Many people with alcohol related issues don’t recognize that they have a problem. An intervention from a friend or family member can help them to recognize and accept that they need professional help. Treatment for alcohol use disorder can vary, depending on individual needs. It may involve a brief intervention, individual or group counseling, an outpatient program, or a residential inpatient stay. If you feel that you or a loved one are struggling with problematic alcohol use know that you are not alone. It can be overwhelming to consider seeking help, but there are many resources available in our community. Your Life Iowa has a 24/7 hotline that the Iowa Department of Public Health created where Iowans can live chat, text, or call to receive use disorder information and find nearby help. To learn more visit www.yourlifeiowa.org, call (855) 581-8111 or text (855) 895-8398. Broadlawns Medical Center’s New Connections is here in our Des Moines community for individuals seeking treatment for alcohol use disorder as well as other substance use disorders. New Connections provides integrated substance abuse and mental health treatment for the body, mind and community. As part of the Broadlawns Medical Center Behavioral Health Department, New Connections is a cooccurring treatment program presented by Addiction Treatment Services. New Connections employs a nationally recognized, evidence-based, interactive curriculum to help individuals discover their strengths, gain confidence, and learn skills to help individuals overcome their dependence on alcohol or other drugs and maintain abstinence based living. New Connections explores the daily challenges of living with co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders while offering the opportunity to develop appropriate tools for: • Responsible thinking • Values • Individual change • Relationships • Transitions in living • Life skills • Handling difficult emotions
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