CAASA provides advocacy services to victims/ survivors of sexual assault and their families in 19 counties of Northwest Iowa and also to those who have been victimized by human trafficking. CAASA meets the victim/ survivor wherever they are at in their journey and helps them toward a life free from violence in a way that is reasonable for them. Services are free and confidential.
For Support 24/7/365 – Call or Text 988 (Suicide and Crisis Lifeline), Call 844-345-4569 (Seasons Crisis/Talk Line)
Food
Elderbridge Agency on Aging–Health, Prevention, & Wellness
Health, prevention and wellness programs are critical to ensuring that older Iowans are informed about and have access to services and evidence-based activities that can significantly improve their health, function and quality of life and reduce the need for more costly medical interventions. These programs include congregate meals, nutrition counseling and education, and healthy movement.
Grand Avenue Community Outreach (GACO)–Currently CLOSED
Grand Avenue Community Outreach (GACO) is a volunteer-driven nonprofit organization that provides outreach and social services to residents of Spencer, Clay County, and Northwest Iowa.
Spencer Public Library
The Spencer Public Library offers a small pantry of donated items for emergency food relief.
Iowa State University Extension & Outreach–Food Preservation Workshops
Hands-on workshops offer you the opportunity to learn safe food preservation techniques.
Upper Des Moines Opportunity Outreach (Food)
We are dedicated to helping build stronger communities by addressing the effects of poverty on individuals and families.
Clay County Behavioral Health LINC (Local Initiative for Networking and Collaboration) is dedicated to connecting providers and organizations through partnership and education to help improve access and effectiveness of behavioral health and addiction recovery services in Clay County, Iowa. Our mission is nurturing hope, health, and wellness through community collaboration.