New Connections

1801 Hickman Road, Des Moines, Iowa, 50314

Levels of care: Inpatient, PHP / Day Treatment, Intensive Outpatient (IOP) +5 more
Accreditation: Joint Commission (JCAHO), State Licensed
Insurance: Medicaid, Medicare
Languages: English, ASL

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New Connections is a treatment center in Des Moines, Iowa offering PHP (day treatment) for adults seeking a structured level of care while living outside a residential setting. The program holds Joint Commission accreditation, one of only 6 facilities among 43 in the area to do so, and it operates as a smoke-free facility.

Services include experiential therapy and academic support for those balancing treatment with schooling, along with ASL availability for Deaf and hard-of-hearing clients. Medicare is accepted as a form of payment. Among nearby facilities, it is one of just a handful offering PHP, Joint Commission accreditation, ASL access, or experiential therapy.

Conditions treated

Conditions / Mental Health

PTSD / TraumaCo-Occurring DisordersSelf-Harm

Substances Treated

Alcohol

Treatment approaches

Therapies Offered

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)Motivational InterviewingGroup TherapyIndividual TherapyFamily TherapyExperiential Therapy

Treatment Approaches

Evidence-BasedTrauma-InformedHarm Reduction

Who this facility serves

Who We Support

MenWomenYoung AdultsAdultsSeniors

Age Groups

Young Adults (18–25)Adults (26–64)Seniors (65+)

Gender Program

Co-Ed

Languages

EnglishASL

Levels of care

✕Detox
✓Inpatient
✕Residential Rehab
✓PHP / Day Treatment
✓Intensive Outpatient (IOP)
✓Outpatient Rehab
✓Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)
✓Dual-Diagnosis / Co-Occurring
✕Sober Living
✓Aftercare / Continuing Care
✓Virtual / Telehealth
✕In-Home Care
✕Interventions
✕Recovery Coaching
✕Concierge Treatment
✕Retreat
✕Recovery School
✕Therapeutic Boarding School

Insurance & payment

Accepts

MedicaidMedicare

Payment options

medicaidmedicarePrivate InsuranceState-Funded / Free

Accreditation and licensing

Joint Commission (JCAHO)State Licensed

The facility

Academic Support / School

Admissions and policies

Smoke-Free FacilityVape-Free Facility

How this compares nearby

Among the 43 treatment centers we list within 30 miles of Des Moines, this is one of:

4that offer PHP / Day Treatment
6that hold Joint Commission (JCAHO)
9that offer services in ASL
10that offer Experiential Therapy

Frequently asked questions

What levels of care does New Connections offer?

New Connections offers Inpatient, PHP / Day Treatment, Intensive Outpatient (IOP), Outpatient Rehab, Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), Dual-Diagnosis / Co-Occurring, Aftercare / Continuing Care and Virtual / Telehealth.

What conditions does New Connections treat?

New Connections treats PTSD / Trauma, Co-Occurring Disorders and Self-Harm.

What therapies does New Connections use?

New Connections offers Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Family Therapy and Experiential Therapy.

Is New Connections accredited?

New Connections lists accreditation from Joint Commission (JCAHO) and State Licensed.

What languages are spoken at New Connections?

Services are available in English and ASL.

Who does New Connections serve?

New Connections lists programmes for Men, Women, Young Adults, Adults and Seniors.