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We walk beside you so you’re never alone.

When you don’t know who to turn to, Your Life Iowa is here for you. Whether its alcohol, drugs, gambling, suicidal thoughts, mental health, or something else. No judgment. Just 24/7 help and support.

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Call (855) 581-8111

Our compassionate counselors help you feel understood.

Text (855) 895-8398

Confidential, judgment-free support any time of day or night.

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Understand warning signs to look out for, effects on health and wellness, and how to find support and get treatment.

Learn more about addiction and mental health

  • Alcohol

    If your use of alcohol is causing problems for you or your loved ones, know that you can turn to us for help.

  • Drugs

    No one wants drug use to control their life. We connect people struggling to experts in recovery trained to help people get their lives back.

  • Gambling

    If gambling is taking over your life or the life of someone you love, you can always turn to us.

  • Suicide

    Suicidal thoughts can be scary, but they can also be treated. Our caring professionals are here to text, talk, or chat online when you need it most.

  • Mental health

    You know it’s important to take care of your physical health, but what about your mental health? Get mental health support for adults, children, and new moms.

  • Vaping

    Vaping isn’t innocent. It’s addictive. And it’s just as dangerous as cigarette smoking.

Screenings

Your answers are confidential.

  • Alcohol

    When does drinking become too much? 

    Alcohol use can affect a person’s health and relationships.  You can use this tool to review your drinking.  

  • Drugs

    When does drug use go too far? 

    Using drugs can affect a person’s health and relationships. You can use this tool to check your drug use.

  • Gambling

    Is gambling interfering with your life? 

    Constantly thinking about gambling is a warning sign.  You can use this tool to check your gambling.

  • Mental Health

    Are you feeling down?

    Depression is common and can interfere with a person’s health and relationships.  You can use this tool to check out your symptoms.

  • Youth Mental Health

    Feeling up and down a lot? 

    Depression is common and can interfere with a teen’s health and relationships. You can use this tool to check out your symptoms.

  • Maternal Health

    Feeling down? 

    Depression is common for new moms and can interfere with health and relationships. You can use this tool to check out your symptoms.
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Support for family and friends

Whether you want more information about how to help someone, would like to connect to a treatment professional, or just want to talk to someone who cares, Your Life Iowa is here for you.

Learn how to support a loved one
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    Crisis services

    Iowa has crisis services to meet you where you are, no matter the nature of the crisis.

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    Getting and paying for treatment

    Every day, individuals learn to take back their lives from addiction. Don't let money stop you from getting treatment.

  • System navigator assisting someone in need over the phone
    System navigation

    Our systems navigators identify your needs and strengths and help you address barriers to accessing resources and services.

When you contact Your Life Iowa, we won’t judge what you’ve been through. We’ll do everything we can to help you through some of life’s most difficult challenges.

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Your Life Iowa Resource Center

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