General Assistance | Jackson County Offices

201 West Platt Street, Maquoketa, IA 52060

Eligibility

Resident of Jackson County, at least 18 years of age, meet current income and resource guidelines

Required documents

Financial information such as documentation of income, Social Security Card, bills that have been paid and any outside income beyond a job

(563) 652-1798

Fax·

Fax

(563) 652-1743

Voice·

Main Phone

Websitehttps://www.jacksoncounty.iowa.gov

Email[email protected]

Application process

Call for appointment

Fees

None

Service area

Jackson County, IA

Provides assistance on a temporary basis for a limited time for basic needs that may include rent/lot rent; interest on mortgage, utilities-gas, electric, water; food vouchers for clients who are unable to work. Cannot be on Subsidized Housing, a student, receive Social Security, or a Veteran.

Date of Last Formal Update

12/11/2025

What's Here

Utility Service Payment Assistance Rent Payment Assistance County Government Departments/Offices Food Vouchers

Providing organization

Jackson County Offices

Provides county government services to the Jackson County area.