Community Resources

The mission of Aging Resources of Central Iowa is to lead, advocate and serve as well as plan and coordinate resources in providing services to people in central Iowa, their families, caregivers or representatives enabling elders to lead independent, meaningful and dignified lives in the least restrictive environment. 

Phone: (515) 255-1310.

The Alzheimer's Association leads the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.  Iowa Chapter - Serving all 99 counties

24-Hour Help Line: 800-272-3900

Disability Rights Iowa is a part of an extensive network of protection & advocacy agencies across the U.S. Since DRI’s establishment in 1984, it has been their mission to protect and advocate for the rights of Iowans with disabilities and mental illness.

To request services:

Phone: 515-278-2502

Toll Free: 800-779-2502

Relay: 711

EveryStep is an umbrella organization for HCI Hospice Care Services, Visiting Nurse Services of Iowa, Amanda the Panda, and 30 other programs and services. Services include support and education to young moms; assistance to immigrants and refugees; wellness services to communities; in-home care to people who are ill, injured or facing the end of life; and compassionate support to families during times of grief and loss.

Hospice Referrals: (515) 333-5810

Home Care Referrals: (515) 558-9591

Contract Nursing Phone: (800) 806-9934

WesleyLife Home Health and In-Home Services team is ready to step in to help with condition management, or if you are returning home from a hospital stay, and would like some help to keep your recovery moving along,.

At home Services: (515) 297-7750

WesleyLife Meals on Wheels delivers a hot, tasty, nutritious lunch each week day, and our friendly drivers stop and chat for a moment to make sure all is well.

To start meal services: (515) 298-5922

Your Community Information Station

Are you looking for activities, information, or resources in the communities served by West Des Moines Community Schools? West Depot is a community resource that will help you connect to the most local options.

The City of WDM's first stop for assistance with for clothing, food, heating bills, utility bills, and general emergency assistance for WDM residents. Human Services also has a weekly free medical clinic and normally hold ELL classes for residents. 

Phone: 515-222-3660