Resources for New Iowans in Johnson County
Free English classes. Free dinner before classes and childcare available during class.
English classes. Childcare available for children 6 months–5th grade. You must register beforehand. To register, call the number and ask to speak with Edith or write an email.
Free English classes for community members, focusing on speaking and listening skills. You must register beforehand. To register, go in person to the ESL Program office.
Free language instruction, cultural training, and communications support for University of Iowa employees.
Free English tutoring for students
Free conversation group for women and children. Ideal for intermediate and above. Meets at the corner of Benton and Teg.
Free conversation group, open to the public at the Iowa City Public Library. Ideal for intermediate and above. Meets in Meeting Room E (second floor).
Free conversation group, open to the public. Ideal for intermediate and above. Meets on the mezzanine.
Free conversation group open to the public. Ideal for intermediate and above. Meets
International speaking club to help build speaking and leadership skills. Membership required to participate; guests welcome. Ideal for advanced speakers.
Provides short-term emergency care to families in crisis. After hours and weekends call Johnson County Crisis Center at (319) 351-0140. On the phone, state that you need crisis child care.
Offers free, temporary, emergency child care to qualifying families with children ages 6 weeks to 6 years, for up to 3 months; including meals and educational programs.
Check online to see if you can qualify for child care assistance.
Offering free interview practice, resume writing help, computer classes, and more. Call for registration. Ideal for high-intermediate and above.
Free computer classes. Ideal for high-intermediate or higher. Contact Shane Greve for registration.
Offers direct services, including assistance with government forms, legal issues, medical issues, housing, domestic violence and sexual abuse. Contact Sumaya Rabee.
Offers preschool programs, before- and after- school programs, youth programs, and family support.
Offers preschool programs, before- and after- school programs, youth programs, and family support.
Offers assistance with food