2-1-1 Resources and Referral Hotline
2-1-1 is an easy to remember three-digit phone number that provides information for basic health, human services, or community resources that is free, confidential and available 24/7. Simply dial 2-1-1 on your phone.
Phone: 2-1-1
Website: https://www.211iowa.org
AIDS Information Hotline
The AIDS hotline answers questions and provides information about resources related to HIV/AIDS treatment.
Phone: 800-448-0440
Website: https://www.hiv.gov
Al-Anon Hotline
Al-Anon helps families and friends of alcoholics cope with the effects of living with a problem drinker. Alateen is the recovery program for young people.
Phone: 1-888-4AL-ANON
Business Office: 757-563-1600
Website: https://al-anon.org
Fax: 757-563-1655
Americans with Disabilities (ADA) Hotline
ADA specialist provide information regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act, answer specific questions, offer free ADA materials and assist with filing complaints.
Phone: 800-514-0310
Website: https://www.ada.gov
Gay and Lesbian National Hotline
Offers confidential telephone and email peer-counseling to callers of all ages regarding coming-out issues, relationship concerns, HIV/AIDS and safer-sex information.
Phone: 888-THE-GLNH
Website: https://www.glbthotline.org
Iowa Brain Injury Information Center
Brain Injury Alliance of Iowa
1556 S First Ave., Suite A
Iowa City, IA 52240
Phone: 855-444-6443
Website: https://biaia.org/
Iowa Compass Hotline
Provides information and referrals about disability related services and programs.
Phone: 800-779-2001
Website: http://www.iowacompass.org
Iowa Gambling Treatment Program
Offers the following services to individuals with a gambling addiction: assessment and evaluation, individual or group counseling, transitional housing, distance treatment, financial counseling, financial aid, confidentiality and emergency assistance.
Phone: 800-BETS-OFF
Website: 1800betsoff.org
Iowa Healthy Family Hotline
Provides health information and referrals for pregnancy, immunizations and other family related issues.
Phone: 800-369-2229
Iowa Poison Control Center
Phone: 712-279-3710
Emergency: 800-222-1222
Website: https://www.iowapoison.org/
Lawyer Referral Services Hotline
Call this number to be referred to a local lawyer.
Phone: 800-532-1108
Website: https://www.iowafindalawyer.com
Legal Hotline for Older Iowans (60+)
Phone: 800-992-1108
Website: https://www.iowaaging.gov
LifeLong Links
Aging and disability resources to maintain independence.
Phone: 866-468-7887
Website: https://iowaaging.gov/supportive-services-older-iowans
Medline Plus
Produced by the National Library of Medicine and offers information about diseases, conditions and wellness issues.
Website: https://www.medlineplus.gov
National Alliance on Mental Illness Helpline
Offers general information about mental illness, referrals to local affiliates and support groups and volunteer support.
Phone: 800-950-6264
Website: https://www.nami.org
National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence Hope Line
Offers referrals to local affiliate offices, as well as provides information about alcoholism and drug dependence.
Phone: 800-622-2255
Website: http://ncadd.org
Mental Health America
Information and literature regarding mental illness is provided to professionals and the general public.
Phone: 800-969-6642
Website: https://www.mhanational.org
National Life Center
Provides compassionate guidance and counseling to any woman or girl facing pregnancy. Services offered include assistance finding medical, legal or psychological help, shelter, education and adoption guidance as desired.
Phone: 800-848-5683
Website: http://www.nationallifecenter.com
National Runaway Switchboard
24-hour crisis line serving teenagers thinking of running away or who have run away and want to return home. Also provides information to adults about how to help someone who may be at risk of running, and to teachers to pass along to students about youth homelessness and life on the streets.
Phone: 800-RUNAWAY
Website: https://www.1800runaway.org
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Available to any in suicidal crisis or emotional distress providing crisis counseling or mental health referrals.
Phone: 800-273-TALK
Website: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org
Rape, Abuse & Incest National Hotline (RAINN)
RAINN anonymously and automatically connects sexual assault victims with the nearest rape crisis center and counselor who is able to respond to the call.
Phone: 800-656-HOPE
Website: https://www.rainn.org
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration (SAMHSA’s) National Helpline
Treatment referral and information service for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance disorders.
Phone: 800-662-4357
Website: https://www.samhsa.gov/
Quitline Iowa
Quitline Iowa is a free program that provides helpful tools, information and support throughout your quit process.
Phone: 800-784-8669
Website: https://www.quitlineiowa.org/
Q Link Wireless
Provides a free smartphone with free monthly calling, unlimited texting, and free data through a special government benefit program called “Lifeline” which is available to eligible low-income consumers.
Phone: 855-Q-Link43
Website: https://qlinkwireless.com
Veterans Affairs (VA)
Phone: 844-698-2311
Crisis Line: 800-273-8255
Website: https://www.centraliowa.va.gov/