General Assistance
General Assistance provides temporary assistance with basic and special needs to eligible Polk County residents. Individuals and families who are at risk due to a temporary crisis and/or a mental or physical incapacity and who meet income guidelines may be assisted.
WE MAY BE ABLE TO HELP YOU WITH:
Basic Needs- Food, Rental Assistance, Household/Personal Items, Utility Payments
Special Needs- Clothing, Furniture, Health Supplies, Traveler's Aid
Property Tax Assistance- For information on property tax assistance programs call 286-3133.
Cremation- To apply for financial assistance for cremation, bring a completed application to our office or call 286-2088 for further information.
WE ASSESS AN APPLICANT'S NEED BASED ON:
Polk County Residency
Income Guidelines
Individual Circumstances
If you are a veteran please contact Veteran Affairs @ 515.286.3670.
Quick Links/Forms
General Assistance Ordinance
General Assistance Program Manual
Application for General Assistance (Online)
Application for General Assistance (Printable)
Appeal Form (Online)
Cremation Application
Employer Verification
Interview Checklist
Medical Incapacity Statement
Privacy Notice
Proxy Authorization
Resource List