Our Approach

ICARE offers a client-centered, strength-based, holistic service approach that actively involves the client and family in the service delivery process.
All services are free and confidential.

Who We Serve

Funding through the Ryan White Act allows ICARE to collaborate with local health departments and community-based organizations to provide HIV/AIDS medications and essential health and support services to low income individuals and their families. ICARE removes barriers to ensure that our clients attend medical appointments and adhere to their medication regimen. And, with help from the AIDS Drug Assistance Program, underserved and uninsured individuals can gain access to life-saving HIV/AIDS medications. ICARE provides case management services in eastern Iowa.

Housing Opportunities for People with AIDS (HOPWA) is a federal housing assistance program which enables ICARE to serve those who need help in maintaining a safe and stable environment for themselves and their families. HOPWA evaluates individual circumstances and can offer assistance in paying rent. Under HOPWA, ICARE serves individuals in the following counties: Delaware, Jones, Linn, Benton, Tama, Cedar, Johnson, Iowa, Poweshiek, Mahaska, Keokuk, Washington, Louisa, Des Moines, Henry, Jefferson, Wapello, Monroe, Appanoose, Davis, Van Buren and Lee.

If you know of anyone who is in need of assistance, please contact Carol Paper, ICARE program coordinator at: 319.338.2135. 

Direct Services

We provide case management, linking clients to health care and other support services, including:

	Food Bank
	Housing Assistance
	Utility Assistance
	Primary Medical Care
	AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP)
	Emergency Financial Assistance
	Private and Public Benefits Counseling
	Dental Care
	Client Advocacy
	Legal Services
	Insurance Continuation
	Information and Referrals
	Mental Health Services
	Substance Abuse Counseling/Treatment
	Vocational Rehabilitation
	Home Health Care
	Hospice Care