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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline FAQ
What is 988? 988 is the new, easy-to-remember number to reach the existing National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, which has changed names to the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. When does 988 launch? 988 launched nationwide on Saturday, July 16th. Where are
Summer is Almost Here! Tips for Parents to Support Their Child’s Mental Health Over Break
By Parth Patel, CommUnity Crisis ServicesYouth Mobile Crisis Coordinator With summer fast approaching and the school year coming to a close, it’s important to recognize that the change in routine can result in some noticeable changes to your child’s mood
From Tablemates to Neighbors – A Follow-Up on the 6th Annual Hunger Banquet
From looking at the photo above, it’s hard to tell that one of these seats did not receive a meal at the 6th Annual Hunger Banquet last Thursday evening. Like nearly 19,600 Johnson County residents facing food insecurity, roughly 13.5%
Frozen Pipes to Financial Crisis
As first-time homeowners, my partner and I thought we were being savvy by keeping our thermostat at a comfortable 64 degrees, but we quickly learned that this decision put us at even greater financial risk. Frozen pipes can happen
Save the Date for the 6th Annual Hunger Banquet
Download a digital copy of this save the date here: Hunger Banquet Save the Date
Spread the Love
Organizing a food drive at your office, school, or church is probably easier than you think —CommUnity has online resources to help you get started.
Volunteer with Us!
Do you have some free time? Looking for a way to give back to your community? Our Basic Needs staff is in need of volunteers Monday through Friday from 9:00-12:00 at 1121 South Gilbert Court in Iowa City.
