Here To Help

We have multiple locations across the region to serve you. The people in each of these locations work together to develop support for people in need of aging and disability services or support. Individuals seeking funding for services can visit the local office in their area or call for an application. The East Central Region will help determine if you meet eligibility for funding, provide specific information about services and support in the area, and assist with referrals for service providers.

Counties Served: Buchanan, Black Hawk, Cedar, Clinton, Delaware, Des Moines, Dubuque, Jackson, Johnson, Jones, Linn, Louisa, Muscatine, and Scott

Apply for Services from HHS Food Assistance

East Central Region Main Phone Number:

319-892-5671

Walk-in hours vary by location, so it is recommended to contact the Disability Services Navigator in your area to check availability or schedule an appointment.

  • Alignment Webpages

    • HHS System Alignment

      Find updates on the Iowa HHS System Alignment and resources.

    • Iowa's Behavioral Health Service System

      Find updates about Iowa's Behavioral Health Service System. Here you can access information on the statewide plan and county information. You will also find more information on the rules, resources, town halls, and available materials.

    • Iowa's Disability Services Team

      Find updates about Iowa's Disability Services System, information on districts, Disability Access Points (DAP), information for counties, rules, and other resources.

    • Behavioral Health and Disability Services FAQ

      Find answers to the most frequently asked questions regarding the HHS System Alignment and services.

    • HHS Newsroom

      Stay up to date on the latest news releases from the Iowa Health & Human Services.

  • Topical Webpages

    • Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCHBC)

      CCBHCs are specially designed clinics that provide a comprehensive range of mental health and substance use services. CCBHCs serve anyone who walks through their doors, regardless of diagnosis or insurance status.

    • Mental Health

      Are you in immediate crisis or having suicidal thoughts? Find help right now with the resources on this page.

    • Disability Services

      Learn more about the state of Iowa's new Disability Services System, as part of the current Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) Network.

    • Aging Services

      HHS helps Iowans age 60 and older meet social and economic needs and access general services and support. Learn more about the core functions of Aging Services and available programs.

Governance

This section will be updated as information becomes publicly available. Here, you'll find advisory council meeting minutes, organizational structure details, and other key governance documents relevant to the East Central Region DAP. We're committed to transparency and will share updates as soon as they are ready.

Agenda & Minutes

  • Shirley Helmrichs

    Chair, Delaware County Board of Supervisors

  • Sami Scheetz

    Vice Chair, Linn County Board of Supervisors

  • Diane Brecht

    Adult Provider Representative

  • Laura Semprini

    Adult & Family Peer Representative

  • Ron Tippitt

    Benton County Board of Supervisors

  • Johnny Hill

    Law Enforcement Representative

Advisory Council Members

Prior agendas, minutes, and upcoming meeting details are available upon request via DAPadmin@ecriowa.us.

Agenda & Minutes

  • Hershel Jackson

  • Alyssa Hennings

  • Stephanie Millard

  • Michael Schreck

  • Todd Foldesi

  • Danica Packingham

  • Whitney Alber

  • Krista Sigel

  • Tara Conley

Office Locations