Milford
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Local offices in Milford
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · City office
Milford City Hall
806 N Ave, Milford, IA
Help here
- City services and facility reservationsContact City Hall for city services, forms, and reservations for the community center or Florence Park shelter.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on milford.ia.us
Utilities · City office
Milford Municipal Utilities
806 N Avenue, Suite 3, Milford, IA
Help here
- Electric and water service and billingApply for electric or water service, pay bills, or ask about help with heating costs.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on milfordiautilities.com
Library · City office
Milford Memorial Library
1009 9th Street, Milford, IA 51351
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the library to borrow books and use its programs and services.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on milford.ia.us
Parks and recreation · City office
Milford Community Center
806 N Avenue, Milford, IA 51351
Help here
- Community center rentalAsk City Hall about reserving the community center for a gathering or meeting.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on milford.ia.us
Checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Dickinson County
Milford is in Dickinson County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Public health · County office
Dickinson County Public Health
2301 Highway 71 South, Spirit Lake, IA 51360
Help here
- Public health servicesResidents can get immunizations, health screenings, public health nursing, and health education.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dickinsoncountyiowa.gov
Mental health and recovery · County office
Dickinson County Community Services
1802 Hill Ave, Suite 2502, Spirit Lake, IA 51360
Help here
- Mental health region service coordinationResidents can contact the service coordinator for help connecting with mental health services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dickinsoncountyiowa.gov
Veterans · County office
Dickinson County Veterans Affairs
1802 Hill Avenue, Suite 1508, Spirit Lake, IA 51360
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceVeterans and their families can get help with benefits and available services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dva.iowa.gov
Human services · State office
Dickinson County DHS
1802 Hill Ave, Suite 2401, Spirit Lake, IA 51360
Help here
- Benefits and human servicesResidents can contact this office for help with Iowa Health and Human Services programs.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hhs.iowa.gov
State office · State office
Dickinson County Treasurer's Office Driver’s License Station
1802 Hill Ave, Suite 1101, Spirit Lake, IA 51360
Help here
- Driver licensingResidents can make an appointment for driver license services at this station.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on iowadot.gov
Jobs and training · State office
IowaWORKS Spencer
217 W 5th Street, Spencer, IA 51301
Help here
- Job search and workforce servicesGet in-person help with job searches, training, and employment services.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on workforce.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
- 211 Iowa
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 800-244-7431 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
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