Interviews and examines abused children for sexual and physical abuse. Provides psychological assessment and treatment for children. Teaches children about the difference between good and bad touches.

Abuse response, detection, investigation, treatment and follow-up services for child victims of abuse.

STAR Center (formerly know as Regional Child Protection Center) brings together a multi-disciplinary team of professionals in the investigation, treatment and prosecution of child abuse cases in Central Iowa. These services are offered in an easy-to-access, child-friendly location by individuals dedicated to putting the child's health, well-being and safety first.

Drug Endangered Children program (DEC) provides services for infants and children who have been exposed to drugs before birth (or through a parent's illicit drug use or manufacturing). DEC is dedicated to protecting Iowa's children through a multi-disciplinary collaboration of services. Early identification and intervention for children exposed to drugs is the emphasis, so they can live a healthier life.

Forensic interviews when requested by law enforcement or Child Protective Services. A child interview specialist will conduct a video-taped forensic interview with the child. One of the goals of this interview is to reduce the number of times the child must tell the story of his/her abuse.

Medical exams to evaluate children who are suspected to have been abused or neglected.

Assessment and referrals by mental health professionals, who assess each child's needs and refer them to the appropriate therapy, support groups, and other resources. Families also receive help in "understanding the system".

Multidisciplinary teams consisting of law enforcement, Child Protective Services, medical professionals, prosecution, school personnel, Project Harmony staff, and other professionals regularly review cases to make certain children do not fall through the cracks. Teams work toward making changes and finding solutions to any problems in reporting and investigating child abuse, permanency, treatment, and system issues.

Anyone can refer a case to the teams; call and include:
The child's name
Date of birth
School
Protective Service Worker's name
The reason for the referral

Training to professionals and volunteers.

The clinic in Postville offers specialty and primary health care services including offering family practice physicians to provide primary health care for all ages. Services include: Birth control counseling, Child abuse medical evaluations, Childhood immunizations, General obstetrics, General physical examinations, Gynecology services, Confidential HIV testing, Pregnancy testing, Seasonal flu vaccinations, Sexually transmitted disease screening, Shingles immunizations, and Well baby care.