Host Home Services in Eastern Iowa

Iowa Host Homes provides Home and Community-Based Supported Community Living (SCL) services for adults with
intellectual disabilities in Benton, Linn, and Johnson counties.

What is Supported Community Living?

Supported Community Living (SCL) helps individuals become active, engaged members of their community while receiving personalized support. Participants live in a private home with an approved Host Home provider who delivers care based on each Individual Service Plan.

Building Independence Through Connection

At Iowa Host Homes, we believe individuals with disabilities deserve independence, meaningful relationships, and a true sense of belonging. Our program supports adults ages 21+ who are funded through the Intellectual Disability Waiver, providing a safe, family-style home environment where they can build connections, achieve personal goals, and actively participate in their communities.

Our Services Include:

  • Cooking and meal preparation
  • Cleaning and household tasks
  • Laundry and daily routines
  • Grocery Shopping
  • Budgeting and paying bills
  • Medication management
  • Managing medical conditions (e.g., diabetes)
  • Attending medical appointments
  • Building friendships and social connections
  • Participating in recreational and community activities

Why Host Homes Matter

Host Home services provide a more personalized, stable alternative to traditional care settings.

Individuals benefit from:

  • A welcoming, family-style home environment
  • Consistent support from one primary caregiver
  • Increased independence while staying connected to family and community

Our Commitment

Iowa Host Homes is dedicated to advocating for every individual we serve. We believe in each person’s potential and remain committed through challenges and setbacks—working alongside individuals to help them grow, succeed, and live as independently as possible.

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