The busy staff at Community & Family Resources in Webster City paused long enough for this photo recently. They are, per CFR policy, identified here by their first names only. From left in front holding signs are Josi, Tammy and Shelly.  Back row from left are Dr. McGregor, Jeff and Ryan. The professional, friendly staff bring mental health and substance abuse care in Webster City to a new level.

If some of what follows isn’t the most pleasant reading you’ll do today, it just may be the most important.

If you, a friend or relative are struggling with alcohol or drug abuse, problem gambling, homelessness, depression, anxiety or unemployment, there is help for you today at Community & Family Resources, 500 Fair Meadow Drive, both in person and online.

Community & Family Resources, Webster City, announced in May it’s now fully staffed with counselors, so the level of local help and support is more comprehensive than ever. Use the following question-and-answer format to find the help you need. Please not the use of first names only is a CFR policy.

Question: Do you want to break free of your alcohol, tobacco or other addiction?

Answer: Josi L., CFR’s substance abuse counselor, helps men, women and adolescents, 12 years and older, plan and navigate their own recovery program. Every Tuesday, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., you can simply walk into the local office to learn what level of care is needed to deal with your addiction.

No appointment needed.

As CFR’s addiction prevention supervisor, Josi will come to you with an outreach program for local parents, teachers and business leaders who feel a “don’t even think of starting” message would benefit young people in their organizations.

Question: Has an event in your life left you traumatized?

Answer: Tammy, a licensed master social worker, wants to meet you to discuss trauma and the role it’s played in your life. And how you can cope with it.

She helps individuals, couples, entire families and veterans dealing with depression or grief.

Treatment that builds coping skills can help you face your everyday problems with confidence.

Question: Are you dealing with addiction, anxiety, depression, ADHD or other behavioral disorders?

Answer: Dr. McGregor will diagnose your condition, then point you toward appropriate care. With a PhD in nursing, Dr. McGregor is also certified in psychiatry and family practice.

Question: Are you a man needing a place to live, better skills and help finding employment?

Answer: The men’s recovery house in Webster City has a place where you can live while getting your life together. Learn important life skills like budgeting, grocery shopping, washing your own clothes, building and writing your resume, and finding a job, surrounded by a supportive staff and a group of men dealing with the same issues you are.

Question: What do services at Community & Family Resources cost?

Answer: Fees for services are based on your income and ability to pay. Both Iowa Medicaid (Title 19) and many private insurance policies can be used for your care.

Community & Family Resources was founded in 1968. Today it has 210 employees in Boone, Calhoun, Cedar, Hamilton, Humboldt, Iowa, Johnson, Pocahontas, Polk, Story, Warren, Washington, Webster and Wright counties.

“The array of services and staff here in Webster City is amazing,” Carrie Lewis, CFR’s supervisor of services in Webster City, Boone and Ames said. “We have more to offer clients than ever before.”

Lewis encourages anyone thinking of looking into services at the Webster City center to realize “prevention works, treatment is effective, and recovery is possible.”

For more information call or visit Community & Family Resources, 500 Fair Meadow Drive, Webster City. Phone 515-832-5432. All treatment is safe and completely confidential.