211 Iowa

There may be a time that you or someone you know needs help, but don’t know exactly what kind of assistance is available. The 211 Iowa resource can assist by clarifying your personal situation and then utilize an extensive up-to-date app to determine the best resource(s) for you. 211 is where you go when you don’t know where to turn for help, acting as a single point of contact to thousands of social service programs. 

211 Iowa is a free, comprehensive information and referral app linking Iowa residents to health and human service programs, community services, disaster services and governmental programs. 

If you cannot find a resource in this app, you can text your zip code to 898211 as an additional option to reach 211.  

Capabilities include: 
Easy to use and navigate
Resources are displayed closest to your current location
Share the Resource using SMS or Email
Save Resource as a Favorite for easy viewing at a later time
Visit the Resource’s website
Click to call the Resource main phone number
View the Resource in maps or get directions from your current location
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