Iowa

Public Benefits and Elders

Legal Information

• Elderly Waiver Program Keeps People Out of Nursing Homes

  Why Are Some People Losing Their In-Home Care? Information to help you understand the Elderly Waiver Program. Read More

• Is Your Social Security Safe from Debt Collectors?

  With several important exceptions, your social security check is safe or "exempt" from claims of creditors. The money in your account, however, may not be automatically protected. You might need to tell or prove to the creditor or bank that your money is from social security and is exempt. Read More

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• Rent Reimbursement and Property Tax Credits

  Each year, Iowans who are elderly or have a disability may be able to get a property tax credit on their home and rent reimbursement on apartment or mobile home lot rent. Read More