General Assistance
Cyndi Mears
General Assistance Director,
Salvation Army Representative
503 Franklin Street, Suite 1
Wapello, Iowa 52653
Main Phone: 319-523-5125
Office Fax: 319-523-2412
Call for an appointment
General Assistance is administered through Louisa County Community Services
General Assistance provides short term emergency assistance for qualified individuals in Louisa County. Assistance could include food, rent, shelter, emergency medical, transportation, utilities and burial. The Community Services office is a last resort office and refers individuals to available resources. To set up an appointment, call 319-523-5125
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for alcohol, drug, gambling, mental health, suicidal thoughts and other related concerns.
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