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Mental health care in Iowa: Reynolds tours Johnson County's new facility


Stakeholders behind Johnson County s new mental health facility urge Reynolds to address burdensome state regulations
Hoping to see the region s new GuideLink Center succeed as a third choice to a jail cell or emergency room, Reynolds visit was far from a celebration as the facilities supporters advocated for more state support.
Iowa City Press-Citizen
The $8.75 million center on Iowa City s south side will make 23-hour crisis observation, 5-day crisis stabilization, detoxification and a sobering unit available to the region.
Advocates say they hope the state will simplify billing procedures and make additional funds, including Medicaid, available to support the facility s work. ....

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