Ellipsis

Ellipsis Ellipsis is Iowa’s most holistic provider of youth and family support services.

We work between what is and what’s possible so youth and families can reach happy, healthy outcomes. Ellipsis brings together Youth Homes of Mid-America (YHMA) and Youth Emergency Services & Shelter (YESS), both storied Iowa institutions with long histories of helping kids succeed. As Ellipsis, we create a community where kids and families are valued, hopeful, healthy and together. Our trained and

compassionate staff members assess individual needs and create a plan to overcome obstacles. Explore our programs to see how we’re creating new outcomes for those who need them most at EllipsisIowa.org. USDA Nondiscrimination Statement: https://www.fns.usda.gov/civil-rights/usda-nondiscrimination-statement-other-fns-programs

Let’s talk about impact. A $25 donation can help provide essentials such as hygiene products for teens in our care. Your...
09/04/2026

Let’s talk about impact. A $25 donation can help provide essentials such as hygiene products for teens in our care. Your support isn’t just generous — it’s transformational.

Help ensure youth who need our help have personal care items, like a toothbrush, to feel clean, safe and supported. Give today to make a difference. https://bit.ly/4gBO0RD

Small wins can make a big difference. Whether it’s getting through a tough day or taking that first step toward healing,...
09/02/2026

Small wins can make a big difference. Whether it’s getting through a tough day or taking that first step toward healing, we celebrate every bit of progress.

When you join our team, you have the chance to walk alongside Iowa youth as they experience these moments between what is and what’s possible — moments where they build resilience, confidence and a clearer, brighter vision for their future. Check out our open positions today. EllipsisIowa.org/about/careers/

September is Su***de Prevention Awareness Month. We are creating a community where every young person feels seen, heard ...
09/01/2026

September is Su***de Prevention Awareness Month. We are creating a community where every young person feels seen, heard and supported. Learn how Ellipsis serves youth through our outpatient therapy and behavioral health intervention services: https://bit.ly/4cbqk5d

Ellipsis assesses for Adverse Childhood Experiences, or ACEs, during intake to better understand the trauma many young p...
08/31/2026

Ellipsis assesses for Adverse Childhood Experiences, or ACEs, during intake to better understand the trauma many young people have faced before age 18. More than half of Ellipsis youth have an ACE score of four or more, with the average ACE score among those we serve being 4.2. For reference, only 15.8% of all Americans report an ACE score of four or more.

The ACE scores we see reflect the significant adversity many kids and families in our community are carrying, but they do not define what comes next.

With the right support, healing is possible. Read more on our blog: https://bit.ly/4gIeJMC

West Bank Strong shows up for Ellipsis in more ways than one — on our board, through volunteer and executive support, an...
08/28/2026

West Bank Strong shows up for Ellipsis in more ways than one — on our board, through volunteer and executive support, and now with a grant for general program support awarded this week. That's what real partnership looks like. Thank you, West Bank.

Pictured from left to right: Chris Andersen, Chief Philanthropy Officer at Ellipsis; Kelly Hannan, CEO at Ellipsis; and Kirk Besh, Senior Vice President at West Bank and board member at Ellipsis.

We want teens to feel empowered to be themselves, improve their mental health and reach their goals. As they transition ...
08/28/2026

We want teens to feel empowered to be themselves, improve their mental health and reach their goals. As they transition back to the classroom and more social settings, help remind them:

Want to make a difference in the lives of Iowa youth? All you need is a whole lot of heart. 💚Whether you’re interested i...
08/26/2026

Want to make a difference in the lives of Iowa youth? All you need is a whole lot of heart. 💚

Whether you’re interested in volunteering, donating or hosting a supply drive, there’s a place for you at Ellipsis.

Explore ways to get involved: EllipsisIowa.org/get-involved.

A gift of $30 provides a youth with the opportunity to experience a movie at the theater — maybe for the first time! A d...
08/25/2026

A gift of $30 provides a youth with the opportunity to experience a movie at the theater — maybe for the first time! A donation of this amount or more is a small act that sends a powerful message: Creating positive experiences and memories matters.

Please consider giving today: https://tr.ee/yvKK4lKCi5

Wishing all the kids in our community a great first week of school! Share your first-day-of-school moments with us in th...
08/24/2026

Wishing all the kids in our community a great first week of school! Share your first-day-of-school moments with us in the comments below.

Teaching life skills is essential — and building financial confidence is one of the most important skills our youth can ...
08/21/2026

Teaching life skills is essential — and building financial confidence is one of the most important skills our youth can learn. From budgeting to goal setting, our staff helps them understand how to manage money and create financial independence that lasts into adulthood.

It’s one more way we help young people step forward with strength. https://tr.ee/IR8l5oRNL7

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7225 NW 58th Street
Johnston, IA
50131

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+15152433459

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