Hillcrest Family Services provides transitional housing and residential services for psychiatrically disabled adults with a program focus on building independent living skills as well as the provision of crisis intervention. Residents can receive residential care at Hillcrest Residence for up to two years. Hillcrest Supported Living provides in-home visiting counselors. Referrals for placement are made by the Department of Human Services intake workers. Temporary emergency shelter is available to anyone whether transient or a local resident.
Safe shelter is provided to victims of domestic violence and their children.
Life Skills also provides a Housing Support Program for low income people who need help locating and maintaining housing. 1700 First Ave. The Ronald McDonald House provides lodging for families of children who are being hospitalized or are being treated in the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics or in Mercy Hospital. Families may stay as long as needed. River City Housing Collective provides the opportunity for cooperative living, an economical housing alternative.