Cerro Gordo County
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Local offices in Cerro Gordo County
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Human services · County office
Cerro Gordo County General Assistance
220 N. Washington Ave., Mason City, IA 50401
Help here
- Emergency help with rent, utilities, and funeral costsThe office may provide short-term help with basic needs when you cannot get help from another source.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on cerrogordo.gov
Public health · County office
Cerro Gordo County Department of Public Health
2570 4th St. SW, Suite 1, Mason City, IA 50401
Help here
- Vaccinations and immunization recordsThe clinic provides vaccines and can help you get your immunization records.
- Private well water testingThe department helps county residents arrange testing of private well water.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on cghealth.com
Veterans · County office
Cerro Gordo County Veteran Affairs
220 N. Washington Ave., Mason City, IA 50401
Help here
- Veterans benefits and assistanceCounty staff help veterans and their dependents seek county, state, and federal benefits.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on cerrogordo.gov
Emergency help · County office
Cerro Gordo County Emergency Management
2716 S. Federal Ave., Mason City, IA 50401
Help here
- Emergency preparedness informationThe office shares preparedness information and coordinates local resources for emergencies.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on cerrogordo.gov
State office · State office
Cerro Gordo County Department of Health and Human Services
525 9th St. SE, Mason City, IA 50401
Help here
- Public benefitsVisit or contact this office to get help with Iowa Health and Human Services programs.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hhs.iowa.gov
Child support · State office
Mason City Child Support Services
525 9th St. SE, Suite 2, Mason City, IA 50401
Help here
- Child support servicesThe office helps parents apply for child support services and manage child support cases.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hhs.iowa.gov
Housing authority · Regional office
North Iowa Regional Housing Authority
202 First St SE, Suite 203, Mason City, IA 50401
Help here
- Public housing and housing choice vouchersApply for public housing or ask about a housing voucher through the regional housing authority.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on nirha.com
Older adults · Regional office
Elderbridge Area Agency on Aging
1190 Briarstone Dr., Suite 3, Mason City, IA 50401
Help here
- Aging services and supportElderbridge connects older adults and caregivers in Cerro Gordo County with local support and services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hhs.iowa.gov
Community action · Nonprofit
North Iowa Community Action Organization, Cerro Gordo County Outreach Center
100 1st Street NW, Suite 140, Mason City, IA 50401
Help here
- Outreach and emergency financial assistanceThe outreach center connects residents with local resources and may help with emergency needs.
- Energy assistanceThe agency helps eligible households apply for help with home energy costs.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on nicao-online.org
State office · State office
Iowa DOT Driver's License Service Center, Mason City
2570 4th Street SW, Mason City, IA 50401
Help here
- Driver's licenses and ID cardsResidents can apply for or renew Iowa driver's licenses and identification cards at this office.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on iowadot.gov
Cerro Gordo County Government website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Cities and towns in Cerro Gordo 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.
- GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
- TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
- 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.
- LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.
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
Talk to a person
- Iowa 211
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988