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Iowa Department of Health and Human Services

Protecting and improving the health and resiliency of Iowans

Who We Are

Mission and Vision

Mission

Iowa HHS provides high quality programs and services that protect and improve the health and resiliency of individuals, families, and communities.

Society Vision

Individuals, families, and communities are safe, resilient and empowered to be healthy and self-sufficient.

Organizational Vision

Iowa HHS is a trusted leader and partner in protecting health and providing high quality, equitable services.

Explore Our Divisions

Aging & Disability
Aging & Disability

We support aging Iowans and Iowans with disabilities by reducing advocacy burdens, expanding resources, and promoting independence through person-centered services and supports.

Behavioral Health
Behavioral Health

We expand access to behavioral health prevention, treatment, and recovery supports, honoring lived experience and empowering individuals and communities to improve well-being.

Community Access & Eligibility
Community Access & Eligibility

We help Iowans access coordinated economic, family, and health services through a streamlined entry point and aligned supports that promote stability and well-being.

Compliance & Administration
Compliance & Administration

We drive innovation by assessing policy impacts, reducing service barriers, and strengthening outcomes through strong financial management, data use, and planning.

External Relations
External Relations

We provide person-centered support to HHS teams, partners, and Iowans through coordinated, timely messaging that strengthens trust and represents HHS as a statewide leader.

Family Well-Being & Protection
Family Well-Being & Protection

We partner with families, providers, and communities to build stability, strengthen relationships, and ensure children are safe, supported, and able to thrive.

Medicaid
Medicaid

We help Iowans access coordinated economic, family, and health supports through aligned programs and a streamlined entry point that promotes holistic well-being statewide.

Public Health
Public Health

We strengthen Iowa’s public health system by partnering with communities to monitor, prevent, and address disparities so all Iowans can achieve and maintain their best health.

State Operated Specialty Care
State Operated Specialty Care

We deliver safe, therapeutic care for individuals with complex needs, offering skill-building, stability, and support that help them progress and reintegrate successfully.

Explore Our Benefits

The State of Iowa’s commitment to its employees is demonstrated by the compensation and benefits package provided to you by the State of Iowa.  In addition to your direct compensation as a State of Iowa employee, we provide a variety of benefit plans and programs for you and your family.

Learn more about benefits here.

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