Lawton

Local offices in Lawton

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

• Local office · Regional office

  211 Iowa

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  • Community resource referralsCall 211 for help finding local food, housing, utility, health, and other support.
  Call 800-244-7431Website

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

• Utilities · City office

  City of Lawton Utility Billing

  315 Ash Street, Lawton, IA 51030

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  • Pay utility billsPay your city utility bill online or in person at City Hall.
  Call 712-944-5960DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · City office

  Lawton City Hall

  315 Ash Street, Lawton, IA 51030

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  • City services and pet licensesVisit City Hall for city services and to license a pet.
  Call 712-944-5960DirectionsWebsite

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

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Lawton Community Centers

  315 Ash Street and 300 Cedar Street, Lawton, IA 51030

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  • Community center rentalsContact City Hall to ask about renting the community center or Friendship Center for a gathering.
  Call 712-944-5960DirectionsWebsite

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

City of Lawton website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Lawton

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

Offices for all of Woodbury County

Lawton is in Woodbury County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · State office

  Woodbury County DHS

  822 Douglas St., Sioux City, IA 51101

  Help here

  • State benefits and family servicesResidents can contact this office about Iowa health, food, cash, and family support programs.Apply online
  Call 712-255-0833DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · State office

  Siouxland WIC

  1014 Nebraska St., Suite 1435, Sioux City, IA 51105

  Help here

  • WIC food and nutrition supportEligible families can get healthy food benefits, nutrition guidance, and referrals to other services.
  Call 712-279-6636DirectionsWebsite

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

• Child support · State office

  Sioux City Child Support Services

  600 4th St., Suite 770, Sioux City, IA 51101

  Help here

  • Child support servicesParents can get help with child support services through this state office.Apply online
  Call 712-255-2749DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing help · City office

  Sioux City Housing Authority

  405 6th St., Room 107, Sioux City, IA 51102

  Help here

  • Housing Choice VoucherEligible households can apply for rental assistance for housing within Sioux City.Apply online
  Call 712-279-6348DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sioux-city.org

• Public health · Regional office

  Siouxland District Health Department

  1014 Nebraska St., Sioux City, IA 51105

  Help here

  • Public health servicesResidents can get public health services such as immunizations and communicable disease support.
  Call 712-279-6119DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Woodbury County Clerk of Court

  620 Douglas St., Room 101, Sioux City, IA 51101

  Help here

  • Court information and case servicesResidents can contact the clerk about court cases, court services, and filing procedures.
  Call 712-279-6611DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Woodbury 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