First Stop After Prison Re-entry Support Resources (Iowa)

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First Stop after Prison :Re-entry SupportResources (Iowa)Compiled by LivingBeyond the Barswith assistance from Inside Out Reentry CommunityUpdated: October 16, 2019CONTACT : 319-321-3048 or mike.livingbeyondthebars@gmail.com

1Introduction :This guide was created for those leaving incarceration in Iowa. There are manychallenges upon leaving prison. Finding support and community resources is vital.Whether it is finding work, a place to live, a mentor, health care, or an encouragingenvironment - we hope this guide is helpful.When possible, “RECOMMENDED PLACE’S TO START” are noted. They area great place to get started and you can contact most of them before leaving prison.Many thanks to the Iowa Department of Corrections and parole staff for theirassistance. Thanks also to the organizations who do so much to help Iowans as theyreturn to their community after prison. We welcome any additions and/or clarifications.Contact information: mike.livingbeyondthebars@gmail.com or 319-321-3048Table of Contents1st JUDICIAL DISTRICT (Dubuque/Waterloo area)Pages 2 - 52nd JUDICIAL DISTRICT (Ft.Dodge/Mason City/Ames area)Pages 6 - 93rd JUDICIAL DISTRICT (Sioux City area)Pages 10 - 124th JUDICIAL DISTRICT (Council Bluffs area)Pages 13 - 155th JUDICIAL DISTRICT (Des Moines/Newton area)Pages 16 - 216th JUDICIAL DISTRICT (Cedar Rapids/Iowa City area)Pages 22 - 237th JUDICIAL DISTRICT (Quad Cities and Clinton area)Pages 24 - 268th JUDICIAL DISTRICT (Burlington, Ottumwa, Keokuk area) Pages 27 - 30Reentry Tip Sheet and Letter Writing formatPages 31 - 321

21st JUDICIAL DISTRICT (Dubuque and Waterloo area)MENTORING AND OTHER RESOURCESNAMECONTACT INFOSTATEWIDEHope4Healing*RECOMMENDEDPLACE TO STARTDUBUQUE and AREAJail & Prison Ministry(Catholic Charities of theArchdiocese of Dubuque)*RECOMMENDEDPLACE TO STARTDUBUQUEFountain of YouthProgram(United Way of DubuqueArea Tri-States)WATERLOO and AREAJail & Prison Ministry(Catholic Charities)*RECOMMENDEDPLACE TO STARTWATERLOOHospitality HouseP.O. Box 48,Gladbrook, IA50635Info@hope4healingquakerdale.net855-584-HOPE (4673)Mon-Friday 8-51229 Mount Loretta Ave.Dubuque, IA 52003(563) 588-0558(800) 772-2758Deacon Bill Hickson(563) 495-5947DBQCCCJPM@dbqarch.org1497 Central Ave.Dubuque, IA 52001Main: (563) 650-8949Contact: Caprice Jonescapricejones14@gmail.com(773) 440-22282101 Kimball Ave. # 138Waterloo, IA 50702Contact: Jacob Shepard800-772-2758 or319-272-2080Cell Phone: 319-431-1035Email:dbqcccjpm1@dbqarch.org1003 Mulberry St.Waterloo, IA 50704(319) 234-1311SERVICES- Assist with findingresources in yourcommunity- Connect with a church toprovide mentor and othersupport.Support and mentoring (inprison and after release)- Connecting withcommunity resources- Aid in finding work,housing, etc.- Circles of Support- Establishing positiverelationships- Healthy social activitiesNOTES- A Christian-basedorganization.- Will go the extra mileto help you find theresources you need.- Write to them andexplain yoursituation and needs.Catholic affiliation, but youdon’t have to be Catholicto work with them. Theyare great people.You can contact thembefore your release.They cover 30 counties inNE Iowa.- Aim to provide gainful andsustainable employment toyouth 16-24 in Dubuque- Curriculum called "RealTalk" aimed towardreducing the recidivism rateand also providing livingtools- Support and mentoring (inprison and after release)- Connect with communityresources- Find work and housing- Circles of Support- Establishing positiverelationships- Healthy social activities- On-site mental healthcounselor available- Catholic affiliation, butyou don’t have to beCatholic to work with them.- They are great people.- You can contact thembefore your release.- Mason City, Ames andMarshalltow n also.Offer a light breakfast,shower and laundry, freeclothing, backpacks, coldweather attire, sleepingbags, tents, blankets, foodsacks, an address for mail,telephone messaging, localbus tickets and connectwith area resources.- Located in a house.- Warm and welcomingpeople.2

3WATERLOOOne City907 Independence Ave.Waterloo, IA 50703(319) 334-0156onecityunited@gmail.com- Empowerment classes.- Mentors- Connecting to arearesources.- Meet with area employers.- Urban EmploymentInitiative for reentry- Faith-based.- You can contact themfrom prison.- Great group of people.app.onecitycv.orgHOUSINGNAMECONTACT INFODUBUQUEOperation Empower:Manasseh House andSalvia House*RECOMMENDEDPLACE TO STARTDUBUQUEDavis PlaceApartments2080 Elm St. #103Dubuque, IA 52001Main: (563) 557-4450Contact person: Kimberly(563) 564-0941521 GarfieldDubuque, IA 52001563-543-4277Mailing address:1909 Johnson StreetDubuque, IA 52001WATERLOOJunkman/KnobelSober-Living UnitWATERLOOSalvation Army*RECOMMENDEDPLACE TO STARTWATERLOOCatholic WorkerHouse1014 West 4th StreetWaterloo, IA 50702SERVICESEmergency and TransitionalHousing- employment help- education assistance- aid in setting goals forsuccess- Will help with substanceuse/recovery- Manassah House is formen.- Salvia House is forwomen.- Very positive andencouraging people.- Possible parole location .Housing for men:Contact Bill Hickson fromJail & Prison Ministry forassistance if you arecurrently incarcerated:- Own bedroom- Shared living space- Utilities included- 375/month- Not available for SO’sBy Mail: PO Box 867,Waterloo, IA 50704By Phone: 319-235-9358321 E 8th StWaterloo, IA 50703Phone: 319-232-2116563-495-5947- Possible parole location.- Transitional housing forthose dealing withaddiction issues.- For men only- Connected to PathwaysBehavioral Services.- Possible parole location.- Emergency assistanceincluding meals, medicalcare and housing.- Help connect withcommunity resources- Men’s Shelter- Women’s Shelter- Case management- Pastoral care and religiousservices.- They are committed tohelping you connect toarea resources.- Provide temporaryhousing (10 days)- You do not have to beCatholic to stay here.- Available for discharge,but not parole.Phone: 319-235-885589 Franklin StreetWaterloo, IA 50703NOTES- Welcoming and warm.- Available for discharge,but not parole.3

4EMPLOYMENTNAMECONTACT INFODECORAHIowaWORKSCenterAttn: Operation Manager312 WinnebagoDecorah, IA 52101(563)382-0457 or(866)520-8986SERVICESNOTESIWD (IowaWORKS)provides help withresumes, job applications,training/education andmore.- You can contact thembefore leaving prison.- Write about 60-90 daysbefore release/discharge.- Include your skills andsome work experience.IWD (IowaWORKS)provides help withresumes, job applications,training/education andmore.- You can contact thembefore leaving prison.- Write about 60-90 daysbefore release/discharge.- Include your skills andsome work waWORKSCenterAttn: Operation Manager680 Main St.Dubuque, IA 52001(563) 556-5800 or OGoodwill ofNortheast IowaWATERLOOIowaWORKSCenter2640 Falls AveWaterloo, IA 50701319-234-4626Attn: Operation Manager3420 University Ave.Waterloo, IA 50701319) 235-2123Email:Region7.Web@iwd.iowa.govReentry Program:Individual assessment,develops a care plan,arranges employment andmonitors progress.IWD (IowaWORKS)provides help withresumes, job applications,training/education andmore.- You can contact thembefore leaving prison.- Write about 60-90 daysbefore release/discharge.- Include your skills andsome work experience.4

5HEALTH CARENAMECONTACT INFOWATERLOOPeople’s Clinic905 Franklin St.Waterloo, IA 50703319-874-3000*RECOMMENDEDPLACE TO STARTWATERLOOPathways BehavioralServicesSERVICES- They have social workersto help connect withcommunity resourcesincluding housing.NOTES- Friendly and helpful staff.- Sliding-scale fee.- Provide a variety ofmedical services includinggetting a primary carephysician.W3362 University AvenueWaterloo, Iowa 50701Phone: 319-235-6571State-wide Resources:- Out-patient SubstanceAbuse Treatment- Out-patient Mental HealthTreatment- In-patient/residential alsoavailable.- Sliding scale fee at first.- Need insurance soon afterinitial assessment.AA: www.aa.iowa.org or 212-870-3400NA: 1 -800-897-6242 or www.iowa-na.orgwww.211.org - list of resources onlineGambling Anonymous: 1-800-BETS OFF5

62nd JUDICIAL DISTRICT (Fort Dodge, Mason City, Ames area)MENTORING AND OTHER RESOURCESNAMECONTACT INFOFT. DODGE andROCKWELL CITY239 North 11th St.Fort Dodge, IA 50501The Church of theDamascus RoadOffice: (515) 955-3579Cell: (515) 689-3100Fax: (515) 955-3583*RECOMMENDEDPLACE TO STARTSERVICESSupport:- Team of 3-7 commits to areturning citizen for up to ayear to assist with transitionContact: Paul StoneHope4Healing*RECOMMENDEDPLACE TO STARTHUMBOLDT COUNTYNorth CentralAfterCare*RECOMMENDEDPLACE TO STARTP.O. Box 48,Gladbrook, IA50635Info@hope4healingquakerdale.net855-584-HOPE (4673)Mon-Friday 8-52356 240th St.Humboldt, IA 50548515-890-1601Jim Sayers(515) 890-1601- Write or call them beforeyour release.- They prefer to start whileyou are incarcerated.- Great organization andpeople.Religious Affiliation:- Western Iowa synod ofthe Evangelical LutheranChurch in America.PaulEStone@aol.comSTATEWIDENOTES- Assist with findingresources in yourcommunity- Connect with a church toprovide mentor and othersupportSupport:- Housing/furnishings- Clothing/food- Transportation- Spiritual needs- Counseling- Social activities- Probation requirements- Drug/alcohol rehab- Financial/legal- Education/skill training- A Christian-basedorganization.- Will go the extra mileto help you find theresources you need.- Write to them andexplain yoursituation and needs.- Located north of Ft.Dodge.- It is better to connectbefore leaving prison.- Will help with integrationinto the community.- Great people.Religious Association:Humboldt CountyMinisterial AssociationHOUSINGNAMECONTACT INFOAMESMatthew 25 House330 S. Second St.Ames, IA 50010515-231-4385SERVICES- Christian-based reentryhousing- Year-long commitment- Connecting to arearesourcesNOTES- You can contact thembefore leaving prison- Caring, positive peoplewho understand thechallenges of leavingprison.- Possible parole location .6

7FT. DODGEBeacon of HopeShelterFT. DODGELotus CommunityProjectFT. DODGEGateway to Discovery1021 1st Ave. N.Fort Dodge, IA 50501Phone: 515-955-3366PO Box 1654Fort Dodge, IA 50501(515) 571-8802PO Box 432Fort Dodge, IA 50501(515) 302-8162https://hopesweethope.orgAngela Fisher:Angela@hopesweethope.orgMARSHALLTOWNNew BeginningsTransitional Living307 W Main Street Suite 5Marshalltown, Iowa 50158Contact: Jolene SagerProvides a safe and secureemergency shelter, clothingand food. Temporaryassistance to createopportunities andprograms in workingtowards self-sufficiency.- Christ-centeredfaith-based ministry.- Emergency shelter- Personal developmentand life coaching- Peer Support- For women only.(Children also)- Possible parole location .Two-year residentialprogram for womenstruggling with addictionand trauma.- Housing, Therapy,Healthcare, Job training,Opportunities for education- Faith-based.- Possible parole location .- Women only.- Sober living housing.- Minimum 3 month stay- Men only- Possible parole location .- Transitional housing formen.- Safe and sober living.- Support groups available.- Will work with you on yourfirst month.- Faith-based.- Welcoming andsupportive.- Possible parole location- Not available for SO’s.- Can contact from prison.- Residential facility- Women only.- Connect with arearesources- Faith-based.- Men only.- Not a parole location,possible for discharge.Also at:1900 5th Ave. SouthFort Dodge, IA ASON CITYOn Common GroundMinistries/In Faith*RECOMMENDEDPLACE TO STARTContact:Ken QuintusPO Box 32Garner, IA 50438641-430-4536MASON CITYP.O. Box 393Mason City, IALiving Free641-423-679350402*RECOMMENDEDPLACE TO STARTMASON CITYNorthern LightsAlliance for theHomeless- Possible parole location.- Can contact from prison.202 1st Street NWMason City, IA 50401641-423-5920- Men’s and women’sshelter.- Children allowed atwomen’s shelter.- Will help you connect witharea resources.- Sober transitional housing- Can contact beforeleaving prison.- Not a parole location,possible for discharge.7

8EMPLOYMENTNAMECONTACT INFOAMESIowaWORKS CenterSERVICESAttn: Operation Manager903 Lincoln WayAmes,, IA 50010(515) 725-5495FT. DODGEIowaWORKS CenterAttn: Operation Manager3 Triton CircleFt. Dodge, IA 50501(515) 576-3131IWD (IowaWORKS)provides help withresumes, job applications,training/education andmore.- You can contact thembefore leaving prison.- Write about 60-90 daysbefore release/discharge.- Include your skills andsome work experience.IWD (IowaWORKS)provides help withresumes, job applications,training/education andmore.- You can contact thembefore leaving prison.- Write about 60-90 daysbefore release/discharge.- Include your skills andsome work experience.IWD (IowaWORKS)provides help withresumes, job applications,education/training andmore.- You can contact thembefore leaving prison.- Write about 60-90 daysbefore release/discharge.- Include your skills andsome work experience.IWD (IowaWORKS)provides help withresumes, job applications,training/education andmore.- You can contact thembefore leaving prison.- Write about 60-90 daysbefore release/discharge.- Include your skills andsome work OWNIowaWORKS CenterAttn: Operation Manager3405 S. CenterMarshalltown, IA 50158(641) 754-1400Email:Region6.Web@iwd.iowa.govMASON CITYIowaWORKS CenterAttn: Operation Manager600 S. Pierce AveMason City, IA 50401(641) 422-1524NOTESEmail:Region2.Web@iwd.iowa.govHEALTH CARENAMECONTACT INFOAMESPrimary Health Care*RECOMMENDEDPLACE TO START3510 Lincoln WayAmes, IA 50158515-232-0628SERVICES- Health care servicesincluding mental health andsubstance use.- Can help find a primarycare physicianNOTES- You can write to thembefore leaving prison.- Sliding scale fee.- Can help with housing,food, clothing and more.8

9CARROLLNew Opportunities23751 Hwy 30 E.PO Box 427Carroll, IA 51401- Counseling, assessmentand referrals for substanceuse.- Sliding scale fees.- Help with basic needs andconnecting to arearesources.They serve Audubon,Calhoun, Dallas, Greene,Guthrie and Sac counties.726 S. 17th St.Fort Dodge, IA 50501Counseling & TherapySubstance Use Treatment:- Inpatient- Outpatient- Transitional Housing- Possible parole location.126 N 10th StFort Dodge, IA 50501- Health care services:mental health, substanceuse, primary care physician,dental.- Will also help connectwith other resources.- You can contact themfrom prison.- Health care servicesincluding mental health andsubstance use.- You can write to thembefore leaving prison.712-792-9266*RECOMMENDEDPLACE TO STARTFT. DODGECommunity and Family515-576-7261ResourcesFORT DODGECommunity HealthCenterMARSHALLTOWNPrimary Health Care(515) 576-6500412 E. Church St.Marshaltown, IA 50158641-753-4021*RECOMMENDEDPLACE TO START- Can help find a primarycare physician- 30-day treatment.- Sliding scale fee.- Positive and supportive.- Sliding scale fee.- Can help with housing,food, clothing and more.MASON CITY, ALGONAFOREST CITY,, CHARLESCITY, HAMPTON320 N. Eisenhower Ave.P.O. Box 1338Mason City, IA 50402Prairie RidgeIntegrated BehavioralHealthcareToll free: 866-429-2391- Both residential andoutpatient services.www.prairieridge.net- Walk-in hours available.404 N Federal AveMason City, IA 50401- Health care services:mental health, substanceuse, primary care physician,dental.- Will also help connectwith other resources.MASON CITYCommunity HealthCenter(641) 450-0601State-wide Resources:Mental health andsubstance abuse treatment.- Sliding scale fee or countysocial services can provideassistance.- You can contact themfrom prison.- Sliding scale fee.- Positive and supportive.AA: www.aa.iowa.org or 212-870-3400NA: 1 -800-897-6242 or www.iowa-na.orgwww.211.org - list of resources onlineGambling Anonymous: 1-800-BETS OFF9

103rd JUDICIAL DISTRICT (Sioux City area)MENTORING AND OTHER RESOURCESNAMECONTACT INFOSTATEWIDEHope4Healing*RECOMMENDEDPLACE TO STARTSIOUX CITYCommunity Action ofSiouxlandP.O. Box 48,Gladbrook, 584-HOPE (4673)Mon-Friday 8-5MAIN OFFICE:2700 Leech AveSioux City, IA 51106- Assist with findingresources in yourcommunity- Connect with a church toprovide mentor and othersupport- Food pantry712-274-1610/800-352-3725SLOAN OFFICE:2711 S. HelenSioux City, IA 51106- Will help connect witharea resourcesNOTES- A Christian-basedorganization.- Will go the extra mileto help you find theresources you need.- Write to them andexplain yoursituation and needs.- Will help with connectingto area resources- Welcome Home Programto help with findinghousing712-274-9940SPENCERAtlas of Spencer816 S. Grand #2Spencer, IA 51301- Mentoring- Resource guidance712-580-3277- Housing (will help youfind an apartment)*RECOMMENDEDPLACE TO START- They have prison reentryteams to help.- They are connected tomany churches.- Willing to go the extrastep.HOUSINGNAMECONTACT INFOSIOUX CITYHope Street ofSiouxland*RECOMMENDEDPLACE TO STARTSIOUX CITYOxford House406 12th StreetSioux City, IA 51105(712) 266-3644Or call TransitionalServices: (712) 255-02042931 Nebraska St.Sioux City, IA 51104SERVICESNOTES- Sober living home.- Positive environment.- Will help withemployment andconnecting with services- Send letter to address forapplication and to askabout openings.- Sober, cooperative,self-governing housingoption- Possible parole location.- They can help youconnect to area resources.- Possible parole location.10

11(Nebraska Street)SIOUX CITYOxford House(Douglas House)SIOUX CITYOxford House(16th Street)SIOUX CITYClare Guest House712-224-4546- This house is for womenonly.- A 12-step focusedcommunity.3217 Cheyenne Blvd.Sioux City, IA 51104- Sober, cooperative,self-governing housingoption.- This house is for men only.- Possible parole location.- They can help youconnect to area resources.- A 12-step focusedcommunity.- Sober, cooperative,self-governing housingoption- This house is for men only.- Possible parole location.- They can help youconnect to area resources.- A 12-step focusedcommunity.Services for returningwomen:- For women only.- Possible parole location.- 7 temporary housing beds- Support during transition- Mentoring- Assistance in findinghousing and employmentReligious Affiliation:- Sisters of St. FrancisMinistry- Shelter for men andwomen- Financial planning help- Employment assistance- Recovery support- Faith based.- Sober transitional house.- Food and clothingdistribution.- Mentors available- Free medical and dentalclinic.- This is a warm, welcomingplace that also has a coffeeshop and restaurant.- Possible parole location.- Can contact beforeleaving prison.- Will help connect witharea resources.Transitional housing (up to6 months) for:- Men and women whostruggle with substanceabuse- Christian affiliation.712-560-8351209 16th StreetSioux City, IA 51103712-560-41341918 Douglas StreetSioux City, IA 51104(712) 255-1916http://clareguesthouse.org/Sister Gwen Hennesseyglhennessey@hotmail.comSIOUX CITYGospel Mission500 Bluff St.Sioux City, RLife Changes SoberHouse*RECOMMENDEDPLACE TO STARTSPIRIT LAKEDiscovery House605 Grand AveSpencer, IA 51301info@GACoutreach.comCONTACT:Gary Wilson: 712-260-56871411 Hill Ave.P.O. Box 163Spirit Lake, IA 51360(712) 336-5340- Not available for SO’s.- Not a parole location,possible for discharge.- Possible parole location.11

12EMPLOYMENTNAMECONTACT INFOSIOUX CITYGoodwill of theGreat PlainsSERVICES3100 W. 4th St.Sioux City, IA 51103Programs support thoseNOTES- Entry-level jobsexiting the justice system.877-608-7775712-258-4511SIOUX CITYIowaWORKS CenterAttn: Operation Manager2508 4th St.Sioux City, IA 51101(712) WORKS CenterAttn: Operation Manager217 W Fifth St.Spencer, IA 51301(712) 262-1971Email:Region3and4.Web@iwd.iowa.govIWD (IowaWORKS)provides help withresumes, job applications,training/education andmore.- You can contact thembefore leaving prison.- Write about 60-90 daysbefore release/discharge.- Include your skills andsome work experience.IWD (IowaWORKS)provides help withresumes, job applications,training/education andmore.- You can contact thembefore leaving prison.- Write about 60-90 daysbefore release/discharge.- Include your skills andsome work experience.HEALTH CARENAMECONTACT INFOSIOUX CITY, CHEROKEE,DENISON, HARLAN, LEMARS, ONAWAJackson RecoveryCentersSIOUX CITY800 5th St.Sioux City, IA 51101(712) 234-2300https://www.jacksonrecovery.com1021 Nebraska St.Sioux City, IA 51105Siouxland Community712- 252-2477HealthState-wide Resources:SERVICESNOTESWalk-in appointments,assessments, consultation- Women's Center andSanctuary Apartments- Inpatient/outpatient- Substance abuse andmental health services- Sliding scale fees- Health care services:mental health, substanceuse, primary care physician,dental.- Will also help connectwith other resources.- You can contact themfrom prison- Accept Medicaid- Available for both menand women- Possible parole location- Sliding scale fee- Positive and supportiveAA: www.aa.iowa.org or 212-870-3400NA: 1 -800-897-6242 or www.iowa-na.orgwww.211.org - list of resources onlineGambling Anonymous: 1-800-BETS OFF12

134th JUDICIAL DISTRICT (Council Bluffs area)MENTORING AND OTHER RESOURCESNAMECONTACT INFOSTATEWIDEHope4Healing*RECOMMENDEDPLACE TO STARTCASS, CRAWFORD,FREMONT, MILLS,HARRISON, MONONA,MONTGOMERY, PAGE,SHELBY & POTTAWATTOMIE countiesP.O. Box 48,Gladbrook, IA50635Info@hope4healingquakerdale.net855-584-HOPE (4673)Mon-Friday 8-5PO Box 709Harlan, Iowa51537Call: (712) 755-5135Hope Net*RECOMMENDEDPLACE TO STARTCOUNCIL BLUFFSMicah House- Assist with findingresources in yourcommunity- Connect with a church toprovide mentor and othersupport- Food pantry- Assist with connecting toarea resources- Clothing and other needsWest CentralCommunity ActionCOUNCIL BLUFFSSERVICESNOTES- A Christian-basedorganization.- Will go the extra mileto help you find theresources you need.- Write to them andexplain yoursituation and needs.- They have offices in mostcounties in South/CentralWestern Iowa- Contact central office tofind location in your county- Employment possibilities.313 Story St.Council Bluffs, IA 51503- Reentry services- Women only- Bicycles available- Faith based- Will assist with locatinghousing- You can contact themfrom prisonjstephenshopeaftercare@gmail.com- Winners’ Circle is apeer-driven support groupof, and for, formerlyincarcerated women.- Very encouraging andsupportive1415 Avenue JCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501(712) 323-4416Emergency shelter forwomen and families.Also : credit issues,transitional housing,counseling, parenting skills,health services, computeraccess, financial classes,legal advice- If you meet with them,you can access services.402 - ahhouse.org/- Not an approved parolelocation.13

14HOUSINGNAMECOUNCIL BLUFFSRemnant Fellowship*RECOMMENDEDPLACE TO STARTCOUNCIL BLUFFSHeartland FamilyServices - BridgesProgramCONTACT INFO634 Willow Ave.Council Bluffs, IASERVICES- Sober and supportivehousing.- 2 houses for men; 1 housefor women. .- Cooperative living withon-site support.- Faith-based.- Possible parole location(not available for SO).- You can contact themfrom prison.- Very warm and welcomingenvironment.600 9th Ave.Council Bluffs, IA 51501- Short-term housingavailable.- You can contact themfrom prison.712-325-5653- Potential SO availability.Contact: Joe Bauer- Will help you connect witharea resources includinghealth care.- Trusting and welcomingenvironment.1722 Avenue CCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501- Long-term residentialsubstance abuse andmental health program.- Women and children only- Need to have ASAMsubstance abuseevaluation.- Only for thoseincarcerated less than oneyear.- Sober, cooperative,self-governing housingoption- This house is for women.- Possible parole location- Women only- They can help youconnect to area resources.- A 12-step focusedcommunity.- Sober, cooperative,self-governing housingoption-This house is for men.- Possible parole location.- Men only.- They can help youconnect to area resources.- A 12-step focusedcommunity.- Housing option forre-entry (men only).- 5 beds.- Will help withemployment and other arearesources.- Faith-based.- A hotel that is availablefor 1-2 months.- Rent must be paid inadvance. ( 378/week)- Possible parole location- Used to be Value Place.- Very expensive.51501(712) LACE TO STARTCOUNCIL BLUFFSHeartland FamilyWorksCOUNCIL BLUFFSOxford House:Loess HillsCOUNCIL BLUFFSOxford House:BluffsCOUNCIL BLUFFSChurch of Freedom712-435-5383200 S. 1st St.Council Bluffs, IA 51503(712) 355-3232725 5th AvenueCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501402-680-6067701 S. 4th St.Council Bluffs, IA51503402-714-3618Pastor BartCOUNCIL BLUFFSWoodspring SuitesNOTES3541 14th AveCouncil Bluffs, IA712-388-800051501- Possible parole location.- Possible parole location.- You can contact themfrom prison.14

15COUNCIL BLUFFSNew Visions (Timothy House, JoshuaHouse and David’s House)1435 N. 15th St.Council Bluffs, IA 51501(712) ’s shelter: 2-yeartransitional living program,long-term housing,support meetings,counseling staff- Help you connect witharea resources.- You can contact themfrom prison.- Very welcoming.- Joshua House is a wetshelter.- Won’t turn anyone away,but not an approved parolelocation.EMPLOYMENTNAMECOUNCIL BLUFFSIowaWORKS CenterCONTACT INFOSERVICESAttn: Operation Manager300 W BroadwayCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503(712) 352-3480IWD (IowaWORKS)provides help withresumes, job applications,training/education andmore.Email:Region13.Web@iwd.iowa.govNOTES- You can contact thembefore leaving prison.- Write about 60-90 daysbefore release/discharge.- Include your skills andsome work experience.HEALTH CARENAMECOUNCIL BLUFFSAll Care Health CenterCONTACT INFO902 S. 6th SteetCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501712-256-6582*RECOMMENDEDPLACE TO STARTState-wide Resources:SERVICESNOTES- Health care services:mental health, substanceuse, primary care physician,dental.- You can contact themfrom prison- Will also help connectwith other resources.- Positive and supportive- Sliding scale feeAA: www.aa.iowa.org or 212-870-3400NA: 1 -800-897-6242 or www.iowa-na.orgwww.211.org - list of resources onlineGambling Anonymous: 1-800-BETS OFF15

165th JUDICIAL DISTRICT (Des Moines, Ames, Newton area)MENTORING AND OTHER RESOURCESNAMECONTACT INFOSTATEWIDEHope4Healing*RECOMMENDEDPLACE TO STARTDES MOINESSociety of St. Vincentde PaulP.O. Box 48,Gladbrook, IA50635Info@hope4healingquakerdale.net855-584-HOPE (4673)Mon-Friday 8-5520 Army Post Rd.Des Moines, IA 50315(515) 282-8327http://svdpdsm.org*RECOMMENDEDPLACE TO STARTDES MOINESBeacon of LifeKeisha Meisser - DirectorDES MOINESUrban DreamsDES MOINESCreative Visions(Ex-Offender & FamilyReunification Program)1717 Woodland Ave.Des Moines, IA 50309(515) 244-4713Email:beaconsocialmedia@gmail .com601 Forest Ave.Des Moines, 50314515-288-47421343 13th StDes Moines, IA 50314(515) 244-4003SERVICES- Assist with findingresources in yourcommunity- Help you connect with achurch to providementoring and othersupport- Reentry resources- Food pantry, clothing,and furnitureNOTES- A Christian-basedorganization.- Will go the extra mileto help you find theresources you need.- Write to them andexplain yoursituation and needs.- They understand thechallenge of reentry.- Nobody turned away.- Will help connect witharea resourcesRandi Seib Radosevichresourcedirector@svdpdsm.org6-12 month program:- health & wellness- financial empowerment- employment- recovery- Women only.- Help connect with arearesources.- Employment preparation- Internet/phone available.- Substance use and mentalhealth support.- FAFSA prep/academiccounseling and registration.- Positive and encouragingpeople.- Can contact beforeleaving prison.- Provides employmentsupport for people whohave been to prison andothers.Also have food pantry,education programs andother assistance.- Supportive people- Weekly meetings thatprovides a healing, healthyenvironment for adultsaffected by hurts,hang-ups, and habits.- Christian-based recoveryprogram.- You can contact themfrom prison.- Positive and encouragingpeople.Ako Abdul-Samad - dir.DES MOINESCelebrate Recovery925 Jordan Creek Pkwy.West Des Moines, IA 50266515-222-152016

17DES MOINESDes Moines CatholicWorkerBishop Dingman House(Drop-In Center)1310 7th St.Des Moines, IA 50314(515) 214-1030DES MOINESEvelyn K. Davis Centerfor Working FamiliesMarvin DeJear - Dir.*RECOMMENDEDPLACE TO STARTOSKALOOSASIEDA CommunityAction801 University Avenue, Unit3Des Moines, IA 50314(515) 697-1476Email:mdejear@evelyndaviscenter.org114 N. Market St.Oskaloosa, IA 52577- Showers are available thefirst two hours the house isopen-Clothing, food, toiletries- A phone is available.- Can receive mail hereYou don’t have to beCatholic.- Education andEmployment servicesincluding job search,interview prep, certificatetraining, resume, jobplacement, Adult BasedEducation classes (referral),FASFA, credit repair, debtreduction plans and EITC.Offers fatherhood coursegeared (in part) towardformerly incarceratedfathers.- Food pantry- Will help with connectingto area resources.- Resource guide641-673-8758Email:dmcatholicworker@gmail.com- Housing assistanceincluding list of apartmentsHOUSINGNAMECONTACT INFOCOLFAXTeen ChallengeDES MOINESKingdom LivingFreedom HousesDES MOINESThe Benedict HomeNOTES900 N. League RoadColfax, IA 50054- Year-long faith-basedresidential program.- Open to both men andwomen. (over 18-yrs)(800) 718-8804www.tcmid.org- Includes mentoring andclasses.- Possible parole locationMailing address:763 S. 60th Ave ENewton, IA 50208- Safe, structured, peaceful,happy sober living- Faith-based.- Not available if on SOregistry.- 5 houses in Des Moines.- Possible parole location.- Excellent organization.www.kingdomlivingia.c

Mason City, IA 50402 641-423-6793 - Residential facility - Connect with area resources - Women only. - Faith-based. - Possible parole location. - Can contact from prison. MASON CITY Northern Lights Alliance for the Homeless 202 1st Street NW Mason City, IA 50401 641-423-5920 - Men's and women's shelter.