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Find the Support You Need
At Cedar Valley Hand Up, we believe lasting change happens with the right tools, guidance, and community. Below you’ll find resources to help you or a loved one on the journey toward stability and independence.
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Community Support Programs
We proudly partner with organizations that provide specialized care and support:
- Celebrate Recovery – Christ-centered recovery program addressing all types of hurts, habits, and hang-ups
- Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Support for individuals recovering from alcohol addiction
- Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Fellowship for those recovering from drug addiction
- Pathways Behavioral Services – Substance abuse and mental health counseling
- Horizons – Family support, financial education, and housing resources
Employment & Education Resources
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- PEER Program at Hawkeye Community College — Pathways to Education and Employment for Reentry offers career counseling, job training, GED support, and subsidized hiring events
- Iowa Workforce Development Career Centers — local job coaching, resume building, and job placement services for returning citizens
- Iowa Adult Basic Education (ABE) — free adult education services (literacy, GED preparation, basic job readiness) statewide, available through local community colleges
Housing & Financial Assistance
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- Love, Inc. (Cedar Falls) — provides financial help, food, clothing, transportation support, household essentials, and referrals
- St. Vincent de Paul Outreach Center (Waterloo) — utility/rent assistance, clothing, food support, and caseworker appointments
- Operations Threshold – Utility Assistance, Homeless Services
- Waypoint – Rental Assistance
- Iowa Reentry Support Resources (PDF guide) — includes shelters, meals, clothing, bus tickets, and comprehensive support listings across Waterloo area
Health & Wellness
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- People’s Clinic (Waterloo) – Medical and Dental Care
- Hospitality House (Waterloo) — daily meal service, showers, laundry access, clothing, mail address and bus ticket distribution at no cost
- I-Hope Free Medical Clinic – 722 S. Hackett, Waterloo, (Tuesdays, 6:00-8:30pm)
- Your Life Iowa — confidential 24/7 support for addiction, mental health emergencies, and suicide prevention via call or text
Faith & Community Involvement
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- Cedar Valley United Way — connects individuals to volunteer opportunities and supports multiple community partner programs focused on housing, health, and financial stability
- Volunteer Center of Cedar Valley (Waterloo) — coordinates volunteer efforts, youth service-learning, and community training opportunities
- Iowa Citizens for Community Improvement (CCI) — grassroots network advocating for reentry support, fair housing, anti-foreclosure work, and social justice in Iowa
Food (Free Community Meals)
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- Daily, 12:00 – 1:00 pm
- Cedar Valley Hospitality House. 1003 Mulberry St., Waterloo. 319-234-1311
- Monday-Friday, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
- The Salvation Army. 89 Franklin St., Waterloo. 319-235-9358.
- Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 6:00 pm until all are fed
- St. Francis Catholic Worker House. 321 E. 8th St., Waterloo. 319-232-2116
- Mondays, 4:30-6:00 pm
- Kimball Avenue United Methodist Church. 1207 Kimball Ave., Waterloo. 319-232-4103.
- Tuesdays, 4:30 – 6:00 pm
- Queen of Peace Catholic Church. Third & Mulberry Sts., Waterloo.
- First United Methodist Church. 723 Washington St., Cedar Falls. 319-266-1719
- Thursdays, 5:00- 8:00 pm
The Neighborhood Hub. East 4th & Newell Sts., Waterloo. 319-234-5307.
Join Our Community
We’re here to walk this journey with you. Whether you’re seeking support, looking to volunteer, or wanting to partner with us, there’s a place for you at Cedar Valley Hand Up.