Andersen Burgher, Carolyn, Ann

With a location in Council Bluffs, Iowa, Heartland Family Service is a nonprofit agency that offers counseling services. Founded in 1875, the agency provides a variety of services to protect children, help adults and strengthen families. It provides educational and support services for more than 40,000 people annually in over 10 counties in Iowa. Heartland Family Service conducts parenting classes and offers employment opportunities for people affected with abuse, domestic violence and addictions. It provides professional counseling, domestic abuse, crime prevention and intervention programs. The agency organizes various recreational activities, such as discussion groups, exercise sessions, excursions and parties for senior citizens. It operates a family and child care resource center that offers conducts training sessions on issues related to child development. The agency also provides community education corporate and child care provider services. It maintains more than 10 office locations throughout eastern Nebraska and southwest Iowa.