Harpers Ferry

Local offices in Harpers Ferry

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Local office · City office

  City Hall

  238 4th St, Harpers Ferry, IA 52146

  Help here

  • City services and utility billingContact the city clerk about city services, sewer bills, or help with a city bill.
  Call 563-586-2777DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on harpersferryiowa.com

• Library · City office

  Dolores Tillinghast Memorial Library

  234 N 4th St, Harpers Ferry, IA 52146

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  • Public libraryResidents can visit the library to borrow books and use library services.
  Call 563-586-2524DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on harpersferryiowa.com

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Harpers Ferry Community Center

  238 4th St, Harpers Ferry, IA 52146

  Help here

  • Community center rentalResidents can ask City Hall about renting the community center for activities and events.
  Call 563-586-2777DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on harpersferryiowa.com

City of Harpers Ferry, Iowa website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Harpers Ferry

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Offices for all of Allamakee County

Harpers Ferry is in Allamakee County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Allamakee County Relief Services

  Allamakee County Courthouse, 110 Allamakee St, Waukon, IA 52172

  Help here

  • Emergency basic needs helpCall to ask about short-term help with rent, food, medical costs, utilities, fuel, or medication.
  Call 563-568-3591DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on allamakeecounty.iowa.gov

• State office

  Allamakee County Health and Human Services

  12 1st Ave NW, Waukon, IA 52172

  Help here

  • State benefits and human servicesCall to ask about Iowa Health and Human Services programs and arrange an appointment in Allamakee County.
  Call 563-382-2928DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hhs.iowa.gov

• State office · Regional office

  Visiting Nurse Association WIC

  600 Gunder Road NE, Suite 5, Elkader, IA 52043

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition assistanceCall to ask about WIC food and nutrition support and to schedule an appointment.
  Call 888-836-7867DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hhs.iowa.gov

• Local office · Regional office

  211 Iowa

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsResidents can contact 211 to find local food, housing, utility, health, and other support services.Apply online
  Call 800-244-7431Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211iowa.org

• Public health · Regional office

  Allamakee Public Health, Community and Home Care

  12 E Main Street, Waukon, IA 52172

  Help here

  • Public health and home careCall to ask about public health services or home care from nurses and home care aides.
  Call 563-568-5660DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on veteransmemorialhospital.com

• Older adults · Regional office

  Northeast Iowa Area Agency on Aging

  201 Tower Park Drive, Suite 100, Waterloo, IA 50701

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportCall for help finding services for older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers in Allamakee County.
  Call 800-779-8707DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on nei3a.org

Everything in Allamakee County

Iowa programs by kind of help

These are run by Iowa and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.

• FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
• HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
• HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
• MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
• CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
• EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
• WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
• Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
• SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.

Checked on October 8, 2026

Federal help anyone can use

These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.

• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security retirement benefits

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Medicare

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.

  Call 1-800-633-4227
• Extra Help with Medicare drug costs

  Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• VA health care

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.

  Call 1-877-222-8387
• VA disability compensation and benefits

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.

  Call 1-800-827-1000
• FAFSA, the federal student aid form

  U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Federal Pell Grant

  U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• HealthCare.gov

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The federal marketplace for health insurance plans. Many people can get lower monthly costs based on their income.

  Call 1-800-318-2596
• Lifeline phone and internet discount

  Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.

  Call 1-800-234-9473
• Head Start and Early Head Start

  U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.

  Call 1-866-763-6481
• IRS Free File

  Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.

• VITA and TCE free tax help

  Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.

  Call 1-800-906-9887
• Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

  Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.

  Call 1-800-829-1040
• Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)

  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.

• Replace a Social Security card

  Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• FEMA disaster assistance

  Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.

  Call 1-800-621-3362

Checked on October 9, 2026