Symptoms of Problem Gambling
According to Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) data from 2019, 315,000 adult Iowans experienced at least one problem related to their gambling in the year prior. “Iowans who have problems with their gambling [...]
Preschool Enrollment for 2021-2022 School Year
Families can register for Head Start preschool or our partner community school district preschools in these 7 counties: Appanoose | Davis | Jefferson | Keokuk Mahaska | [...]
Problem Gambling Awareness
Sieda Behavioral Health and Treatment Services are increasing awareness of the dangers of gambling in our ten-county catchment area. It is important to raise awareness about Problem Gambling and its effects. According to the [...]
Alcohol Awareness for April
Though other substance concerns make headlines, alcohol use continues to be a health concern. It is the third-leading cause of preventable death in the U.S. and affects adults and adolescents alike. Alcohol Awareness Month [...]
Child Abuse Prevention
A young child’s brain forms more than 700 connections every second. It is not just the family's responsibility to help their children develop positive connections. It is the whole community's responsibility to provide rich [...]
Poison Prevention Awareness
Sieda Prevention reminds you to prepare, prevent, and protect your home. National Poison Prevention Awareness Month takes place every March. It’s important because most poisonings occur at home and we often don’t think about [...]
Drug and Alcohol Facts Week
The week of March 22nd through the 28th is National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week, an annual event. To connect teens with resources to “Shatter the Myths” about drugs and alcohol. Sieda Prevention hopes [...]
Iowa Rent and Utility Assistance Program – Landlord and Renter Info
Landlords, service agencies, utility providers, and other organizations are encouraged to share program information with Iowans in need of assistance. We at Sieda Community Action encourage any needing help to take the eligibility precheck [...]
Sieda Diaper Bank
Sieda Community Action with a grant from the Ottumwa Regional Legacy Foundation recently established a new Diaper Bank Program to assist parents living in poverty. A monthly supply of diapers for one child can [...]
Tobacco and The Environment
Sieda Tobacco Prevention Specialist, Lisa M. provides education and programming across our counties to spread the dangers of all forms of tobacco. Tobacco use is not only a health issue it is also an [...]