Support Before and After Birth

Facing a crisis can leave you feeling overwhelmed and hopeless; but help is available. If you or someone you know is struggling and needs assistance, there are many resources available in our area. If you have a need that is not listed below, contact our office at 563-556-5960.

Mental Health, Physical or Substance Abuse

YMCA Victim Crisis Line

563-556-1100
Dubuquey.org

The mission of the Dubuque Y Crisis Services Program (DYCS) is to provide temporary emergency shelter & supportive services to victimized women and their families, so they have the protection and freedom to live safely in our community

Child Abuse Hotline

1-800-362-2178

Domestic Violence Hotline

1-800-779-7233
1-800-787-3224 (TTY)

Iowa Victim Service Call Center (24/7 support)

1-800-770-1650 or Text IOWAHELP to 20121
icadv.org

National Hotline for Mental Health Crises and Suicide Prevention

Call 9-8-8 or 1-800-273-8255 (1-800-273-TALK)

Substance Abuse Line

1-800-662-4357 (1-800-662-HELP)

Emergency Shelter

YMCA Victim Crisis Line

563-556-1100
Dubuquey.org

The mission of the Dubuque Y Crisis Services Program (DYCS) is to provide temporary emergency shelter and supportive services to victimized women and their families, so they have the protection and freedom to live safely in our community.

Dubuque Rescue Mission (housing for men)

563-583-1394
https://dubuquerescue.org/

In the name of Jesus, The Dubuque Rescue Mission is a community offering hospitality, spiritual hope, food, shelter, clothing and job development to those in need.

St. John’s Almost Home (housing for men and men with children)

563-583-6572
https://almosthomedbq.org/what-we-do

Put people back on the path home by sheltering, serving and supporting our neighbors in need with beds, clothing, and connection to resources.

Teresa Shelter (housing for women and women with children)

563-690-0086
www.openingdoorsdbq.org

Teresa Shelter offers emergency and extended stay services to women and children experiencing homelessness. Within 24 hours of entry, a woman meets her case manager to begin assessment of needs and goals. Referrals are made to community resources. Emergency shelter is available for 30 days; and there is opportunity for an extended stay of up to one year for women who wish continued support to achieve their goals.

Maria House (housing for women and women with children)

563-582-6286
openingdoorsdbq.org/maria-house/

Maria House offers transitional housing for up to two years. Women continue to work on goals and build skills that empower them toward a goal of becoming self-sufficient. The Case Manager continues to guide and support clients.

Housing Assistance

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul

563-582-3733
https://www.svdpdubuqueiowa.org

A non-profit charitable organization providing a unique style of personal assistance with food, clothing, rent, utilities, educational and job training and other services to people facing economic, emotional or spiritual crises.

St. Mary’s Apartments (low-income housing)

563-583-7678

Francis Apartments (subsidized)

563-582-7480 (Opening Doors administrative office)