Tanager

Inspire.
Empower.
Heal.

As Linn County’s first children’s human service agency, Tanager offers programs that focus on prevention, treatment, and outreach and serve over 4,000 children, teens, and young adults each year.

Prevention

Early intervention can help children and teens stay in school, stay out of trouble and lead healthier, happier lives.

Treatment

Through a comprehensive approach to treatment, our team offers an array of services to children and their families.

Outreach

We believe education and experiential learning is key in empowering children, families, communities, and systems.

Meraki Institute Presents Youth Mental Health First Aid

Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders in youth. This 6-hour training gives adults who work with youth the skills they need to reach out and provide initial support to children and adolescents (ages 6-18) who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem and help connect them to the appropriate care.

We believe better care leads to better outcomes.

RISE with Tanager

You can cultivate wellness and resilience using this holistic framework to engage in positive experiences that enhance your well-being.

News

The Importance of Playfulness in Adulthood

As a budding school therapist, I’ve had to introduce myself to many new forms of play the past few years. I wholeheartedly believe in the magical power of play can

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Find us at any of our three locations in Cedar Rapids or fill out a form to connect with us digitally.

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