NAMI Central Iowa

11/03/2025

Change is inevitable and can be scary but exciting, too! Many things are changing here at NAMI Central Iowa and we are looking at all the positive to come from these changes.
📣We will be creating a page specifically for our wellness and recovery center, so keep and eye out for that! 📣

‼️📣Starting November 1st, all our Administrative Staff will be working remotely. Our Administrative staff play a vital role in our day to day operations as well as ensuring we have a sustainable budget in the future. They also wear multiple hats. One, is connecting and serving the communities we serve currently. ‼️📣
Although things are changing, they are exciting and positive changes.
📢📢Our office hours are M-F 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Hours may vary due to holidays. 📢📢

11/03/2025

We are excited to share this opportunity in partnership with ECC in Iowafalls. We understand the waiting lists can be long and some may not have insurance coverage for an assessment. We are here to give back to our communities we serve.

Have you been unable to get in for a mental health evaluation?
We are proud to present an opportunity for a FREE mental health screening in partnership with Ellsworth Community College that is open to the college students attending ECC and all community members. If you would like to schedule an appointment between 12-3 PM call 515-292-9400 or
walk ins are welcomed.

10/31/2025

Our groups and activities calendar 🗓️
Starting November, 1st if you are needing one on one peer support, we are still taking walk in’s at the Wellness and Recovery Center. If you live outside of Story County please schedule an appointment by calling 515-292-9400.

10/31/2025

We have made changes to the Wellness Center Hours of operation that are temporary.
Starting November, 1st- December, 31st We will be open Monday’s and Tuesdays 10-4:00 PM.
Wednesday 10-2PM
And closed Thursdays & Fridays.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

10/27/2025

Have you been unable to get in for a mental health evaluation?
We are proud to present an opportunity for a FREE mental health screening in partnership with Ellsworth Community College that is open to the college students attending ECC and all community members. If you would like to schedule an appointment between 12-3 PM call 515-292-9400 or
walk ins are welcomed.

10/27/2025

Join us on Thursday October 30th from 12-4PM for movies, games and chili lunch!

10/25/2025

Our staff had a wonderful time handing out items at the trunk or treat in partnership with Hardin County Child Abuse Prevention Coalition & CPPC.
So many fun constumes, conversations and connecting with families.

10/20/2025

We will continue to follow this very closely as we know this effects thousands across Iowa. We are aware the negative impact this will have on many.

Iowa HHS is alerting Iowans who use SNAP that due to the federal shutdown continuing, there is a possibility that November benefits will not be issued onto cards. Iowa received notification from the Food and Nutrition Service late last week directing the state, and all states nationwide, not to issue November benefits.

Iowa HHS continues to monitor the situation very closely and will provide updates.

See press release here: https://hhs.iowa.gov/news-release/2025-10-17/iowa-hhs-alerting-snap-recipients-potential-federal-shutdown-impacts

10/17/2025

Two of our dedicated board members, Jeff & Nick joined the Story County Mental Health Expo last night sharing their stories and our programing with our community. Looks like they had a great time doing it too! 🤗

10/17/2025

‼️NOTICE‼️

Iowa HHS is alerting Iowans who use SNAP that due to the federal shutdown continuing, there is a possibility that November benefits will not be issued onto cards. Iowa received notification from the Food and Nutrition Service late last week directing the state, and all states nationwide, not to issue November benefits.

Iowa HHS continues to monitor the situation very closely and will provide updates.

See press release here: https://hhs.iowa.gov/news-release/2025-10-17/iowa-hhs-alerting-snap-recipients-potential-federal-shutdown-impacts

10/15/2025

"When our peer support specialists work with you, they don't just hand you a list of numbers and lead you out the door. They will actually make the calls for you, they will support you with no expiration date. They will walk along side of you until you are ready to minimize the supports needed. They can arrange for your transportation if you are a medicaid participant. They will help you overcome whatever those barriers might be, because they want you to access the services and supports needed to thrive.
Most importantly they listen with empathy. They act with compassion.

Our team takes pride in our relational approach and will continue to work hard to ensure that our Iowans are supported successfully.

Roxanne Petersen , NAMI Central Iowa President & CEO

10/15/2025

Our CEO had the opportunity to be apart of this panel & share NAMI’s mission, services provided and answer questions community members had surrounding mental health in Iowa.

Recently, two of our team members participated in the Peace Over Poison event hosted by Life Connections Peer Recovery Services in DeWitt, Iowa. The day featured a panel discussion, Q&A, provider resource tables, and even face painting fun!

We’re grateful for the opportunity to be part of this event and share more about the work we’re doing. Thank you for having us!