Christmas Closures

All locations of the Des Moines Public Library will be closed on Tuesday, December 24, and Wednesday, December 25, in observance of the Christmas holiday. 

Community Resources

Community Type
Sheepgate Colfax
Sheepgate
Address:

900 North League Road
Colfax, IA 50054
United States

Phone:
515.674.3713

Inpatient residential substance abuse treatment, including 24 hour supervision, lodging and meals.

Cost is $750 non-refundable entry fee.

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South Senior Center
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Address:

100 Payton Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50315
United States

Phone:
515.287.0092

Crafts, games, exercise, health clinics and other activities for seniors and other adults. Meals served on selected days. Check calendar for details.

Hours: Monday-Friday 8 AM-5 PM

Meals Served: 11 AM-12:30 PM

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South Side Library
South Side Library exterior shot
Address:

1111 Porter Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50315
United States

Phone:
(515) 283-4152
In-Person Services
  • 10:00 AM-8:00 PM Monday-Thursday
  • 10:00 AM-6:00 PM Friday
  • 10:00 AM-5:00 PM Saturday
  • Closed Sunday

Community Fridge accessible during library hours.

Location Details
St Vincent de Paul - 6th Avenue
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Address:

1426 6th Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50314
United States

Phone:
515-282-8327

Clothes Closet Hours: Monday-Friday 9 AM-5 PM 

Food Pantry Hours: Monday 11 AM-6 PM, Tuesday 9 AM-1 PM, Wednesday 11 AM-6 PM, Thursday 9 AM-1 PM, Friday 11 AM-6 PM

General Assistance: Assistance may be available for those needing utility or rent assistance under $700. Assistance is based on interview by mission services staff, need, and availability of funding. Call to inquire.

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St Vincent de Paul - Army Post Road
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Address:

520 Army Post Road
Des Moines, IA 50315
United States

Phone:
515.282.8328

Clothes Closet Hours: Monday-Friday 9 AM-5 PM

Food Pantry Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 11 AM-6 PM, Tuesday, Saturday 9 AM-1 PM

Provides wrap around services to those returning to society and their families so they may regain employment, additional education, and provide food to their family all while learning to navigate through the barriers they may face.

General Hours: Monday-Saturday 9 AM-6 PM, Sunday 12 PM-5 PM

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St. Joseph Emergency Family Center
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Address:

1535 11th Street
Des Moines, IA 50314
United States

Phone:
515.282.1235

Provides emergency shelter care to homeless families for up to 30 days. All meals provided and laundry provided.

To receive services, contact Primary Healthcare Outreach at 515.248.1850, 1200 University Ave #120, Des Moines, IA 50314

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Suicide Prevention Lifeline
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Phone:
Call 988

Provides free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention, and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals. 

Se habla español. 

Hours: 24/7

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