UCS Healthcare

UCS Healthcare UCS Healthcare We believe each patient's treatment should be both individualized and holistic.

Click here to see addresses for all of our locations:
https://www.ucsonline.org/who-we-are/locations

UCS Healthcare (formerly known as United Community Services & Franklin Family Practice) offers one of the broadest arrays of behavioral and primary health care services in central Iowa. That is accomplished by offering a continuum of care that ranges from well baby care to geriatric medicine and a

broad range of mental health care services, psychiatry and substance use disorder treatment including medication assisted treatment. The team members at UCS Healthcare find great personal reward in using their skills and life experiences to partner with patients to achieve optimum health. UCS Healthcare is based in West Des Moines, Iowa, with locations in Ankeny and Knoxville, as well as through medication units embedded with 11 treatment providers across Iowa. UCS Healthcare does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law.

Sometimes it is hard to know when to reach out.Here are a few signs it might be time to talk to someone:- Sleep has been...
05/14/2026

Sometimes it is hard to know when to reach out.
Here are a few signs it might be time to talk to someone:

- Sleep has been off for a while
- Things that used to feel manageable no longer do
- Motivation has dropped significantly
- Relationships feel strained or distant
- There is a general sense that something is not quite right, but it is hard to name

These are not signs of weakness. They are signals worth paying attention to. A conversation with a provider does not require a crisis. It just requires a first step.

💜 UCSOnline.org/what-we-do/mental-health-therapy

05/13/2026

Medication Assisted Treatment during pregnancy is one of the questions we hear most often.

Here is LeeAnn, one of the nurse practitioners on our team at UCS Healthcare, walking through what MAT looks like for pregnant individuals, why it is considered safe, and how UCS Healthcare supports both the parent and baby throughout the process.

If you or someone you know has questions, our team is here to help.

💜 UCSOnline.org/what-we-do/medication-assisted-treatment

👋Meet Colton, the heart behind so many of our HR efforts.  Whether he's guiding new team members, answering questions, o...
05/12/2026

👋Meet Colton, the heart behind so many of our HR efforts. Whether he's guiding new team members, answering questions, or helping build a positive workplace culture, his passion for supporting people shines every day. We’re lucky to have him on our team. 🫶

Managing care just got a little easier.The UCS Healthcare Patient Portal gives people a secure way to stay connected bet...
05/11/2026

Managing care just got a little easier.

The UCS Healthcare Patient Portal gives people a secure way to stay connected between appointments. Send messages to the care team, request appointments, pay a bill, request financial assistance, and sign consents, all in one place.

To get started, email [email protected] to request login information.

💜 UCSOnline.org

Some of our Mental Health Counselors represented UCS at the Iowa Mental Health Counselors Association  (IMHCA) Conferenc...
05/08/2026

Some of our Mental Health Counselors represented UCS at the Iowa Mental Health Counselors Association (IMHCA) Conference this week, connecting with leaders, exploring new approaches, and championing the future of mental health care in Iowa. 🧠

Investing in continued learning helps us better support the mental health needs of our community, and we’re excited to see the ideas and inspiration they bring home! 📚🫶

Expanding access to care takes partnerships.UCS Healthcare works alongside agencies across Iowa, including organizations...
05/08/2026

Expanding access to care takes partnerships.

UCS Healthcare works alongside agencies across Iowa, including organizations like Community & Family Resources, to bring recovery services to more communities. These partnerships allow us to meet people closer to home, with the same compassionate, integrated care available at our full-service locations.

Serving Iowans well means working together.

💜 UCSOnline.org/who-we-are/locations

🎉Happy Work Anniversary to LeeAnn, our amazing Pediatric & Family Practice Nurse Practitioner!🎉For 8 years, LeeAnn has b...
05/07/2026

🎉Happy Work Anniversary to LeeAnn, our amazing Pediatric & Family Practice Nurse Practitioner!🎉

For 8 years, LeeAnn has been bringing skill, heart, and positivity to every patient encounter. Kids adore her, families trust her, and our team is lucky to have her.

Here’s to many more years of making a difference! 🫶

Small habits can support mental health over time.Regular sleep. Gentle movement. Staying connected to others. These are ...
05/07/2026

Small habits can support mental health over time.

Regular sleep. Gentle movement. Staying connected to others. These are not dramatic changes, but for many people they make a real difference.

There is no single path to feeling better, and that is okay. When those habits are not enough, talking to a provider is always an option.

🎉Happy Nurses Day!🎉To our amazing nurses: thank you for your strength, your empathy, and your dedication to every patien...
05/06/2026

🎉Happy Nurses Day!🎉

To our amazing nurses: thank you for your strength, your empathy, and your dedication to every patient who walks through our doors. We’re grateful for you today and every day.🫶

🎉Honoring One Year of Outstanding Care🎉Please join us in celebrating Lindsey on her 1‑year anniversary with UCS. Over th...
05/05/2026

🎉Honoring One Year of Outstanding Care🎉

Please join us in celebrating Lindsey on her 1‑year anniversary with UCS. Over the past year, she has embodied what nursing is all about: compassion, advocacy, teamwork, and unwavering commitment to those who need it most. ❤

Her contributions have strengthened our team and elevated the care we provide. We look forward to many more years of growth and impact together. 🫶

Wellness looks different at every stage of life.May is Older Americans Month, a time to recognize the importance of prev...
05/05/2026

Wellness looks different at every stage of life.

May is Older Americans Month, a time to recognize the importance of prevention, self-management, and staying connected to care. Regular checkups help catch concerns early. Social connection supports mental health. And managing chronic conditions does not have to feel overwhelming with the right team in place.

UCS Healthcare offers full family medical care for people of all ages.

💜 UCSOnline.org/what-we-do/medical-care

Address

1300 Woodland Avenue
West Des Moines, IA
50265

Opening Hours

Monday 6am - 7:30pm
Tuesday 6am - 7:30pm
Wednesday 6am - 7:30pm
Thursday 6am - 7:30pm
Friday 6am - 5pm
Saturday 6am - 2pm

Telephone

+15152803860

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