If you are without housing, if you cannot pay your rent, or if you have received an eviction notice, these organizations may be able to assist you

Johnson County General Assistance
Rent, utilities assistance
319-356-6090

https://www.johnsoncountyiowa.gov/social-services/general-assistance-program

CommUnity Financial Support Program (formerly Basic Needs)
Housing and utilities assistance
319-351-0128

https://builtbycommunity.org/financialsupport/

HACAP Energy Assistance
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and emergency response funds for utilities
319-337-5765
www.hacap.org/energy

Shelter House
Shelter, eviction prevention, housing stability
319-351-0326
www.shelterhouseiowa.org

Iowa Legal Aid
Legal help with housing, including eviction
319-351-6570
iowalegalaid.org

Emergency Housing

Where can I go if I need emergency shelter?

Domestic Violence Intervention Program
- 24-hour hotline 1-800-373-1043
Hawkeye Area Community Action Program: Homelessness, veteran support
Immigrant Welcome Network: Short-term transitional housing
Iowa City Catholic Worker: Short-term transitional housing
Shelter House: Emergency shelter
Four Oaks Iowa City: Shelter program for youth in crisis
United Action for Youth (UAY): Transitional Living Program for homeless youth 16-22

Homeownership Resources

Where can I learn about homeownership?

Iowa Valley Habitat for Humanity: Financial Literacy and Homeowner Education
- Contact Regina at regina@iowavalleyhabitat.org
Horizons - A Family Service Alliance: Homebuyer Education and Financial Counseling
- Includes foreclosure prevention and credit counseling

I want to own my own home

Iowa Valley Habitat for Humanity: Homeownership Program
USDA: Single Family Housing Direct Home Loans for Rural Areas
Iowa Finance Authority: Affordable Mortgage Programs
Residential Mortgage Network: VA Home Loans, First Time Home Buyers, Conventional Loans, FHA Loans

I can't afford a down payment on a home, what do I do?

Iowa Finance Authority: Down Payment Assistance & Military Homeownership Assistance Program

Where can I get help with repairs and/or weatherization for my home?

Hawkeye Area Community Action Program (HACAP): Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Iowa Valley Habitat for Humanity: Helping Hands Home Repair Program
Housing Trust Fund of Johnson County: Home Rehab Loan Program
USDA: Single Family Housing Repair Loans & Grants for Rural Areas
City of Iowa City:
- General Rehab and Improvement Program (GRIP) loan
- Energy Efficiency Program loan
  - For replacement or upgrade of heating and furnace systems, window replacement, insulating or weatherproofing projects.
- Housing Rehabilitation
- Invest Health Program
  - Repair/replacement of items that contribute to poor indoor air quality. Iowa City households who have a member with a diagnosed lung disorder such as asthma or COPD are eligible for the program.
Hawkeye Area Community Action Program: Energy Conservation Services
- For weatherization and utility costs
Green Iowa AmeriCorps: Home Energy Performance Audit and Weatherization

Rental Resources

Where can I find an affordable place to rent?

City of Iowa City Rental Listings
- Includes rental units owned by City of Iowa City and units subsidized with Federal, State or Local government funding
- Lists include family housing and elderly/disabled housing
PublicHousing.com
- Includes subsidized affordable and low-income properties
IowaHousingSearch.org
- Rental properties in Johnson County
The Housing Fellowship
- Private non-profit providing permanent affordable rental housing in Johnson County
Hawkeye Area Community Action Program (HACAP)
- Community action agency providing affordable rental housing in Johnson County
River City Housing Collective
- A nonprofit cooperative dedicated to providing quality, affordable housing to the Iowa City area.
USDA Rural Multifamily Housing Rentals

I cannot afford any rental units, what do I do?

Housing Authority Housing Choice Voucher Program (HCV), commonly known as Section 8
- Families with an HCV voucher choose and lease safe, decent and affordable privately owned rental housing - Apply here
Iowa Finance Authority Aftercare Rent Subsidy Program
- For youth aging out of foster care

I need help getting enough for a security deposit, where do I go?

CommUnity Financial Support Program (formerly Basic Needs)

Manufactured Home Resources

I live in a manufactured home and it is in need of repairs, who can help me?

City of Iowa City: Housing Rehabilitation
Iowa Valley Habitat for Humanity: Helping Hands Home Repair Program
- Will consider exterior work such as porch replacement and ramp construction
- Will consider limited interior work such as furnace repair/replacement
- Reach out for further information
Housing Trust Fund of Johnson County: Home Rehab Loan Program

I live in a manufactured home community and I want to advocate for myself and my neighbors

Iowa Manufactured Home Residents Network: Statewide advocacy group, based in Johnson County
Manufactured Housing Action: National advocacy group
Resident Owned Communities (ROC USA®)
- Helps resident groups in for-sale communities come together and purchase their neighborhoods.

If you have other housing-related questions, you may find resources below

I need furniture for my home, but I can't afford it right now

Houses into Homes
- Provides beds and furniture at the recommendation of social services agencies
Iowa Valley Habitat for Humanity ReStore
- Sells anything from paint and nails to cabinets, appliances, and furniture - all at affordable prices

I am returning from incarceration and am having trouble finding a place to live

Inside Out Reentry Drop-in & Resource Center

I have HIV/AIDS and am having trouble finding a place to live

Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA)

I can't afford to pay my bills right now

CommUnity Financial Support Program (formerly Basic Needs)
Johnson County General Assistance: Short term monetary help
Johnson County Veterans Affairs: Financial assistance
Hawkeye Area Community Action Program: Energy Assistance Programs

I need food in my home

CommUnity Food Bank
1045 Highway 6 East, Iowa City
319-351-0128
www.builtbycommunity.org/foodbank
Coralville Community Food Pantry
804 13th Ave, Coralville
319-337-3663
www.coralvillefoodpantry.org
North Liberty Community Pantry
89 N Jones Blvd, North Liberty
319-626-2711
https://northlibertycommunitypantry.org/

I am an older adult and I want to continue living in my home

Johnson County Visiting Nurse Association
- 319-337-9686
- In-home consultation regarding fall risks and recommendations for increasing safety at home. There is no charge to Johnson county residents.
Iowa Valley Habitat for Humanity Helping Hands Home Repair Program
- Change light bulbs, replace furnace filters, and change smoke detector batteries
- Changes that allow for continued independence such as accessibility ramps, grab bars, and bathroom modifications
Unity Point Health: Aging Services
- Minor home repairs, lawn mowing, snow removal, seasonal yard care, home adaptations (wheelchair ramps, grab bars, handrails, etc.)
Systems Unlimited: Supported living
USDA Single Family Housing Repair Loans & Grants for Rural Areas
Access 2 Independence: Independent Living Skills Training

I am looking for accessible and affordable housing

City of Iowa City: Rental listings
Shelter House Housing Resources: Rental listings and resources
Systems Unlimited: Community living services
Solon Community Housing
- 1763 Racine Ave NE Solon IA 52333
- 319-480–4380
East Side Village
- 401 E Linn, Lone Tree, IA 52755
- 319-629-4689
Chatham Oaks: Residential Care Facility

I am looking for affordable senior living

Johnson County Livable Community for Successful Aging
Ecumenical Towers
Keyway Property Management
- Citizen Building
- Regency Heights Apartments
Solon Community Housing (accepts Housing Choice Vouchers)
- 1763 Racine Ave NE Solon IA 52333
- 319-480–4380
East Side Village
- 401 E Linn, Lone Tree, IA 52755
- 319-629-4689

I need help with language translation/interpretation

The Iowa International Center (IIC) offers a free 24/7 Housing Interpretation Hotline
- 515-282-8269, Ext. 5
- Housing Hotline Overview
- Phone Interpretation Language Availability

Not finding what you're looking for here?

Browse the Johnson County Resource Directory

Current resource directories include: Abuse Prevention & Services, Child Care Services, Clothing, Crisis Services, Disability Services, Employment-Education Services, Family & Youth Services, Financial Assistance, Food Assistance, Health & Dental Services, Housing, Immigrant & Refugee Services, Legal Assistance, Mental Health & Substance Abuse, Older Adults, Transportation and Veterans Services

Make an appointment with a Navigation Specialist through Johnson County Social Services

Call 319-356-6090 8:00am - 4:30pm, Monday – Friday
- Assist individuals and/or caregivers by providing information, referrals, aid in accessing supportive services and care coordination.
- Provide advocacy, support and short-term coordination of services for individuals and families.
- Provide follow up to ensure consumer accessed needed services.
- Provide application and paperwork assistance for social services programs.

Call 2-1-1 (United Way of Central Iowa)

Call/Text Hours: Monday – Sunday 24/7
- Direct: 2-1-1 or 515-246-6555
- Toll Free: 2-1-1 or 800-244-7431
- Text: Text your zip code to 898211

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