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In cases of immediate danger, call 911.
Be sure to inform the operator that it is a “mental health emergency” and request responders trained in Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) techniques. Knowing how to handle the situation in advance can help first responders approach it appropriately.
For suicide or mental health crisis support, or if you’re concerned about someone else, please call or text 988.
GET HELP NOW FROM 988 SUICIDE & CRISIS LIFELINE
Other Resources:
Eyerly Ball Behavioral Health Access Center
1319 Pennsylvania Ave, Des Moines, Iowa.
To inquire about the service, please call 515-241-0982
The Access Center serves as a centralized entry point for individuals at any stage of their mental health journey—whether in crisis, seeking an urgent or timely appointment or needing support in connecting to community resources. The Access Center builds on the Urgent Care’s commitment to same-day access while improving coordination of services across UnityPoint Health – Des Moines.
Your Life Iowa
- When you don’t know who to turn to about a problem with alcohol, drugs, gambling, suicidal thoughts, or mental health, Your Life Iowa is here for you 24/7. They provide free, confidential support and connect you to resources meant to help you get your life back on track.
Iowa Crisis Chat
- Iowa Crisis Chat is a volunteer-driven organization that provides non-judgmental support for individuals facing emotional crisis. Their highly trained volunteers and staff are available from 9:00am to 2:00am central time, seven days a week. If it is outside of the hours of operation, the link above will connect you to Your Life Iowa‘s 24/7 chat.
LGBT National Hotline
- Mon – Fri 2pm – 11pm, CT
- Sat 10am – 3pm, CT
Trans Lifeline
- 4pm – 12am, CT
- All week