211 IS THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH HOTLINE
FOR GENERAL INFORMATION
LANDLINE: 2-1-1
ANY PHONE: 319-739-4211
TOLL FREE 1-866-469-2211
TEXT YOUR ZIP CODE TO 898211
Need Help?
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Use the 211 App
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Visit the 211 website
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Call 2-1-1 on your cell phone
Download the free app by following these simple steps:
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Click on a link below to find the app in the App Store or Google Play - or search for 211 Iowa
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Install the app on your phone
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Begin using by tapping "Current Location" then enter your zip code or city
That's all there is to it! No registration or account set up.
A trained professional will assist you and connect you to the help you need.
The 211 service is 100% free and confidential!
GET CONNECTED
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Accessible to everyone, at no cost
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All calls are confidential
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Available 24 hours a day, seven days a week
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Multilingual assistance
Get Answers
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COVID-19 information
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Basic Human Needs
Food pantries, clothing, affordable housing, utility assistance -
Physical and Mental Health
Medicaid/Medicare, support groups, drug and alcohol intervention -
Employment Support
Financial and transportation assistance -
Support for Older Americans and Persons with Disabilities
Meals on Wheels, home health care, homemaker services -
Support for Children, Youth and Families
Childcare, protective services -
And much more!
