Community Resources

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National Elder Fraud Hotline

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Phone:
833.372.8311

The hotline is staffed by caring professionals who will treat you with dignity and respect. Callers will be assigned a case manager, who will remain their point of contact. A case manager will assist you with reporting the crime and connect you with other resources as needed. It is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. central time. Services are available for speakers of English, Spanish, and other languages.

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National Human Trafficking Hotline

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Phone:
1.888.373.7888

Victims or survivors and anyone seeking information or assistance related to the issue of human trafficking.

Hours: 24/7

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National Runaway Safeline

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Phone:
1.800.786.2929

NRS serves as the national communication system for runaway and homeless youth.

Hours: 24/7

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New Beginnings Community Food Closet

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Address:

8631 Hickman Road
Urbandale, IA 50322
United States

Phone:
515.255.2181

The Community Food Closet is open 24/7 and can be accessed off Patricia Drive.  No forms to fill out.  No questions asked.

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North Des Moines Community Fridge

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Address:

5720 Urbandale Ave.
Des Moines, IA 50310
United States

Phone:
515.255.2101

Community fridge open 24/7 in the shed next to the church

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Northside Community Center

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Address:

3010 6th Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50313
United States

Phone:
515.288.1524

Crafts, games, exercise, health clinics and other activities for seniors and other adults. Meals served on selected days. Check calendar for details.

Hours: Monday-Friday 8 AM-4:30 PM

Meal Times: 11 AM-12:30 PM

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Northwest Community Center

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Address:

5110 Franklin Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50310
United States

Phone:
515.279.2767

Crafts, games, exercise, health clinics and other activities for seniors and other adults. Meals served on selected days. Check calendar for details.

Hours: Monday-Friday 8 AM-4:30 PM

Meal Times: 11 AM-12:30 PM

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Norwoodville Community Center

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Address:

3077 N.E. 46th Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50317
United States

Phone:
515.266.5794

Crafts, games, exercise, health clinics and other activities for seniors and other adults. Meals served on selected days. Check calendar for details.

Hours: Monday-Friday 8 AM-4:30 PM

Meal Time: 11 AM-12:30 PM

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Oakridge Neighborhood Inc.

Oakridge
Address:

1401 Center St.
Des Moines, IA 50314
United States

Phone:
515.244.7702

Youth Programs: help young children with early learning skills, school age children succeed in the public school system, and young adults prepare for the world of work.

Family and Workforce Programs: Provides opportunities for economic success. Programs include job readiness, job placement, ELL, citizenship, computer skills training, cultural transition support groups, and parenting education. Available to low-income and refugee families.

 

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Optimae Behavioral Health Services

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Address:

600 East Court Avenue, Suite 200
Des Moines, IA 50309
United States

Phone:
515.243.3525

Provides therapy, psychiatric medication evaluation and management, and skill-building supports in-person and via telehealth. Therapists and psychiatric prescribers, help children, adolescents, adults, couples and families improve their mental health and create happier and healthier lives. Discounts for essential services are offered based on family size and income.

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Orchard Place/PACE Center

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Address:

620 8th St.
Des Moines, IA 50309
United States

Phone:
515.697.5700 (substance abuse programs), 515.285.6781 (mental health programs)

Provides services for children 18 and under struggling with mental health and/or substance abuse issues. Also helps with childcare resources and referrals.

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PEER Advocate Program

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Phone:
515.286.2112

A PEER Advocate can help find options and access to housing, health care and insurance, nutrition, house cleaning, yard work, transportation, opportunities for socializing and recreation, financial assistance, and legal issues. For 60+ Polk County residents.

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