Mental Health
Legal Information
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Changes in How Iowans Get Mental Health Services
The question of who is going to pay for services for people with mental health, brain injury, mental retardation, and developmental disabilities is frustrating for many Iowans, especially disabled Iowans on fixed incomes. A new law changes how this is handled. Read More
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Getting the Health Care Services You Need
Has your insurance company, Medicare or Medicaid denied you help? You don't have to take no for an answer. Read More
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Help for veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and their families
Here are the answers to some questions about PTSD and disability from service that are frequently asked by veterans and their families. Content Detail
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Involuntary Commitment of Another Person
Information and forms for involuntary commitment or treatment of another person who suffers a serious mental impairment or who is a chronic substance abuser. Content Detail
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Rights of People in Civil Commitment
A general review of civil commitment and how a person who is “mentally ill” and “dangerous” can be made to get mental health treatment. Read More
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