General Assistance | Clarke County Offices
100 South Main Street, Osceola, IA 50213
Clarke County Offices
Eligibility
Must be a resident of Clarke County for the past 12 consecutive months, ages 18 and older, meet current income guidelines
Required documents
Proof of residence, ID, proof of income, emergency need (copy of utility bill or landlord statement for rent)
Hours
Mon-Fri 8 am-12 pm and 1 pm-4 pm
Appointments are not required, however they are preferred
(641) 342-1592
Fax·
Fax
(641) 342-2933
Voice·
Main Phone
Application process
Call for an appointment
Fees
None
Service area
Clarke County, IA
Provides short-term emergency type assistance to individuals lacking the resources to meet their basic needs. It is not intended to provide on-going, long-term aid to any individual and/or family. Funds cannot be used for any utility or rent deposits. Funds cannot be used to reconnect utilities once disconnected.
Last Assured
02/18/2026
Providing organization
Clarke County Offices
Provides county government services to the Clarke County area.