Lyon County

Local offices in Lyon County

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Human services · County office

  Lyon County Community Services

  315 1st Ave., Suite 208, Rock Rapids, IA 51246

  Help here

  • General assistance and resource referralsAsk about general assistance and get connected to local support services.
  Call 712-472-8200DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lyoncounty.iowa.gov

• Child support · State office

  Spencer Child Support Services

  24 W. Park St., Suite 3, Spencer, IA 51301

  Help here

  • Child support servicesGet help applying for child support services and managing your case.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 712-262-1412DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hhs.iowa.gov

• State office

  Spencer Health & Human Services

  101 W. 5th St., Spencer, IA 51301

  Help here

  • State benefits applicationsVisit the local HHS office for help with Iowa benefit programs.Apply online
  DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hhs.iowa.gov

• Public health · County office

  Health Services of Lyon County

  300 S. 4th Ave., Rock Rapids, IA 51246

  Help here

  • Health and immunization servicesGet health education, screenings, vaccinations, and information about environmental health.
  Call 712-472-8200DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lyoncounty.iowa.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Elderbridge Area Agency on Aging, Spencer Office

  714 10th Avenue East, Suite 1, Spencer, IA 51301

  Help here

  • Aging servicesGet connected to services and support for older adults in Buena Vista County.
  Call 712-262-1775DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hhs.iowa.gov

• Veterans · County office

  Lyon County Veterans Affairs

  300 S. 4th Ave., Suite 100, Rock Rapids, IA 51246

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceGet help with veterans benefits and services.
  Call 712-472-3405DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dva.iowa.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Lyon County Emergency Management

  410 S. Boone St., Rock Rapids, IA 51246

  Help here

  • Disaster preparedness and responseGet information about preparing for emergencies and local disaster response.
  Call 712-472-8330DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lyoncounty.iowa.gov

• Jobs and training · State office

  IowaWORKS Center, Spencer

  217 W. 5th St., Spencer, IA 51301

  Help here

  • Job search and workforce servicesGet help with job searches and workforce services at the IowaWORKS center.
  Call 712-262-1971DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on iowaworks.gov

Lyon County, Iowa website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Lyon County

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Cities and towns in Lyon County

• Alvordnot checked yet
• Doonnot checked yet
• George
• Inwood
• Larchwood
• Lesternot checked yet
• Little Rocknot checked yet
• Rock Rapids

Iowa programs by kind of help

These are run by Iowa and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.

• FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
• HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
• HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
• MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
• CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
• EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
• WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
• Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
• SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.

Checked on October 8, 2026

Federal help anyone can use

These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.

• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security retirement benefits

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Medicare

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.

  Call 1-800-633-4227
• Extra Help with Medicare drug costs

  Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• VA health care

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.

  Call 1-877-222-8387
• VA disability compensation and benefits

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.

  Call 1-800-827-1000
• FAFSA, the federal student aid form

  U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Federal Pell Grant

  U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• HealthCare.gov

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The federal marketplace for health insurance plans. Many people can get lower monthly costs based on their income.

  Call 1-800-318-2596
• Lifeline phone and internet discount

  Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.

  Call 1-800-234-9473
• Head Start and Early Head Start

  U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.

  Call 1-866-763-6481
• IRS Free File

  Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.

• VITA and TCE free tax help

  Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.

  Call 1-800-906-9887
• Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

  Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.

  Call 1-800-829-1040
• Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)

  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.

• Replace a Social Security card

  Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• FEMA disaster assistance

  Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.

  Call 1-800-621-3362

Checked on October 9, 2026