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Iowa Reduces Behavioral Health Regions, Boosts Support Services

7/2/2025

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Iowa has streamlined its behavioral health, aging, and disability services from 14 regions to just seven, with Pottawattamie County taking charge of regions one and four, covering 27 counties. Executive Director Suzanne Watson promises dedicated caseworkers will guide the community through this change, ensuring no one is left behind in the process.

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Story summary

Iowa has streamlined its behavioral health, aging, and disability services from 14 regions to just seven, with Pottawattamie County taking charge of regions one and four, covering 27 counties. Executive Director Suzanne Watson promises dedicated caseworkers will guide the community through this change, ensuring no one is left behind in the process.