A.A.’s primary purpose is to help alcoholics to achieve sobriety.

Area Substance Abuse Council (ASAC) is a non-profit, private organization which provides treatment services for teenagers and adults dealing with substance abuse issues.

Since 1983, Bridgehaven has offered compassion, hope, and help in the circumstances before, during, and after pregnancy in the Cedar Rapids area. We serve both women and men and our services are always free and confidential.

Central Furniture Rescue is a nonprofit that helps turn a new place to live into a home. We do that by collecting furniture and household items from the community. Then we provide them to referred clients who are transitioning from homelessness into a new place to live.

Chains Interrupted is a group of people whose hearts have been broken by the evil of human trafficking. Sobering statistics show very few victims ever get out of “the life”. We focus on preventing human trafficking from ever happening.

Christian counselors provide counseling services, rehabilitation support and advice from a spiritual perspective.

DivorceCare is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life's most difficult experiences. Don't go through separation or divorce alone.

The Family Caregivers Center is Eastern Iowa’s only comprehensive resource for family caregivers. Services – including support, education and social opportunities – are available at no cost for caregivers assisting adults living with chronic medical conditions (dementia, cancer, arthritis, Parkinson’s disease, diabetes, hearing conditions, etc.)

Gems of Hope is a nonprofit offering support to local cancer patients receiving treatment. Gems of Hope offers community workshops where cancer patients, friends and families come together to create these Gifts of Hope. Local youth camps, school library programming and scholarships are also made available for families affected by cancer.

It hurts to lose someone. GriefShare is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. You don’t have to go through the grieving process alone.

HACAP is a community action agency serving 9 counties in Eastern Iowa. We embrace the philosophy of "a help up, not a handout" in our commitment to empower and improve the lives of families, living with the everyday barriers of poverty.

Our mission is to bring glory to God by meeting the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of those in need in our community.

At House of Hope, individuals are encouraged, equipped, and empowered to live fully through spiritual, emotional, and mental health support.

Below is a partial list of organizations who are committed to helping the LGBTQIA+ community, their families, and their allies. Support groups are geared towards individuals, families, friends and allies of gay, lesbian, bisexual, queer, transgender and questioning people. Resources are available for Health and Wellness, Education Opportunities and Scholarships, Arts and Entertainment, Legal Advice, and other helpful links.

A complete list provided by Linn County of local community resources and services.

General Assistance serves individuals and families in Linn County who are experiencing a financial crisis. General Assistance can assist temporarily for up to 2 months or provide ongoing assistance depending on the situation. You must meet the primary eligibility requirements. See website for more information.

Premarital counseling supports couples to build a healthy and solid foundation ahead of the long-term commitment of marriage. Below is a short list of resources to take a marriage assessment.

Riders Club of America can provide safe, effective transport for your loved ones even when your schedule does not allow you to drive for them

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

One of the fastest-growing options in senior living is independent living communities. Caring.com created a free resource that provides comprehensive information on the available options in Iowa.

Sleep in Heavenly Peace is a group of volunteers dedicated to building, assembling and delivering top-notch bunk beds to children and families in need. The organization has grown steadily over time, and is working on opening more chapters in different states to serve more people. No kid sleeps on the floor in our town!

The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in the United States. We're committed to improving crisis services and advancing suicide prevention by empowering individuals, advancing professional best practices, and building awareness.

United Way is an international network of over 1,800 local nonprofit fundraising affiliates. United Way seeks to improve lives by mobilizing the caring power of communities around the world to advance the common good. We bring people together to build strong, equitable communities where everyone can thrive.

For over 125 years, Waypoint has existed as a vital community resource for individuals in need. They help individuals and families obtain permanent housing, shelter single women and families with children, empower domestic violence victims and survivors through advocacy and support, and provide high-quality child care to hundreds of children weekly.

Young Parent Network was founded in 1985 by community leaders who recognized that there was a lack of support for young families in Cedar Rapids. Since that time YPN has taken on a leadership role in East Central Iowa as the provider of ongoing comprehensive year round programs that meet the most critical needs of thousands of families within our community.