a connector to those in need

waverly caring assistance network

The mission of the Caring Assistance Network organization is to coordinate the connections of community resources to individuals and families residing in the greater Waverly area. Caring Assistance Network brings 20+ partnering organizations together whose goal is to connect in-need community members to emergency resources such as rent and utility support, food, and clothing.


We coordinate services for food insecurity, system supports, housing, transportation, personal care, and health/child development. To find out if you are eligible for assistance, call Jenn at 319-407-0204 or complete the application below.

Area clients will become more resilient in the face of persistent personal and family crisis.

More efficient use of a partner's financial, material, and human resources.

Members of area churches will increase opportunities to serve those in need.

Effective communication between Caring Assistance Network members and clients will reduce gaps and barriers to receiving local human resources.

2023 BY THE NUMBERS

Under Iowa's winter moratorium law, customers who qualify for LIHEAP (low Income Home Energy Assistance Program) are protected from the shutoff of natural gas or electric service annually from November 1 through April 1.



Since April 1, 2024, the Waverly Caring Assistance Network (CAN) has coordinated cases for over 25 local households avoid utility disconnection.

can supporters

These local churches have committed to the launch of the Waverly Caring Assistance Network. Through their commitment of funds, we have a Community Outreach Specialist. This role is critical to meeting the ongoing and crisis needs of individuals in our community. 

WAVERLY CARING ASSISTANCE NETWORk TEAM

Asking for help is hard. We strive to simplify the process so you have less stress and worries. Click the icons below to call or email Waverly CAN or use the information below.