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 Food Assistance

Hours are generally:

Monday–Friday

8 a.m.–12 p.m. and 12:30–4:30 p.m.

Please call 319-892-5671 to speak to someone or to schedule an appointment.

Iowa Health & Human Services Town Hall Meetings

Your voice matters. Help shape the future of health and human services in Iowa by attending a virtual town hall. Share your experiences, ask questions, and provide input that will help improve programs and services for Iowans of all ages and abilities.

  • 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 board 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

Advisory Board Members

The advisory board for the East Central Region DAP is currently being formed. Once members are selected, this page will be updated with their names and contact information. We appreciate your patience as we build a team dedicated to representing the needs and voices of our community.

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