ECIMC provides financial support to families in Muscatine County through Preschool, Daycare & Transportation Scholarships. Families can apply for our Early Learning Scholarships on an annual basis. ECIMC also assists in funding numerous programs throughout the county to better serve our children ages 0-5.
Vision: Every Child in Muscatine County, beginning at birth, will be healthy and realize their full potential.
Mission: ECIMC is a community group promoting the well-being and healthy development of Muscatine County children ages 0-5 by optimizing strengths and eliminating barriers for children and their families.
All recipients of our Early Learning Scholarships must reside in Muscatine County.
Payment information:
There is no fee for our services. We grant Early Learning Scholarships based in financial need. Preschool through a flat fee and Childcare on a sliding scale.
Additional Information:
Applications can be found on our Website ecimc.org You can also follow us on Facebook for community updates.
Counties Served:
Muscatine
Categories:
Education - Daycare
Education - Early Childhood Pre-Schools
Education - Resources for Childcare Providers
Financial Aid - Financial Assistance
Transportation Services
Errand Service for Senior Citizens- Senior Resources
Contact
1808 Mulberry Avenue
Muscatine, IA 52761
563-263-7292
The Errand Service provided by Senior Resources offers transportation within Muscatine County to places such as the bank, pharmacy, and doctor/hospital. They can also assist with picking up groceries. Call 563-263-7292 for pricing.
JARC provides rides for work, education and support services. Hours of operation are 5:30pm-12am, Monday through Saturday. Call 563-263-8152 at least one day in advance to schedule. Fare is $2.00/ride.
Public Transit provider for City of Muscatine. MuscaBus operates four fixed routes and complementary ParaTransit (Shuttle) service for individuals who cannot access route buses due to disability. MuscaBus also offers night time service for employment or training called JARC (Job Access Reverse Commute) on Monday - Saturday til midnight. On Tuesday and Thursday evenings until 9:30, passengers can ride New Freedom buses for any purpose. ParaTransit (Shuttle), JARC, and New Freedom all require scheduling a minimum of one day in advance. Route times and maps are available on all buses, at City Hall, Public Works or on the City website at http://www.muscatineiowa.gov.
MuscaBus provides ParaTransit for individuals who cannot access the fixed route due to a disability. There is a $2.00 fare per ride, but an assistant to the rider may ride for free. An application must be filled out and accepted for ParaTransit use. Individuals with disabilities may also use JARC or New Freedom transportation if needed.
Muscatine Public Transit provides a MuscaBus service from City Hall/Public Works to the Shell Express Mart at 4804 South Highway 61 twice daily from August through May. Call 563-263-8152 at least one day in advance to schedule your ride.
Schedule:
Monday- Tipton and mealsite
Tuesday- Iowa City
Wednesday- Tipton and mealsite
1st Thursday- Cedar Rapids
2nd Thursday- Davenport
3rd Thursday- Cedar Rapids
4th Thursday- Davenport
5th Thursday- Special trip service
Every Thursday- Tipton mealsite
Friday- Iowa City
Fares (Round-Trip) for Individuals 60+ Years or Disabled:
Out of County $6.50
In-Town Service $1.50
County Service $3.00
Royal Taxi Cab Service serves the Muscatine area with availability 24/7. Fee to ride is $3.50 for pick-up/1st mile and $0.35 per 1/8 mile after that. Senior discounts and flat rates to casinos, airports, and hospitals may be available. Call 563-262-8294 for more information.
Muscatine County Community Services approves disbursements for household items, rental/utility deposit assistance and transportation for medical needs. United Way of Muscatine is the Administrator and Fiscal agent for the Almoner Fund.
ECIMC provides financial support to families in Muscatine County through Preschool, Daycare & Transportation Scholarships. Families can apply for our Early Learning Scholarships on an annual basis. ECIMC also assists in funding numerous programs throughout the county to better serve our children ages 0-5.
Vision: Every Child in Muscatine County, beginning at birth, will be healthy and realize their full potential.
Mission: ECIMC is a community group promoting the well-being and healthy development of Muscatine County children ages 0-5 by optimizing strengths and eliminating barriers for children and their families.
All recipients of our Early Learning Scholarships must reside in Muscatine County.
Payment information:
There is no fee for our services. We grant Early Learning Scholarships based in financial need. Preschool through a flat fee and Childcare on a sliding scale.
Additional Information:
Applications can be found on our Website ecimc.org You can also follow us on Facebook for community updates.
Counties Served:
Muscatine
Categories:
Education - Daycare
Education - Early Childhood Pre-Schools
Education - Resources for Childcare Providers
Financial Aid - Financial Assistance
Transportation Services
Errand Service for Senior Citizens- Senior Resources
Contact
1808 Mulberry Avenue
Muscatine, IA 52761
563-263-7292
The Errand Service provided by Senior Resources offers transportation within Muscatine County to places such as the bank, pharmacy, and doctor/hospital. They can also assist with picking up groceries. Call 563-263-7292 for pricing.
JARC provides rides for work, education and support services. Hours of operation are 5:30pm-12am, Monday through Saturday. Call 563-263-8152 at least one day in advance to schedule. Fare is $2.00/ride.
Public Transit provider for City of Muscatine. MuscaBus operates four fixed routes and complementary ParaTransit (Shuttle) service for individuals who cannot access route buses due to disability. MuscaBus also offers night time service for employment or training called JARC (Job Access Reverse Commute) on Monday - Saturday til midnight. On Tuesday and Thursday evenings until 9:30, passengers can ride New Freedom buses for any purpose. ParaTransit (Shuttle), JARC, and New Freedom all require scheduling a minimum of one day in advance. Route times and maps are available on all buses, at City Hall, Public Works or on the City website at http://www.muscatineiowa.gov.
MuscaBus provides ParaTransit for individuals who cannot access the fixed route due to a disability. There is a $2.00 fare per ride, but an assistant to the rider may ride for free. An application must be filled out and accepted for ParaTransit use. Individuals with disabilities may also use JARC or New Freedom transportation if needed.
Muscatine Public Transit provides a MuscaBus service from City Hall/Public Works to the Shell Express Mart at 4804 South Highway 61 twice daily from August through May. Call 563-263-8152 at least one day in advance to schedule your ride.
Schedule:
Monday- Tipton and mealsite
Tuesday- Iowa City
Wednesday- Tipton and mealsite
1st Thursday- Cedar Rapids
2nd Thursday- Davenport
3rd Thursday- Cedar Rapids
4th Thursday- Davenport
5th Thursday- Special trip service
Every Thursday- Tipton mealsite
Friday- Iowa City
Fares (Round-Trip) for Individuals 60+ Years or Disabled:
Out of County $6.50
In-Town Service $1.50
County Service $3.00
Royal Taxi Cab Service serves the Muscatine area with availability 24/7. Fee to ride is $3.50 for pick-up/1st mile and $0.35 per 1/8 mile after that. Senior discounts and flat rates to casinos, airports, and hospitals may be available. Call 563-262-8294 for more information.
Muscatine County Community Services approves disbursements for household items, rental/utility deposit assistance and transportation for medical needs. United Way of Muscatine is the Administrator and Fiscal agent for the Almoner Fund.
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