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About Ember Recovery, Inpatient Addiction Treatment for Teens and Young Adults

Ember Recovery is part of YSS, one of Iowa’s oldest and largest youth-serving nonprofit organizations.

In 1976, YSS (then “Youth & Shelter Services”) was established as Iowa’s first emergency shelter for youth. From the beginning, the organization’s mission was to provide hope and opportunity to kids.

Nearly five decades later, YSS continues to do just that. With nearly 40 programs in six communities across the state, YSS is changing and saving lives daily. YSS empowers youth by providing education to build healthy minds and bodies, counseling to overcome life’s challenges, and stability to focus on the future.

Ember Recovery is part of this vision. Addiction recovery has been an integral part of YSS since its early days and continues to be a focus for the organization today. More than 5,000 youth have come through Ember’s doors seeking help and hope.

At Ember, we know that treatment works and recovery is possible. Our staff is committed to addressing not only the immediate needs of the youth but their needs as they transition back to their homes and communities. Our skilled and experienced team of professionals is trained in a wide range of therapeutic approaches to serve you and your family.

Our Campuses for Inpatient Addiction Treatment for Youth in Iowa

Set in traditional and warm homes, Ember Recovery’s environment is inviting and comfortable. Both locations, our drug rehab for boys and our drug rehab for girls for 12-17 year olds, are modified to suit teen group living where each individual receives treatment and resides with us for the duration of their inpatient treatment. Additionally, we have a program for young adults, centering on 18-24 year olds and their unique differences. Our homes offer inclusive treatment for LGBTQIA+ teens, and we approach each person individually, placing them in the environment where they feel most comfortable.

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Our Vision

To provide hope and opportunity by putting our youth population first.

Core Values

  • Commitment
  • Collaboration
  • Compassion
  • Innovation
  • Integrity
  • “Can Do” Spirit

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Is A Young Person in Your Life Showing Signs of Substance Use?

Ember Recovery provides a lifetime of support for a lifetime of recovery. Contact the team at Ember Recovery, inpatient addiction treatment for teens and young adults, today for more information on our addiction treatment programs for teens.

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