Community Resources

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Sagent Behavioral Health

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Address:

600 42nd Street
Des Moines, IA 50313
United States

Phone:
866.671.1115

Provides therapy and other counseling services to clients in Des Moines and surrounding communities.

Hours: Des Moines Office: Monday-Thursday 8 AM-6 PM, Friday 8 AM-5:30 PM

Ankeny Office located at 1105 N Ankeny Blvd, Suite 100

 

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Salvation Army

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Address:

1326 6th Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50314
United States

Phone:
515.282.3227, 515.282.3599 (mobile breakfast)

Meals: Mobile breakfast service travels to five locations around central Des Moines on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday mornings year-round to serve homeless and near-homeless people. Call for route information

Food Pantry: Monday-Friday 9 AM-12 PM, 1 PM-4 PM

General Assistance: Provides temporary financial assistance with rent and utility bills by appointment only.

 

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Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center - E 25th

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Address:

1216 E 25th Court
Des Moines, IA 50317
United States

Phone:
515.266.3156

Our free programs provide housing, food, counseling, community, and employment as we work to treat the symptoms, and ultimately the root causes, of prolonged alcohol and drug dependence.

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 AM-4:30 PM

 

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Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center - E 2nd

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Address:

133 E 2nd Street
Des Moines, IA 50309
United States

Phone:
515.243.4277

Our free programs provide housing, food, counseling, community, and employment as we work to treat the symptoms, and ultimately the root causes, of prolonged alcohol and drug dependence.

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Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program

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Address:

1200 Locust St.
Des Moines, IA 50309
United States

Phone:
515.323.8950

Provides rental assistance to low-income families and elderly or disabled individuals who rent from a private landlord. Part of Des Moines Municipal Housing Agency.

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Sleepopolis: The 88 Constellations and their Brightest Stars

Sleepopolis

An infographic that makes teaching and explaining the constellations accessible for students of any age. 

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South Senior Center

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Address:

100 Payton Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50315
United States

Phone:
515.287.0092

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

Meals Served: 11 AM-12:30 PM

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South Side Library

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Address:

1111 Porter Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50315
United States

Phone:
(515) 283-4152
In-Person Services
  • 10:00 AM-8:00 PM Monday-Thursday
  • 10:00 AM-6:00 PM Friday
  • 10:00 AM-5:00 PM Saturday
  • Closed Sunday

Community Fridge accessible during library hours.

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St Vincent de Paul - 6th Avenue

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Address:

1426 6th Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50314
United States

Phone:
515-282-8327

Clothes Closet Hours: Monday-Friday 9 AM-5 PM 

Food Pantry Hours: Monday 11 AM-6 PM, Tuesday 9 AM-1 PM, Wednesday 11 AM-6 PM, Thursday 9 AM-1 PM, Friday 11 AM-6 PM

General Assistance: Assistance may be available for those needing utility or rent assistance under $700. Assistance is based on interview by mission services staff, need, and availability of funding. Call to inquire.

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St Vincent de Paul - Army Post Road

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Address:

500 Army Post Road
Des Moines, IA 50315
United States

Phone:
515.282.8328

Clothes Closet Hours: Monday-Friday 9 AM-5 PM

Food Pantry Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 11 AM-6 PM, Tuesday, Saturday 9 AM-1 PM

Provides wrap around services to those returning to society and their families so they may regain employment, additional education, and provide food to their family all while learning to navigate through the barriers they may face.

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St. Joseph Emergency Family Center

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Phone:
515.282.1235

Provides emergency shelter care to homeless families for up to 30 days. All meals provided and laundry provided.

To receive services, contact Primary Healthcare Outreach at 515.248.1850, 1200 University Ave #120, Des Moines, IA 50314

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St. Luke's Free Clinic

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Address:

1421 West Broadway
Polk City, IA 50226
United States

Phone:
515.984.6274

Hours: First and third Wednesday of each month from 6 PM- 8 PM

No appointments necessary. Call during clinic hours for more information on services.

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