YMCA of Greater Des Moines

Child & Family Services — Youth Development in Des Moines, Iowa. YMCA of Greater Des Moines serves central Iowa with 7 branch locations, dozens of child care sites, summer day camps, and the Camp Y-Forest resident camp.

Phone: (515) 282-9622

Address: 501 Grand Avenue, Des Moines, Iowa, 50309

Website: https://www.dmymca.org

Languages: English, Spanish

Services offered: Early childhood education, afterschool, summer day camp, Camp Y-Forest resident camp, family centers, teen leadership, swim lessons

Ages served: All ages

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Frequently asked questions about YMCA of Greater Des Moines

How do I contact YMCA of Greater Des Moines?

You can call YMCA of Greater Des Moines at (515) 282-9622 or visit 501 Grand Avenue in Des Moines, Iowa. Their website is https://www.dmymca.org.

What services does YMCA of Greater Des Moines offer?

YMCA of Greater Des Moines offers Early childhood education, afterschool, summer day camp, Camp Y-Forest resident camp, family centers, teen leadership, swim lessons. Serves All ages. YMCA of Greater Des Moines serves central Iowa with 7 branch locations, dozens of child care sites, summer day camps, and the Camp Y-Forest resident camp.

Are services at YMCA of Greater Des Moines free or low-cost?

Many community child & family services providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call YMCA of Greater Des Moines at (515) 282-9622 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.

What languages does YMCA of Greater Des Moines support?

YMCA of Greater Des Moines reports providing services in: English, Spanish. If you need another language, ask about translation services or call 988 for free crisis support in English and Spanish.

Who is eligible for services at YMCA of Greater Des Moines?

YMCA of Greater Des Moines reports serving All ages. Eligibility can also depend on income, residency, and the specific service needed — call (515) 282-9622 to confirm before visiting.

What if I'm in crisis right now?

If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1; LGBTQ+ youth press 3.

In crisis? Call or text 988 for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1. For immediate danger call 911.