Lutheran Services in Iowa

02/23/2026

Who is that one person who showed up for you?

In this episode of The Clinical Moment, we sit down with Michael, LSI clinician and singer, to talk about the power of showing up, especially for youth in juvenile detention centers who often feel unseen and unheard.

Michael shares:
• What it means to truly build a therapeutic relationship
• Why “the relationship is the intervention”
• How Solution-Focused and Narrative approaches help rewrite harmful labels
• What healthy relationships actually require
• How finding your voice changes everything

From courtrooms to counseling sessions to music, this conversation is about advocacy, authenticity, and the power of being that one person.

🎧 Listen here:

https://theclinicalmoment.alitu.com/episode/3c0d4818-17c5-431d-bad3-999ca0a3c381

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/who-is-your-one-trust-connection-and-the/id1869365874?i=1000750342400

https://open.spotify.com/show/0mXKLjnZXj9VG5TvVBhjaY

https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-clinical-moment-321066106/

In this episode of The Clinical Moment, hosts Amy Davis and Casey Baker sit down with Michael, an LSI clinician who works with youth in juvenile detention centers across Iowa and is also a singer in his personal life. Michael shares how showing up, including attending court hearings, can transform t...

02/21/2026

Thanks to the Regional Development Authority for their support of our Immigrant and Refugee Child Care Business Development program in Scott County. Their grant ensures that women maintain the support and supplies needed to start and maintain their childcare businesses in the local community. 💚

02/21/2026

Join our virtual class on Thursday, Feb 26 at 8:00 PM (90 min) and learn how to create a breastfeeding plan that sets you and your baby up for success! 🤱💛

Taught by an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).

Register today: https://bit.ly/4kp29lr

After you have registered, you will receive the invite for the virtual class with instructions on how to join class from the comfort of your home. Link will be sent to your email the day before class.

02/20/2026

The FDIC, HUD, and USDA are hosting the second part of a webinar series on community development partnerships to expand affordable housing for low- and moderate-income households in Iowa.

Learn how banks, donors, and community partners can collaborate with developers through loans, services, and investments to ensure the success of affordable housing projects. An FDIC examiner will also cover activities that may qualify for CRA consideration.

📅 Date: March 11th
💻 Register / Learn More: https://web.cvent.com/event/7927d000-de1e-4da1-9355-6236c5ca20ff/summary

This is a great opportunity for financial institutions, developers, and community partners to collaborate on solutions that create sustainable, affordable housing across Iowa.

We’re proud that Duaa Radhi, Asset Building Programs Supervisor at Lutheran Services in Iowa, will be part of this important conversation.

Register Today!

02/19/2026

Our Services for People With Disabilities team had an incredible time representing LSI at the People to People Career Fair at Iowa State University!

Our SFPD team showed up in full force, super cool, full of energy, and ready to share what it is like to support Iowans every single day. 💙

We are so grateful for the opportunity to connect with students who are excited about building meaningful, purpose driven careers. Thank you to ISU for having us. We had an absolute blast!

02/17/2026

Thank you to the Heistand Family Foundation for their continued support. Their $10,000 grant award is providing immigrant and refugee women with the support and supplies needed to start and maintain their in-home childcare businesses. 👏

02/17/2026

Strong co-parenting starts with healthy communication and consistency.

Our Co-Parenting Together class is designed to help parents build emotional security for their baby — whether parenting together or apart.

Join us on February 19 at 1:00 PM for this 90-minute session.

Register Today: https://bit.ly/4kp29lr

After you have registered, you will receive the invite for the virtual class with instructions on how to join class from the comfort of your home. Link will be sent to your email the day before class.

02/16/2026

Boundaries Are About Care, Not Guilt

If setting boundaries feels hard, you’re not alone. Many people were never taught how to protect their time, energy, and emotional well-being.

Healthy boundaries can help you:

✨ Protect your emotional energy
✨ Feel safer in relationships
✨ Reduce resentment and burnout
✨ Communicate your needs clearly
✨ Build relationships rooted in mutual respect

Setting a boundary isn’t selfish.

It’s an act of care for yourself and for the people in your life.
If you notice patterns like overextending, saying “yes” when you really mean “no,” or feeling emotionally drained, it may be time to explore a different way of showing up.

LSI Behavioral Health supports children, teens, and adults in learning how to set boundaries with confidence, clarity, and compassion. https://lsiowa.org/mental-health-services/

02/14/2026

Happy Valentine’s Day! 💕🍰

Yesterday, our Des Moines office had a pre-Valentine’s dessert competition, where staff showed off their sweet skills (and taste-tested everything, of course!). Fun, laughter, and a little friendly rivalry made for the perfect celebration. ❤️

02/14/2026

This Valentine’s Day, we’re celebrating the many ways LSI shows up — through support, opportunity, and care. Every service we offer is rooted in love. 💕
Love in action, every single day. Happy Valentine’s Day from all of us at LSI!

02/13/2026

LSI had a great time connecting with students at the Drake University Career Fair! We enjoyed sharing opportunities, meeting future leaders, and talking about meaningful careers that make a difference in our communities. 💙

02/12/2026

LSI was proud to partner with the Iowa Child Care Coalition (ICCC) for Childcare Day on the Hill yesterday.

Our team members met with Rep. Jerome Amos Jr. (Black Hawk County) and Rep. Bob Henderson (Woodbury County) to advocate for legislative actions that:

- Expand access to quality childcare
- Improve affordability for Iowa families
- Strengthen the stability of the childcare system
- Support the essential workforce that makes childcare possible

Thank you to ICCC and all partners working together to ensure that Iowa’s children, families, and childcare providers have the resources they need to thrive.