$18.5M recovery center aims to fill behavioral health care gap in Iowa
Fort Dodge-based Community & Family Resources broke ground Tuesday on the Grays Woods Recovery Center in Des Moines, offering a new option for behavioral health care in central Iowa. The expansion project aims to address a gap in care, particularly for young people and families. It will feature 74 treatment beds. Outpatient and recovery housing services will also be expanded. A statement from Gov. Kim Reynolds was read at Tuesday’s ceremony. Other speakers included Polk County Supervisor Chair Matt McCoy, Des Moines Mayor Connie Boesen, and Julie Stewart of Prairie Meadows. “Today’s groundbreaking represents far more than construction — it’s a promise to Iowans that recovery is within reach,” said Michelle De La Riva, CFR executive director. “We are deeply grateful to the governor, Polk County, Prairie Meadows, and our community partners for helping us expand access to care when it’s needed most.” The $18.5 million project includes an $8 million investment from the state, with additional support from Polk County, Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino and local donors. » Subscribe to KCCI’s YouTube page» Download the free KCCI app to get updates on the go: Apple | Google Play
Fort Dodge-based Community & Family Resources broke ground Tuesday on the Grays Woods Recovery Center in Des Moines, offering a new option for behavioral health care in central Iowa.
The expansion project aims to address a gap in care, particularly for young people and families. It will feature 74 treatment beds. Outpatient and recovery housing services will also be expanded.
A statement from Gov. Kim Reynolds was read at Tuesday’s ceremony. Other speakers included Polk County Supervisor Chair Matt McCoy, Des Moines Mayor Connie Boesen, and Julie Stewart of Prairie Meadows.
“Today’s groundbreaking represents far more than construction — it’s a promise to Iowans that recovery is within reach,” said Michelle De La Riva, CFR executive director. “We are deeply grateful to the governor, Polk County, Prairie Meadows, and our community partners for helping us expand access to care when it’s needed most.”
The $18.5 million project includes an $8 million investment from the state, with additional support from Polk County, Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino and local donors.
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