One of Iowa’s oldest and most trusted nonprofits, EveryStep has been providing health care and community services since 1908.
We are committed to delivering exceptional care and support when it matters most. From hospice care and home health services to community health programs for growing families and grief and loss support, our dedicated team walks alongside individuals and families during life’s most challenging times, ensuring compassion, dignity and empathy. To learn more about EveryStep and our more than 30 programs and services, please visit www.everystep.org.
03/19/2026
⚠WARNING: CUTENESS ALERT⚠
Louie and the staff at EveryStep welcomed some special visitors to the office on Friday - and they were truly the greatest of all time!
Our colleague, Jayce Reed, brought in a couple of baby goats from her family's farm to meet the staff (and their kids who are on Spring Break).
No one enjoyed it more than Louie, our therapy dog! Follow him on Instagram and stay tuned for some fun video of him meeting the goats:
03/16/2026
Last week EveryStep traveled to Washington, D.C. to take part in AMCHP's annual conference!
The Association of Maternal & Child Health Programs is a nationwide collective of maternal and child healthcare providers who collaborate to improve health outcomes for families in every state.
03/15/2026
March is Social Work Month, and we’re proud to recognize and celebrate the incredible Social Workers at EveryStep.
Every day, our Social Workers show compassion, resilience, and dedication as they walk alongside individuals and families during some of life’s most challenging moments. Whether providing support, advocacy, guidance, or simply a listening ear, they make a profound difference in the lives of those we serve and in our communities. Their work reflects the heart of our mission — meeting people where they are, honoring their strengths, and helping them navigate the path forward with dignity and care.
To our EveryStep Social Workers: thank you for the empathy, expertise, and unwavering commitment you bring to your work each day. Your impact is felt far beyond what can be measured, and we are grateful for all that you do!
03/13/2026
We're adding to our team in Creston! We're looking for a Registered Nurse to join our Home Care team.
Browse job openings and apply today: www.everystep.org/about/careers
03/13/2026
EveryStep's annual fun & fantastic journey across Des Moines returns next month!
Register your team for the Amazing Fundraiser Today: www.everystep.org/amazing-fundracer
03/12/2026
Calling all campers in the Creston area: EveryStep's Amanda the Panda will be hosting the 'Soaring Your Way Through Grief' day camp on Saturday, April 18th at Creston Elementary School.
This camp is designed for kids dealing with a recent loss in their life - be it the death of a loved one, divorce, or a change of custody.
Join us for a day of fun, healing, and friendship! Sign up today:
03/11/2026
Do you know the signs of a serious pregnancy-related complication? Would you recognize them in a loved one? Knowing what to look for means you could do more than just help - you could help save a life.
Learn the urgent maternal warning signs that need immediate care. https://bit.ly/CDCHearHerAdvocates
03/10/2026
The women of EveryStep were honored to join Give Grace Give Hope, Inc on Monday in recognition of International Women's Day.
We joined in with hundreds of other volunteers to create 15,000 'Period Packs' to be distributed to girls and women in need at Iowa schools, shelters, and more.
Thank you to NCMIC's Melissa A. Knutson for your amazing work in creating this incredible charitable organization!
03/09/2026
Quitting to***co is one of the best things you can do for your health, and the health of your family. Quitline Iowa’s pregnancy program offers free services, dedicated female coaches and support, and nine free phone calls. Visit QuitlineIowa.org or call 1-800-QUIT-NOW to get started and quit for good.
03/09/2026
Another beautiful chapter in our ongoing series at Kavanagh House. Thank you, again, Central Iowa Blues Society, for your kindness and partnership!
03/08/2026
EveryStep is proud to celebrate International Women's Day today!
We wouldn't exist without strong women leading the way.
84% of our leadership team, 65% of our Boards of Trustees and Directors, and 90% of our staff are comprised of women at EveryStep.
Thank you for leading the way!
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One of Iowa’s oldest and most trusted non-profit organizations has a new name. HCI Care Services & Visiting Nurse Services of Iowa is now called EveryStep.
HCI Care Services & Visiting Nurse Services of Iowa is now called EveryStep.
Our people and our programs remain the same. Only our name has changed.
EveryStep is a name that has been six years in the making. During that time, HCI Hospice Care Services, Visiting Nurse Services of Iowa, Amanda the Panda and our more than 30 programs and services have come together under one umbrella, as part of one non-profit organization and a shared mission.
EveryStep is the same independent, non-profit organization with the people and programs Iowans have trusted for decades. Our family of community-based health care and support services offer compassion and guidance during life’s most challenging moments.
Today, our organization serves more than 60,000 people annually across 47 counties and dozens of programs. We have grown in our ability to offer care and support to people during vulnerable moments and difficult times. We have truly become stronger together.
However, our programs have been known under many different names – programs like HCI Hospice Care Services, Visiting Nurse Services of Iowa, Amanda the Panda, HCI Giving Tree, VNS Home Care, Community Voices, Hospice With Heart, VNS of Iowa Wellness, Stork's Nest, Storybook Project – and many more.
EveryStep has been named a "2019 Top Workplace" by the Des Moines Register and "Runner Up: Best Nonprofit" by the Des Moines Business Record. Learn more about us at www.everystep.org.
