance the social and economic well-being
of persons who experience barriers to independence and
self-sufficiency. Website |
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Supported Training and Access to Resources (STAR) Address: 114 E. Prentiss, Iowa City Phone: 338-5416
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Employment program
providing outreach and case management for people who are homeless (HUD
definition). Through Shelterhouse, no
direct referral available, Iowa City.
Website: http://www.shelterhouseiowa.org/
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Iowa
Vocational Rehabilitation Services
ADDRESS: Eastdale Plaza,
1700 S. First Avenue, Suite 250,
Iowa City, IA 52240 TELEPHONE: (319) 354-4766 FAX
#:
(319)
337-5733
WEBSITE: www.ivrs.iowa.gov
HOURS: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday
through Friday
ELIGIBILITY: Individuals with a physical or
mental disability that results in a substantial impediment to employment and
required IVRS services to prepare for, enter, engage in or retain gainful
employment. Individuals receiving SSI or SSDI may be automatically eligible.
IVRS does not serve individuals who are blind, as the Department of the Blind
serves them. Services provided to assist in accomplishing vocational
objectives may include: medical and psychological assessment; technological
assessment; vocational assessment; counseling and guidance; physical and/or
mental restoration services which may include therapy, wheelchair hearing
aids, etc.; special adaptive equipment or devices; training for employment;
occupational tools, equipment or licenses; planning for self employment;
personal assistance; Supported Employment; job coaching; job placement; and
follow-up after placement to assist
with worker and employment satisfaction.
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Iowa
Workforce Development
ADDRESS: Eastdale Plaza,
1700 S. First Ave., Suite 11-B, Iowa City, Iowa 52240
TELEPHONE: (319) 351-1035
WEBSITE: www.iowaworkforce.org, www.iowajobs.org
9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Wednesdays, 8:30
a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday
Anyone legally able to work in the U.S.
Complete an application form in person or on the website. Job Search
Assistance; Career Assessments; Job Counseling; Proficiency (typing, data
entry, 20-key) testing; Industrial services (help employers with personnel
problems, such as turnover, absenteeism, etc.); Special Services for
Veterans, youth, older workers, persons who are disadvantaged or disabled;
State of Iowa job openings and applications available to public. Résumé
writing resources and computer access to internet job sites available.
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Iowa Legal Aid
430 Iowa Ave., Iowa
City, IA 52240 Provides free legal services to low-income Iowans in a variety of civil (non criminal) matters. Priority areas include domestic abuse, income maintenance, and housing issues. Educational presentations are available and cover a wide range of topics. Website |
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U of I Law Clinic
Address: University of Iowa College of Law, 386 Boyd Law Building,
Melrose & Byington Streets,
Iowa City, IA 52242-1113
Phone:
319-335-9023
Email: law-legal-clinic@uiowa.edu Free legal aid through the University of Iowa College of Law. |
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Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Services
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Rape Victim Advocacy Program (RVAP)
320 S. Linn St.,
Iowa City, IA 52240
RVAP provides a
24-hour Rape Crisis Line (335-6000 or 1-800-228-1625) and the Iowa Sexual
Abuse Hotline (1-800-284-7821. Sexual assault advocates provide medical,
legal, court, and systems advocacy, counseling, support groups, and other
direct services to victim/survivors of sexual abuse and their partners,
friends, and family members. RVAP also operates a lending library and
provides risk reduction and prevention/education programming related to
sexual violence. Website |
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Domestic
Violence Intervention Program (DVIP)
PO
Box 3170, Iowa City, IA 52244
Provides support
and resources to individuals battered by their intimate partner or loved
ones. Provides the following confidential crisis intervention services: 24
hour safe shelter and hotline; advocacy with law enforcement, courts, medical
and social services; counseling and support groups; youth support services;
volunteer opportunities; and community education. Founded on the belief that
that everyone has the right to live free of fear and harm. Victims may also call 1-800-373-1043 for
state-wide counseling. Website |
General Assistance
Address: Department of Human Services (911 N. Governor, Iowa
City)
Phone: 356-6050 Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. M-F
Service: Financial assistance up to three times per year to
Johnson County residents. FIP (ADC) participants do not qualify.
Ask for: Susan Campney
Iowa Department of Human Services - Public Benefits
Address: 1700 S. 1st Ave., Suite 10 (Eastdale Plaza), Iowa City
Phone: 339-6171
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. M-F
Service: Food assistance, Medical Assistance (Medicaid/Title XIX),
and Public Assistance (FIP). Expedited food assistance is issued within 7 days
to eligible applicants. Benefits are issued to eligible applicants within 30
days of application.
Bring: ID, and if possible verification of income, resources,
and residency. All programs require written application. If applying for
Medicaid, must prove citizenship.
Website: http://www.dhs.state.ia.us/
Social Security Administration
Address: 400 S. Clinton, Rm. 206 (2nd Floor of Post Office),
Iowa City
Phone: 338-9461 or 1-800-772-1213 Hours: 9 am to 4 pm
M-F
Service: Financial benefits to qualified people (an example
might be an individual with a disability).
Johnson County Services
http://www.johnson-county.com/
Brief Updated Listing of Johnson County Resources
http://www.johnson-county.com/dept_soc_ser.aspx?id=247
Last updated:
2/3/2010, Erik R. Vanderlip, UIHC Department of Family Medicine