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1. Will I be notified when there is a closing due to bad weather?

In the event of bad weather, Linn County will announce on local WMT radio and KCRG-TV9 if Options will be closed. Just because local schools are closed, doesn’t mean Options is closed.

2. What are the Options hours and drop off/pick up times?

The Options facility at 1240 26th Ave Court SW is open and staffed from 8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Options is closed weekends and for 13 holidays during the year.

Please note: drop off times are 8:45 - 9:00 a.m., and pick up times are 1:30 - 1:45 p.m.  

3. Is there a consumer handbook?

The Options Consumer Handbook can be viewed here.

4. Does Options provide transportation?

Options provides transportation to/from Day Hab outings, within programming hours. 

Monthly city bus passes may be purchased at the Ground Transportation Center, 450 1st Ave SE, Cedar Rapids. Cost of bus fares differ from full to discounted for passengers with disabilities. Check with the Ground Transportation Center to see if you qualify for discounts.

Linn County LIFTS provides transportation for residents in Linn County. Call LIFTS at 892-5170, to check if there is a route near you. LIFTS rides are $3 per ride. LIFTS tokens may be purchased at Options for $60 for 20 tokens. Checks should be made out to LIFTS.

5. Are there any volunteer opportunities?

Yes, Options provides many different volunteer opportunities during programming hours. Options is fortunate to have relationships with many community businesses that also provide volunteer opportunities, including: 

• Catherine McCauley Center-food pantry
• Christ Episcopal Church
• Families Helping Families-organize donated clothing
• HACAP-food reservoir
• Horizons Family Services-Meals on Wheels
• Metro Catholic Outreach
• Mt. Mercy University
• Salem Church-Sunday bulletins
• Veterans Affairs-food pantry
• Waypoint.

6. Is Options going to close?

No, we do not forsee Options closing in the near future.