(24 hour): 515-282-5752 Their crisis teams provides comprehensive emergency mental health services including: assessment, triage, crisis intervention, and discharge planning. Services are available by phone or in person through the Emergency Department. Mobile crisis is also available.
- 24/7: 515-282-5742Located at Broadlawns Hospital (1801 Hickman Road, Des Moines, Iowa - use the West Entrance) This is intended to meet the needs of individuals who are experiencing an acute behavioral health stressor that impairs the individual's capacity to cope with his/her normal activities of daily living. The goal of the Crisis Observation Center is to offer a place for individuals to seek intervention services and stabilize them quickly so they can return to the community. The length of stay is up to 23 hours. Services offered include a nursing assessment, care/service coordination, crisis intervention therapy, and access to a psychiatric prescriber if needed. Staff include registered nurses, Master's level psychotherapists, psychiatric technicians, and care/service. These services are offered in a safe and supportive environment.
515-288-0818 Community services, including visiting child and family at home or school and visits daily for up to five days or residential services available as well. This resource may be helpful for those feeling overwhelmed and needing additional support less intense than a hospital.