Life Happens.
We’re Here to Help.
We support workplaces, individuals, and communities. All our work is dedicated to the holistic well-being of every individual through our Employee Assistance Program workplace solution and community-based initiatives.
Life happens. We’re here to help. Your EFR benefits give you confidential access to counseling, resources, and tools to help you and your household members whenever you need it.
Support your workforce with more than just a benefit - partner with a team that delivers real outcomes with comprehensive, human-centric services to improve well-being, reduce risk, and strengthen workplace performance.
EFR offers supportive programs to the youth and families of central Iowa. Services include substance abuse, problem gambling & suicide prevention, counseling, substance abuse evaluation & referral, and juvenile diversion programs.
Our mission
Helping People Manage Life’s Challenges to Reach Their Full Potential
We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that supports communities, workplaces, and schools with comprehensive behavioral health services. We support communities with relevant prevention, intervention, and treatment services. No matter who you are, where you are, or what you’re going through, EFR can help.
Community-Based Services
Programs focusing on reducing risk factors, building resilience, and promoting healthy decision-making on a community-wide scale.
Substance Abuse Services
Assessments and referrals to local treatment programs for individuals living with or affected by suspected substance use disorder(s).
Counseling Services
Compassionate counseling and therapy services for individuals, couples, and families in the Des Moines, IA metro.
Student Assistance Program
School-sponsored confidential counseling for students and their families to support mental health, overcome obstacles, and achieve success.
How We Help
We support people in schools, at work, and in the community by offering supportive programs to individuals of central Iowa and across the nation.