Sometimes families are looking for help or resources that the school can not provide. Below are some resources that can help families out. If you don't see something that can help your Saydel family below, please reach out to one of Saydel's social workers below:
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Summer Camps |
This document outlines Summer Camp options for your child. Call or email a Saydel Social Worker if you have any questions! |
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211 Iowa |
This website allows you to search for a variety of resources such as food, clothing, housing, financial assistance, legal support, physical and mental health, transportation, and much more.
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Primary Health Care Dental Clinic |
Primary Health Care Dental Clinic offer a sliding fee scale or discount for uninsured patients and they accept Medicaid and most other insurance plans.
They have two locations (1) 1200 University Ave Des Moines, IA 50314; 515-248-1888
(2) 2353 SE 14th St. Des Moines, IA 50320; 515-248-1470 |
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Dental Connections |
Dental Connections offer a sliding fee scale or discount for uninsured patients and they accept Medicaid and most other insurance plans. 1111 9th St. Suite 190 (United Way Building); 515-244-9136 |
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Saydel Food Pantry |
Saydel partners with the Iowa Food Bank of Iowa and has a food pantry at the high school and sends food bags home with students on Thursdays. Email Saydel Social Workers if you are interested! |
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DMARC Food Pantries |
DMARC partners with food pantries and mobile food pantry sites around Des Moines to provide food to families. 515-277-6969 |
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Hawk-i insurance |
Iowa offers Hawk-i health coverage for uninsured children of working families. 1-800-257-8563 |
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Medicaid |
Medicaid is a health insurance program based on income. 515-256-4606 |
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Family Shelters |
Individuals who are at imminent risk of or are currently experiencing homelessness should contact Primary Health Care to schedule a Centralized Intake appointment.
515-248-1850 |
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Iowa Housing Search |
Iowa Housing Search: A free resource to help you find a rental home or apartment that fits your needs and budget. |
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Iowa Legal Aid |
Iowa Legal Aid provides critical legal assistance to low-income and Iowans who cannot afford help with legal issues.
1-800-532-1275 |
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Polk County Referral and Resource Line |
Call 515-288-0818 to receive information on mental health resources and coordination of services. The resource and referral line can also connect you with crisis stabilization services through Easter Seals. |
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Employee & Family Resources (EFR) |
The Student Assistance Program (SAP) provides 24/7 free and confidential counseling services to all students and family members.
515-244-6090. |
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Iowa WORKS |
Assists individuals who are looking for employment. They can help with job searches, applications, resumes and more. Call 515-281-9619 to schedule an appointment. |
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Evelyn K. Davis Center |
Assists individuals with locating online job applications, resumes, and contacting employers. Call 515-697-7700 to schedule an appointment. |
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