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One of Iowa's
 Largest Non-Profit Human Services Agencies.

Our heart beats for the people we serve. We empower families and communities by recognizing and honoring the strengths and gifts of every individual.

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About Lutheran Services in Iowa

We’re Here For You

Lutheran Services in Iowa (LSI) is a trusted nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening children, families, and communities across Iowa. Guided by faith-based values and a commitment to service, LSI provides a wide range of programs including child welfare, behavioral health, refugee and immigrant services, services for people with disabilities, and support for older adults. By meeting people where they are and honoring the dignity and potential of every individual, LSI works to create hope, opportunity, and lasting positive change throughout the state.

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Responding with Love and Compassion

Our Services

Lutheran Services in Iowa responds to the love of Jesus Christ through compassionate service. Each year, we strengthen Iowa families through a variety of programs, ranging from early childhood education to behavioral and mental health services.

Youth & Children Services

We empower children and parents through education, mental and behavioral healthcare, in-home support and training, and innovative collaborations with community partners.

Mental Health Services

Our compassionate mental health professionals have a wide variety of expertise and collaborate with Iowa children, adults, and families to guide them on the path to hope and healing.

Persons with Disabilities Services

Every Iowan should be free to live life with confidence, happiness, and independence. We empower Iowans with disabilities to thrive and have a voice in their communities.

Immigrant & Refugee Community Services

We welcome Iowa’s newest neighbors by providing education, family services, and economic development programs to help them get started on their path to citizenship and building a new life in Iowa.

Foster Care & Adoption

Get more information about foster care and adoption training in Iowa.

Adult Services

Through in-home mental and behavioral healthcare and support for Iowans with disabilities, we walk alongside Iowans on their path to a brighter future.

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Hours of service provided for Iowans with disabilities in 2024
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Home visits for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers impacting 1,171 children
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Therapy sessions for children, families, and adults in 2024
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Families served across kinship, foster & adoptive families in 38 western Iowa counties

News

LSI announces $10,000 challenge grant made possible by the Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa and Marv and Helen Schumacher to support recently arrived refugee families.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 13, 2025 Contact: Leah Nelson | Leah.Nelson@lsiowa.org Waterloo, IA – Lutheran Services in Iowa (LSI) is excited to announce that a $10,000 challenge grant has been made
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Press Release: LSI Celebrates Historic Milestone in Refugee Resettlement

LSI Celebrates Historic Milestone in Refugee Admissions  Des Moines, IA – LSI (Lutheran Services in Iowa) celebrates a historic year in immigrant and refugee resettlement – in Iowa and nationwide.
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2024 Direct Support Professional (DSP) of the Year: Brenda Stalbaum Martin

Each year, LSI commemorates National Direct Support Professional Recognition Week (DSP) to honor and celebrate the essential roles that Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) play in the lives of individuals with
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“Since becoming a foster parent some things have been challenging. Having Abbie as my support worker has been such a blessing. She always helps with resources, crisis situations, community supports, and does everything with grace. Working in the field myself fostering can be an additional challenge that others don’t understand. Abbie always helps navigate all situations and helps bring everything together for the best interest of each and every placement. Without Abbie’s support I wouldn’t be successful in this role as a foster/adoptive parent. “
April
"LSI and Megan never wavered. I call this stabilization in Amanda’s life. The individual care from a non-family member is needed beyond words. Thanks to Mavis and Megan, Amanda’s quality of life would not be possible without the LSI Host Home program."
Bruce C.Amanda’s adoptive father
“LSI supports Brookie emotionally and physically every day. The staff are caring, kind, and compassionate. With their support, Brookie lives as independently as possible in a safe and happy environment. She participates in Special Olympics, Strikers bowling, ice hockey, softball, work, community events, and family gatherings. LSI has enriched Brookie’s life and our family’s life in ways we cannot measure. It’s a huge comfort knowing she is cared for so wonderfully.”
Mother of Brookiewho lives in Harmony House, one of LSI’s group homes for individuals with disabilities.
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Ames

1523 South Bell Avenue
Suite 105
Ames, IA 50010
Phone: 515.232.7262
Fax: 515.232.7416

Clinton

244 23rd Ave. N.
Clinton, IA 52732
Phone: 563.243.8200
Fax: 563.243.8210

Council Bluffs

P.O. Box 679
Council Bluffs, IA 51502

Davenport

111 W. 15th St.
Davenport, IA 52803
Phone: 563.322.7419
Fax: 563.322.5339

Denison

205 S. 7th St.
Denison, IA 51442
Phone: 712.263.9341
Fax: 712.263.6061

Des Moines

3125 Cottage Grove
Des Moines, IA 50311
Phone: 515.274.4946
Fax: 515.271.7450

Des Moines 3116

3116 University Ave.
Des Moines, IA 50311
Phone: 515.271.7411
Fax: 515.271.7479

Des Moines Refugee Connection Center

3200 University Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50311
Phone: 515.271.7335
Fax: 515.271.7340

Dubuque

2255 John F. Kennedy Rd.
Dubuque, IA 52002
Phone: 563.582.0044
Fax: 563.582.7308

Manchester

118 West Main St.
Professional Park Building
Manchester, IA 52057
Phone: 563.927.3281
Fax: 563.927.2103

Maquoketa

206 E. Platt Street
Maquoketa, IA 52060
Phone: 563.582.0044

Mason City

2502 S. Jefferson Ave.
Mason City, IA 50401
Phone: 641.423.1083
Fax: 641.424.5876

Muscatine

2107 Cedar Street
Muscatine, IA 52761
Phone: 563.263.5170

Muscatine Hopes

514 Cedar St.
Muscatine, IA 52761
Phone: 563.288.4171
Fax: 563.288.4172

Sioux City

1308 S. Cleveland Street
Sioux City, IA 51106
Phone: 712.255.2505
Fax: 712.258.0518

Spencer

20 West 4th Street
Spencer, IA 51301
Phone: 712.262.4083
Fax: 712.262.0174

Storm Lake

1614 W 5th St.
Storm Lake, IA 50588
Phone: 712.263.9341

Waterloo

3640 University Ave
Waterloo, IA 50701
Phone: 319.233.3579
Fax: 319.233.6569

Waverly

106 16th St. S.W.
P.O. Box 848
Waverly, IA 50677
Phone: 319.352.2630
Fax: 319.352.0773

Locations

Providing Services
in 99 Counties

  • Ames
  • Clinton
  • Council Bluffs
  • Davenport
  • Denison
  • Des Moines
  • Des Moines 3116
  • Des Moines Refuge Connection Center
  • Dubuque
  • Manchester
  • Maquoketa
  • Mason City
  • Muscatine
  • Muscatine Hopes
  • Sioux City
  • Spencer
  • Storm Lake
  • Waterloo
  • Waverly
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Your donation affects positive change for thousands of individuals across Iowa, from individuals to families, from children to the elderly, from persons with disabilities, to former refugees.

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