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Community Support Advocates We are a non-profit that partners with individuals living with disabilities & mental health diagnoses Follow us on our social media pages for updates!
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CSA program was formed to assist persons with mental illness, intellectual disabilities, or other developmental disabilities in gaining access to appropriate housing, needed medical services, and interrelated social, vocational, and educational services. These services are driven by consumer choice, with a focus on individualized community services and supports, and maximum community integration. Twitter - https://twitter.com/CSA_DSM
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/csa_dsm/

10/15/2026

🤩We Are Momentum❤️‍🔥

If you enjoyed this year's art exhibition, learning more about the artists we serve, and are excited for our upcoming happenings, we hope you'll consider supporting this work.

Donations to our studio can be made at: https://ow.ly/6YoA50ZYfy0

10/11/2026

Meet our Momentum artist, Spencer Gift!

Spencer found a sense of community and second home at our Momentum studio.

Besides being an amazing artist printing original 3d works, he also volunteers at the studio and creates a sense of belonging for other artists!

Today is World Mental Health Day! At Community Support Advocates, we believe in creating hope together and supporting in...
10/10/2026

Today is World Mental Health Day! At Community Support Advocates, we believe in creating hope together and supporting individuals living with disabilities and mental health diagnoses. Let’s break the stigma, raise awareness, and encourage open conversations about mental health.
You are not alone; support is always available.

We owe a HUGE thank you to Fareway and Filling Hearts and Souls!Fareway donated $250 for groceries and supplies and fill...
10/07/2026

We owe a HUGE thank you to Fareway and Filling Hearts and Souls!

Fareway donated $250 for groceries and supplies and filling hearts and souls volunteer to assemble and prepare these wonderful charcuterie board for our event.

Thank you both for your dedication to the community and for helping Works of Growth & Recovery continue as an esteemed artist exhibition event.

10/06/2026

Meet our Momentum artist, Freedom Andrews!

Freedom talks early inspiration, art as a meditative practice, and the importance of being environmentally conscience in this artist interview.

To get involved with Freedom's litter clean up initiative, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/p/Conscious-Star-Pickup-100092488485774/

10/03/2026

Meet our Momentum artist, Sora Anderson!

Sora expresses his appreciation for a free and inclusive space to come and work on his art and shares his passion for advocating for trans rights through art.

Thank YOU for making Works of Growth & Recovery 2026 a success!We had a wonderful turn out and enjoyed an uplifting even...
10/02/2026

Thank YOU for making Works of Growth & Recovery 2026 a success!

We had a wonderful turn out and enjoyed an uplifting evening of art and connection.

If you missed out on the opening night - don't fret! The show will be up at Olson-Larsen Galleries through the weekend, then will be at the Des Moines Public Library's downtown location during October, before a final showcase at Momentum's Mainframe gallery for First Friday on November 6.

Be sure to see it!

A special thank you to our presenting sponsors Olson-Larsen Galleries and Optimae Lifeservices as well as this year's guest juror Seso Marentes!

🌃TONIGHT We present the 22nd Annual Works of Growth & Recovery Art Exhibition!Join us as we celebrate central Iowa artis...
10/01/2026

🌃TONIGHT

We present the 22nd Annual Works of Growth & Recovery Art Exhibition!

Join us as we celebrate central Iowa artists who participate in Momentum. For some this is the first time in our show, for others - this an opportunity to come back year after year to take part in this healing event.

When: Thursday, October 1
Time: 4-7pm (4-5 is our low stimulation sensory hour)
Where: Olson-Larsen Galleries - 542 5th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265
Who: Everyone!

Free and open to the public. Heavy appetizers will be provided.

09/30/2026

Meet our Momentum artist, Emma Bowen!

Emma share about how Momentum personally impacted her and the power she hopes it holds for others, as well as her journey to becoming Momentum's program coordinator and philosophy what the studio is.

Be sure to swing by tomorrow at Olson-Larsen from 4-7pm and say hi to Emma and lots of other amazing artists at Momentum's 22nd annual Works of Growth & Recovery juried art exhibition: https://teamcsa.org/event/22nd-annual-works-of-growth-recovery-juried-art-exhibition/

Address

1516 Valley West Drive
West Des Moines, IA
50266

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+15158831776

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