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YWCA of
Fort Dodge

Serving the women of the Fort Dodge community since 1909

A state-licensed substance abuse treatment facility dedicated to providing clinically managed residential treatment for women and mothers with children.

About the YWCA

The YWCA is a state licensed substance use disorder treatment facility established to support and provide safety for those struggling with the disease of addiction.

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The YWCA of Fort Dodge was established in 1914 and has provided safety, housing, support and healing for many years.

In 2014 the YWCA transitioned into a Substance Use Disorder treatment program, serving the men and women around Iowa. The YWCA also acts as a Food Pantry for Webster County residents to assist in decreasing food insecurity. 

Our facilities.....

We Are Here to Help

We support and direct clients by offering guidance in all aspects of their recovery. We encourage a comprehensive approach to goal setting, development of life skills, physical and mental health, employment, vocational or education enrichment and family support. We are dedicated to empowering women and women with children supporting their recovery and reunifying their families.

Drug Abuse

Did you know...

  • One in every three American adults has lost someone to a drug overdose.

  • Addiction costs the U.S. more than $1 trillion a year in healthcare, lost productivity, and criminal justice related costs.

  • Drug overdose is the leading cause of accidental and preventable death in the U.S. Additionally, our country reports more overdose deaths than any other country. 

  • One in every three adults report that they or a family member has had an opioid use disorder.

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Drug Abuse

Did you know...

  • One in every three American adults has lost someone to a drug overdose.

  • Addiction costs the U.S. more than $1 trillion a year in healthcare, lost productivity, and criminal justice related costs.

  • Drug overdose is the leading cause of accidental and preventable death in the U.S. Additionally, our country reports more overdose deaths than any other country. 

  • One in every three adults report that they or a family member has had an opioid use disorder.

Alcohol Addiction

Did you know...

  • Alcohol use is the third leading preventable cause of cancer in the U.S., after tobacco and obesity. 

  • One in every nine Americans aged 12 or older — more than 10% of the population — had an alcohol use disorder within the past year.

  • Alcohol is the most commonly abused substance. Many people are unaware that alcohol, a legal substance is one of the most addictive and dangers drugs. 

  • According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 38% of all alcohol-related deaths in 2020 and 2021 were people ages 65+.

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Alcohol Addiction

Did you know...

  • Alcohol use is the third leading preventable cause of cancer in the U.S., after tobacco and obesity. 

  • One in every nine Americans aged 12 or older — more than 10% of the population — had an alcohol use disorder within the past year.

  • Alcohol is the most commonly abused substance. Many people are unaware that alcohol, a legal substance is one of the most addictive and dangers drugs. 

  • According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 38% of all alcohol-related deaths in 2020 and 2021 were people ages 65+.

Our Leadership

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Nici George BS, IADC

Executive Director

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Traci Vote MA, IADC

Clinical Director

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Carolyn Milburn RN

Health Services Supervisor

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Tina Witte

Operations Manager

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I entered the YWCA program scared, broken and lost. I was struggling for years with substance use and mental health, damaging every single relationship I had. While at the YWCA, I was able to heal and find purpose. I formed relationships with women in the recovery community and begin her journey to change everything. I was able to reunite with family members and have worked to surround myself with healthy people. I recently celebrated my 3 years sober from all substances and continues to be a survivor of addiction!

** A Grateful Voice **

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826 1st Avenue North,

Fort Dodge, IA 50501

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YWCA Fort Dodge

826 1st Avenue North, Fort Dodge, IA 50501

​(515) 573-3931

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If you are in crisis and need assistance, please call 515-573-3931,  Our phone number is answered 24/7

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