How to apply for Iowa HHS county office — Union
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
Who it's for
The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) lists an office for Union County at 201 N. Elm St., Creston. Phone: 641-782-1740 or toll free 877-394-1438. This office also serves Adair and Adams counties; for services (not Income Maintenance) call 641-782-1745. Iowa HHS says you can apply for SNAP food benefits and for Medicaid health coverage, including Medicaid for older adults and people with disabilities, at your local HHS office. You can also apply online through the Iowa HHS Benefits Portal, or apply for Medicaid by phone at 1-855-889-7985.
Each program has its own income, asset and other rules. Iowa HHS makes the final decision. Many applications can be done online or by phone without visiting an office.
People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.
Discover my benefitsWhat you'll need
- Call or visit to ask what to bring
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 1-641-782-1740 (toll free 1-877-394-1438)
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Iowa HHS county office — Union. 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 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
none
Not sure if you qualify? Run a free check first.
Discover my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.