Chariton
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Local offices in Chariton
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
State office · State office
Iowa Health and Human Services, Lucas County Office
123 South Grand Street, Chariton, IA 50049
Help here
- HHS assistance programsContact the local HHS office for help with Iowa assistance programs and applications.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on hhs.iowa.gov
Utilities · City office
Chariton Municipal Water Department
101 Albia Road, Chariton, IA 50049
Help here
- Water service and bill paymentStart water service, get help with your water account, or pay your water bill.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on charitonwater.com
Local office · City office
Chariton City Hall
115 South Main Street, Chariton, IA 50049
Help here
- City services and informationContact City Hall with questions about city services, forms, permits, or local government.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on chariton.org
Library · City office
Chariton Free Public Library
803 Braden Avenue, Chariton, IA 50049
Help here
- Library materials and programsBorrow books and other materials, use library resources, and take part in programs for all ages.Read more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on chariton.lib.ia.us
Parks and recreation · City office
Chariton Community Center
Help here
- Open gym and community spaceUse the gym during open hours or contact City Hall about renting a meeting room or court.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on chariton.org
Checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Chariton
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Food Bank of Iowa
2220 E. 17th Street, Des Moines, IA 50316
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Iowa Legal Aid
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
South Central Iowa Community Action Program, Inc. (SCICAP)
1711 Osceola Ave. Suite 212, Chariton, IA 50049
Listed on hhs.iowa.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Lucas County
Chariton is in Lucas County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Lucas County Community Services
125 S. Grand St, Chariton, IA 50049
Help here
- General assistanceContact the county to ask about general assistance for residents in need.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on lucascounty.iowa.gov
State office · State office
Lucas County Iowa Health and Human Services
125 South Grand, Chariton, IA 50049
Help here
- Food assistanceApply for food assistance online or contact the office about an appointment in Chariton.Apply online
- Health and human services benefitsThe Clarke County office serves Lucas County residents by appointment for state benefits and services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hhs.iowa.gov
Public health · County office
Lucas County Public Health
123 S. Grand St, Chariton, IA 50049
Help here
- Home healthThe county provides home health services; call to ask about care and appointments.
- ImmunizationsCall the health department to ask about immunizations and appointments.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on lucascounty.iowa.gov
Public health · Regional office
ADLM Counties Environmental Public Health
12307 Highway 5, Moravia, IA 52571
Help here
- Septic and well servicesThe office provides information and services for private wells, septic systems, and other environmental health concerns.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on adlmenv.com
Mental health and recovery · Regional office
County Rural Offices of Social Services (CROSS)
125 S. Grand St, Chariton, IA 50049
Help here
- Mental health and disability servicesCROSS helps residents find mental health and disability services in its service region.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on crossmentalhealth.org
Courts and legal help · State office
Iowa Judicial Branch self-help resources
916 Braden Ave, Chariton, IA 50049
Help here
- Court self-helpThe Iowa Judicial Branch provides court forms and information for people representing themselves.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on iowacourts.gov
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
- 211 Iowa
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.
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