Those most common for older adults: Elderly Waiver provides services for in home care/nursing level care and for skilled nursing care. The following services are available through the Elderly Waiver: Adult Day Care Assistive Technology Case Management Chore Services Consumer Directed Care (funds are provided to you to manage, with assistance) Emergency Response Home and Vehicle Modification Home Delivered Meals Home Health Aide Homemaker Services Mental Health Outreach Nursing Care Nutrition Counseling Respite Senior Companions Transportation Food Assistance More information: https://dhs.iowa.gov/ime/members/medicaid-a-to-z/hcbs/waivers Medicaid is a health care insurance program for low-income persons. https://dhs.iowa.gov/ime/members Elder Abuse: To report suspected dependent adult abuse call: 1-800-362-2178. If the abuse is in a facility call 1-877-686-0027. Other Programs Available: Child Care Assistance Family Investment Program
855 S. Dubuque, Suite 102
Iowa City, IA 52240
United States
Monday-Friday (except Holidays) 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
An Iowa resident and a United States citizen or a person of foreign birth with legal entry into the United States. Each case is unique. It is suggested that if you have a need, that you apply. In some cases ones medical condition is a factor. For more information: http://dhs.iowa.gov/node/1016
All services are free except as noted for Medicaid.