BASIC NEEDS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM | AGING RESOURCES OF CENTRAL IOWA

5835 Grand Avenue, Suite 106, Des Moines, IA 50312

Eligibility

Open to seniors 60 years and older

Required documents

Application form, a quote, bill or invoice, proof of income, ID

Hours

Mon 8 am - 4:30 pm Tue 8 am - 4:30 pm Wed 8 am - 4:30 pm Thu 8 am - 4:30 pm Fri 8 am - 4:30 pm

(800) 747-5352

Voice

(515) 255-9442

Fax

(515) 255-1310

Voice

https://www.agingresources.com

[email protected]

Languages

English

Application process

Call and navigate through the automated system, when prompted, leave a voicemail with name, contact number and what help is needed

Fees

None

Service area

Madison County, Iowa
Jasper County, Iowa
Polk County, Iowa
Dallas County, Iowa
Warren County, Iowa
Boone County, Iowa
Marion County, Iowa
Story County, Iowa

Description

Basic Needs Assistance Program is designed to meet the emergency needs of low-income individuals age 60 or over. Funds are available for material aid: for emergency needs such as rent payment assistance, utility bills, eyeglasses, prescription medications, and minor home repairs. The limit for a request is $400 every 2 years. If a service or funds are available elsewhere the assistance will not be approved until all resources have been explored. Assistance can only be issued when funding is available.

What's Here

Home Maintenance and Minor Repair Grants/Loans Assistive Technology Equipment Provision Options Medical Expense Assistance Utility Service Payment Assistance Rent Payment Assistance Temporary Financial Assistance

Providing organization

AGING RESOURCES OF CENTRAL IOWA

Information and referrals for seniors and adults with disabilities.