Iowa – Community-Based Organizations

Iowa – Community-Based Organizations Supporting Low-Income Seniors

Access Iowa
Provides information and advocacy services for seniors and people with disabilities, helping them access state and local resources to enhance their independence.

Affordable Housing Network, Inc.
Offers affordable housing solutions and financial literacy programs for low-income seniors in Iowa, particularly in rural communities.

Alzheimer’s Association Greater Iowa Chapter
Provides support and education for families of seniors living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia, including caregiver resources.

American Red Cross of Greater Iowa
Delivers emergency services, including disaster relief, home safety programs, and support for seniors in need of urgent assistance.

Area Agency on Aging (AAA) – Southeast Iowa
Coordinates senior services, including nutrition programs, caregiving resources, and transportation for elderly residents in Southeast Iowa.

Assisted Living and Home Care Support – Iowa
Connects seniors with home care providers and assisted living facilities across Iowa, focusing on enhancing the quality of life for those aging in place.

Blue Zones Project – Iowa
Promotes community-wide wellness programs, including activities that support senior health and longevity through active living and healthy eating.

Camp Courageous of Iowa
Offers respite care and recreational activities for seniors and people with disabilities, promoting social inclusion and enjoyment for older adults.

Central Iowa Senior Services
Provides health services, transportation, and social activities for seniors in the Central Iowa region to foster aging in place.

Cedar Rapids Area Senior Services
Offers senior-friendly transportation, health services, and social engagement programs for elderly residents of Cedar Rapids and surrounding areas.

Clinton Area Senior Center
Provides community meals, exercise programs, and social services to support aging seniors in the Clinton area.

Community Housing Solutions
Focuses on making home modifications for elderly individuals in order to allow them to remain in their homes safely and independently.

Council on Aging of Central Iowa
Coordinates senior care services, including meal delivery, wellness checks, and respite care, for seniors in Des Moines and central Iowa.

Des Moines Senior Center
Supports senior citizens in Des Moines through educational, fitness, and recreational activities that help improve quality of life and well-being.

Elderly Services, Inc.
Provides meal delivery, transportation, and in-home care to seniors in need throughout Iowa, focusing on low-income residents.

Faith in Action of Eastern Iowa
Coordinates volunteer-based programs to assist homebound seniors with tasks such as transportation, shopping, and companionship.

Faith Lutheran Church – Senior Services
Offers a variety of senior services, including health and wellness programs, social activities, and transportation services to seniors in the Cedar Valley area.

Family Caregiver Alliance – Iowa
Provides support and resources for family caregivers, including training, respite care, and community-building opportunities for caregivers of seniors.

Good Samaritan Society – Iowa
Offers a wide range of services including assisted living, skilled nursing care, and hospice services to seniors across Iowa.

Green Hills Area Education Agency – Senior Services
Offers senior-specific educational and social programs that promote lifelong learning and independent living for older adults in rural Iowa.

Habitat for Humanity of Iowa
Works with seniors to provide home repairs and modifications that make living spaces safer and more accessible for aging residents.

Helping Hands Senior Services
Assists seniors with daily activities such as home care, meal preparation, and transportation, enhancing their ability to remain in their own homes.

Home Instead Senior Care – Iowa
Offers home care services to seniors in need of assistance with daily activities, including companionship, personal care, and specialized care for dementia patients.

Human Services of Iowa
Provides a variety of senior services, including emergency financial assistance, health programs, and social outreach programs for low-income seniors.

Indian Hills Area Community Action Program
Offers nutrition, transportation, and emergency financial services for low-income seniors throughout Southeast Iowa.

Jewish Federation of Greater Des Moines – Senior Outreach
Delivers meals, social programming, and financial assistance for Jewish seniors in the Des Moines area.

LifeCare Services – Iowa
Provides elder care, including assistance with activities of daily living, and offers support services for family caregivers in Iowa.

Meals on Wheels – Iowa
Provides home-delivered meals to seniors in need, ensuring they receive the nutrition required to maintain their health and independence.

Metropolitan Senior Services
Offers senior-friendly programs, including housing assistance, transportation, and community engagement opportunities for elderly residents of the Des Moines area.

Missouri Valley Senior Citizens Center
Provides programs, activities, and services to improve the lives of seniors in the Missouri Valley area, including health services and social interaction.

Northwest Iowa Aging Services
Provides in-home care services, including housekeeping, meal assistance, and personal care to seniors in Northwest Iowa.

Older Iowans Legislature
Advocates for the rights and needs of seniors in Iowa, working to ensure policies and services support aging residents throughout the state.

Operation Threshold – Senior Services
Provides critical services including utility assistance, home weatherization, and transportation for low-income seniors in the Cedar Valley area.

Prairie Meadows Senior Living
Supports seniors in independent and assisted living environments, offering affordable living options and personal care services.

Senior Housing Management – Iowa
Provides affordable housing solutions for seniors, offering both independent and supportive living options across Iowa.

Siouxland Senior Services
Offers transportation, wellness programs, and in-home assistance for seniors in Siouxland and surrounding communities.

United Way of East Central Iowa – Senior Services
Partners with local agencies to support low-income seniors with resources like food pantries, housing, and transportation services.

West Des Moines Senior Center
Provides recreational, fitness, and educational programs for seniors in the West Des Moines area, enhancing both physical and mental well-being.