Welcome to Johnson County General Assistance


Information



 What is General Assistance?
General Assistance (GA) provides short-term monetary help to Johnson County residents in extreme financial crisis.

General Assistance (GA) offers a safety net for those not eligible for other government programs and promotes community strength by encouraging individual stability, self-sufficiency and responsibility.

General Assistance (GA) promotes respect, compassion, and fairness in all of its interactions with persons seeking and receiving aid.
 What Help is Available?
Financial assistance is available to address the following needs: rent, utilities, provisions, prescriptions, burial, and other expenses necessary for support of the eligible applicant.
 Who is Eligible?
To be eligible for General Assistance, an applicant must comply with the following requirements:
1. Speak with a General Assistance Assistant and complete an application.
2. Be a resident of Johnson County.
3. Be 18 years of age or married.
4. Apply for and follow-through with all other assistance programs which they may be eligible for such as Veterans Affairs, Family Investment Program (FIP), Food Stamps, Social Security Disability Insuran
5. Meet income eligibility requirements as established by the guidelines and verified by the GA Assistant.

 Applying for General Assistance
If you are in need of financial assistance, please call 356-6090 and ask to speak with a General Assistance Assistant.
 Policies and Reports
2008 Annual ReportAdobe Document
2007 Annual ReportAdobe Document
2006 Annual ReportAdobe Document
Informational BrochureAdobe Document
Assistance For Burial And CremationAdobe Document
Burial Policy BrochureAdobe Document
Assistance Guidelines - Quick Reference GuideAdobe Document
2008 Poverty GuidelinesAdobe Document
 Interim Assistance Reimbursement Program
Interim Assistance Reimbursement Program Adobe Document
 Contact Information
e-mail: Amy Correia
Social Services Coordinator
NEW Phone: (319) 356-6090, or (319) 688-5703
NEW Fax: (319) 688-5711

NEW Address:
855 S. Dubuque Street, Suite 202B
Iowa City, Iowa 52240

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Office Hours: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday