Monona County

Local offices in Monona County

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

• Human services · State office

  Monona County HHS

  610 Iowa Ave, Onawa, IA 51040

  Help here

  • Benefits and family servicesCall or make an appointment here for help with state benefits and family services.Apply online
  Call 712-644-2460DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office · Regional office

  Onawa WIC Clinic

  Faith Lutheran Church, 316 15th St, Onawa, IA 51040

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition assistanceThe clinic provides WIC nutrition support for eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children.
  Call 712-355-3645DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing help · City office

  Low Rent Housing Agency of Onawa

  1017 11th St, Onawa, IA 51040

  Help here

  • Public housingContact the agency to ask about low rent public housing in Onawa.
  Call 712-423-1736DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  Monona County Public Health

  1600 Diamond St, Onawa, IA 51040

  Help here

  • Public health servicesContact the department for local public health services and health information.
  Call 712-423-9175DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mononacountyiowa.gov

• Local office · Regional office

  211 Iowa

  Help here

  • Information and referralsCall 211 to find local help with food, housing, utility bills, health care, and other needs.
  Call 211Website

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Connections Area Agency on Aging, Sioux City Office

  2301 Pierce St, Sioux City, IA 51104

  Help here

  • Aging servicesThe agency connects older adults and caregivers in Ida County with local aging services and support.
  Call 712-279-6900DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Monona County Veterans Affairs

  610 Iowa Ave, Annex Basement, Onawa, IA 51040

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits and assistanceThe office helps veterans, service members, and their families with benefits and county assistance.
  Call 712-433-3710DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mononacountyiowa.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Monona County Emergency Management

  909 7th St, Onawa, IA 51040

  Help here

  • Emergency planning and disaster helpContact the office for emergency preparedness information and help after a disaster.
  Call 712-433-1294DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mononacountyiowa.gov

• Library · City office

  Onawa Public Library

  707 Iowa Ave, Onawa, IA 51040

  Help here

  • Library materials and public resourcesBorrow books and other materials, use public computers and Wi-Fi, and join library programs.
  • Passport acceptanceBring a passport application to the library for acceptance.Read more
  Call 712-423-1733DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on onawa.lib.ia.us

Monona County Government website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Monona County

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

Cities and towns in Monona County

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• Whiting

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