Des Moines, IA has recorded 19 WARN filings affecting 847 workers over the past 24 months. The largest filer is UnityPoint Health, with 84 workers affected. Of these, 3 involved facility closures and 14 were layoff events. Filing dates range from May 28, 2024 through Apr 14, 2026. Des Moines represents 7% of Iowa workers affected by WARN filings in this period.

Last 24 Months

Workers Affected
847
Filings
19
Companies Affected
13
Share of Iowa
6%
of 321 state filings
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Monthly Trend

Monthly avg: 35/mo

Laid off in Des Moines?

If your employer filed a WARN notice affecting workers in Des Moines, you are entitled to 60 days advance written notice before your last day. During the notice period, you remain employed with regular pay and benefits. If your employer gave less than 60 days notice, you may be entitled to back pay and benefits for each day of the shortfall. After your last day, file for unemployment insurance with your state workforce agency as soon as possible. Review your COBRA options to continue health coverage for up to 18 months. Visit your local America's Job Center for free career counseling, resume help, and retraining vouchers.

File for Iowa Unemployment Insurance

Apply online at your state workforce agency. You may be eligible before your last day.

COBRA and Health Coverage

Continue your employer health plan for up to 18 months, or compare lower-cost options on the Health Insurance Marketplace.

Your Rights Under the WARN Act

Employers with 100 or more employees must give 60 days written notice before mass layoffs or plant closings.

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Free career counseling, resume help, job search assistance, and retraining programs through CareerOneStop.

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Job Centers Near Des Moines

America's Job Centers offer free career counseling, resume help, job search assistance, and retraining vouchers for WARN-affected workers. Ask about Rapid Response services.

IowaWORKS Center - Des Moines
200 Army Post Road, Des Moines, IA 50315

About This Data

All data on this site is sourced from official WARN Act filings published by state workforce agencies. Filings are updated regularly but may not reflect same-day submissions. Coverage varies by state.

Des Moines Filings

All Closures Layoffs 202620252024
CompanyTypeWorkersEffectiveFiled
UnityPoint Health 3x in 12 mo
1200 Pleasant St
Layoff 3 2026-07-24 2026-04-14
UnityPoint Health 3x in 12 mo
1776 West Lakes Pkwy Ste 400
Layoff 5 2026-07-24 2026-04-14
UnityPoint Health 3x in 12 mo
6100 Thornton Ave Ste 250
Layoff 76 2026-07-24 2026-04-14
MercyOne
1111 6th Ave
Layoff 67 2026-03-17 2026-01-26
Insane Impact
7700 SW 22nd St
Closure 90 2025-12-17 2025-11-10
Burlington Trailways
1614 E Euclid Ave
Closure 8 2025-10-18 2025-09-18
Maverik
1150 Locus St Suite 301
Layoff 100 2025-10-06 2025-08-06
FedEx
700 S West 9th St
Layoff 84 2025-09-01 2025-06-30
Fidelity & Guaranty Life Business Services
801 Grand Ave
Layoff 103 2025-06-02 2025-05-27
United States Cellular
3801 Merle Hay Road
Layoff 11 2025-06-02 2025-04-07
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