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Broadlawns Medical Center

Broadlawns Medical Center

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Crisis Observation Center at the Polk County Life Services Center
1914 Carpenter Ave
Des Moines, IA 50314
United States

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Crisis Observation Center at the Polk County Life Services Center
1914 Carpenter Ave
Des Moines, IA 50314
United States

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Overview

Welcome to the Crisis Observation Center (COC)!  We provide a safe and calm environment for those 18 years or older. The COC welcomes those experiencing psychological stress not requiring hospitalization.

COC staff consists of nurses, care coordinators and psychiatric technicians. Staff help to link individuals to medication management and/or therapy.

COC staff educate and link individuals to Polk County resources and programs. This includes but not limited to:

  • Case management
  • Clothing
  • Daycare programs
  • Dental care
  • Emergency shelters
  • Employment
  • Education programs
  • Food and nutrition help
  • Housing
  • Insurance programs
  • Respite and day hab.
  • Substance use disorder counseling
  • Stabilization centers
  • Transportation
  • Waiver services
  • WIC, and FIP
  • and, more!

Type of Care
Mental Health
Services Offered
23-Hour Observation Services
Counselor/Therapist
Psychiatry
Age Group
Young Adult (age 18-25)
Adult (age 26-64)
Older Adults (age 65+)
Gender Specific Care
Male
Female
LGBTQ+
Insurance Accepted
Cash/Self Payment
Medicaid
Medicare
Private Insurance
TriCare
Financial Assistance
No

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