The Behavioral Mental Heath Team works to identify, support, educate and develop parish ministry along with support groups for clergy throughout the diocese. We also provide educational opportunities for those around the diocese which may include training in depression, suicide assessment, mental health first aid, and resources for referral and treatment.

 
Events & Opportunities
Partner Organizations
Resources
 

Events & Opportunities

 
 

Monthly Lunch & Learns

June 16, Noon -1pm

Join us as we welcome Joe Stevens, CEO & Cofounder of JOPPA - a Des Moines-based nonprofit that helps homeless people survive, find housing and rebuild their lives.

Register to receive the Zoom link.

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July - November Lunch & Learns

featuring the Rev. Bob Kem, with various discussions related to frontotemporal dementia and caregiving

Register for July - Nov.'s Lunch & Learns Here

July 21, noon - 1pm on Zoom

“All About Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD)” with Rev. Bob Kem

October 20, noon - 1pm on Zoom

Part Two: “Unexpected Journey” Emma Willis. Lessons of care taken from her experience with Bruce Willis. Emma Willis book illustrates her experience as care partner for Bruce Willis with Aphasia FTD with Rev. Bob Kem.

August 18, noon - 1pm on Zoom

“Compassion for the Care Partner” - A personal story of the needs of building a team approach to care for a family member with FTD with Rev. Bob Kem.

November 17, noon - 1pm on Zoom

Dementia: “Teachings From the Experts Teepa Snow and other podcasts for basic caretakers,” with Rev. Bob Kem.

September 15, noon - 1pm on Zoom

Part One “Unexpected Journey “Finding strength, hope, and yourself, on the caregiving journey,” with Rev. Bob Kem.

 
 

Partner Organizations

 

NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Health) of Central Iowa’s goal is to inspire better lives for Central Iowans affected by mental illness. They work to achieve this goal through support programs, educational outreach, and advocacy on local, state and national levels.

Mind & Spirit Counseling Center offers high-quality mental health services to people from all walks of life, including those who are uninsured, underinsured or from low-income households.

The Iowa Primary Care Association supports Iowa's community health centers and Iowa’s Behavioral Health Delivery System. With an ongoing commitment to expanding access to quality, affordable, and accessible primary and preventive healthcare services, we work to support individuals and communities in reaching their full health potential.

 

Resources

 

Mental Heath Funds Request Form

The Episcopal Diocese of Iowa, through a GILEAD Grant, has limited funds to assist with co-payments for mental health related appointments. You may request incremental funds for up to $50 per appointment. A completed request form is required for each appointment, and you must submit a receipt for reimbursement or have a bill sent to the Diocesan office. Funds will be distributed on a first come, first serve basis.

Mental Health Funds Request Form

Meditation Video Series

from Katy Lee & Christ Episcopal Church, Cedar Rapids

This series of videos is designed to help you relax, recharge, and focus on self care in the midst of a chaotic world.” These practices do not need to be viewed in any particular order and you are encouraged to try these techniques on a regular basis.

Full video series