Other Resources
1-800-272-3900
Support for those needing help with Alzheimer's and other dementia illnesses.
American Association of Retired Persons (AARP)
319-356-5219
Provides assistance with tax returns, rent rebates, and information on insurance and other issues affecting those 50 and over.
319-356-6050
Administers Medicaid (Title 19), food stamps, eligibility and funding for in-home care and nursing facilities. Also investigates
adult abuse.
Elder Abuse Initiative
319-398-5559
Iowa's Elder Abuse Initiative works to create awareness about the problem of elder abuse through education and intervention.
Faith in Action Iowa County
319-335-0515
This program, recruits, trains, and places faith-based volunteers with seniors in Iowa County.
319-384-7999
The Geriatric Assessment Clinic offers a team approach to the comprehensive evaluation and treatment of older adults.
Located in the Family Care Center at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.
Hawkeye Area Community Action Program (HACAP)
319-337-5765
Helps with weatherization and winter heating bills for low income residents.
319-334-9686
Visiting Nurse Association electronic link to help in an emergency.
319-358-2340
Provides non-medical companions and home care for seniors.
319-335-4475
Supportive assistance for seniors provided by the University of Iowa College of Nursing and the University Hospital Department of Nursing.
319-351-5665
Provides care for the terminally ill and support for their families in ways that enhance the comfort and quality of their lives.
Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center
319-356-5220
Activities and services for people 55 and over. Call for information about classes, activities, and other opportunities.
319-338-0300
319-339-3649
Electronic link to help in an emergency
Pathways Adult Day Health Center
316-339-6162
Designed to prevent the premature or unnecessary institutionalization of adults with physical and/or psychological challenges.
319-339-6125
Provides transportation to those with disabilities serious enough to prevent them from riding regular city buses.
Call for more information about eligibility.
Elder Services, Inc.
1556 S 1st Avenue
Suite A
Iowa City, IA 52240
Phone: (319) 338-0515
Fax: (319) 338-0531