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Resources with Multiple Services and Referral Numbers
211
Target Audience
Any Iowan
What is Provided
Connects you to a wide variety of resources; you can search by zip code or can speak to someone about your needs
Contact
Website or call 211
Aunt Bertha
Target Audience
Iowans with lower incomes. An additional service for Amerigroup members is a personalized list of resources focused on needs identified through your responses to questions.
What is Provided
A very comprehensive list of resources based on your zip code and an opportunity to directly connect with organizations. In some cases can directly apply for services through their website.
Contact
Website Online only
Iowa Compass
Target Audience
Iowans with disabilities and complex health-related needs.
What is Provided
Disability related resources based on your zip code and searchable by service category or provider name.
Contact
Website, or call or text 800-779-2001, or live chat
Iowa Community Resources Guide
Target Audience
Iowans with intellectual or developmental disabilities and their guardians and families.
What is Provided
Statewide comprehensive list of services and resources the target audience might need.
Contact
Website. To request a printed copy, contact Kay Hiatt at 515-281-3776 or khiatt@dhs.state.ia.us, or live chat
Area Agency on Aging
Target Audience
Iowans 60+ (and Lifelong Links serves younger individuals with disabilities), their caregivers, and grandparents raising grandchildren.
What is Provided
Provides information, support and tools to help people live on their own. Programs offered on nutrition and wellness, elder abuse prevention and awareness, family caregivers, fall prevention and health promotion, older worker employment, information on aging and disabilities, case management, and connecting people to other services.
Contact
Iowa Department on Aging | Supporting Aging Iowans (iowaaging.gov) to find services in your area or call 866-468-7887
Iowa Mental Health and Disability Services Regions
Target Audience
Iowans in crisis or with mental health, physical disabilities, or addictions and their families.
What is Provided
Services vary by region, but in general provide resources for a variety of treatment options, modification needs, supported housing, employment, evaluations, suicide prevention, and support.
Other
Immediate crisis services call 855-581-8111 or text 855-895-8398
Contact
Visit Iowa MHDS Regions to find services in your area, or call local library or us at 515-292-2972
Assistive Technology
Easterseals Iowa
Target Audience
Iowans with disabilities or special needs and their families.
What is Provided
Education about assistive technology and how to select the right device for you. Demonstration center allowing you to try out or learn more about some assistive technology so that you know if it meets your needs prior to purchasing. Provide sanitized and refurbished durable medical equipment for a small fee for as long as it is needed. Maintains an online listing of used devices people are selling or looking to buy.
Contact
Website or call 1-866-866-8782 or email atinfo@eastersealsia.org
Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services (IVRS)
Target Audience
Individuals with disabilities that impact getting or keeping a job and want to work at least part time.
What is Provided
Help identifying what will meet your needs and if it is needed in order to work, IVRS may help pay for it.
Other
If not already working with IVRS, you would need to apply, be determined eligible, and have home modifications on your plan before they could assist.
Contact
Website or call 1-800-532-1486
IVRS Independent Living Program
Target Audience
Individuals with significant disabilities and barriers to living on their own that have no interest in working.
What is Provided
Up to $5,000 toward devices needed to live independently.
Contact
Website or call 712-262-9585
Iowa Department for the Blind (DOB)
Target Audience
Individuals who are Blind or have low vision.
What is Provided
Assessment, demonstration, and training in the Assistive Technology Resource Center. Help in obtaining low tech devices.
Other
If not already working with DOB, you would need to apply and be determined eligible before they could assist.
Contact
Website or call 800-362-2587 or email contact@blind.state.ia.us
DOB Independent Living Program
Target Audience
Individuals with vision loss that can’t be corrected with glasses and has affected your ability to complete some daily activities and who are not interested in work. Participants must be at least 55 or have other disabilities in combination with vision loss.
What is Provided
Rehabilitation teachers travel the state and help individuals to obtain the skills needed to live independently and participate in family and community life.
Contact
Website or call 515-281-1333 or email contact@blind.state.ia.us
Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf, Inc.
Target Audience
Children who are Deaf and hard of hearing.
What is Provided
Financial grants to foster the rehabilitation, education, and enrichment of Deaf and hard of hearing children.
Contact
AG Bell Association Website or call 202-337-5220 or email info@agbell.org
Hearing Aid Loaner Bank Programs
Target Audience
Young children with hearing loss.
What is Provided
Webpage of hearing aid loaner bank programs for children to provide immediate, though temporary, access to appropriate amplification.
Contact
Hearing Aid Loaner Bank Programs for Children online only, for help accessing contact your local library or us at 515-292-2972
The Hike Fund, Inc.
Target Audience
Children from newborn to age 20 whose parents cannot afford needed hearing devices.
What is Provided
Hearing devices.
Other
Approximately 100 children served each year.
Contact
Hike Fund Website or call 712-325-0812 or email cbclaud@aol.com
Let Them Hear Foundation
Target Audience
Children needing a Cochlear Implant or Pediatric Hearing Aid.
What is Provided
Cochlear Implant or Pediatric Hearing Aid.
Other
Providing services to patients in Northern California and around the world.
Contact
Call 650-462-3143
Miracle Ear Children's Foundation
Target Audience
Children up to age 16 needing hearing aids and family is unable to access public support.
What is Provided
New or reconditioned “Miracle-Ear” hearing aids and services free of charge.
Other
Complete financial disclosure for everyone living in the home required.
Contact
Email feedback@miracle-ear.com or call 800-234-5422
UnitedHealthcare Children's Foundation
Target Audience
Children needing medical services and/or equipment.
What is Provided
Medical grants to help improve access to medical services and items that are not covered, or not fully covered, by a family’s current commercial health benefit plan. Examples: physical therapy, surgery, chemotherapy, and medical equipment such as orthotics, wheelchairs and hearing aids.
Contact
UnitedHealthcare Children’s Foundation (UHCCF) Website or call 1-855-698-4223
Lions Clubs of Iowa - Local Club Lookup
Target Audience
Individuals with hearing impairments or visual impairments.
What is Provided
Free hearing aids, eyeglasses, and visual/reading aids; there is a fee, which might be paid by you, the Lions Club, or split between you.
Other
Must provide a statement of financial need and have a prescription.
Contact
Click Here for Details on Lions Clubs of Iowa – Local Club Lookup Eyeglasses and visual/reading aids call or email local Lions Club. Hearing Aids: 319-827-1395 or email ialionshearingaidbank@gmail.com
Starkey Hearing Foundation (resources for Starkey Aids)
Target Audience
Individuals needing help covering the cost of Starkey hearing aids.
What is Provided
Behind-the-ear (BTE) or receiver-in-the-canal/ear (RIC) hearing aids at no cost other than $125 fee for each aid provided.
Other
Must meet financial eligibility, been denied assistance from all other programs, and have a Hear Now health care provider who can waive the normal fees for hearing aid fittings and follow up.
Contact
Website or call 800-328-8602 Ask for Hear Now or email hearnow@starkey.com
Miracle-Ear Foundation (Resources for aids through Miracle Ear)
Target Audience
Individuals needing financial assistance for Miracle Ear aids.
What is Provided
Provides hearing aids and related care including consultation, ear molds, fitting and follow-up for a $150 fee if 19 or older.
Other
Must be ineligible for public assistance and provide an audiogram and medical clearance dated within last 6 months.
Contact
Website or call 800-234-5422
Scholarship Trust for the Hearing Impaired
Target Audience
Deaf and hard of hearing individuals needing financial assistance for hearing related needs.
What is Provided
Provides mechanical devices such as alerting devices, assistive listening devices or hearing aids; medical or specialized treatment; school tuition if attending a specialized school for students who are deaf or hard-of-hearing; specialized education including speech classes, note taker and interpreters if attending a mainstream school; telecommunication equipment: such as TTY/TTD or voice carry-over (VCO) telephones.
Other
Must meet financial requirements.
Contact
Website or call 877-872-2638
Help America Hear
Target Audience
Individuals needing financial help to access hearing augmentation aids.
What is Provided
New hearing aids and fittings up to five visits per year. Fees range from $125 – $500 per aid, based on income.
Other
Assistance does not include the cost of the hearing evaluation, medical clearance, batteries, any accessories, and extended loss and damage warranties. Must have an audiogram completed within last 3 months, medical clearance by ENT or otolaryngologist specialist after audiogram, meet gross household income and allowable assets limits.
Contact
Website or call 888-580-8886 or email info@helpamericahear.org
Benevolent Protective Order of Elks of the USA
Target Audience
Individuals needing financial help for hearing aids due to hearing loss.
What is Provided
Assistance with the cost of hearing aids.
Other
It depends on the local chapter whether any assistance is available.
Contact
Website or call 773-755-4700 to find local chapter
EPIC Hearing AUDIENT Program
Target Audience
Individuals needing financial assistance for hearing technology.
What is Provided
Reduced cost for hearing technology based on level of technology needed and income eligibility.
Other
If ineligible for the AUDIENT program, can get reduced prices for aids through HSP.
Contact
Website or call 877-606-374 or email info@audientalliance.org
Kiwanis Clubs
Target Audience
Individuals needing financial help due to hearing loss.
What is Provided
Assistance with the cost of hearing aids.
Other
It depends on the local chapter whether any assistance is available.
Contact
Website or call 317-875-8755 to find local chapter
Optimists Clubs Help Them Hear Program
Target Audience
Individuals needing financial help due to hearing loss.
What is Provided
Donated hearing aids are repaired or recycled and given to those in need.
Other
It depends on the local chapter whether any assistance is available.
Contact
Website or call 314-371-6000 to locate local chapter
Quota International
Target Audience
Individuals needing financial help due to hearing loss.
What is Provided
Assistance with purchasing hearing aids.
Contact
Website or call 202-331-9694
Ability Found
Target Audience
Individuals who need the types of equipment they have available; including those needing equipment so their home is accessible.
What is Provided
For a low cost, can get stair lifts, lifts to enter/exit home, and grab bars.
Other
Individuals do not apply, they need to share information with their professional provider (typically an occupational, physical, or speech therapist) and the provider applies on your behalf.
Contact
Website or call 801-505-0529 or email info@abilityfound.org
ChildServe
Target Audience
Children receiving services through any of ChildServe’s inpatient or outpatient programs.
What is Provided
Home and adaptive equipment assessments, education on using technology, and provision of equipment such as standers, feeding chairs, car seats, bath safety equipment, and mechanical patient lifts.
Other
Locations are Ames, Johnston, and Des Moines.
Contact
Adaptive Equipment and Durable Medical Equipment for Kids and Teens | ChildServe – Central Iowa Johnston: 515-727-8750 Ames: 515-232-7220
Wheelchairs 4 Kids
Target Audience
Under 21 with medical verification of need and denial from any insurance child is covered by.
What is Provided
Provides wheelchairs, gait trainers, therapy trikes, Hoyer lifts, and bathing solutions.
Contact
Wheelchairs 4 Kids Website or call 727-946-0963 or email info@wheelchairs4kids.org
Iowa Compass
Target Audience
Iowans with disabilities and complex health-related needs.
What is Provided
Disability related resources based on your zip code and searchable by service category or provider name.
Contact
Website or call or text 800-779-2001 or live chat
Home Modification
Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services (IVRS)
Target Audience
Individuals with disabilities that impact getting or keeping a job and want to work at least part time.
What is Provided
If the individual needs a home modification in order to work, IVRS may help pay for it
Other
If not already working with IVRS, you would need to apply, be determined eligible, and have home modification on your plan before they could assist.
Contact
Website or call 1-800-532-1486
IVRS Independent Living Program
Target Audience
Individuals with significant disabilities and barriers to living on their own that have no interest in working.
What is Provided
Up to $5,000 toward a home modification.
Contact
Website or call 712-262-9585
Ability Found
Target Audience
Individuals who need the types of equipment they have available; including those needing equipment so their home is accessible.
What is Provided
For a low cost can get stair lifts, lifts to enter/exit home, and grab bars.
Other
Individuals do not apply, they need to share information with their professional provider (typically an occupational, physical, or speech therapist) and the provider applies on your behalf.
Contact
Website or call 801-505-0529 or email info@abilityfound.org
Habitat for Humanity
Target Audience
Low income home owners.
What is Provided
Needed home modifications.
Other
Not every Habitat Affiliate offers home modifications and what jobs can be done will vary from one affiliate to another.
Contact
This link shows local Habitat Affiliates and their contact information. You can also call your local library or call us 515-292-2972
Wheelchairs 4 Kids
Target Audience
Under 21 with medical verification of need and denial from any insurance child is covered by.
What is Provided
Some home modifications.
Contact
Wheelchairs 4 Kids Website or call 727-946-0963 or email info@wheelchairs4kids.org
Homes for Veterans
Target Audience
Honorably discharged veterans.
What is Provided
Ramps, accessible showers, walk-in tubs, making kitchens accessible, widening doorways, and grab bars.
Contact
Homes for Veterans US online only
Accessible Homes for Wounded Veterans
Target Audience
Veterans returning from Iraq and Afghanistan.
What is Provided
Makes home accessible.
Contact
Call 480-267-4176
Indian Affairs Housing Improvement Program
Target Audience
Federally-recognized Indian tribes for American Indians and Alaska Native (AI/AN) individuals and families living in their tribal area and have no immediate resource for standard housing.
What is Provided
Provides up to $7,500 in housing repairs for conditions that threaten the health and/or safety of the occupants. Repairs and Renovation: Provides up to $60,000 in repairs and renovation to improve the condition of a homeowner’s dwelling to meet applicable building code standards.
Other
Funds administered by tribal governments or the Bureau of Indian Affairs; those most needy have priority. If someone in the home is newly disabled, points will increase.
Contact
Housing Improvement Program | Indian Affairs (bia.gov) or call 605-226-7441
House Iowa
Target Audience
Low income families and individuals needing help maintaining or acquiring safe and affordable housing.
What is Provided
Database of housing resources for home owners, renters, and homeless individuals/families.
Other
Many cities and regions have programs that can be found on this site.
Contact
Home | Iowa Housing Resources | houseiowa This is an online resource only; if you need help accessing this information, call us at 515-292-2972.
Iowa Compass
Target Audience
Iowans with disabilities and complex health-related needs.
What is Provided
Disability related resources based on your zip code and searchable by service category or provider name.
Contact
Website or call or text 800-779-2001, or live chat
Modified Vehicles
Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services (IVRS)
Target Audience
Individuals with disabilities that impact getting or keeping a job and want to work at least part time.
What is Provided
If the individual needs a modified vehicle in order to work, IVRS may help pay for the value of the modifications or to repair modifications.
Other
If not already working with IVRS, you would need to apply, be determined eligible, and have purchase/repair of modified vehicle on your plan before they could assist.
Contact
Website or call 1-800-532-1486
IVRS Independent Living Program
Target Audience
Individuals with significant disabilities and barriers to living on their own that have no interest in working.
What is Provided
Up to $5,000 toward modifications.
Contact
Website or call 712-262-9585
Ability Found
Target Audience
Individuals who need the types of equipment they have available; including those needing vehicle lifts for wheelchairs.
What is Provided
For a low cost, receive new or used (and adapted for use by others) equipment that meets your needs.
Other
Individuals do not apply, they need to share information with their professional provider (typically an occupational, physical, or speech therapist) and the provider applies on your behalf.
Contact
Website or call 801-505-0529 or email info@abilityfound.org
Wheelchairs 4 Kids
Target Audience
Under 21 with medical verification of need and denial from any insurance child is covered by.
What is Provided
Vehicle modifications, contingent on type of vehicle.
Contact
Wheelchairs 4 Kids Website or call 727-946-0963 or email Info@wheelchairs4kids.org
Duchenne Family Assistance Program
Target Audience
Individuals with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
What is Provided
Resources and financial assistance for purchasing an accessible vehicle or modifying a vehicle.
Contact
Team Joseph | Duchenne Family Assistance Program or call 833-428-3301 or email info@duchennefap.org
Iowa Compass
Target Audience
Iowans with disabilities and complex health-related needs.
What is Provided
Iowans with disabilities and complex health-related needs.
Contact
Website or call or text 800-779-2001 or live chat
Modified Vehicle sales
Cummings Mobility
2157 NE 58th Ave, Des Moines 515-207-3555
Mobility Works
3450 SE Miehe Drive Ste. 1, Grimes 515-986-3010
Siebert Mobility
3554 Dolphin Drive Suite A, Iowa City877-543-8826
Total Mobility
2406 West 2nd Ave., Indianola 515-961-0575
Vehicle Purchase (no modifications needed)
United Way Wheels for Work
Target Audience
Low income families living in a county that offers this program.
What is Provided
Donated vehicle that has been inspected for safety and repaired if needed.
Other
Must have a child (under 18 or still in K-12) living in home and recipient must be employed or a full time student.
Contact
Varies based on area; search for United Way Wheels for Work and your county, or contact local library or us at 515-292-2972
Free Charity Cars
Vehicle Repair
Operation Homefront Critical Financial Assistance
Target Audience
Active duty, deployed, veteran, wounded/ill/injured service member or veteran with a service connected wound/illness/injury.
What is Provided
Financial assistance for vehicle repairs.
Contact
Website or call 210-659-7756 Critical Assistance: 877-264-3968
Churches
Some churches will assist with paying for a vehicle repair. You do not need to be a member of the church; just share your need and they will let you know if they don’t assist with car repairs or if they will look into whether they can help.
Home Repair
House Iowa
Target Audience
Low income families and individuals needing help maintaining or acquiring safe and affordable housing.
What is Provided
Database of housing resources for home owners, renters, and homeless individuals/families.
Other
Many cities and regions have programs that can be found on this site.
Contact
Home | Iowa Housing Resources | houseiowa This is an online resource only; if you need help accessing this information, call us at515-292-2972
Community Action Agencies
Target Audience
Low income families or individuals.
What is Provided
Essential appliances, such as a furnace, and weatherization.
Other
Not all of the community action agencies provide the same services.
Contact
Website This link will take you to the list to identify the community action agency area you live in. You can also call your local library or us at 515-292-2972
Habitat for Humanity
Target Audience
Low income home owners.
What is Provided
Needed home repair.
Other
Not every Habitat Affiliate offers repair services and what can be repaired will vary from one affiliate to another.
Contact
Website This link shows local Habitat Affiliates and their contact information. You can also call your local library or us at 515-292-2972
Indian Affairs Housing Improvement Program
Target Audience
Federally-recognized Indian tribes for American Indians and Alaska Native (AI/AN) individuals and families living in their tribal area and have no immediate resource for standard housing.
What is Provided
Provides up to $7,500 in housing repairs for conditions that threaten the health and/or safety of the occupants. Repairs and Renovation: Provides up to $60,000 in repairs and renovation to improve the condition of a homeowner’s dwelling to meet applicable building code standards.
Other
Funds administered by tribal governments or the Bureau of Indian Affairs; those most needy have priority.
Contact
Housing Improvement Program | Indian Affairs (bia.gov) or call 605-226-7441
School Equipment
Area Education Agencies
Target Audience
Children from birth to age 21 who require special education services. Work with all public and accredited private schools.
What is Provided
Assess needs for equal access to education. They may be able to help pay for required specialized equipment.
Other
Students may have limitations on bringing equipment, which is owned by the AEA, home.
Contact
Home – Iowa Area Education Agencies (iowaaea.org) to identify which AEA covers your area find it’s contact information. Call your local library or us at 515-292-2972 if you need help obtaining a phone number
Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services (IVRS)
Target Audience
Students with disabilities that impact getting or keeping a job and want to work at least part time.
What is Provided
If the student needs assistive technology to complete an agreed upon training program, IVRS may help pay for it.
Other
If not already working with IVRS, you would need to apply, be determined eligible, and have assistive technology on your plan before they could assist.
Contact
Website or call 1-800-532-1486
Iowa Department for the Blind (DOB)
Target Audience
Students who are Blind or have low vision.
What is Provided
If the student needs low tech assistive technology to complete an agreed upon training program, DOB may help pay for it.
Contact
Website or call 515-281-1333 or email contact@blind.state.ia.us
Accessibility Resources / Technology Resources
Target Audience
Postsecondary students with disabilities who need technology for full access to their education.
What is Provided
Possibility of using school owned software and/or devices.
Other
Whether anything is available will vary by school.
Contact
The Accessibility or Disability office for students or check on technology available to all students.
Employment Equipment
Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services (IVRS) Iowa Self-Employment
Target Audience
Individuals with disabilities that impact getting or keeping a job and want to be self-employed.
What is Provided
The Iowa Self-Employment program provides technical assistance and 1:1 matching funds for financial assistance for help in starting, expanding, or purchasing a business. Assistance in purchasing employment equipment can be a part of individuals’ ISE services.
Other
If not already working with IVRS, you would need to apply, be determined eligible, and have ISE on your plan before they could assist.
Contact
Website or call 1-800-532-1486
Iowa Department for the Blind (DOB) Iowa Self-Employment
Target Audience
Individuals who are Blind or have low vision and want to be self-employed.
What is Provided
The Iowa Self-Employment program provides technical assistance and 1:1 matching funds for financial assistance for help in starting, expanding, or purchasing a business. Assistance in purchasing employment equipment can be a part of individuals’ ISE services.
Other
If not already working with DOB, you would need to apply, be determined eligible, and meet requirements for the ISE program before they can help with employment equipment.
Contact
Website or call 515-281-1333 or email contact@blind.state.ia.us
Service Animals
Jeppesen Livestock
Target Audience
Individuals needing their animal trained to perform tasks or do work for them, due to their disability.
What is Provided
An initial assessment to determine if the animal is a good fit for the needed task, then a plan of how many hours of training are needed.
Other
While they can provide training for most any animal, be aware that the ADA only covers dogs as service animals and tasks/work must be directly related to your disability. Between Boone and Ames, IA.
Contact
Call 515-298-2202 or email dandjeppe@gmail.com
Paws and Effect
Target Audience
Individuals needing training for a service dog to perform tasks or do work directly related to the disability.
What is Provided
Provides classes, training, follow up groups, and outings to train the service animal. The owner is expected to work with the dog on identified areas, although additional training hours and classes can be purchased.
Other
They have their own service dogs in-training, but will carefully consider whether a dog you have is suitable as a service dog. In Des Moines, IA.
Contact
Website or call 515-822-5285 or email nicoleshumate@paws-effect.org
Puppy Jake Foundation
Target Audience
Veterans who need a service animal; priority is to those with a service related disability.
What is Provided
Service dogs trained to assist with PTSD and mobility impairments. The dog is free, but there is a $150 application at the second phase of the process.
Other
Process includes application, interview, in home visit, final discussion, and a 2 week training in Des Moines, IA.
Contact
Website or call 515-777-2837 or email info@puppyjakefoundation.org
Iowa Service Dogs
Target Audience
First Responders and Veterans with a psychiatric diagnosis, traumatic brain injury, or mobility impairment who need a service dog.
What is Provided
Classes and Training: 6 months of pre-training, 2 week training in West Des Moines after match, once a month for 6 months after graduation, once 9 months after graduation, 1 year after graduation and once every year for recertification.
Other
Need to agree to live in service area for at least 1 year after obtaining a service dog. In West Des Moines, IA.
Contact
Website or call 515-207-3324 or email info@iowaservicedogs.org
Retrieving Freedom, Inc.
Target Audience
Veterans with a service related injury or children with autism needing a service dog.
What is Provided
Service dogs trained for the specific need.
Other
You are responsible for covering costs to attend training in Waverly, IA.
Contact
Service Dog Donations & Applications | Retrieving Freedom online only
Assistance Dog United Campaign
Target Audience
Individuals needing a service dog, including guide dogs, hearing dogs, therapy dogs, psychiatric dogs, and seizure response dogs.
What is Provided
Vouchers to help cover the cost of obtaining a service dog or getting training for a dog to be a service dog.
Other
Can request an application during April and May only. Vouchers are valid for 1 year, but may be able to get a 1 year extension.
Contact
Website or email info@assistancedogunitedcampaign.org online only
Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services (IVRS)
Target Audience
Individuals with disabilities that impact getting or keeping a job and want to work at least part time.
What is Provided
If the individual needs a service dog in order to work, IVRS may help pay for the cost of obtaining and/or training the dog.
Other
If not already working with IVRS, you would need to apply, be determined eligible, and have purchase/training of a service animal on your plan before they could assist.
Contact
Website or call 1-800-532-1486
Out of State Options
Emotional Support Animals
Jeppesen Livestock
Target Audience
Individuals needing training for their animal in obedience or extinguishing a behavior so that it can provide emotional comfort.
What is Provided
A plan of how many hours of training is needed is developed, then training is provided.
Other
For an animal to be considered an emotional support animal, you will need certification of need from a mental health professional.
Contact
Call 515-298-2202 or email dandjeppe@gmail.com
Animal Rescue League of Iowa
Target Audience
Anyone wanting to adopt, access training, or find resources for an Emotional Support Animal.
What is Provided
Adoption; reduced cost for adoption and training for veterans. Trainings and classes for dogs, cats, and horses. Cat and dog behavior lines. Resources for affordable veterinary services and a pet food pantry, in addition to other resources.
Other
For an animal to be considered an emotional support animal, you will need certification of need from a mental health professional. Not every ARL location provides the same services and resources.
Contact
Website or call 515-262-9503
Cedar Valley Human Society
Target Audience
Anyone wanting to adopt, access training, or find resources for an Emotional Support Animal.
What is Provided
Adoption; reduced cost for adoption and training for veterans. Dog obedience classes. Resources for owners.
Other
For an animal to be considered an emotional support animal, you will need certification of need from a mental health professional.
Contact
Website or call 319-362-6288 or email info@cvhumane.org
Private Animal Training
There are a large number of businesses and individual trainers to work on obedience and behavioral needs for your emotional support animal.