Designed for use by parents and professionals, this guide provides assistance in finding appropriate financial resources and services for children with special needs in Iowa. Divided into six chapters, the guide presents programs related to education, health, human services, insurance, social security, and other support services. After a brief overview of each program, the requirements for eligibility, the services provided, the fees, and information for applying are presented. Chapter 1 provides information about early childhood special education programs and programs for blind and deaf children. Chapter 2 describes programs related to child health specialty clinics, university hospitals, and home care. Chapter 3 includes programs related to child protective services, family support, medical coverage, adoption programs, and transitional child care. Chapter 4 presents a range of insurance plans. Chapter 5 provides information about Medicare, Supplemental Security Income, and State Supplemental Assistance. Chapter 6 outlines a variety of support services such as Developmental Disabilities Basic Grant Program, Easter Seals Society, Iowa Pilot Parents, and Iowa Protection and Advocacy Services. The appendices include lists of agencies related to services for children with special needs, a list of federal poverty guidelines, and guidelines for child care assistance and medically needy income. Information related to child and maternal health issues is also presented. (AA)