Abuse & Prevention

Children and Families of Iowa

CFI provides services such as: domestic violence prevention and intervention, teen programs, family support, early childhood development, mental health and substance abuse.

1111 University Ave.
Des Moines, IA 50314

Phone: 515-288-1981

Website: https://cfiowa.org

Fax: 515-288-9109


Crisis Intervention Services

Provide comprehensive sexual assault services, prevention programming and emergency housing for victims of domestic abuse, sexual violence, and violent crime for the counties of Appanoose, Davis, Jasper, Jefferson, Keokuk, Lucas, Mahaska, Marion, Monroe, Poweshiek, Wapello and Wayne. Also offer health and evidence based sexual abuse prevention education and support for children and adults. Children’s programs are taught in group settings in daycares, preschools, schools and other children’s groups. Adult programs are also taught in group settings. Contact them to schedule classes or for more information.

PO Box 6
Oskaloosa, IA 52577

Website: https://www.stopdvsa.org
Email: help@stopdvsa.org

Phone: 641-673-0336 (Office)
Emergency Housing: 844-673-5499
Sexual Assault: 800-270-1620
Domestic Violence Crisis line: 1-800-464-8340


Prevent Child Abuse Iowa

Funds educational programs and advocacy to prevent child abuse. For child abuse prevention programs in Monroe County, contact Monroe County CPPC / Prevent Child Abuse Council on Facebook.

501 SW 7th Street, Suite G1
Des Moines, IA 50309

Phone: 515-244-2200
Toll Free: 800-237-1815
Monroe County Prevent Child Abuse Council: 641-932-5612

Website: https://pcaiowa.org/
Email: pcaia@pcaiowa.org

Fax: 515-280-7835


Family Crisis Center

Provides a 24-hour crisis line, one-on-one counseling, general support services, court advocacy, medical advocacy, housing advocacy.

1014 N Elm St.
PO Box 446
Ottumwa, IA 52501

Phone: 641-683-1750 or 800-464-8340
24-hour Crisis Line: 800-464-8340

Website: http://ottumwacrisiscenter.bympa.com


Iowa ARCh (Iowa Affirmation & Resources Chat)

Chatroom for survivors of sexual violence and their loved ones—open 9:00am–9:00pm CST.

4952 Franklin Ave.
Des Moines, IA 50310

Phone: 515-288-0881 ext. 211


Iowa Coalition Against Sexual Assault (CASA)

Provides support, referral and resources to sexual assault survivors. Also offers training and education programs for crisis centers.

3030 Merle Hay Rd.
Des Moines, IA 50310

Phone: 515-244-7424

Website: https://www.iowacasa.org

Fax: 515-244-7417


Polk County Crisis and Advocacy Services

Assistance for victims of sexual assault and other violent crimes.

2309 Euclid Ave.
Des Moines, IA 50310

Phone: 515-286-3600

Website: https://www.polkcountyiowa.gov

Fax: 515-286-2032


Sex Abuse Prevention Education Program

Sex abuse support and education via school/group presentations.

712 Union St., Suite 301
Pella, IA 50219

Phone: 641-628-1212

Website: https://www.crossroadspella.org
Email: crossroadspella@windstream.net

Fax: 641-628-3181

Contact us

Call Us

(641) 828-2238

Our Location

2003 N Lincoln St
PO Box 152
Knoxville, IA 50138

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