Jefferson
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Local offices in Jefferson
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Utilities · City office
City Hall and Utility Billing
220 N. Chestnut Street, Jefferson, IA 50129
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- City services and recordsAsk about city services, public records, and city documents.
- Water, sewer, garbage, and recycling billsStart city utility service, ask about a bill, or make a payment.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofjeffersoniowa.org
Library · City office
Jefferson Public Library
200 West Lincolnway, Jefferson, IA 50129
Help here
- Library servicesGet a library card, borrow books and other items, use computers, or join free programs.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofjeffersoniowa.org
Parks and recreation · City office
Greene County Community Center
204 West Harrison Street, Jefferson, IA 50129
Help here
- Recreation and community programsJoin recreation programs, use fitness facilities, or ask about room rentals.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofjeffersoniowa.org
State office · State office
Greene County Treasurer's Office
114 N. Chestnut Street, Jefferson, IA 50129
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- Driver licensingApply for or renew an Iowa driver's license in person.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on iowadot.gov
City of Jefferson, Iowa website
Checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Greene County
Jefferson is in Greene County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Public health · County office
Greene County Medical Center Public Health
1000 W. Lincoln Way, Jefferson, IA 50129
Help here
- Public health servicesResidents can get immunizations, health education, and other public health services.
- WICWIC provides nutrition support and breastfeeding help for eligible pregnant and breastfeeding people and families with young children.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on gcmchealth.com
Veterans · County office
Greene County Veterans Affairs
114 N. Chestnut Street, Jefferson, IA 50129
Help here
- Veterans benefits helpVeterans and their families can get help connecting with benefits they have earned.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dva.iowa.gov
Emergency help · County office
Greene County Emergency Management
1005 E. Lincoln Way, Jefferson, IA 50129
Help here
- Disaster response and recoveryThe office helps residents prepare for emergencies and responds to disasters in the county.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on greenecounty.iowa.gov
State office · State office
Iowa Health and Human Services, Greene County
114 N. Chestnut, Jefferson, IA 50129
Help here
- Food assistanceResidents can apply for food assistance and get help with an application by appointment.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hhs.iowa.gov
Community action · Nonprofit
New Opportunities, Inc. Greene County Outreach Office
1401 N. Elm St., Suite A, Jefferson, IA 50129
Help here
- Community assistanceResidents can get information, apply for income eligible programs, and find referrals to local help.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on newopp.org
Older adults · Regional office
Elderbridge Area Agency on Aging, Carroll Office
512 N. Court St., Suite 1, Carroll, IA 51401
Help here
- Aging servicesGet information and support for older adults and their caregivers.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hhs.iowa.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
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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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