Alcohol and Drug Dependency Services of Southeast Iowa

03/05/2026

03/04/2026

NTCC is offering items to prepare Easter dinner. Local families can call 319-524-8727 between 9am and 3:30pm to reserve an Easter meal cook-at-home kit. Pick up will be Saturday, March 28, from 10am-noon.

Each family will receive a ham, instant mashed potatoes, eggs, rolls, butter, canned vegetables, canned pineapple and a pie.

One per family. Identification is required, and supplies are limited.

Our regular Mobile Food Pantry will still be available on Tues., March 24, at 4pm. Happy Easter!

03/04/2026

Screens, stress, and new pressures are everywhere right now. Our upcoming webinars give you the tools to help your family navigate it all with confidence. Hear from experts on AI, mental health, gambling, and preventing first-time substance use, plus get tips that actually work at home. Ask questions, get real advice, and leave ready for the tough conversations. Register now: https://loom.ly/lvBuVdM

03/04/2026

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03/04/2026

💥 MONDAY NIGHTS: UPGRADED. WELCOME TO THE HUB! 💥
Middle schoolers—the new spot in Burlington is officially here. Forget the boring routine; City Hope is launching THE HUB, a place built specifically for 6th, 7th, and 8th graders to hang out, get real, and level up.

No cap—this is the place to be if you’re looking for a solid vibe, real talk, and a crew that has your back. 🤝⚡️

🍕 THE MISSION LOG:
Every Monday, we’re dropping a night of action you won't want to miss:

REFUEL: Kick things off with a solid meal. 🍕🥤

THE INTEL: A powerful faith-based lesson to help you navigate the chaos. 📖🔥

SQUAD UP: Break into small groups to talk real life. 🗣️🤝

THE ARENA: Epic games that’ll test your skills. 🏆🕹️

OPEN WORLD: Free time to hang, chill, and just be you. ✌️

📍 THE DEETS:
WHEN: Monday Nights (Starting March 23rd)
TIME: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
WHERE: Grimes Elementary School (800 South St, Burlington, IA)
COST: FREE. ($0.00 to get in. Ever.) 💸

⚡️ BRING THE SQUAD
Don't show up alone—grab your friends and get to Grimes on the 23rd. Whether you're there for the games, the food, or just to escape the house, The Hub is your new Monday night headquarters.

No sign-ups needed. Just show up and own the night. 🤘

03/04/2026

Gambling addiction isn't about willpower, it's about brain chemistry. The same
dopamine response tied to substance use disorders is activated here—making it
harder to stop, even when the consequences are clear. Awareness changes how
we respond. Communities change outcomes. Caring Communities, Stronger
Futures

03/04/2026

Parents, educators, coaches, and caregivers can all play a role in preventing
youth gambling. Awareness opens the door to honest conversations that can
make a lasting difference.

03/03/2026

Substance use prevention works by strengthening protective factors, including:

Strong family bonds

Clear expectations and boundaries

School and community connectedness

Access to supportive adults

Healthy coping skills

Prevention is most effective when communities work together.

Send a message to learn more

03/03/2026

Your vehicle could have a safety recall! Check now at NHTSA.gov/Recalls or download the SaferCar app. Repairs are FREE. ✅

03/03/2026

Problem gambling doesn’t exist in isolation. It affects our families, friends,
workplaces, and entire communities. Awareness helps us replace
misunderstanding with empathy and reminds people they don’t have to struggle
alone.

03/03/2026

Problem gambling isn’t always visible. Many people struggle in silence—while the
impacts ripple through families, relationships, and communities. This month,
we’re raising awareness of a hidden and often misunderstood public health
issue.