Resources & Support
Empowering you with the knowledge and tools for a healthier mind
National Resources
Lifeline (National Suicide Prevention Lifeline)
Phone: Dial 9-8-8
Website: https://988lifeline.org/
Iowa 211
Phone: Dial 2-1-1 or (800) 244-7431
Website: www.211iowa.org
Iowa Crisis Hotline
Phone: 1-855-800-1239
Provides 24/7 crisis intervention, emotional support, and resource referrals for individuals experiencing mental health crises.
Crisis Intervention Services (CIS)
Website: www.crisiscenter.com
Phone: (319) 351-0140
Offers free and confidential services for those in emotional distress, including a 24/7 helpline and mental health counseling.
Poison Control
Phone: 1-800-222-1222
Iowa Resources
NAMI Iowa (National Alliance on Mental Illness)
Website: www.nami.org
Phone: (515) 254-0417
Provides support, education, and advocacy for individuals living with mental illness and their families
Iowa Behavioral Health Association
Website: www.ibha.org
A coalition of behavioral health providers in Iowa, offering a directory of licensed providers and resources for mental health care.
The University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics - Behavioral Health
Website: www.uihealthcare.org
Phone: (319) 356-2700
Offers a range of mental health services, including inpatient, outpatient, and emergency care.
The Homeless Outreach Program
Website: www.impactiowa.org
Phone: (515) 282-5742
Offers mental health resources for individuals experiencing homelessness, focusing on outreach, shelter, and case management.
Mental Health Treatment Services - Access Centers
Website: www.dhs.iowa.gov
Phone: Check local service centers through the Iowa Department of Human Services (DHS).
Provides community-based mental health services and support for individuals needing treatment.
Empowerment Services (Iowa Department of Human Services)
Website: www.dhs.iowa.gov
Provides a list of local providers for individuals needing mental health services, including those on Medicaid or other state assistance.
