What is Iowa Department of Human Services?
The Iowa Department of Human Services (DHS) is one of the units of state government; operate various programs of human wellness. The main office of The Department is located in Hoover State Office Building.
DHS Services
The Iowa Department of Human Services supports the individuals and the families to obtain secure, stable and healthy lives. It is committed for quality, sound utilization of Iowa’s resources, maximum utilization of government funds and leveraging chances and by operating with the community. The Department operates many facilities like of Mental Health Institutes, Juvenile Facilities and Civil Commitment Unit for Sexual Offenders. The Department is also responsible for efficient operations of Child Care and Food Assistance programs in the state.
Juvenile Facility
Juvenile Facility is a boys' training school, located in Eldora, United States. It facility is active in The Eldora State Training School. The government has established facility for girls as well in Toledo. However, initially girl's correction facility was located in Mitchellville and was formed in 1880.
Iowa Department of Human Services Food Stamps
Iowa Department of Human Services also offers
Food Stamps program to the needy
Citizens including children, disabled person and pregnant women. The Department directly transfers the
Benefits to the accounts of registered members. The members can access these benefits at authorized retailers through EBT Card. For any issue regarding
Food Stamp program, customers can contact on 1-877-347-5678.
DHS Online Services
Iowa Department of Human Services accepts online applications of Health Care, Cash Assistance, Child Care Assistance, etc., programs. It offers two separate portals for Child Support and Child Support Employers. Its online portal support both English and Spanish languages.