Home Help for the Elderly
Milestones Area Agency on Aging: This organization offers a range of services to help older Iowans live independently at home. They provide nutrition programs, caregiver support, health promotion, and elder abuse prevention. (855) 410-6222 or visit their website (Milestones Area Agency On Aging).
Advanced Home Health Care: This agency offers both medical and non-medical in-home care services. For more information, you can contact them at (319) 753-6270 or visit their website (Advanced Home Health Care).
Vibrant Homecare: Vibrant Homecare provides non-medical home care servicesYou can learn more about their services on their website (Vibrant Home Care).
Food Resources and Pantries
St. Vincent de Paul Society
Non-profit organization
700 Division St · (319) 752-9332
Harmony Bible Church – City Hope Foundation – The Cupboard – Food Pantry
906 Maple St
Salvation Army of Burlington
216 Columbus Dr, Burlington, IA 52601
Phone: (319) 753-2038
Lend a Paw Pantry
James Madison School, Burlington, IA, United States, Iowa
(319) 435-1151
lend-a-paw-pantry@bcsds.org
Help with Bills
Community Action of Southeast Iowa: Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). They also offer various other support services for low-income families, including assistance with heating bills and weatherization programs. You can contact them at (319) 753-0193 or visit their website for more information on applying for assistance
Des Moines County Department of Human Services (DHS): This office provides various forms of financial assistance, including cash assistance, food stamps (SNAP), child care assistance, and TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families). They can be reached at (319) 754-4622
United Way 211: By dialing 211, you can access a comprehensive resource network that can connect you with local assistance programs for utilities, rent, and other financial needs. United Way 211 provides up-to-date information about available resources in your area .
Salvation Army: The Salvation Army offers various forms of emergency assistance.They have specific programs designed to prevent homelessness and support individuals facing financial crises.
Low Cost Clothing
Community Closet that provides low-cost clothing. You can find it at various locations, including 1015 S Roosevelt Hwy 61, Burlington, and Cornerstone Community Church at 102 Meadow St, Mediapolis.
The Clothes Line: This is a second-hand store located at 1506 Mount Pleasant St, Burlington. They offer a wide range of gently used clothing at affordable prices.
Goodwill Store: Located at 165 W Burlington Ave, Burlington, IA, Goodwill is well-known for offering affordable clothing and household items.
Salvation Army Thrift Store: Located at 107 S 4th St, Burlington, IA, this store provides a variety of low-cost clothing options.
Original Cyns / CSky Boutique: Located at 520 Jefferson St, Burlington, IA, this boutique offers a variety of clothing items.