Worth County

Local offices in Worth County

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

• Public health · Nonprofit

  North Iowa Community Action WIC Site

  100 1st Street NW, Suite 200, Mason City, IA 50401

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition supportApply for nutrition support for eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children under five.
  Call 641-423-5044DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office · State office

  Worth County HHS

  95 Ninth St. N., Northwood, IA 50459 (by appointment only; served by Cerro Gordo County office)

  Help here

  • Food and cash assistanceApply for state food and cash assistance through the office serving Worth County.Apply online
  Call 641-424-8641DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  Worth County Public Health

  95 9th St., Northwood, IA 50459

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet immunizations, health checks, disease follow-up, home health care, and help with safe water or septic systems.
  • WICApply for nutrition support for eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children under five.Read more
  Call 641-324-1741DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Worth County Clerk of Court

  1000 Central Avenue, Northwood, IA 50459

  Help here

  • Court information and paymentsContact the clerk about Worth County court cases and pay eligible court fines online.
  Call 641-324-6539DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Elderbridge Area Agency on Aging

  1190 Briarstone Dr., Suite 3, Mason City, IA 50401

  Help here

  • Aging services and supportElderbridge connects older adults and caregivers in Cerro Gordo County with local support and services.
  Call 800-243-0678DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Worth County Veterans Affairs

  Public Health Building, 99B 9th St. N., Northwood, IA 50459

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceGet help applying for veterans benefits, including disability compensation, pensions, health care, and burial benefits.
  Call 641-324-0480DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Worth County Emergency Management

  99A 9th St. N., Northwood, IA 50459

  Help here

  • Emergency preparednessGet information and training to prepare for emergencies and disasters.
  Call 641-324-1535DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  IowaWORKS Mason City

  600 S Pierce Avenue, Mason City, IA 50401

  Help here

  • Job search and career assistanceGet career help, resume support, unemployment assistance, and connections to job training.
  Call 641-422-1524DirectionsWebsite

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

Worth County, Iowa website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Worth County

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

Cities and towns in Worth County

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• Manly
• Northwood

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