Children & Families of Iowa provides help to people affected by domestic violence. Services include: a 24-hour hotline, shelter, counseling, support groups, medical and court advocacy, community education, and more. Serving Polk and Warren counties.
Local Programs
This page has contact information for programs that offer help/referrals to victims of abuse throughout the state. If you plan to contact a program via email, please review our Safety when using email page first.
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Polk
Children & Families of Iowa’s Domestic Violence Services Program
Polk County Crisis & Advocacy Services
Polk County Crisis & Advocacy Services provides free and confidential services to victims of sexual assault. Services include: crisis intervention, advocacy with law enforcement agencies, court advocacy, support groups, referrals to community services, and more. Serving Polk County.
Pottawattamie
Catholic Charities Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Program
Catholic Charities Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Program, formerly known as Phoenix House, offers services and support to anyone affected by domestic violence or sexual assault. They offer the following services: a 24-hour crisis line, emergency shelter, court advocacy, empowerment education, support groups, and outreach. The shelter provide safe, confidential living for up to eight families at a time. Serving Audubon, Cass, Fremont, Harrison, Mills, Montgomery, Page, Pottawattamie, and Shelby counties.