Meals on Wheels Delivery of hot, nutritious meals is available in Adel, Dallas Center, Desoto, Linden, Minburn, Perry, Redfield, Van Meter, Waukee, and Woodward and all throughout Dallas County Serves: Persons 60 years of age and older that are homebound (515) 993-4531 Ext. #4
Supplemental Food Program for Seniors Offers free, nutritious food each month to eligible participants in Dallas County Serves: Persons 60 years of age or older (515) 286-3655
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) For questions or help filling out an application, call 1-855-944-FOOD. If your household is at or below the following income range, you may be eligible for food assistance:
Household
Gross Monthly Income
Household
Gross Monthly Income
1
$1,316
5
$3,188
2
$1,784
6
$3,656
3
$2,252
7
$4,124
4
$2,720
8
$4,592
*Add an additional $468 for each person beyond eight
Double Up Food Bucks
Those who qualify for SNAP can use their card at designated grocery stores and farmers markets to "double up" their allowance. For every dollar in fresh produce purchased, you get a dollar more for free, up to $10 a day. Through this program, you can get $20 of fresh produce for just $10.
To find eligible locations, visit www.iowahealthieststate.com/double-up-food-bucks
Dallas County Health Navigation If you need additional help connecting to community resources or filling out an application, please call the Dallas County Health Department (515) 993-3750 and ask to speak to a Health Navigator. Navigators can help with additional needs, such as transportation, housing, employment, and more.
Seasonal and Simple App
Free app that allows you to find local farmers markets, as well as learn what is in season, how to pick and preserve fresh produce, and how to prepare simple and nutritious recipes. The app is available for both iOS and Android devices.
Summer Meal Meet-Ups
Free and nutritious meals available to those under 18 throughout the summer. Many of the 50+ locations also include activities to keep kids active while school is out of session. Locations are located throughout Dallas, Polk, and Warren Counties. For more information, text "FOOD" to 877-877, call 2-1-1 and ask about summer meals, or visit SummerMealsIA.org
2-1-1 If you need help finding out what resources are available in your community, call 211, visit www.211Iowa.org, or simply text your zip code to 898211.
