Jefferson County Community Resource Guide
This resource guide was developed by community residents and elected officials to provide a central location for important community resources. You can filter the guide by “category” or search for an individual resource using the search box on the left.
The guide was developed by local volunteers and a collaboration between Pathfinders RC&D, Jefferson County Supervisors, Jefferson County Mental Health Office, and the Jefferson County Hunger Dialogue.
Resources Found: 27
African Violet Foundation
During the holiday season, this Foundation serves middle school and high school students in the Fairfield, Pekin, and Van Buren Community School Districts. These students are provided with school hoodies and candy at Christmas. The African Violet foundation also holds a 'Caring through Clothing Event' that provides about 700 people with clothing and laundry supplies.
American Homefinding Association
American Home Finding Association is a private, not-for-profit family service agency. Services include Adoption, WIC, Maternal & Child Health Programs, Emergency Shelter for adolescents, Child Care and the Foster Grandparent Program. Serves Jefferson County residents.
Call 211
Counseling/Mental Health/Substance AbuseFamily Services & ChildcareFood/Clothing/FinancialHealth CareHelpline
A free and confidential service that helps people find the local resources they need
Carry on Bags
Provides free food bags for income qualifying students at the Fairfield Community School District and Maharishi School on Fridays and before school breaks.
Come to Supper
Free meal every Tuesday of each month, no questions asked. 6:00-7:00 PM at First Lutheran Church in Fairfield.
DHS, Iowa Department of Human Services
Family Services & ChildcareFood/Clothing/FinancialHealth Care
Economic Programs: FIP (Family Investment Program), food assistance, medical assistance (Medicaid). Referrals/funding for service programs including: foster care, shelter care, institutional care, adoption, independent living, day care, and child abuse assessments.
Fairfield Cares
A local non-profit that organizes volunteers to help those in need. And when volunteer help is not enough, we will offer information about local sources of professional help.
Fairfield Community Center
Provides meals on site and some home delivery for those age 60 or older. Suggested guidelines for contributions are posted at the meal centers. Ability to contribute does not determine eligibility. Individuals under age 60 are required to pay the full cost of the meal.
Fairfield Farmer's Market
Winter Market: first Saturday of November thru the last Saturday of April
Fairfield Senior Center, 209 S. Court Street.
Hours: 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
FAMA (Fairfield Area Ministerial Association)
Administers a 'Transient Fund' which provides emergency assistance for persons traveling through the community.
General Relief
Food/Clothing/FinancialUtility Assistance
Assistance with rent, food, utilities, limited medical and burial assistance. Must meet income guidelines and the limits on help during a 12 month period.
Lockridge Senior Center
Provides meals on site and some home delivery for those age 60 or older. Suggested guidelines for contributions are posted at the meal centers. Ability to contribute does not determine eligibility. Individuals under age 60 are required to pay the full cost of the meal.
Lord's Cupboard of Jefferson County
Jefferson County residents who meet income guidelines can receive bread and milk once a week. Every 3 months, clients may receive a full order of groceries that includes non-perishable foods, bakery and meat items, milk and supplies such as paper products, laundry soap, and shampoo.
Milestones Area Agency on Aging
Food/Clothing/FinancialHealth Care
Provides funding for community-based services that enable seniors 60 years and older to remain in their own home and community for as long as possible. Offers support services to family caregivers. Serves Jefferson County residents.
PAWS of Hope
Distributes food bags for weekends and school breaks for students at Pekin Community School District
SHARE
SHARE Iowa offers food packages up to 50% off the supermarket prices. You can pay by cash, check, EBT or online using Pay Pal. Pick up at Fairfield SHARE located at Eagles Club, 1707 S Main Saturdays at 8:00 AM. Must order in advance. Serves Jefferson County residents.
Sieda Community Action Resource Center
Food/Clothing/FinancialHousing AssistanceUtility Assistance
Helps crisis assistance with past-due bills, school supplies, Christmas presents, and some emergency clothing.
SNAP - Supplement Nutrition Assistance Program (Jeff Co DHS)
Nutrition assistance to eligible, low-income individuals and families in the form of an Electronic Benefits Card (EBT) to purchase food.
The Fairfield Well
EducationFood/Clothing/FinancialUtility Assistance
The Well Fairfield an organization that uses a holistic approach to serve people who are struggling in the Fairfield area. Through community partnership and participation, The Well offers programs and services, resource referral, and relationship to help people reach long-term stability in life.
VA Home Front
Food/Clothing/FinancialHelplineHousing AssistanceVeteran Services
Connecting homeless and at-risk veterans with housing solutions, health care, community employment services and other required supports.
WIC (Women, Infants, Children) - Fairfield
Assistance for food and nutrition for babies, children under the age of 5, pregnant women, breastfeeding women, and women who have had a baby in the last 6 months.
WIC (Women, Infants, Children)- Ottumwa Clinic
Assistance for food and nutrition for babies, children under the age of 5, pregnant women, breastfeeding women, and women who have had a baby in the last 6 months. Serves Jefferson County residents.