Depression in adults is widely under-recognized and undertreated. Part of the problem is people assume depression is a normal part of aging. Sadness, grief and temporary “down” moods are normal. However, persistent depression that [...]
Sieda Behavioral Health and Treatment Services (BHTS) every week holds a Family Group for anyone being affected by another person’s substance use. When a family member has a substance use disorder this can upset the [...]
A POWERFUL ROLE Grandchildren have a special relationship with their Grandpa and Grandma. As a grandparent, you can say things to and get information from teens with much more ease than can a parent. [...]
Sieda Behavioral Health and Treatment Services (BHTS) offer training for alcohol retailers called Merchant Alcohol Training. For businesses with a liquor license, it is important to train employees and managers in responsible alcohol service. [...]
In February 2015, Appanoose County was one of twelve counties chosen to participate in the Iowa Partnership for Success (IPFS) project. A program started by the Iowa Department of Public Health through the Substance [...]
Sieda Behavioral Health and Treatment reminds you that January is Birth Defects Prevention. One of the most preventable health issues is Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD). Drinking alcohol at any time during pregnancy can harm a baby. [...]
The autumn season is a busy one for Sieda’s many services. Programs like Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP) and the Coat Drive start a new year in the fall. For other Sieda programs, it is [...]
Sieda Behavioral Health and Treatment Services staff ask that you please protect your little superheroes and check their candy. We at Sieda wish you all a safe and happy Halloween. Kids want to dig [...]
Thanks to our partnerships with businesses, individuals, and organizations, Sieda Community Action was able to provide school supplies to more than 500 students in three Southeast Iowa counties. The School Supply Program Distributions in [...]
Several of the counties Sieda serves have had their resource fairs for families back to school and health needs. We were pleased to be able to participate in many of the events that support and encourage [...]
