Family Access Center: Comprehensive Support for Addiction Treatment
The Family Access Center, located in Spencer, Iowa, is dedicated to preserving, restoring, and strengthening families by offering quality, evidence-based therapeutic care. Recognizing that substance use disorders profoundly affect an individual’s health, well-being, relationships, and productivity, the center provides flexible and tailored treatment options addressing the emotional, physical, behavioral, and spiritual facets of recovery for children, adolescents, and adults.
Core Services and Treatment Approach
Recovery begins with a thorough clinical assessment, which can include individual substance use disorder evaluations, mental health evaluations, or both. Following this assessment, a customized treatment plan is developed collaboratively with the client. Services are adjusted based on the severity, duration, and complexity of each individual’s addiction, focusing on motivating the client toward change and repairing damaged relationships within the family system.
Key Program Offerings
- Substance Use Disorder Services: Comprehensive treatment that looks at alcohol and drug use and the resultant harm across various life areas.
- Mental Health Therapy: Integrated care recognizing the high correlation between substance use and mental health challenges (co-occurring disorders).
- Peer Recovery Coaching: Assistance from certified professionals who have lived experience, helping clients create a customized recovery plan built upon their strengths, needs, and recovery goals.
- Iowa Domestic Abuse Program (IDAP): Separate educational groups for male and female clients focused on making positive behavioral changes and aligning choices with personal values.
- Sober Living: Contracted services provide supportive sober living homes for homeless individuals struggling with addiction, complete with case management and referrals to community resources. Eunoia, specifically, is a sober living house designed for women.
- Driving Driver Education Classes: Educational programs available to address behaviors associated with impaired driving.
The dedicated team at Family Access Center is committed to providing care that meets clients where they are, ensuring a supportive environment throughout the recovery journey. They also offer Telehealth options and serve residents in the Clay area.
FAQs
- What age groups does the Family Access Center in Spencer serve?
The center provides services and support for children (ages 3-12), teens (ages 13-17), and adults.
- Do I need a referral to receive services?
While individuals can self-schedule appointments for substance use or mental health evaluations, specific evidence-based family services like Solution-Based Casework and Safe Care are only available when a family is referred by DHS (Department of Human Services).
- What types of payment are accepted?
The Family Access Center accepts Medicare, and clients are encouraged to call the primary number, (712) 580-3030, to inquire about specific payment assistance or insurance plans accepted.

