How to apply for Iowa HHS local office — Emmet

Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)

Who it's for

Iowa Health and Human Services (HHS) has a local office in Emmet County at 220 S 1st Street in Estherville. It serves Emmet County. Call 712-362-7237 (toll free 1-833-503-0575). Iowa HHS runs help programs such as SNAP food assistance (formerly food stamps), LIHEAP heating help, rent assistance and WIC.

Iowa HHS decides eligibility for each program; income and other rules differ by program. Office locations change; check the HHS office list before visiting.

People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.

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What you'll need

  • Call or visit the office to ask what to bring

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 1-712-362-7237 (toll free 1-833-503-0575)

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Iowa HHS local office — Emmet. I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need call or visit the office to ask what to bring — is anything else required? What is the best next step?"

Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.

Renewals

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Not legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.