Winneshiek County

Local offices in Winneshiek County

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

• State office · Regional office

  WIC Clinic - Visiting Nurse Association of Dubuque in Decorah

  1111 Montgomery Street, Decorah, IA 52101

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition and food supportEligible pregnant and postpartum women and children under five can get nutrition advice, breastfeeding support, and monthly food benefits.
  Call 563-880-0941DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hhs.iowa.gov

• Human services · State office

  Winneshiek County HHS

  607 Washington Street, Decorah, IA 52101

  Help here

  • Health and human servicesContact this office for help with Iowa HHS programs, including Medicaid and food assistance.Apply online
  Call 563-382-2928DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hhs.iowa.gov

• Public health · County office

  Winneshiek County Public Health

  305 Montgomery Street, Suite 3, Decorah, IA 52101

  Help here

  • Public health and home health careGet public health services, health testing, vaccines, and home health care.
  Call 563-382-4662DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on winneshiekhealth.org

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Winneshiek County Clerk of Court

  201 West Main Street, Decorah, IA 52101

  Help here

  • Court servicesContact the Clerk of Court for help with court records, case information, and court procedures.
  Call 563-382-2469DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on iowacourts.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Northeast Iowa Area Agency on Aging

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportOlder adults and caregivers can ask about meals, case management, respite, and services that support independent living.
  Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on nei3a.org

• Veterans · County office

  Winneshiek County Veterans Affairs

  201 West Main Street, Decorah, IA 52101

  Help here

  • Veterans assistanceAsk about help and benefits for veterans and their families.
  Call 563-382-5786DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on winneshiekcounty.iowa.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Winneshiek County Emergency Management

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and recoveryGet information and help with preparing for, responding to, and recovering from emergencies.
  Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on winneshiekcounty.iowa.gov

• Jobs and training · State office

  IowaWORKS Decorah (Satellite)

  312 Winnebago Street, Decorah, IA 52101

  Help here

  • Job search and career helpGet career help, job search support, workshops, and information about training and unemployment assistance.
  Call 563-382-0457DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on workforce.iowa.gov

• State office · County office

  Winneshiek County Treasurer's Office

  201 West Main Street, Decorah, IA 52101

  Help here

  • Driver licensingVisit the county treasurer's office for driver licensing services.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on iowadot.gov

• Library · City office

  Decorah Public Library

  202 Winnebago Street, Decorah, IA 52101

  Help here

  • Library servicesBorrow books and use digital resources, technology, and learning programs.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on decorahlibrary.org

Winneshiek County, Iowa website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Winneshiek County

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

Cities and towns in Winneshiek County

• Calmar
• Castalianot checked yet
• Decorah
• Fort Atkinsonnot checked yet
• Jackson Junctionnot checked yet
• Ossian
• Ridgewaynot checked yet
• Spillvillenot checked yet

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