Iowa Spanish Helpline | Iowa Department of Health and Human Services
Lucas State Office Building, 321 East 12th Street, 2nd floor, Des Moines, IA 50319
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services - Community Advocacy Services
Main Phone
Offers The Iowa Spanish Help Line providing information and resources for Iowans who speak Spanish. Help is available for things such as: Filling out forms for unemployment, small business relief funds, and public benefits. Providing educational assistance for students and parents including filling out the FAFSA application, finding and applying for postsecondary education and helping to find scholarships. Facilitating advocacy in navigating the healthcare system and any other systems as necessary Accessing local and state assistance and finding other sources for clients who cannot access local and state assistance. Finding employment and other financial resources. Reading important mail and forms in English that the client would not otherwise be able to access. Providing up-to-date information regarding questions and concerns related to COVID-19 in Iowa. Locating an appropriate provider in their area for clients who do not have a medical home or connecting with their current medical home regarding medical concerns or questions. Connecting with their local Latino-led organization for support, connection and advocacy.
