Abundant Faith Christian Center - NAMI

Abundant Faith Christian Center 

2525 Taylor Avenue 

Springfield, IL 62703 

(217) 585-4000 Voice 

(217) 527-1006 Voice - Supportive Services 

www.abundantfaith.org 

info@abundantfaith.org 

James Smylie, Lead Pastor 

Donna Smylie, Pastor 

Site Hours: Worship Service Times at Taylor Campus: 

- Sunday Worship Service 9:00 & 11:00 am 

- Children's Church: 11:00 am (Except 4th Sunday) 

- Sunday School: 9:30 am (Except 4th Sunday) 

- Wednesday Worship & Bible Study: 6:30 pm 

Services 

HOUSING 

Description: Abundant Faith Ministries offers a number of supportive living and housing 

facilities to the Springfield community. 

The Haven House Project is created to provide both single women and women with 

children a peaceful and structured environment that assists in transition from 

crisis-dominated lives to lives focused on self-determination and peace. Through this 

transitional housing program, Abundant Faith Supportive Services (AFSS) offers 

supportive services (directly or through referrals) like counseling, educational programs, 

quality child care, job training, that assist women in removing barriers that hinder them 

and their children from reaching their full potential as individuals, as family members, and 

participants in the communities in which they reside. 

Haven Apartments is an 8-unit apartment complex located at 2501 Empowerment Drive in 

Springfield, Illinois. This permanent housing project will serve single homeless disabled 

women, disabled women with children and homeless disabled families. Abundant Faith 

Supportive Services will assist residents with overcoming individual barriers, which have 

hindered them from achieving self-sufficiency and stability. 

King's Court is an 18 unit apartment complex located at 2641 East Cook Street in 

Springfield, Illinois. What was once a run down, crime infested motel, is now an attractive 

housing complex dedicated to providing families with low to moderate incomes an 

attractive, stable and safe environment in which to live and raise their families. For more 

information, call (217) 527-1003. 

The Men's Transitional House is a 5 bed facility, located at 716 Livingston in Springfield 

and operated by Abundant Faith Christian Center to serve homeless men. The target 

population is single men ages 21 and up, who can live independently and follow the 

shelter rules. Our mission is to assist them in learning Christian principles and becoming 

productive members of the community. Each man is assisted with developing a 

self-sufficiency plan which outlines goals they work toward to help them to overcome 

individual challenges, secure an income and obtain permanent housing. 

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ADV & SAS 

Administration 

510 North Bloomington Street, 1st Floor 

Streator, IL 61364 

P.O. Box 593 

Streator, IL 61364 

(800) 892-3375 Toll-free - 24 hour Crisis Line 

(815) 672-2353 Voice - Admin 

(815) 672-4842 FAX 

www.advsas.org 

mmorrison@advsas.org 

Margaret M. Morrison, Executive Director 

Hours: 24 hour service. 

Area Served: Livingston and LaSalle Counties. 

Accessibility: Residential shelter is accessible. Outreach services available in accessible 

locations. 

Eligibility: Survivors of domestic violence and/or sexual assault. 

Maximum Income Guidelines: None. 

Documents Needed: None. 

Fees: No fees. 

Referral Procedures: Access to services is through the toll-free crisis line. 

Site Hours: Office hours: M-F, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm; 24 hour crisis services. 

Services 

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE 

Description: ADV & SAS provides crisis shelter for those who are victims of domestic 

violence and sexual assault. They also provide legal advocacy, preventative education, 

and supportive counseling. 

Allendale Association 

600 W. Grand Avenue 

Lake Villa, IL 60046 

PO Box 1088 

Lake Villa, IL 60046 

(847) 356-2351 Voice 

(847) 356-4288 FAX 

(888) 255-3631 Toll-free 

www.allendale4kids.org 

Mary Shahbazian, President 

Ron Howard, Vice-President 

Hours: M-F, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm. 

Area Served: Primarily Lake, Cook, McHenry, DuPage, and Winnebago Counties, but serves 

the state of Illinois. 

 

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Allendale Association 

Services 

RESIDENTIAL SERVICES 

Description: Allendale Association's Residential Treatment Programs and Services 

consists of a 148 bed residential treatment program which includes a 100 acre main 

campus on Cedar Lake in Lake Villa, IL, a 20-bed facility in Benet Lake, WI (approximately 

15 miles north of the main campus), two community based group homes in Waukegan, IL 

and a community based group home for girls in Highland Park, IL. 

Individual units serve as homes for 8-14 children or adolescents and are designed to 

serve a particular population grouped by age, diagnostic profile, and social/emotional 

functioning level. These programs serve both male and female children and adolescents 

ranging in age from 7-21 who are experiencing a wide variety of problems. The more 

common "labels" are emotional/behavioral disability, oppositional defiant disorder, 

attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, depression, post traumatic stress disorder, anxiety 

disorders, bipolar disorders, pervasive developmental disorders, schizophrenia and other 

psychotic disorders. 

While each child's course of treatment is individualized, the following treatment 

components are available to all in placement, as determined by multidisciplinary 

treatment planning: 

-Psychological Testing and Assessment 

-Psychiatric Services and Consultation 

-Individual Psychotherapy 

-Family Therapy 

-Process Oriented Psychotherapy Groups 

-Psycho educational Group Counseling 

-Therapeutic Milieu Based Treatment 

-Diagnostic Educational Assessment 

-Individualized Education Planning 

-On Campus special Education or Local Public School Attendance 

-Therapeutic Recreation and Experiential Outdoor Education 

-Vocational Assessment and Training (14 yrs and older) 

-Substance Abuse Assessment and Education 

Eligibility: Must be age 7-20 (males) and 13-20 (females) for admission into the 

residential program. 

Documents Needed: Photo ID, birth certificate, proof of residency, Social Security card, 

immunization record. 

Fees: Fixed fees, private insurance accepted. 

Referral Procedures: By appointment. 

TRANSITIONAL HOUSING 

Description: Transitional Living Program offers 2 sets of aggregate apartment housing 

with 24 hours of on-site supervision for youth ages 17-20 preparing to live on their own. 

Program sites are in Zion, IL. The program provides furnishings, case management, 

community service linkage, and advocacy. 

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Amanda Brooke 

1402 E. College, Bldg C 

Normal, IL 61761 

(309) 454-2322 Voice 

(309) 454-5540 FAX 

Sandy Wilburn, Assistant Manager 

Hours: M-F, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm; closed noon to 1:00 pm 

Services 

HOUSING 

Description: Independently owned subsidized housing for low-income families, people 

with disabilities and the elderly. Must apply at the site; frequently the waiting list is 1 to 2 

years. 

Angler's Manor 

1017 S. Mercer Avenue 

Bloomington, IL 61701 

(309) 663-6527 Voice 

Jamie Hart, Community Manager 

Hours: M-F, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 

Area Served: McLean 

Accessibility: Full wheelchair access 

Eligibility: Must meet HUD qualifications. Must be 62 and older. 

Services 

HOUSING 

Description: Subsidized housing serving the elderly (62+) and individuals with 

disabilities. Rent is approximately 30% of income. 

Referral Procedures: Pre-application required to rent. Possible waiting list. Please call 

for more information. 

Aunt Martha's Youth Service Center and Health Center 

1777 East Court Street 

Kankakee, IL 60901 

(877) 692-8686 Toll-free - (877-MY-AUNT-M) 

(815) 928-6225 FAX 

(815) 937-5413 Voice - ADAPT Program 

(815) 928-6222 Voice 

www.AuntMarthas.org 

Jennifer White Goehrig, Division Administrator 

 

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Aunt Martha's Youth Service Center and Health Center 

Services 

On Your Own 

Description: On Your Own serves youth, ages 14-20, who live in Kankakee or Will 

County and meet the following criteria: 

-Do not have a place to live; 

-Cannot return to the home of their parents or guardian; and, 

-Do not have the skills needed to live on their own without their parents or guardian. 

Our staff provide a response to the immediate crisis, help stabilize the youth, and work 

with the youth to find permanent housing, identify the resources and build the skills 

necessary to succeed on their own. 

"On Your Own" Core Services: 

-Crisis intervention 

-Case management 

-Mentoring 

-Life skills training 

-Housing advocacy 

-Education advocacy 

-Employment skills training 

-Limited financial assistance, including funds for food and clothing 

-Referrals to other local service providers 

RUNAWAY SERVICES 

Description: Aunt Martha’s Comprehensive Community Based Youth Services assist 

youth who are runaways, lock-outs or Minors Requiring Authoritative Intervention and 

their family members. The program helps stabilize the youth and divert them from more 

serious difficulties. The youth receive crisis intervention; temporary housing (up to 21 

days); individual, family and group counseling; linkage and referral; advocacy and 

transportation. 

The Baby Fold 

108 E. Willow Street 


(309) 452-1170 Voice 

(309) 452-0115 FAX - Main Fax Number 

www.thebabyfold.org 

Dale Strassheim, President & CEO 

Kate Kirby, Development and Public Relations Assistant 

Public transportation accessible. 

Hours: M-F, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm 

Area Served: Primarily McLean County, but may extend further, depending on the program. 

Other Languages: Spanish. 

 

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The Baby Fold 

Sites 

1. Baby Fold - Family Center 

612 Oglesby Avenue 


(309) 454-1770 Voice 

(309) 454-9257 FAX 

Karen Major, Director of Family & Community Services 


Services 


Description: Baby Fold's Residential Treatment Center serves children with severe 

behavioral disorders, psychiatric disorders, learning disabilities, and victims of trauma. 

Eligibility: Children, ages 3 through 13, who are in need of a highly structured, positive 

living environment with accompanying specialized mental health treatment and/or 

residential school services. 

Fees: Payment is through the referring agency. 

Referral Procedures: Referrals accepted by the Illinois Department of Human Services 

(DHS), the Illinois Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS), and public school 

districts throughout Central Illinois. 

Sites: 1 

Baptist Children's Home and Family Services 

949 County Road 1300 N. 

Carmi, IL 62821 

(618) 382-4164 Voice - Administration 

(618) 382-4165 Voice - Residential Care 

www.bchfs.com 

Doug Devore, LSW, ACSW, Executive Director 

Scott D. Kiser, LMFT, Director of Residential Care 

Area Served: State of Illinois 

Fees: Except for some fees related to adoptions, services are provided regardless of a client's 

ability to pay. 

BCH Residential Care 

Services 

Description: At our Baptist Children’s Home (BCH) campus in Carmi we provide 

residential care for children ages 8 to 18 who are experiencing emotional or behavioral 

difficulties as well as children who have been victimized by abuse, neglect or 

abandonment. Children are housed by gender and live in eight-capacity cottages under 

the care of loving, Christian BCH houseparents. 

Through individual, group and family therapy, children learn to identify and move away 

from self-defeating habits and into positive, outwardly focused habits. Therapeutic 

recreation is also provided by a full-time recreational therapist. 

All children attend a local Baptist church, the public school and are encouraged to 

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participate in community activities. Special care is given to the educational, spiritual and 

emotional growth of each child. 

Booth House Emergency Shelter 

The Salvation Army Corps Building 

525 Alby Street 

Alton, IL 62002 

(618) 465-7764 Voice 

(618) 433-0262 FAX 

Toni Wells, Shelter Director 


Hours: 24/7 

Area Served: Madison and surrounding counties and St. Louis area, though the shelter will 

accommodate anyone from Illinois. 


SHELTER 

Services 

Description: Emergency shelter for single men (15 beds) and women with or without 

children (15 beds); meals provided; linked with local agencies; must save 75% of income; 

can stay up to four months. 

In addition to shelter, The Salvation Army provides a food pantry and emergency social 

services (utility, Rx and rent assistance). Contact the Emergency Social Services Director 

for additional information. 

Eligibility: Over 18, with ID and medications if individual has mental health diagnosis. 

Sex offenders cannot be served. 

Documents Needed: Photo ID. 

Referral Procedures: By phone; walk-in. 

Briarwood II Apartments 

100 Northfield Drive, #3J 


(309) 888-9478 Voice 

www.dominiuminc.com 

brwood@dominiuminc.com 

Theresa Reiterman, Community Manager 

Hours: M-F, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm 

First & last Sat of the month, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm 

Services 

 

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Briarwood II Apartments 

HOUSING 

Description: Subsidized housing for low- to moderate-income families, the elderly (62+) 

and physically challenged individuals. 

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet 

249 S. Schuyler Avenue, Suite 300 


(815) 933-7791 Voice 

(815) 932-3030 FAX 

www.cc-doj.org 

Glenn Van Cura, Executive Director 

Hours: M-F, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm. 

Area Served: Ford, Iroquois, and Kankakee counties. 

Other Languages: Spanish 

Documents Needed: Photo ID. 


Referral Procedures: Phone or walk in. 

Services 


Description: Eight units are maintained for homeless families with children. With a goal 

of self-sufficiency, families receive housing and case management for up to two years. 

Documents Needed: Proof of homelessness. 

Fees: Rent amounts are based on HUD standards. 

Center for Women in Transition (CWT) 

508 E. Church Street 

Champaign, IL 61820 

(217) 352-7151 Voice 

(217) 352-1035 FAX 

http://www.cwt-cu.org/ 

info@cwt-cu.org 

John Sullivan, Executive Director 

Cynthia Hulsizer, Director, HR and Administration 

Hours: 24/7 

Area Served: Champaign County 

Services 

HOMELESS SERVICES 

Description: The Center for Women in Transition (CWT) is a not-for-profit agency in 

Champaign-Urbana, Illinois, that offers transitional housing and supportive services to 

women and their children who are experiencing homelessness or domestic violence. 

Our mission at CWT is two-fold: to provide women in need with a home and to foster and 

sustain their self-sufficiency. We also raise awareness about homelessness and advocate 

for women's empowerment in our community. 

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Center for Women in Transition (CWT) 

Services Provided: Transitional housing, affordable permanent housing, advocacy, case 

management, family and individual support, financial counseling, life skills, children's 

services, transportation, housing location, job preparation, counseling, support groups, 

referrals. 

Agency Mission: The Center for Women in Transition provides a continuum of services 

so that individuals and families can achieve safety, stability and self-sufficiency. 

Eligibility: Varies, depending on program. 

Fees: No fee. 

Champaign County Housing Authority 

205 W. Park Avenue 


(217) 378-7100 Voice 

(217) 378-7113 FAX 

(217) 363-7112 TTY 

www.hacc.net 

office@hacc.net 

Edward Bland, Executive Director 

Hours: M-F, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 

Area Served: Champaign County 

Services 

HOUSING 

Description: The HACC has expanded its scope of tenant services far beyond housing to 

include job skills training, in-home education programs and youth programs. Our goal is 

to support families and individuals as they strive to gain the education or skills to allow 

them to become tax-paying citizens. 

Eligibility: Serves individuals who are elderly, disabled, and/or low-income families. 

Cheney's Grove Township (Saybrook) 

204 South Street 

Saybrook, IL 61770 

(309) 475-2921 Voice 

(309) 475-8111 Voice - Commissioner 

Paul Bottles, Commissioner 

Services 

COOLING CENTERS 

Description: The Cheney's Grove Township Building is an official Cooling Center for 

folks during this recent extreme heat wave (June 29, 2012). 

Hours: M-F, 8:00 am - 7:00 pm 

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Chestnut Health Systems 

1003 Martin Luther King Drive 


(309) 827-6026 Voice - Counseling & Substance Abuse Services 

(309) 820-3501 Voice - Consumer Credit Counseling 

(309) 820-3627 Voice - Caregiver Connections 

(309) 829-4384 FAX 

www.chestnut.org 

info@chestnut.org 

Russell J. Hagen, CEO 

Celeste Brennan, Marketing & Communications Coordinator 


Area Served: Central Illinois, including DeWitt, Livingston, McLean counties, but dependent on 

program. 

Site Hours: Counseling & Family Services: M-Th, 8:00 am - 9:00 pm; F, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 

Services 

Supportive Housing Program 

Description: Chestnut Health Systems' Supportive Housing Program partners with HUD 

to assist individuals who are homeless find stable permanent living. Core services offered 

include: 

- Clinical Support - Counseling; assistance with psychiatric appointments; community 

support services to increase independent living skills including money management. 

- Case Management - Linkage and referral to community resources including 

transportation when available; advocacy for client's rights; job searches and assistance 

with resumes; apartment inspections by Chestnut maintenance staff; financial assistance 

with rent. 

Eligibility: Individuals with a mental illness, substance diagnosis, and homelessness 

may qualify for the Permanent Supportive Housing Program. This is a HUD funded 

program; therefore, rent is 30% of adjusted gross income. 

Referral Procedures: Individuals are referred by self-referral, friends, family and social 

service agencies. All referrals are placed on a waiting list and a referral form is completed. 

When an apartment becomes available, individuals on the waiting list are interviewed in 

person. 

Children's Home Association of Illinois 

Administration Building 

2130 N. Knoxville 

Peoria, IL 61603 

(309) 685-1047 Voice 

(309) 687-7299 FAX 

(855) 837-4673 Toll-free - (855-837-HOPE) 

www.chail.org 

Clete Winkelmann, President/CEO 

Julie A. Darnell, Director/Behavioral Health Services 

Hours: M-F, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm 

Line to HOPE: 24/7 

Area Served: State of Illinois, though first priority is given to children from Central Illinois. The 

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children and families involved in Children’s Home community-based programs are from 

Woodford, Tazewell or Peoria County. 

Services 

CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES 

Description: Children’s Home programs fall into three general categories: 

1) Live-in Care and Treatment - Providing residential units, group homes, 

supervised independent living and foster care for children who are experiencing severe 

social, emotional and/or behavioral problems . 

2) Special Education - Educating children who are experiencing behavioral, emotional or 

developmental challenges. 

3) Family Services - Offering a broad range of community services including in-home 

counseling, mental health services, crisis intervention, and prevention programs. 

Eligibility: Children's Home works with children of all ages, 0-21. The children who live at 

Children’s Home receive treatment for severe emotional and/or behavioral problems. 

Many of the children have problems as a result of having been abused physically, sexually 

and/or emotionally. 

Referral Procedures: Most children are referred by the Illinois Department of Children 

and Family Services, the Illinois Department of Mental Health and Developmental 

Disabilities, the Illinois Department of Corrections, or an area school district or special 

education association. 

Church of Christ, Uniting 

108 N. Pine Street 

Lexington, IL 61753 

PO Box 104 

Lexington, IL 61753 

(309) 365-8468 Voice 

http://www.lexcocu.org/ 

Jan Proeber, Pastor 

Services 


Description: The Church of Christ (at Pine & Walnut Streets) is an official Cooling Center 

for folks during this recent extreme heat wave (June 29, 2012). 

Hours: M-F, 7:00 am - 7:00 pm 

City of Bloomington - Government Center 

115 E. Washington Street 


(309) 888-5110 Voice 

www.mcleancountyil.gov 

Note: To report potholes in Bloomington: 

Call 434-2867 (434-BUMP) or e-mail pothole@cityblm.org 

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City of Bloomington - Government Center 

Services 


Description: The Government Center is an official Cooling Center available for folks 

during extreme heat waves. 

Hours: M-F, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm 

Community Action, Mid Central 

1301 W. Washington Street 


(309) 829-0691 Voice 

(309) 827-7070 Voice - CDV Hotline 

(888) 995-4673 Toll-free - Foreclosure Intervention 

(309) 828-8811 FAX 

www.mccainc.org 

mcca@mccainc.org 

Rockie Ziegler, Executive Director 

Deborah L. White, MS, ICDVP, Director of Planning & Resource Development 


Hours: M-F, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm 

Area Served: McLean and Livingston Counties. 


Accessibility: Full wheelchair access. 

Maximum Income Guidelines: Varies depending on program. 

Fees: Most programs are free. 

Referral Procedures: Please call for an appointment. LIHEAP walk-in day at the Bloomington 

office is Thursday. 

1. Community Action, Mid Central 



Sites 

(309) 829-0691 Voice 

(309) 827-7070 Voice - CDV Hotline 

(888) 995-4673 Toll-free - Foreclosure Intervention 

(309) 828-8811 FAX 

Rockie Ziegler, Executive Director 

2. Community Action, Mid Central - Mayors Manor 



(309) 829-0691 Ext. 271 Voice 

Site Hours: 

24 hour facility 

 

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Community Action, Mid Central 

Services 

Countering Domestic Violence 

Description: Countering Domestic Violence, a program of Mid Central Community 

Action, provides emergency domestic violence shelter for women and children at Neville 

House. Please see separate listing "Countering Domestic Violence." 

Sites: 1 

Mayors Manor 

Description: Permanent housing with supportive services for eligible adults (individuals 

who are homeless, have a disability, and/or have low incomes.) Tenants participate in 

regular case management sessions to work on goals toward self-sufficiency, receive life 

skills training, and are referred to other social services in the community as needed. 

Fees: Rent varies by income on select units. All utilities are included in the rent with the 

exception of phone and cable. 

Sites: 2 

Transitional Housing Program 

Description: Homeless individuals and families are provided with housing for up to two 

years while participating in bi-weekly case management services. Applicants must be 

working full-time or attending school and working at least part-time. Tenants pay 30% of 

their net income and are expected to work on goals toward self-sufficiency. Successful 

completion of the program results in increased financial stability and up to $1,000 of paid 

rental fees reimbursed to the tenant. 

Sites: 1 

Community Crisis Center (Kane & NW Cook Counties) 

P.O. Box 1390 

Elgin, IL 60120 

(847) 697-2380 Voice - 24/7 Crisis Line 

(847) 697-9740 Voice - En espanol 

(847) 742-4088 Voice - Business 

(847) 742-4057 TTY 

(847) 742-4182 FAX 

www.crisiscenter.org 

Gretchen Vapnar, Executive Director 

Hours: 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. 

Area Served: Primarily Kane County and NW Cook County. 

Other Languages: Spanish and others by interpreters. 

Fees: No Fee. The only fee-based service is the Batterer Intervention Program. 

Referral Procedures: Prefer an appointment. 

Services 

 

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Community Crisis Center (Kane & NW Cook Counties) 


Description: Services offered include a 24-hour hotline, emergency shelter, on-call 

trained volunteer advocates, help obtaining an order of protection, legal advocacy, 

individual counseling, children's services, and support groups. CCC's role is to support 

the victim, to provide information about resources that will help them move forward, to 

advocate for them when systems are blocking their progress, and to provide a safe place 

for the victim to stay when home is not safe. 

Documents Needed: Photo ID for shelters. 

Fees: No fee. 


Description: •Emergency shelter for women and their children needing a safe place to 

stay - 

If you don't have a place to call home, please call us. We have a 40-bed shelter for women 

and their children. Everyone deserves to have a safe place to sleep, eat, and plan. A case 

manager will work with you while you are here to help you make a service plan for you 

and your children. 

•This program provides room and board with meals, and 24-hour case management, 

counseling, and material assistance to those women and children who are in crisis and 

homeless. 


Description: Adult and Youth Transitional Living Programs (TLP) - Services available in 

the transitional living programs include case management, counseling, mentoring 

relationships, client transportation, material assistance, and a rent subsidy. 

Youth TLP has a focus on homeless youth, ages 18-20, providing housing assistance for 

young women who are transitioning out of the Community Crisis Center’s shelter. The 

Youth TLP will provide housing assistance for young homeless men if space is available 

and eligibility is met. The homeless youth program can provide housing assistance for 1-2 

youths per year. 

Adult TLP offers housing assistance to women and children ages 18 and over. The 

homeless adult program focuses on providing housing assistance to women and children 

who are transitioning out of the Community Crisis Center’s shelter. 

Community Elements (Champaign County Mental Health Services) 

1801 Fox Drive 


(217) 359-4141 Voice - Crisis Line 

(217) 693-4590 Voice - Access Department 

(217) 398-0172 FAX 

www.communityelements.org 

Sheila Ferguson, MSW, LCSW, Chief Executive Officer 

Sandra S. Fox, Executive Assistant to CEO 


Area Served: Champaign County area. 

 

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Community Elements (Champaign County Mental Health Services) 

Sites 

1. Community Elements - TIMES Center 

70 E. Washington 


(217) 398-7785 Voice 

(217) 398-7787 FAX 

Area Served: 

Champaign County. 

2. Community Elements - Roundhouse 

311 White Street 


(217) 359-5276 Voice 

(217) 359-6092 FAX 

Area Served: 

Champaign, Ford, and Iroquois Counties. 

Services 


Description: A Transitional Living program serving homeless men in Champaign County. 

The program can house 50 men in Level I and 20 in Level II. Clients receive an array of 

supportive services to help in preparation for independent living. The program also 

supports a community soup kitchen serving 3 meals daily, 7 days a week. 

Sites: 1 

HOMELESS SERVICES - YOUTH 

Description: Temporary homeless shelter serving community referred youth who are 

runaway, homeless, or at-risk for runaway or homelessness. Providing counseling and 

supportive services in a community integrated home type setting. Provides outreach case 

management services working with homeless/at risk of homeless adolescents who may 

or may not be pregnant or parenting in order to develop self-sufficiency abilities. 

Eligibility: DCFS Wards are ineligible for services at the youth homeless shelter. 

Sites: 2 

Contact Ministries 

1100 E. Adams 


(217) 753-3939 Voice 

(217) 753-8643 FAX 

www.contactministries.com 

volunteer@contactministries.com 

Cindy Drum, Executive Director 

Estell Smith, Fiscal Officer 


Hours: M-F, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm 

Area Served: Sangamon County 

Eligibility: Depends on service needed. 

Documents Needed: Photo ID, Birth Certificate, Proof of Income, Social Security Card, 

 

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Medical Card. 

Fees: No fees 

Referral Procedures: 

Walk-in and appointments 

SHELTER 

Services 

Description: Shelter for Women 18 or older with Children provides immediate relief to 

women with children (male children must be 12 years of age or younger). In addition, we 

provide life’s basic needs – food, clothing, personal care items, laundry facilities, 

transportation, and telephones to make appointments. Supportive services provided 

include employment assistance, budgeting, family literacy, parenting classes, tutoring, 

and case management with a goal of finding and maintaining permanent housing. 

Countering Domestic Violence (CDV) 

Mid Central Community Action 



(309) 827-7070 Voice/TTY - 24-hour Confidential Hotline 

(309) 828-8913 Business 

(309) 829-2425 FAX 

(800) 799-7233 National Domestic Violence Hotline 

www.mccainc.org 

sennaa@mccainc.org 

Senna Adjabeng, Program Director 


Hours: 24-hour service. 

Area Served: McLean County. 



Fees: All services are free and confidential. 

Neville House 

Services 

Description: 1) Neville House - Emergency shelter for women and children; emergency 

shelter arrangements are available off-site for male survivors of domestic violence. 

2) Outreach Advocacy - Crisis and follow-up advocacy provided through local police 

departments. 

Referral Procedures: Call hotline at (309)827-7070 for emergency shelter; no walk-ins. 

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Crosspoint Human Services 

210 Avenue C 

Danville, IL 61832 

(217) 442-3200 Voice - 24 hours 

(217) 442-8471 TTY 

(217) 442-7460 FAX 

www.crosspointhumanservices.org 

Thom Pollock, Executive Director 


Hours: Office Hours: M, 8:30 am - 8:00 pm; T-F, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm 

Area Served: Vermilion County 


Services 

Description: Crosspoint Human Services provides a domestic violence shelter, 

temporary housing, for women and their children who are escaping an abusive home 

environment. Support services, including assistance with securing an Order of Protection, 

are available free of charge. Crosspoint is also part of a statewide network of 30 domestic 

violence agencies committed to the prevention and elimination of violence against women 

and children. 


Description: CROSSPOINT provides a residential program, transitional housing, for 

women and their children who are homeless. Women work toward individualized goals 

while in this program and work together with their counselor to obtain permanent 

housing. 

Danville Rescue Mission 

834 N. Bowman Avenue 

Danville, IL 61832-4052 

(217) 446-7223 Voice 

Ted L. Parker, Director 

Hours: Open 24 hours, 7 days a week. 

Area Served: Vermilion County. 

Services 

SHELTER 

Description: 

Provides emergency shelter and meals for men who are homeless. 

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Decatur Manor Healthcare 

1016 W. Pershing 

Decatur, IL 62526 

(217) 875-0833 Voice 

(217) 875-6851 FAX 

www.decaturmanor.com 

info@decaturmanor.com 

Area Served: 

No geographic limitations. 

Services 

PSYCHIATRIC SERVICES 

Description: Decatur Manor Healthcare is an Intermediate Care Facility for the 

chronically mentally ill. Our facility is licensed for 147 beds. A variety of mental illnesses 

are treated in the residential housing setting, including Schizo-Affective Disorder, Major 

Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, as well as those who are dually diagnosed 

with a mental illness and substance abuse. The psych-social rehabilitation programs 

include anger management, substance abuse groups and medication management. 

Hours: Decatur Manor Healthcare provides 24 hour, 7 day a week crisis intervention, 

assessment and admission service. 

Area Served: Decatur Manor Healthcare, located in Decatur, Illinois, provides psychiatric 

rehabilitation in a residential setting for chronically mentally ill adults, throughout all of 

Central and Southern Illinois, including, but not limited to Champaign, Danville, Dwight, 

Bloomington, Peoria, Springfield, St. Louis, and Mattoon/Charleston. 

Fees: Decatur Manor Healthcare is licensed by the State of Illinois and is approved for 

Medicaid, Medicaid Pending, Veterans Assistance and many private insurances. 

Department of Human Services (DHS) 



(309) 451-6000 Voice 

(800) 447-4278 Toll-free - Child Support Helpline 

(866) 451-5764 TTY 

(309) 451-6012 FAX 

www.dhs.state.il.us 

Michelle Sanders, Administrator 


Hours: M-F, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm 

June, 2012: This state office is an official COOLING CENTER for the public during regular 

business hours. 

Area Served: McLean and Livingston counties* 

*The "No Wrong Door" policy allows individuals to apply for all DHS benefits (Medicaid, food 

stamps, TANF, etc.) at any IDHS/FCRC office. IDHS is calling this the "Office of Choice" option. 

To see a list of all Illinois offices, go to www.dhs.state.il.us and use the office locator tool. 

Other Languages: Accommodates Sign Language. Phone interpreters available for most 

languages. 


Note: July 1, 2012: Livingston County's (Pontiac) DHS/FCRC office has closed. All services are 

 

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now accessed through the McLean County office. 

Sites 

1. Department of Human Services (DHS) - McLean & Livingston Counties 



(309) 451-6000 Voice 

(800) 447-4278 Toll-free - Child Support Helpline 

(866) 451-5764 TTY 

(309) 451-6012 FAX 

Michelle Sanders, Administrator 

Site Hours: McLean, Livingston counties 

2. Department of Human Services (DHS) - Sangamon County 

100 S. Martin Luther King Jr Drive 


(217) 782-0400 Voice 

(888) 642-3448 TTY 

(217) 524-6955 FAX 

Site Hours: M-F, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm 


3. Department of Human Services (DHS) - Douglas/Moultrie/Piatt County 

207 E. Ficklin Street 

Tuscola, IL 61953 

(217) 253-3347 Voice 

(866) 383-3519 TTY 

(217) 253-6920 FAX 


Area Served: Douglas, Moultrie, Piatt Counties 

4. Department of Human Services (DHS) - Winnebago County 

1111 N. Avon Street 

Rockford, IL 61101 

(815) 987-7620 Voice 

(866) 322-2681 TTY 

(815) 987-2380 FAX 


Area Served: Winnebago County 

5. Department of Human Services (DHS) - DeWitt/Logan/Menard County 

1550 4th Street 

Lincoln, IL 62656 

(217) 735-2306 Voice 

(866) 847-6173 TTY 

(217) 732-2876 FAX 


Area Served: DeWitt, Logan, Menard Counties. 

Application Procedure: Receives applications for Cash, Food Stamps, and Medical 

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Assistance by fax, mail or in person. 

6. Department of Human Services (DHS) - Ogle County 

106 N. 2nd Street 

Oregon, IL 61061 

(815) 732-2166 Voice 

(866) 323-4144 TTY 

(815) 732-4223 FAX 


Area Served: Ogle County 

7. Department of Human Services (DHS) - Champaign/Ford County 

705 N. Country Fair Drive 


(217) 278-5605 Voice 

(866) 451-5784 TTY 

(217) 278-5661 FAX 


Area Served: Champaign and Ford Counties. 

8. Department of Human Services (DHS) - Christian County 

1100 N. Cheney Street 

Taylorville, IL 62568 

(217) 824-3389 Voice 

(866) 847-6169 TTY 

(217) 287-7334 FAX 


Area Served: Christian County 

9. Department of Human Services (DHS) - Kendall County 

1304 Game Farm Road 

Yorkville, IL 60560-2110 

(630) 553-7743 Voice 

(866) 323-0273 TTY 

(630) 553-9385 FAX 


Area Served: Kendall County 

10. Department of Human Services (DHS) - Vermilion County 

220 S. Bowman Avenue 


(217) 442-4003 Voice 

(866) 324-3713 TTY 

(217) 442-3456 FAX 


Area Served: Vermilion County 

 

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11. Department of Human Services (DHS) - Kankakee/Iroquois County 

285 N. Schuyler Street 


(815) 939-4544 Voice 

(866) 323-2134 TTY 

(815) 939-1236 FAX 


Area Served: Kankakee and Iroquois County 

12. Department of Human Services (DHS) - Mason County 

323 W. Main Street 

Havana, IL 62644 

(309) 543-3329 Voice 

(866) 451-5768 TTY 

(309) 543-6931 FAX 


Area Served: Mason County 

13. Department of Human Services (DHS) - McHenry County 

2215 Lake Shore Drive 

Woodstock, IL 60098 

(815) 338-0234 Voice 

(815) 338-0396 FAX 

Services 


Description: As part of his Keep Cool Illinois campaign, Governor Quinn has made over 

120 state facilities available as cooling centers. The cooling centers will provide 

Illinoisans a place to stay cool and comfortable during hot summer days. Cooling centers 

are open during normal business hours from 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Monday through Friday. 

For more information about Cooling Centers call the Illinois Department of Human 

Services hotline at (800) 843-6154. A list of all Illinois offices can be found on the DHS 

website at www.keepcool.illinois.gov. 

Sites: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 

DeWitt County Housing Authority 

100 South Railroad 

Clinton, IL 61727 

(217) 935-8804 Voice 

(217) 935-3367 FAX 

David Hinton, Executive Director 

 

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DeWitt County Housing Authority 

Services 

PUBLIC HOUSING 

Description: The primary purpose of the Housing Authority is to provide decent, safe, 

and sanitary housing in a suitable environment for low-income families at rents they can 

afford to pay. 

DeWitt County Human Resource Center (DCHRC) 

1150 Route 54 West 


PO Box 616 


(217) 935-9496 Voice 

(217) 935-4508 FAX 

www.dchrc.org 

dchrc@dewittcountyhrc.org 

Lynn Scoville, Executive Director 


Hours: M, T, 8:00 am - 8:00 pm 

W, Th, F, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 

Area Served: DeWitt County 

Other Languages: Can make arrangement for interpreters. 


Note: Public transportation provided by Show Bus. 

Fees: Varies by program. 

Referral Procedures: Self or physician referral by phone. 

1. DCHRC - Kleemann Village 

1101 Kleemann Drive 


(217) 935-6655 Voice 

Becky Dowell, Housing Manager 

Site Hours: Office Hours: 

M-F, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 

Sites 

Services 

HOUSING 

Description: Housing: Kleemann Village is a HUD sponsored apartment building that 

addresses the special supports necessary for individuals with chronic mental illness to 

live independently. The apartments have a live-in manager and professional staff to 

address living skills, case management, and counseling. A waiting list may exist at the 

time of application. 

Sites: 1 

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Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS), State of Illinois 

207 S. Prospect Road, Suite 4 


(309) 662-1347 Voice 

(888) 261-8539 TTY 

(309) 662-7219 FAX 

www.dhs.state.il.us 

rod.pierce@illinois.gov 

Rod Pierce, Supervisor 


Hours: M-F, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm 

June, 2012: This state office is an official COOLING CENTER for the public during regular 

business hours. 

Area Served: Ford, Livingston, McLean, Iroquois Counties 

Other Languages: Spanish, Sign Language. 

1. Bloomington DRS Office 

207 S. Prospect Road, Suite 4 


(309) 662-1347 Voice 

(888) 261-8539 TTY 

(309) 662-7219 FAX 

Sites 

Rod Pierce, Supervisor 


Area Served: Ford, Livingston, McLean Counties 

2. Champaign DRS Office 

1307 N. Mattis Avenue 


(217) 278-3500 Voice 

(888) 472-0940 TTY 

(217) 278-3508 FAX 

Aletha Alexander, Supervisor 

Area Served: Champaign and Piatt Counties 

3. Decatur DRS Office 

707 E. Wood Street 


(217) 362-6509 Voice 

(888) 472-0934 TTY 

(217) 362-6524 FAX 

Tina Sekimi, Supervisor 

Area Served: Macon, Moultrie, DeWitt Counties 

 

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4. Joliet DRS Office 

1617 W. Jefferson Street 

Joliet, IL 60435 

(815) 730-4200 Voice 

(888) 472-0932 TTY 

(815) 730-4224 FAX 

Tammy Nemeth, Supervisor 

Area Served: Will, Grundy Counties 

5. Aurora DRS Office 

888 S. Edgelawn Drive 

Suite 1771 

Aurora, IL 60506 

(630) 892-7417 Voice 

(888) 261-2821 TTY 

(630) 892-7461 FAX 

Andree Howard, Supervisor 

Area Served: Kane, Kendall Counties 

6. Kankakee DRS Office 

285 N. Schuyler Avenue 


(815) 939-4422 Voice 

(888) 440-9010 TTY 

(815) 939-2213 FAX 

Tammy Nemeth, Supervisor 

Area Served: Kankakee County 

7. Springfield DRS Office 

535 W. Jefferson Street, 1st Floor 


(217) 782-4830 Voice 

(888) 440-8990 TTY 

(217) 524-0758 FAX 

Martin Pereira, Supervisor 

Area Served: Sangamon, Logan, Christian Counties 

8. Jacksonville DRS Office 

1429 S. Main Street 

Suite C 

Jacksonville, IL 62650 

(217) 245-9585 Voice 

(217) 243-8131 FAX 

(888) 261-8516 TTY 

Paula Ferguson, Supervisor 

Area Served: Mason, Menard, Morgan Counties 

 

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9. Danville DRS Office 

407 N. Franklin Street, Suite A 


(217) 446-0230 Voice 

(888) 472-0936 TTY 

(217) 446-1489 FAX 

Aletha Anderson, Supervisor 

10. Rockford DRS Office 

107 N. 3rd Street 


(815) 987-4964 Voice - Home Services 

(815) 967-3725 Voice - Vocational Rehab 

(888) 340-1006 TTY 

(815) 967-3768 FAX 

Area Served: 

Winnebago and Ogle Counties 

Services 


Description: As part of his Keep Cool Illinois campaign, Governor Quinn has made over 

120 state facilities available as cooling centers. The cooling centers will provide 

Illinoisans a place to stay cool and comfortable during hot summer days. Cooling centers 

are open during normal business hours from 8:30 am - 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. 

For more information about Cooling Centers call the Illinois Department of Human 

Services hotline at (800) 843-6154. A list of all Illinois offices can be found on the DHS 

website at www.keepcool.illinois.gov. 

Sites: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 

Downtowner 

109 W. Market Street 


(309) 829-0669 Voice 

(309) 829-8699 FAX 

http://www.mid-northern.com/ 

Lisa Richard, Property Manager 


Hours: By appointment only. 

Documents Needed: Birth Certificate, proof of income, Social Security number 

Services 

HOUSING 

Description: Government subsidized housing (30% of income) for seniors (62+) and 

people with disabilities. 

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El Paso Health Care Center 

850 East Second Street 

El Paso, IL 61738 

(309) 527-2700 Voice 

(309) 527-2725 FAX 

www.petersenhealthcare.net 

ltossell@petersenhealthcare.net 

Lance Tossell, Administrator 

Kristyn Durre, Community Relations Coordinator 

Area Served: No geographic limitations. 

Services 

MENTAL HEALTH 

Description: The Psychosocial/Rehabilitation Program is designed to address cognitive, 

mood-state and mental health related disorders that impact each individuals' 

psychosocial well-being and overall quality of life. Through implementation of a 

facility-wide interdisciplinary program, awareness, orientation, interactive communication 

and positive social skill objectives will be targeted. Programming is available for these 

diagnoses and other disorders: 

- Schizophrenia 

- Delusional disorder 

- Schizo-affective disorder 

- Psychotic disorder not otherwise specified 

- Bipolar disorder I - mixed, manic, and depressed 

- Bipolar disorder II 

- Cyclothymic disorder 

- Bipolar disorder not otherwise specified 

- Recurrent major depression 

Fees: Accepts all pay sources. 

Family Shelter Service 

605 E. Roosevelt Road 

Wheaton, IL 60187 

(630) 469-5650 Voice - 24 hour hotline 


(630) 221-8058 TTY 

(630) 221-8098 FAX 

www.familyshelterservice.org 

mail@familyshelterservice.net 

Karen Kuchar, Executive Director 

Jennifer Gabrenya, Director of Programs 


Hours: Administrative Hours: M-F, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm 

Hotline and Shelter Intake 24 hours a day 

Area Served: Dupage County 



 

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Family Shelter Service 

Services 


Description: Family Shelter Service is a comprehensive domestic violence program in 

DuPage County, providing a range of services, support, information and resources to 

assist victims and their children to overcome obstacles and to become safe. 

In addition to safe shelter, Family Shelter Service offers individual and group counseling, 

court advocacy, hotline, children’s services, Spanish language services, and training and 

prevention. 

Fees: No fee. 

Referral Procedures: By phone. 

Fellowship Housing 

2060 Stonington Avenue, Suite 200 

Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 

(847) 882-2511 Voice 

(847) 882-3288 FAX 

www.fhcmoms.org 

contact@fhcmoms.org 

Brooke Bartlow, Executive Director 

Heather Chrastka, Intake Coordinator 

Hours: M-F, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. 

Area Served: Northwest Suburbs. 

Description: Works to serve the needs of single moms and their children who are homeless or 

one small crisis away from homelessness. The mission of FHC is to transform the lives of these 

moms and their children by providing affordable housing and life skills mentoring to guide them 

from crisis to long-term stability. FHC does not discriminate when selecting women for the 

program. They work with a diverse population which, at present, includes moms ranging in age 

from 21 to 45 from various economic, cultural, racial and religious backgrounds. 

Services 


Description: Fellowship Housing is a two year transitional program that works 

exclusively with single moms. We are located in the Hoffman Estates/Schaumburg area. If 

a mom is accepted into the program, they would reside in a two bedroom apartment and 

pay $550 per month for rent. Fellowship Housing has a strong focus on the financial 

aspect of independence and stability, so when a mom is accepted into the program, they 

work with a case manager on budgeting and are expected to follow a strict budget. 

Eligibility: -Must be over 21 

-Currently employed full time (making at least $1400 after taxes) 

-Have their own vehicle along with a valid driver's license and insurance 

-Have 3 children or less, ages 0-18, and have full custody 

-6 months since last domestic violence relationship 

-1 year sober if there is a history of drug/alcohol abuse 

Documents Needed: Photo ID, proof of income. 


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Fifth Street Renaissance/Sara Center 

1315 N. 5th Street 


PO Box 5181 


(217) 544-5040 Voice 

(217) 544-5045 FAX 

www.fsr-sara.org 

harrispennyfsr@sbcglobal.net 

Penny Harris, Executive Director 

Miranda Myers, Executive Administrator 


Services 

Description: Transitional Housing Program - FSR works with homeless clients to 

holistically address individual barriers that led them to a homeless or near homeless 

situation, and to link clients to direct services. Clients may participate in the program for 

up to 24 months. Offers holistic approach using groups, one-on-one, referral and 

follow-up to address the causes of homelessness and to prevent recidivism. 

Eligibility: Persons seeking transitional housing must be at least 18 years or older and 

homeless or near homeless. This can include one or more of the following: 

- Persons fleeing a domestic situation 

- Persons sleeping in a place not meant for human habitation 

- Persons being evicted from their private dwelling 

- Persons being released from an institution where they have resided for more than 30 

days 

- Persons living in an emergency shelter 

Referral Procedures: By phone or walk-in. Self-referrals accepted. 

Fox Hill Apartments 

701 Fox Hill Circle 


(309) 828-2888 Voice 

(309) 828-1868 FAX 

http://www.pedcorhomesapartments.com/homes/fox_hill 

foxhill@pedcor.net 

April Rickord, Manager 

Hours: M-F, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm 

HOUSING 

Services 

Description: Located just north of Veterans Pkwy, at Morris Avenue and Fox Hill Circle, 

across from Forest Park. 

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Freedom House 

440 Elm Place 

Princeton, IL 61356 

(800) 474-6031 Toll-free - 24/7 Hotline 

(815) 872-0087 Voice 

(309) 852-4008 Voice - Henry Co Outreach Office 

(815) 872-5044 FAX 

www.freedomhouseillinois.com 

Rosemary Cain, Interim CEO 

Beth Anson, Prevention Educator 

Hours: 24/7 

Area Served: Bureau County. There is an outreach office in Henry County as well. 

Services 


Description: Freedom House provides safe shelter, counseling or therapy, information, 

education and referral for victims of domestic violence and their children and victims of 

sexual violence and their significant others. 

Additional services include prevention education for students and professional training to 

law enforcement, clergy, teachers, etc. Freedom House runs a Thrift Store called Upscale 

Resale, where in-kind donations are given free of charge to Freedom House clients and 

proceeds from the public sales are returned to Freedom House for client care. Upscale 

Resale is location at 214 W. St. Paul Street, Spring Valley. Phone: 815-664-2414. 


Futures Unlimited 

210 E. Torrance Avenue 

Pontiac, IL 61764 

(815) 842-1122 Voice 

(888) 222-9136 Toll-free 

(815) 842-2728 FAX 

www.futuresunlimited.org 

futures@futuresunlimited.org 

Brian L. Blossom, Executive Director 

Karen L. Donovan, Assistant Executive Director 

Hours: M-F, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm 

Area Served: Livingston County. 


Note: For transportation, Futures Unlimited uses their own transportation system and Show Bus 

at minimal or no cost to client. 

Services 

 

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Futures Unlimited 

DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES 

Description: Futures Unlimited, Inc. provides a full array of services to individuals in 

Livingston County who have disabilities. They are committed to providing opportunities 

for the people they serve to achieve independence and develop the skills necessary to live 

and work successfully in the community. 

Eligibility: Must have documentation of a disability. 

Documents Needed: Social Security card. 

Fees: None, except for minimal transportation cost. 

Referral Procedures: Phone/walk-in; intake process. 

Goldie B. Floberg Center 

58 W. Rockton Road 

Rockton, IL 61072 

PO Box 346 

Rockton, IL 61072 

(815) 624-8431 Voice 

(815) 624-8461 FAX 

www.goldiefloberg.org 

Dan J. Pennell, President/CEO 

Services 

Children's Residential Program 

Description: The Goldie Floberg Center’s Residential Children’s Program serves up to 55 

children and young adults with developmental disabilities at our Rockton campus. Our 

campus is set in a rural area in Rockton, Illinois, where childdren have 10 acres of fenced 

in yard to play in. 

The children receive 24-hour support and supervision from our Direct Support 

Professionals (DSPs). Our Residential Children’s Program also has on site nursing care. 

Physical therapy, psychiatric and behavior management services are also offered. The 

children that we serve participate in a wide range of on-site and community activities 

developed with their input. Activities include Boy and Girl Scouts, therapeutic horseback 

riding, school activities, going to movies, museums, zoos, shopping and a multitude of 

other community activities. 

Eligibility: Ages 5-21. 

We serve children who are ambulatory and non-ambulatory. Our program 

focuses on serving children and young adults with a primary diagnosis of Autism and/or 

mild, moderate, severe or profound mental retardation. A secondary diagnosis involving 

emotional or behavioral issues is also acceptable. 

Adult CILA Program 

Description: The Goldie Floberg Center's CILA Program (Community Integrated Living 

Arrangement) provides a unique opportunity for individuals with developmental 

disabilities to experience a natural home setting with the security of 24-hour 

supervision/assistance. The CILA program is designed to provide hands on life 

experiences for clients in the areas of daily living including shopping, cooking, personal 

care, community access, finances, medication and greater independence. 

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Good Samaritan Ministries 

701 S. Marion Street 

Carbondale, IL 62901 

(618) 457-5794 Voice 

(618) 549-5138 FAX 

www.goodsamcarbondale.org 

goodsam@mchsi.com 

Mike Heath, Executive Director 

Kayla Ward, Emergency Shelter Coordinator 

Hours: 24/7 

Area Served: Southern Illinois - Jackson County (includes city of Carbondale). 

Accessibility: Limited access 


Referral Procedures: Phone or walk-in. 

Services 

SHELTER 

Description: GoodSam offers an emergency shelter (24/7), referral services and 

counseling, a transitional housing program, food pantry, soup kitchen and an emergency 

assistance program. 

Eligibility: Services are for the homeless, near homeless, and transient individuals and 

families. 


Description: Some individuals staying in the Emergency Shelter are not prepared to live 

independently without additional basic life skills training. The Transitional House helps 

these people by providing support services for up to 24 months to prepare them for a 

smooth transition into the community. The Transitional House has the capacity to house 

12 persons. 

Grundy County Housing Authority 

1700 Newton Place 

Morris, IL 60450 

(815) 942-6198 Voice 

www.gcha.us 

Brent Newman, Chief Executive Officer 

Hours: M-F, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm 

Services 

HOUSING 

Description: The Section 8/Housing Choice Voucher program in Grundy County is 

administered by the LaSalle County Housing Authority. Please contact them by calling 

815-434-0380. 

 

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Grundy County Housing Authority 


Description: Offers public housing to residents of Grundy County and the city of Morris. 

Harbor House - Kankakee County Coalition Against Domestic Violence 

PO Box 1824 



(815) 932-5814 Voice - Office 

(815) 935-3551 FAX 

www.harborhousedv.org 

harbor@harborhousedv.org 

Rosa Hernandez-Waner, Executive Director 


Area Served: Kankakee and Iroquois Counties. Although primary clients are women and 

children in Kankakee and Iroquois Counties in Illinois, Harbor House also provides shelter to 

women seeking refuge from domestic violence from other parts of the state, country, and world. 

Fees: None. 

1. Harbor House - Kankakee Site 

PO Box 1824 



(815) 932-5814 Voice - Office 

(815) 935-3551 FAX 

Rosa Hernandez-Waner, Executive Director 


2. Harbor House - Watseka Site 

100 E. Walnut Street 

Watseka, IL 60970 


(815) 432-3523 Voice - Office 

(815) 432-3414 FAX 

Sites 

Services 


Description: Harbor House offers free and confidential comprehensive services to 

victims of domestic violence and their children: 

- 24 Hour Crisis Hotline 

- Crisis Intervention 

- Emergency Shelter 

- Individual & Group Counseling 

- Support Groups 

- Court Advocacy 

- Information & Referrals 

- System Advocacy (law enforcement, judicial, human services, etc.) 

- Transitional Housing 

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Harbor House - Kankakee County Coalition Against Domestic Violence 

- Domestic Violence Education Program 

Harbor House offers Community Education on issues relevant to Domestic Violence. 

Harbor House offers an Abuser Intervention Program in cooperation with Kankakee, and 

Grundy Counties Domestic Violence Court. The Abuser Intervention Program works with 

perpetrators of domestic violence. 

Harbor House's primary goal is to provide a safe environment in which to educate victims 

and enable them to break their personal cycle of violence safely. 

Sites: 1 


Description: Harbor House offers free and confidential comprehensive services to 

victims of domestic violence and their children: 

- 24 Hour Crisis Hotline 

- Individual Counseling 

- Information & Referrals 

Harbor House offers an Abuser Intervention Program in cooperation with Kankakee, and 

Grundy Counties Domestic Violence Court. The Abuser Intervention Program works with 

perpetrators of domestic violence. 

Harbor House's primary goal is to provide a safe environment in which to educate victims 

and enable them to break their personal cycle of violence safely. 

Sites: 2 


Description: A client that has resided in the emergency shelter for a minimum of one 

month, and determined appropriate by the staff, is eligible for transitional housing if there 

is an opening. Transitional Housing is longer term and offers the client an opportunity to 

be more independent. Length of stay is determined in six month intervals. 

Sites: 1 

Heartline and Heart House 

300 Reagan Drive 

Eureka, IL 61530 

(309) 467-6101 Voice - Heartline I&R 

(309) 467-6103 Voice - Heart House 

(309) 467-6043 FAX 

www.heartlineandhearthouse.org 

info@hearlineandhearthouse.org 

La'Shay Carter, Executive Director 

Brandi Gerber, Heartline Program Manager 

Hours: Administration Hours: M-F, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm 

Heart House: 24 hours 

Area Served: Heart House (Shelter) serves Woodford County and the city limits of Washington. 

Heartline serves only Woodford County. 


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Heartline and Heart House 

Services 

Heart House 

Description: Heart House is secure shelter for women and children who have become 

homeless and/or victims of domestic violence. We are a faith-based, non-denominational, 

non-profit 501(c)3 ministry organization. When a woman (and her children) is welcomed 

into Heart House, our program manager immediately becomes involved, holding our 

residents accountable for their own care and gaining the skills necessary to live healthy, 

independent, and productive lives. Together they determine attainable goals while 

accessing needed supportive services and agency benefits (food stamps, All Kids, 

Medicaid, WIC, housing, etc). 

Hours: 24/7 

Area Served: Serves residents of Woodford and Tazewell counties. 

Eligibility: Women (and her children) who have become homeless and/or victims of 

domestic violence. 

Documents Needed: Proof of residence. 

Fees: No fee. 

Referral Procedures: To obtain services, individuals must call the Heart House office for 

an appointment. 

Helping Hands of Springfield, Inc. 

Helping Hands Shelter 

200 S. 11th Street 




(217) 744-0470 Voice 

(217) 522-0048 Voice - 24 hour Emergency Shelter 

(217) 744-0476 FAX 

www.helpinghandsofspringfield.org 

helpinghandsofspringfield@comcast.net 

Rod Lane, CEO 

Shannon Bradley, Shelter Director 


Hours: 24 hour Emergency Shelter 

Administration: M-F, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm 

Other Languages: Can make arrangements for interpreters 

Services 

HOUSING 

Description: HUD funded grants provide Permanent Supportive Housing to homeless 

clients through Helping Hands' 24 beds, serving mainly chronically homeless adults in 

need of housing with supportive services that enable them to maintain self sufficiency 

and independence. 

 

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Helping Hands of Springfield, Inc. 

SHELTER 

Description: 

Homeless service agency with 24 hour emergency shelter for adults. 


Description: This program provides transitional shelter for 6 women, with various 

backgrounds. Many of the program participants have criminal histories and many are 

recovering addicts. The program provides housing and supportive services for these 

women for up to 24 months. They are required to meet with a case manager weekly and 

successfully meet goals set for them while on the program. 

SOS - Springfield Overflow Shelter 

Description: Open 6:30 pm to 6:30 am. Photo ID required. 

Hillcrest Apartments 

101 E. Vine Street 

Le Roy, IL 61752 

(309) 962-2761 Voice 

(309) 962-2771 FAX 

hillcrest@accmgmtgroup.com 

Pat Brown, Property Manager 

Hours: M-F, 7:30 - 11:30 am or by appointment 

Note: Transportation to Hillcrest is available by Show Bus. 

Services 

HOUSING 

Description: Subsidized housing complex serving all ages. Consists of 29 1-bedroom 

units. 

Maximum Income Guidelines: Based on assets and income. 

Fees: $10 background check. 

Home of the Sparrow, Inc. 

5342 West Elm Street 

McHenry, IL 60050 

(815) 271-5444 Voice 

(815) 271-5406 FAX 

http://www.hosparrow.org 

John Jones, Interim CEO/President 

Debbie DeGraw, Vice President, Marketing & Development 


Hours: Office: M-F, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm 

Shelters are staffed 24/7/365 

Area Served: McHenry County 

 

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Home of the Sparrow, Inc. 

Services 

Transitional Housing & Affordable Housing 

Description: Home of the Sparrow provides Hope, Opportunity and Support that 

empowers women and children as they journey from homelessness to self-sufficiency. 

Through engaged program services, transitional apartments, transitional shelters and an 

affordable housing program, HOS serves over 165 women and children every year. 

Eligibility: Homeless woman and children; formerly homeless woman and children. 

Maximum Income Guidelines: 300% (depending on program) 

Documents Needed: Proof of income, proof of residency, Social Security card, and 

other documentation, depending on program. 

Fees: Vary; private pay accepted. 

Referral Procedures: Potential clients may contact the agency directly or may be 

referred by another provider. 

Home Sweet Home Ministries 

Billy Shelper Center 

303 E. Oakland Avenue 


(309) 828-7356 Voice 

(309) 827-6415 FAX 

www.hshministries.org 

hshinfo@hshministries.org 

Mary Ann Pullin, CEO 

Matt Burgess, Vice President-Client Services 


Hours: 24-hours, 365 days a year. 

Area Served: Principally McLean County and surrounding counties. 


Services 

SHELTER 

Description: Emergency Shelter Services offer safe shelter, food, clothing, case 

management, and ministry support to individuals and families in crisis. Serves men, 

women and children. 

Documents Needed: Clearance Card from the Bloomington Police Department and a 

valid, current photo ID. 

Fees: None. 

Referral Procedures: Residential screening appointments are held weekdays between 

9:30-11:00 am. Appointments are reserved on a first come first served basis. Screening 

appointments may be reserved in person or over the phone by the individual(s) in need 

and/or by a referral agency. Emergency assessments are conducted after regular 

business hours and on the weekends as needed. 

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Homes of Hope, Inc. 

401 Pine Street #1 


(309) 862-0607 Voice 

(309) 452-7131 FAX 

homesofhopeinc.org 

homesofhope1@frontier.com 

Maureen McIntosh, Executive Director 



Services 

HOUSING 

Description: A non-profit corporation dedicated to providing quality homes for adults 

with developmental disabilities regardless of social, cultural, or religious affiliation. Each 

of the homes will be guided by Christian moral and spiritual values. Through the 

cooperative efforts of a professional staff, a parent core group, church communities, a 

board of directors, service organization, and other volunteers, Homes of Hope will provide 

opportunities for adults with developmental disabilities to assume responsibility for 

day-to-day living and will encourage their involvement in family, church, community, and 

society. Homes of Hope addresses the needs of families who are greatly concerned for 

their disabled loved one's happiness and well being, especially when their families are 

unable or no longer here to provide for them. 

Documents Needed: Screening process completed by CISA. 

Fees: No fee. 

Referral Procedures: Must have screening assessment by Central Illinois Service 

Access. Information regarding this is available through the Homes of Hope office. 

Homeward Bound 

788 E. Clay 


(217) 362-7700 Voice 

(309) 362-7702 FAX 

http://www.doveinc.org/homeward_bound.htm 

Area Served: 

Macon County. 

Services 


Description: Homeward Bound provides transitional housing, case management and 

supportive services to homeless individuals and families living in the Decatur/Macon 

County area. Homeward Bound is a collaboration of its partnership agencies and is 

funded through grants from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) 

and the Illinois Department of Human Services. 

Partnership Agencies include: 

- Dove, Inc. 

- Decatur Housing Authority 

- Decatur Macon County Opportunities Corporation 

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Homeward Bound 

- Heritage Behavioral Health Center 

- Community Investment Corporation of Decatur 

- City of Decatur 

- Millikin University 

HOPE of Ogle County 

No Street Address Available 

Rochelle, IL 61068 

PO Box 131 


(815) 562-8890 Voice 

(815) 562-5756 FAX 

https://www.facebook.com/hopeoglecounty 

Ruth Carter, Director 

Marilyn Montgomery, Business Service Manager 


Hours: 24/7 

Area Served: Ogle County and Northeast Lee County 


Services 


Description: HOPE of Ogle County is a domestic violence agency and shelter that serves 

victims of domestic violence and their children. We provide services to women, men, 

teens, and children. HOPE services are offered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Services 

include: 

- 24 hour domestic violence shelter 

- Crisis counseling 

- Individual counseling 

- Support group counseling 

- Case management 

- Court advocacy 

- Latina advocacy 

- Prevention education 

- Transitional housing 

Eligibility: Victims of domestic violence and their children. 

Fees: No fee 

Housing Authority of Christian County 

202 South Poplar Street 

Pana, IL 62557 

PO Box 86 

Pana, IL 62557 

(217) 562-3742 Voice 

(217) 562-3078 FAX 

haccpana@consolidated.net 

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Housing Authority of Christian County 

Brett Koehler, Executive Director 

Julie Armstrong, Housing Specialist 


Hours: M-F, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm. 

Area Served: Christian County 

Services 

HOUSING 

Description: Housing Authority of Christian County administers the Section 8 Housing 

Assistance Payments Program for existing housing. This program subsidizes the rent of 

participants who live in approved, privately owned housing. 

Documents Needed: Photo ID, birth certificate, proof of income, Social Security card. 

Referral Procedures: By phone, walk-in, or appointment. 





Documents Needed: Photo ID, birth certificate, proof of income, Social Security card. 

Referral Procedures: By phone, walk-in, or appointment. 

Housing Authority of Piatt County 

103 W. First Street, Box 200 

Hammond, IL 61929 

(217) 262-3231 Voice 

(217) 262-3013 FAX 

Patricia Connour, Executive Director 

Hours: M-F, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm 

Area Served: Piatt County 

Eligibility: Residency requirements. 

Services 





Housing Authority of The City of Bloomington 

104 E. Wood Street 


(309) 829-3360 Voice 

(309) 829-4644 FAX 

www.bloomingtonha.com 

kimh@bloomingtonha.com 

Kim Holman-Short, Executive Director 

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Housing Authority of The City of Bloomington 


Hours: M-F, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm 

Services 

CHSP (Congregate Housing Services Program) 

Description: The Congregate Housing Services Program (CHSP) is a federally funded 

grant program that has as a goal to prevent the premature institutionalization of persons 

with disabilities. Individuals must be able to maintain their apartment with minimal 

supports. Residents pay 30% of their income for rent and 20% of their income for the 

CHSP participation fees which includes 3 meals a day, 7 days a week. 

HOUSING 

Description: BHA also administers the Section 8 Housing Assistance Payments Program 

for existing housing. This program subsidizes the rent of approximately 650 eligible 

participants who live in approved, privately owned housing. This program requires a 

separate application. 

Maximum Income Guidelines: Call for details 

Fees: Rent is based on income, not to exceed 30-40% of the family income. 

Referral Procedures: No new applications are being accepted. 




afford to pay. There are 637 apartments for eligible low-income families, elderly, disabled, 

and single persons in Bloomington. Forty-two units for adults with developmental 

disabilities are available. 

BHA's Resident Services Department offers a multitude of programs for its residents. 

These programs are either run solely by BHA or in cooperation with other agencies. 

Programs include, but are not limited to, adult education, self-sufficiency, job 

readiness/training, advocacy/information and referral, home care, case coordination, 

senior nutrition, budgeting, and after-school programming. 

Referral Procedures: Walk-in service available Monday through Thursday. 

Housing Authority of Woodford County 

410 E. Eureka Avenue 

Eureka, IL 61530 

(309) 467-4623 Voice 

(309) 467-6927 FAX 

www.woodfordcountyhousingauthority.com 

wcha_dg@mpco.com 

Diane Gregoire, Executive Director 

Hours: M-F, 8:30 am - 12:00 pm & 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm 

Area Served: Woodford County 

 

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Housing Authority of Woodford County 

Services 

HOUSING 

Description: Several programs are available through Woodford County Housing 

Authority to help families, senior citizens, or person(s) with disabilities to acquire and 

maintain safe, decent, and sanitary housing at an affordable rent. These programs follow 

government standards, which set rent (with utilities) at approximately 30% of your 

monthly adjusted income. 


Inner City Mission - Springfield 



PO Box 8148 


(217) 525-3940 Voice 

(217) 525-8324 FAX 

www.innercitymission.net 

connie@innercitymission.net 

Scott Payne, Executive Director 

Connie Payne, Communications Director 


Hours: Shelter, located at 720 N. 7th St., open 24/7. Closed Sundays 9-1 during church 

services. 

Office: M-F, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm 

Area Served: Sangamon County and surrounding areas. 

Accessibility: No access 

Services 

SHELTER 

Description: ICM provides shelter, support, education and Christian counseling to 

homeless children, their parents and single women while keeping Biblical truths about 

Godly righteousness before our culture, community, and fellow Christians. 

The seven main services provided are: safe housing; spiritual guidance; guidance; needs 

evaluation; savings program; clothing, household items and furnishings; and community 

awareness. 

The shelter also offers a Christian-based program with 7 levels called Shattered 2 Shalom. 

This program can take up to 2 years, depending upon the person/family and their needs. 

The approach deals with the total person -- spiritually, emotionally, physically -- and 

includes training classes and counseling. 

Eligibility: Homeless families (including fathers) and single women who are willing to 

respect the facility's stated guidelines (basic rules for a safe environment, etc.) which are 

given with the intake form. 

Documents Needed: Birth certificate, Social Security card. 


Referral Procedures: By phone; walk-in; appointment. 

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Kankakee County Community Services, Inc. 

657 E. Court Street, Suite 207 


(815) 933-7883 Voice 

(815) 933-0635 FAX 

www.kccsi-cap.org 

bgroth@kccsi-cap.org 

Vincent Clark, Executive Director 

Hours: M-F, 8:30 am- 12:00 pm & 1:00 - 4:30 pm 

Area Served: Kankakee County. 


Affordable Housing Rental Program 

Services 

Description: KCCSI has several rental properties which it maintains in its Affordable 

Housing Rental Program for the benefit of families with low-income in Kankakee County. 

Each family is assigned a staff person who works with them to make sure they are aware 

of services that are available at the agency or throughout the community. Through this 

program homeless or formally homeless families are given an opportunity to stabilize 

their family. Since the rent is based on the family income, they are able to pay rent that 

they can afford. 

SHELTER 

Description: Offers assistance to those who find themselves homeless or 

near-homeless. Vouchers for motel stays may be available. 

Kankakee County Housing Authority 

185 N. St. Joseph Avenue 


PO Box 965 


(815) 939-7125 Voice 

(815) 939-7335 FAX 

rmcgill@kchail.com 

Randy McGill, Executive Director 


HOUSING 

Services 

Description: Distributes Section 8 vouchers. Eligible households pay approximately 30% 

to 40% of their adjusted gross income for rent and the housing authority subsidizes the 

balance. 

 

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Kankakee County Housing Authority 


Description: Provides low income housing (public housing) for adults, seniors, and the 

disabled, Section 8 housing for those meeting HUD guidelines, and family self-sufficiency 

and homeownership programs. 

Kemmerer Village 

941 N. 2500 East Road 

Assumption, IL 62510 

(217) 226-4451 Voice 

(217) 226-3511 FAX 

http://www.kemmerervillage.org 

Mike Havera, Executive Director 

Ron Little, Assistant Executive Director 

Hours: Office hours: M-F, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 


Services 

YOUTH SERVICES 

Description: Kemmerer Village provides residential treatment services for emotionally 

disturbed adolescents. 

Eligibility: Youth ages 11 to 19 

Documents Needed: Birth certificate, proof of income, proof of residency, social 

security card, immunization record, psychological and social history reports, academic 

status and information, medical/health status. 

Fees: Sliding scale, private insurance accepted, private pay. 

Lazarus House 

214 Walnut Street 

St Charles, IL 60174 

(630) 587-2144 Voice - Shelter Services 

(630) 587-5872 Voice - Outreach 

(630) 485-5143 Voice - Transitional Housing 

(630) 587-2540 FAX 

www.lazarushouseonline.com 

info@lazarushouseonline.com 

Liz Eakins, Executive Director 


Hours: The Shelter is open 24/7 except Sunday, from 7:00 am - 5:00 pm, when the men's 

shelter area closes. 

Area Served: Serves mid Kane County, including St. Charles, Geneva, Batavia and western 

rural Kane County. 


Eligibility: Must have valid community connection (previous address, jobs, close relatives or 

school in St. Charles, Geneva, Batavia or western rural Kane County). 

Documents Needed: Proof of identity and verified connection to the agency's service area. 

 

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Lazarus House 

Services 

SHELTER 

Description: Serves men, women and children who are homeless or at risk with safe 

shelter, food and support services. 

Hours: 24/7 

Maximum Income Guidelines: None 

Referral Procedures: Advance call suggested for shelter, but not required. 


Description: The only transitional housing program (Center for Transitional Living) in the 

Tri-Cities and western rural Kane County area. 

Lincoln Prairie Behavioral Health Center 

5230 South Sixth Street Road 


(888) 501-1180 Voice - 24 hour Assessment and Referrals 

(217) 585-1180 Voice 

(217) 585-4747 FAX 

www.lincolnprairiebhc.com 

thomas.demarco@uhsinc.com 

Tom DeMarco, Director of Community Development 

Area Served: Central and southern Illinois 

Services 

PSYCHIATRIC SERVICES 

Description: Lincoln Prairie Behavioral Health Center offers families and children in 

central and southern Illinois the following services: 

• 88 inpatient psychiatric beds for youth ages 3-17 

• Array of outpatient programs including partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient to 

complement and supplement the community needs of Springfield. 

• Physicians to monitor medications and treat childhood behavioral and mental health 

needs. 

• Inpatient/Outpatient treatment options 

Facility and treatment components include: 

• Free 24-hour assessments and referrals 

• Multi-disciplined evaluations 

• Qualified mental health professionals 

• Behavioral therapy 

• Expressive therapy 

• Case management 

• Individual, group and family counseling 

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Lincoln Square Apartments 

1700 N. School Street 


(309) 452-9474 Voice 

(309) 454-2759 FAX 

www.lincolnsquare.cc 

lincoln@drinc.com 

Chasity Edwards, Property Manager 

Hours: Office Hours: M, T, Th, F, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm; closed Wed. 

Services 

HOUSING 

Description: Program 236 and Section 8 housing serving moderate-income families, the 

elderly (62+) and individuals with disabilities. There are 148 units in the form of 

townhouses and 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom apartments. No washer/dryer hookups, but laundry 

facilities are on site. Heat, cooking, water, and trash are included. Also, an onsite 

playground and a community room are available for a small fee to rent for parties. 

Hours: M, T, Th, F, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm; closed Wed. 

Eligibility: Anyone is eligible, but criminal background and credit checks are done. 

Maximum Income Guidelines: No maximum 

Fees: No application fee; no security deposit for Section 236 

Lincoln Towers 

202 S. Roosevelt 


(309) 827-6289 Voice 

(309) 829-8699 FAX 

www.mid-northern.com 

Lisa Richard, Property Manager 


Hours: M-F, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm 


Services 

HOUSING 

Description: 101 government subsidized apartments (30% of income) for seniors (62+) 

and people with disabilities. 

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Livingston County Housing Authority 

903 W. North Street 

Pontiac, IL 61764 

(815) 844-6013 Voice 

(815) 635-3898 Voice - Chatsworth Apts 

(800) 526-0844 TTY - Illinois Relay 

(815) 844-6605 FAX 

lcha@lchauth.org 

DiAnne Witsman, Executive Director 

Lori Lee, Occupancy Director 


Hours: M-Th, 7:00 am - 4:30 pm; closed Friday. 

Area Served: Livingston County. 


Services 

HOUSING 

Description: LCHA administers the Section 8 Housing Assistance Payments Program for 

existing housing. This program subsidizes the rent of 73 eligible participants who live in 

approved, privately owned housing. This program requires a separate application. 


Description: There are 237 apartments for eligible low-income families, elderly & 

disabled persons in Livingston County. 

In addition, staff is available to provide information and referral services during business 

hours. Referrals can be made to social services, financial assistance, and other 

community agencies. 

Agency Mission: The primary purpose of the Housing Authority is to provide decent, 

safe, and sanitary housing in a suitable environment for low-income families at rents they 

can afford to pay. 

Eligibility: Must be income eligible, pass criminal background check, and be able to have 

utilities in own name. 

Documents Needed: Birth certificate, proof of income, Social Security card. 

Additional Information: Apartment sites are located in Pontiac, Cornell, Odell & 

Chatsworth. 

Fees: No fee. 

Referral Procedures: By phone; walk-in. 

Logan County Housing Authority 

1028 N. College Street 


(217) 732-7776 Voice 

(217) 732-5939 FAX 

lcha@frontier.com 

Steve Allen, Executive Director 

Hours: M-Th, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm; F, 8:30 am - 12:00 pm. 

 

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Logan County Housing Authority 

Area Served: 

Logan County. 

Services 

HOUSING 

Description: Administers the Section 8 Housing Assistance Payments Program for 

existing housing. This program subsidizes the rent of eligible participants who live in 

approved, privately owned housing. This program requires a separate application. 

Fees: Rent is based on income, not to exceed 30% of the family income. 





Lutheran Social Services of Illinois 

3000 W. Rohmann 

West Peoria, IL 61604 

(309) 671-0300 Voice 

(888) 671-0300 Toll-free 

(309) 671-0503 FAX 

www.lssi.org 

info@lssi.org 

Jo Ann Dollard, Director of Communications and Public Relations 

Area Served: Serves various communites throughout Illinois (Marion, Moline, Peoria, Rockford, 

Champaign, Chicago); please call or see web site for specific office locations. 

Sites 

1. Lutheran Social Services of Illinois - Lincoln Manor 

615 North Lincoln Highway 


(815) 562-1404 Voice 

(815) 562-9679 FAX 

Area Served: 

Ogle County 

2. Lutheran Social Services of Illinois - Luther Center 

111 West State 


(815) 965-0055 Voice 

(815) 965-0068 FAX 

Area Served: 

Winnebago County 

 

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3. Lutheran Social Services of Illinois - Spring Ridge 

6645 Fincham Drive 


(815) 397-4210 Voice 

(847) 390-1460 TTY 

Area Served: 

Winnebago County 

4. Lutheran Social Services of Illinois - Transitional Living Program 

1535 East State Street 


(815) 969-8836 Voice 

5. Lutheran Social Services of Illinois - Rolling Meadows Senior Housing 

1125 E. 1500 North Road 


(217) 287-2450 Voice 

Services 

HOUSING 

Description: To improve the lives of individuals and to strengthen communities, 

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI) offers housing opportunities for persons 62 

years of age or older, and for individuals who are disabled. The majority of buildings 

owned and/or managed by LSSI are newly designed and provide comfortable, safe and 

affordable living in a community environment. Each building is unique and has its own 

niche in the community where it is located. LSSI currently has 20 affordable housing 

developments statewide. 

Fees: Rent is generally based on 30 percent of a resident’s monthly income (Social 

Security, SSI, pension-wages/salary, interest on assets, etc.). However, a resident’s 

expenses (health insurance costs, pharmacy bills and medical expenses) are also taken 

into consideration when determining rental fees. 

Sites: 1 2 3 5 


Description: Through its Transitional Living Program in Rockford, Lutheran Social 

Services of Illinois (LSSI) provides supportive and supervised housing for adolescents 

between the ages of 18 and 21 who have complex emotional, mental and behavioral 

issues. The program serves clients from northern Illinois communities who are “aging 

out” of the child welfare system. 

The program, which began in June 2007, provides services and teaches life skills to 

young adults to assist them in integrating into the community. The program also assists 

them in developing coping strategies and a career plan. 

The program is located in a large home in Rockford that can house six youth, who are 

supervised by on-site staff. In the future, the program will open a second location that will 

provide apartment-like housing, as well as on-site staff supervision. As youth become 

more self-sufficient, the program will help them find their own living arrangements and 

will provide supportive case management services for them to ensure successful 

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integration in to their communities. 

Referral Procedures: Youth are referred to the program by the Illinois Department of 

Children and Family Services (DCFS). 

Sites: 4 

M.E.R.C.Y. Communities, Inc. 



(217) 753-1358 Voice - Office 

(217) 744-1126 Voice - Phone line to make appointment 

www.mercycommunities.org 

info@mercycommunities.org 

Deb Stonikas, Executive Director 

Cathy Annerino, Program Director 

Hours: M-F, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm 


Services 

Transitional and Permanent Supportive Housing 

Description: M.E.R.C.Y. Communities (Mentors, Empowerment and Resource for Change 

in Young families) provides affordable housing and support services to those in need of 

help to build a new future. Mercy Communities offers homeless and at-risk women along 

with their children a safe place to overcome hardships and build a solid foundation for 

life. 

Our goal is to help individuals reach their fullest potential by encouraging and mentoring 

them. Some of the services we provide include counseling, parenting classes, budgeting, 

support groups, job or vocational training and other valuable life skills. In addition, we 

offer aftercare services to help families as they transition into permanent housing. 

Eligibility: Clients enter the program after an intake, based on need and apartment 

availability. 

Maximum Income Guidelines: At or below 50% of Federal Povery Level. 

Documents Needed: Photo ID, birth certificate, proof of income, proof of residency, 

Social Security card, immunization record, and documentation of homelessness. For 

permanent housing, the head of household has to have a documented disability. 

Mackinaw Views 

320 E. Main Street 

Colfax, IL 61728 

(217) 784-8510 Voice 

 

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Mackinaw Views 

Services 

HOUSING 

Description: 

Rural McLean County housing serving seniors and low income families. 

Marcfirst 

1606 Hunt Drive 

Normal, IL 61761-2192 

(309) 451-8888 Voice 

(309) 452-0069 Voice - (SPICE) 

(309) 451-0077 TTY 

(309) 451-8989 FAX 

www.marcfirst.org 

Rick Glass, CEO 

Mary Riddle, Sr. Vice President 

Hours: Office Hours: M-F, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm 

Area Served: McLean County 

Other Languages: Spanish, Sign Language 


Eligibility: Marcfirst's Adult and Children (excluding SPICE) services are for people who have 

an intellectual / developmental disability, including autism, epilepsy, and cerebral palsy or have a 

support need in three or more life function areas. Marcfirst's SPICE services are for children from 

birth to age fourteen who have a developmental disability or delay, or who are at risk of delay. 

Other criteria may pertain to specific programs and funding sources. Services are provided based 

on eligibility, availability, and for certain programs, funding. Marcfirst follows HIPPAA / Privacy 

policies. 

Services 

Community Integrated Living Arrangement (CILA) 

Description: This is an option for individuals with a developmental disability, ages 18 

and over, needing 24 hour support with activities of daily living. One to eight people share 

a home with individual bedrooms and communal living areas. Residents receive 

individualized support in all areas of their life. Services concentrate on developing skills 

in the areas of economic self-sufficiency, independence, and community integration. 

Depending on a person's needs, support ranges from 24 hour to intermittent supports. 

Eligibility: Individuals interested in this program must be 18 years or older, be diagnosed 

with an intellectual or developmental disability, and have proof of appropriate funding 

from Central Illinois Service Agency (CISA). 

Mason County Housing Authority 

Prarieland Council, Inc. 

201 E. Hurst 

Havana, IL 62644 

(309) 543-4515 Voice 

(800) 840-9887 Toll-free 

(309) 543-2313 FAX 

 

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Mason County Housing Authority 

www.masoncountyhousing.org 

Curt Jibben, Executive Director 

Hours: M-F, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. 

Area Served: Mason County. 

Services 

HOUSING 

Description: The Housing Authority also administers the Section 8 Housing Assistance 

Payments Program for existing housing. This program subsidizes the rent of eligible 





Description: 50 units are available to be rented at 30% of the adjusted gross income of 

the resident. 

Eligibility: Applicants must fill out application. Pending approval, they will be placed on 

a waiting list until a unit opens. 

McHenry County Housing Authority 

1108 North Seminary Avenue 


(815) 338-7752 Voice 

(815) 338-1217 FAX 

www.mchenrycountyhousing.org 

Julie Biel Claussen, Executive Director 


Hours: M, T, Th, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm 

W, 8:30 am - 6:00 pm 

F, 8:30 am - 4:00 pm 



Services 

HOUSING 

Description: Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers, Public Housing, Project Based 

Vouchers and Rental Housing Support Programs provide rental assistance for very low 

income persons in McHenry County. 

Area Served: The Section 8 program provides vouchers for rental units in McHenry 

County. 

Referral Procedures: Appointment only. 

 

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McHenry County Housing Authority 

Senior Housing 

Description: This program provides 96 units of housing for seniors and disabled tenants 

in one-bedroom units located in Huntley and Richmond. 

Eligibility: Senior and disabled tenants may receive rent assistance and afforable 

housing. Occupancy is limited to persons age 62 or older or disabled. 


Description: Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers, Public Housing, Project Based 

Vouchers and Rental Housing Support Programs provide rental assistance for very low 

income persons in McHenry County. 

Area Served: - Public Housing units are located in McHenry County. 

- Project Based units are located in Woodstock and Lake in the Hills. 

- Rental Housing Support Units are located in Woodstock, McHenry and 

Marengo. 

Eligibility: Public Housing units are for families with children and are three bedroom 

units scattered throughout McHenry County. 

Referral Procedures: Appointment only. 

McHenry County PADS - A Division of Pioneer Center for Human Services 

14411 Kishwaukee Valley Road 


(815) 338-5231 Voice 

(815) 759-7288 TTY 

(815) 338-7983 FAX 

www.pioneercenter.org 

mkostecki@pioneercenter.org 

Ronica Patel, Director of Behavioral Health Services 

Matt Kostecki, Coordinator 


Hours: Winter Hours: 7:00 am - 5:30 pm 

Summer Hours: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm 


Services 

SHELTER 

Description: PADS’ ten emergency church sites are open October 1 through April 30 of 

each year. Every night from 7:00 pm to 7:00 am, these sites alternate at participating 

McHenry County churches. Each site offers a warm evening meal, a safe place to sleep, 

breakfast in the morning, case management and hospitality. 

Volunteer Site Managers maintain and oversee the needs of their site, coordinating other 

volunteers with meal preparation, laundry, security and clean-up. 

All homeless men, women and children are welcome. In addition, PADS now offers four, 

year-round sleeping rooms (14 beds) at our Woodstock facility. These rooms are available 

for persons with documented proof of residency in McHenry County for the last 30 days 

who also meet one of the requirements described below: 

- Families or single parents with children 

- Persons with documentation of physical illness or injury 

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- Persons with documented proof of moving into permanent or transitional housing 

- Persons in need of emergency housing who are willing to work intensively with a case 

manager to develop a plan to end homelessness 

Emergency Church Site locations: 

Sunday: 

Bethany Lutheran Church 

76 W Crystal Lake Ave 

Crystal Lake, IL 60014 

815-459-2690 

Sunday - Women and Children: 

First Congregational Church 

461 Pierson Street 


815-459-6010 

Monday: 

Sts Peter & Paul Parish 

410 N. First Street 

Cary, IL 60013 

847-516-2636 x233 

Tuesday: 

Christ The King Catholic Church 

5006 E. Wonder Lake Road 

Wonder Lake, IL 60097 

815-653-2561 

Wednesday: 

Congregation Unitarian 

221 Dean Street 


815-338-0731 

Wednesday - Women and Children must stay at: 

Free Methodist Church 

934 N. Route 47 

Woodstock, IL 

Thursday: 

St. Joseph Catholic Church 

10519 N. Main Street 

Richmond, Il 60071 

815-678-7421 

Thursday -Women and Children must stay at: 

St. Joseph Church 

207 Brainard Street 

Harvard, IL 60033 

 

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Friday: 

Christian Fellowship Church 

3419 Walkup Road 


815-459-9473 

Saturday: 

Cary United Methodist 

500 N. First Street 

Cary, IL 60013 

847-639-7627 


- 4:00 pm. 

By phone. Referrals can be made to Case Managers, M-F, 9:00 am 


Description: Open year around, PADS Transitional Program is a transitional shelter for 

homeless men, women, and children of McHenry County. The program is located 1/4 mile 

West of Hwy 14 on Kishwaukee Valley Road, outside of Woodstock. Its nearly six acres lay 

claim to peace and hope. Our transitional home offers second chances. This home can 

provide housing for up to 20 individual or family members. Together, our goal is to 

provide a “homelike” setting and provide the residents with the life skills that they need to 

succeed. These skills include but are not limited to, budgeting, goal planning, job training 

and time management. The residents attend individual and group counseling, which helps 

the residents realize what caused them to become homeless. Other groups offered are: 

anger management, parenting, assertiveness training, decision making, nutrition and 

more. The home consists of a community kitchen, living room, dining room, laundry 

facilities, and a resource room that contains four Internet access computers used for job 

searches and research. There is a men’s dorm that can house up to four single men. 

Single women and families have private rooms in the upstairs area. We also have a 

handicapped accessible room. The residents take pride in and are responsible for keeping 

the home clean and tidy. 

McLean County Center for Human Services, Inc. 

108 W. Market Street 


(309) 827-5351 Voice 

(309) 829-2069 Voice - Medical/Rx Services 

(309) 829-6808 FAX 

www.mcchs.org 

hicks@mcchs.org 

Tom Barr, Executive Director 


Hours: M, 8:00 am - 6:00 pm 

T, 8:00 am - 7:00 pm 

W, 8:00 am - 6:00 pm 

Th, 8:00 am - 8:00 pm 

F, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 

24-hour Emergency Crisis Intervention Team 



 

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Documents Needed: 

Fees: Sliding scale. 


emergency. 

Proof of income, proof of residence, social security number. 

Phone for appointment; may walk in to see Crisis Team in an 

Sites 

1. CHS Rooming House 

(309) 828-2798 Voice 

Pete Stuck, Rooming House Coordinator 

Services 

HOUSING 

Description: Residential group home for chronically mentally ill clients of CHS. 

Eligibility: CHS clients only. 

Sites: 1 

Menard County Housing Authority 

101 W. Sheridan Road 

Petersburg, IL 62675 

(217) 632-7723 Voice 

(217) 632-7255 FAX 

www.menardcha.org 

Anne R. Smith, Director 

Brad Ames, Housing Programs Coordinator 

Hours: M-F, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. 

Area Served: Menard County. 

Eligibility: Must be a U.S. citizen and meet the income guidelines for the Springfield metro area. 

Services 

HOUSING 

Description: The Housing Authority also administers the Section 8 Housing Assistance 

Payments Program for existing housing. This program subsidizes the rent of eligible 



The Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) program is a voluntary program designed to teach 

families how to utilize community resources in order to achieve independence and 

self-sufficiency through education and job training. All Public Housing residents and 

Housing Choice Voucher recipients are eligible to participate in the FSS program. 

Housing Counseling: 

Menard County Housing Authority serves as a HUD Approved Housing Counseling 

Agency. We offer pre and post purchase counseling, credit and budget assistance, credit 

reports, mortgage delinquency, renter’s assistance, fair housing assistance, Home Equity 

Conversion Mortgage (HECM) counseling, loss mitigation and relocation assistance. 

Fees: Rent is based on income, not to exceed 30% of the family income. All MCHA 

services are free of charge to Menard County residents and HUD-related clients, while 

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others may pay a nominal fee. 


Description: MCHA owns and manages 177 units of public housing throughout the 

county. Units sizes range from 1-4-bedrooms. Units styles range from high-rise 

apartments to detached single-family units. Many units include paid utilities. 

Prairie Place was established in 2002 and is comprised of 20 rental units located in the 

communities of Athens and Petersburg. All units are single-family homes with attached 

1-car garage. 

County Estates is the newest addition to affordable housing in Menard County. County 

Estates is comprised of 68 rental units located in the communities of Petersburg, Athens, 

and Greenview. Most of the units are single-family homes with attached 2-car garage. 

Units range in size from 2-4 bedrooms. There are also handicapped-accessible units 

available. 

Milestone, Inc. 

Corporate Office 

4060 McFarland Road 


(815) 639-2970 Voice - Social Services Department 

(815) 654-6100 Voice - Dental Clinic 

www.milestone-inc.org 

Shawn Way, CEO 

Services 

Residential Programs 

Description: Adult Group Homes: Milestone, Inc. has 30 residential group homes for 

adults with developmental disabilities throughout the Greater Rockford Area. Each 

individual actively takes part in the day to day activities of cleaning, cooking, shopping, 

along with a wide variety of recreational activities. 

RocVale Children's Home: A Residential facility for children between the ages of 6 and 21 

with a developmental disability as a primary diagnosis. Providing a comfortable homelike 

atmosphere combining highly specialized services with around the clock supervision and 

nursing care. Individuals are given the opportunity to participate in a wide variety of home 

and community activities designed to prepare them for adult life. Programs range from 

daily living skills to personal care, safety and physical well being. 

Elmwood Heights: Residential facility for 84 adult individuals who are physically and 

developmentally disabled and medically fragile. A comfortable homelike atmosphere 

combining highly specialized services with around the clock medical care. Personalized 

attention and training is provided to help the individual develop daily living skills. 

 

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Milestone, Inc. 

Downtown Community Services 

Description: Downtown Community Services provides a wide array of supportive 

services, guidance and situational intervention to allow individuals to maintain or 

enhance their ability to live in the Rockford community and surrounding area. 

Milestone Community Service Providers and professional staff work with each individual 

to develop and initiate a support plan to meet their needs and personal goals. With 

assistance, each individual lives in and maintains their own apartment, budgets their 

income to meet expenses, shops for groceries and other necessities and accesses the 

community for recreation, shopping and social interaction. In addition, Milestone 

Community Services assists individuals in securing services and opportunities not 

provided by Milestone. 

MorningStar Mission Ministries, Inc. 

350 E. Washington Street 

Joliet, IL 60433 

(815) 722-5780 Voice 

(815) 726-9450 FAX 

morningstarmission.org 

info@morningstarmission.org 

Marilyn Farmer, Executive Director 


Hours: M-F, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 

Area Served: Will County (includes the city of Joliet). 


Documents Needed: Photo ID, Birth Certificate, proof of income, proof of residency, Social 

Security Card. 

Services 

SHELTER 

Description: MorningStar Mission is a non-denominational organization dedicated to 

relieving the spiritual and physical hunger of the poor by providing food for the hungry, 

clothing for the needy, shelter for the homeless and the Gospel of Jesus Christ for all. 

Ministering to men, women, children and entire families, MorningStar Mission has served 

the less fortunate of Joliet and the surrounding Will County area since 1909. Whether it’s 

through a one-time meal or a long-term recovery program, we’re committed to offering 

hope for the hurting. 

Specific Programs Include: 

- 180 Club is a men's 6-month residential recovery program; a safe, caring and 

Christ-centered program where men can reshape their lives. Help in obtaining a GED. 

- 6 month to 2 year Recovery for Women and their children. 

- Community Meals 

- Holiday Food Baskets 

- Back to School (help with school supplies) 

- Transitional Housing 

- Christian Counseling 

- Drop-In Day Center 

Eligibility: Must meet admission criteria for men's 180 Club. 

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Mosaic 

725 W. Madison Street 

Pontiac, IL 61764-1621 

(815) 842-4166 Voice 

(815) 842-4053 FAX 

www.mosaicinfo.org 

chris.johnson@mosaicinfo.org 

Chris Johnson, Executive Director 

Hours: 24/7 

Area Served: Livingston County 

Sites 

1. Mosaic 

725 W. Madison Street 

Pontiac, IL 61764-1621 

(815) 842-4166 Voice 

(815) 842-4053 FAX 

Chris Johnson, Executive Director 

2. Mosaic - Rockford 



(815) 387-8390 Voice 

(815) 387-9005 FAX 

Carla Saelens, Executive Director 

Area Served: Winnebago, Ogle Counties 

Services 


Description: Mosaic provides residential supports for people with developmental 

disabilities. 

Eligibility: Must meet eligibility for Medicaid Waiver Services for Adults with 

Developmental Disabilities. 

Documents Needed: Birth certificate, Social Security number, and ISC (Independent 

Service Coordination) Screening. 

Fees: Funding through Illinois DHS; private pay also accepted. 

Referral Procedures: Mosaic must receive a referral from one of the Illinois Independent 

Service Coordinator entities if funding is needed. Private pay clients may call direct. 

Sites: 1 2 

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Northern Illinois Academy 

998 Corporate Boulevard 


(847) 391-8000 Voice 

http://sequelyouthservices.com/html/autism-northernillinois.html 

Jung Mi Yi, Executive Director 

Vanessa Wouk, MSW, LSW, Admissions Director 


Services 


Description: Northern Illinois Academy is a Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility 

with a licensed capacity of 60 residents. We serve a diverse cross-section of exceptional 

children, from children with autism to young people with complex mental health and 

behavioral problems, to older teens in danger of dropping out of school or going to jail. 

By matching treatment methods to each child’s individual abilities and needs, we achieve 

success in a variety of settings and produce enduring changes. 

Programs Offered: 

•Individual, Family, Group Therapy weekly 

•Recreational Therapy 

•Social and Life Skill Development 

•Educational Services 

•Psychiatric Services 

•Medical Services 

Resident Profile: 

•Females and males, ages 6 to 21 years old 

•Full-scale IQ above 40 

•Demonstrates behavioral, emotional and psychiatric challenges 

•Needs assistance with completing ADLs 

•Suffers from Autism or other Developmental Delays and/or Social Emotional Disabilities 

•In need of a more structured environment to promote safety 

Eligibility: Serves individuals between the ages of 6-21 from Illinois and other states who 

suffer from various mental health disorders. These can include such disorders as 

Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety Disorders, and various forms of 

developmental delays, including those diagnosed on the Autism Spectrum Disorder. 

Orlando-Northbrook Estates 

710-1 W. Orlando 


(309) 454-4144 Voice 

Hours: 

M-F, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm; closed noon - 1:00 pm 

 

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Services 

HOUSING 

Description: Subsidized housing complex serving low-income families, the elderly (62+) 

and individuals with disabilities. 

Peoria Rescue Ministries 

601 S.W. Adams 


(309) 676-6416 Voice 

(309) 676-4334 FAX 

www.peoriarescue.org 

prm@peoriarescue.org 

Jerry J. Trecek, Executive Director 


Hours: 24/7 

Area Served: Peoria County 


Mission 

Services 

Description: The Peoria Rescue Mission exists to reach homeless and needy men with 

the gospel of Jesus Christ, while providing for their physical needs with food, clothing 

and shelter. In a clean and well-maintained atmosphere, men who are willing to abide by 

the structured rules are always welcome. 

Esther House 

Description: Esther House is a long term residential facility for women and women with 

children providing assistance to residents in acquiring the educational and vocational 

skills necessary to become functioning members of society. 

Each resident develops an individual plan which will prepare them to become a 

committed follower of Jesus Christ and a functioning community member. Each resident 

is required to acquire educational and vocational skills, which will prepare her to be 

gainfully employed and self-sufficient. She will be required to contribute to the domestic 

responsibilities within the residence so that when she is on her own, she will be able to 

maintain a home proficiently. 

Phoenix Towers 

202 W. Locust Street 


(309) 827-0041 Voice 

Hours: 

M-F, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm 

 

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Services 

HOUSING 

Description: Subsidized housing for seniors and people with disabilities. 

Eligibility: Must be age 62 and older or on disability (SSDI). 

Pioneer Center for Human Services 

3941 Dayton Street 




(815) 759-7204 Voice - Intake 


(815) 344-3815 FAX 

www.pioneercenter.org 

Patrick Maynard, CEO 

Sandra Ryndak, Director of Admissions 


Hours: M-Th, 7:00 am - 8:30 pm; F, 7:30 am - 4:00 pm. 

Area Served: McHenry County and surrounding areas. 

Documents Needed: Proof of income, proof of residency. 

Referral Procedures: Contact Admissions at 815-759-7204 or GetHelp@pioneercenter.org. 

Walk-ins are also accepted Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm at 3941 Dayton 

Street, McHenry. 

1. Pioneer Center for Human Services 



(815) 759-7204 Voice - Intake 


(815) 344-3815 FAX 

Patrick Maynard, CEO 


Sites 

2. Pioneer Center for Human Services - Behavioral Health/Counseling 

101 S. Jefferson Street 


(815) 759-7204 Voice - Intake 

(815) 338-7360 Voice 

Ronica Patel, Director 

Site Hours: M-Th, 7:00 am - 8:30 pm; F, 7:30 am - 4:00 pm. 


 

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3. Pioneer Center for Human Services - Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities 



(815) 759-7204 Voice - Intake 

(815) 344-1230 Voice 

Susan Krause, Interim Director 

Site Hours: M-Th, 7:00 am - 8:30 pm; F, 7:30 am - 4:00 pm. 


Services 

AUTISM 

Description: Sage House is a group home specifically created to provide for the needs of 

children with autism. The home offers a supervised environment for children with autism 

to learn life skills to transition into the community. The program serves children ages 6 – 

21 and utilizes therapeutic techniques to assist clients in obtaining their personal highest 

level of independence. It also provides referrals, resources, and linkage services. 

Eligibility: Children ages 6 to 21 with autism. 

Fees: Sliding scale; medicaid, medicare, private insurance, and private pay accepted. 

Referral Procedures: Contact Admissions at 815-759-7204 or 

GetHelp@pioneercenter.org. Walk-ins are also accepted Mondays and Wednesdays from 

9:00 am - 2:00 pm at 3941 Dayton Street, McHenry. 

Sites: 1 3 

HOUSING 

Description: Supportive Living enables an adult to live in his or her own apartment, with 

support and assistance from the Pioneer Center team. Staff help individuals build the 

skills they need to live independently, such as budgeting, grocery shopping and 

housekeeping. Our team also provides psycho-social support, helping each participant to 

cope with daily stresses. 

Pioneer Center’s Community Homes (or Group Homes) provide a family living 

environment, where adults share a home in the community with up to seven peers, under 

the supervision of caring staff. Our Community Homes are immaculately maintained and 

are renowned for their homey feel and passionate staff support. The residents share in all 

aspects of running a Pioneer Center group home, such as cooking, cleaning and grocery 

shopping. Pioneer Center has eight intellectual and developmental disability community 

homes nestled in neighborhoods throughout McHenry County. 

Eligibility: Housing program is available for both developmental disability and behavioral 

health services. 

Fees: Sliding scale; medicaid, medicare, private insurance, and private pay accepted. 

Referral Procedures: Contact Admissions at 815-759-7204 or 

GetHelp@pioneercenter.org. Walk-ins are also accepted Mondays and Wednesdays from 

9:00 am - 2:00 pm at 3941 Dayton Street, McHenry. 

Sites: 1 2 3 

 

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RUNAWAY SERVICES 

Description: The Runaway and Homeless Youth Program’s goal is to keep runaway and 

at-risk youth safe. We strive to identify the problems a youth and their family are facing 

and work towards reunification. This program helps runaways, youth refusing to go 

home, youth who have been locked out of their home by parents or guardians, and 

families with concerns about their child’s unsafe behaviors. Services provided include: 

-Follow-up counseling 

-Emergency shelter 

-Meals 

-Transportation 

-Referrals for job placement or school placement 

-Legal guidance 

Our goals are to encourage family reunification and the resolution of intra-family 

problems through counseling and other services, strengthen family relationships and 

encourage stable living conditions, and help youth become independent, self-confident 

individuals capable of good life decisions. 


Referral Procedures: Call 815-338-7360. After hours, call the McHenry County Crisis 

Hotline at 800-892-8900. 

Sites: 1 2 

Prairie View Villas 

3246 Vandever 

Pekin, IL 61554 

(888) 323-3038 Toll-free - To request housing application 

(309) 642-6740 Voice 

Area Served: 

Tazewell and surrounding counties. No specific geographic limitations. 

Services 

HOUSING 

Description: Prairie View Villas is a HUD subsidized community for persons 18 years of 

age or older with serious mental illness. Apartments feature 1 bedroom, full bathrooms, 

appliances, individually controlled heat/AC, garbage removal, full wheelchair accessibility 

and parking. Other community features are access-control entrance, on-site caretaker, 

24-hour on-call maintenance, on-site laundry facilities, community & computer room, 

sprinkler system and smoke detectors throughout. 

Eligibility: Persons 18 years of age or older with serious mental illness. 

Maximum Income Guidelines: HUD subsidized income limits apply. 

Referral Procedures: Call for more information or to request an application. 

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Project Oz 

1105 W. Front Street 


(309) 827-0377 Voice 

(309) 829-8877 FAX 

www.projectoz.org 

projectoz@projectoz.org 

Peter Rankaitis, Executive Director 

Kellie Henrichs, Coordinator, Prevention & Education 


Hours: Office: M-F, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm; 24-hour emergency services. 

Area Served: McLean County (unless otherwise noted). 



Services 

Transitional Living Program (TLP) 

Description: The TLP is for homeless McLean County youth (including homeless youth 

who are pregnant or parenting) ages 18-21 who are ready to take on the responsibilities of 

learning and using independent living skills. We provide stable and safe housing while 

youth learn skills and internalize habits that can end chronic homelessness; reintegrate 

youth in to the community; and help youth find and maintain long-term jobs at livable 

wages. A maximum of 10 youth can be housed by the program, and additional spaces are 

available in the weekly Life Skills classes. Through the 18-month program, youth take on 

increasing responsibilities for monthly rent, must maintain employment, must attend Life 

Skills, and work with their caseworker to connect to other community services. 

Fees: No fee. 

Referral Procedures: Must complete an application in person at the Project Oz office. An 

Advisory Board will review all applications for placement in available housing, on the 

waiting list, or transfer to Street Outreach services. 

Youth Initiative Program 

Description: 1) 24-hour crisis intervention services to runaway youth ages 10-17 and 

their families. Host Homes Program allows placement of youth for 1-2 nights as needed. 

Entry to placement is through Oz staff only. 

2) Family counseling using "Choice Theory/Reality Therapy." Project Oz is certified by the 

Glasser Institute to use this program. 

3) Individual counseling services available in community or school settings to youth 10-17 

years of age. 

Area Served: McLean and Livingston counties. 

Fees: No fee. 

Referral Procedures: Primarily through law enforcement, parents, schools, and 

self-referral. 

Safe Place 

Description: In addition to Project Oz, all Bloomington and Normal Fire Stations are Safe 

Places. Jesus House is also a Safe Place in Bloomington (located at 724 W. Washington 

Street). 

How Safe Place Works: 

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1) A youth in crisis walks into a designated Safe Place location (identified by a Safe Place 

sign or decal) and tells the first available employee that they need Safe Place help. 

2) The employee will find a quiet, comfortable place for the youth to wait while they call 

the local Safe Place contact. 

3) The Safe Place contact will call the location back to identify the volunteer or staff 

member who will come to meet the young person at the location. 

4) Ideally, within 20-30 minutes, the Safe Place volunteer or staff member will arrive to talk 

with the youth and transport him or her to the agency for counseling, support, a place to 

stay or other resources. 

5) Once at the agency, counselors meet with the youth and provide support, resources 

and help. They make sure the youth and their families receive the help and professional 

referrals they need. (Family members or guardians are called to let them know that their 

youth is safe.) The agency helps the youth and the family through a difficult time or crisis 

situation through counseling and support services. 

Most young people hear about Safe Place during school presentations. Each student is 

presented with a Safe Place information card. This card has the local Safe Place phone 

number and tells them that Safe Place help is free and confidential. For more details on 

the national initiative, go to www.nationalsafeplace.org. 

Additional Information: Project Oz, in collaboration with the Bloomington Fire 

Department, Normal Fire Department and Jesus Coffeehouse, joins many youth service 

agencies across the nation in offering a Safe Place Program to their community. Safe 

Place provides young people access to immediate help and safety if they find themselves 

in a crisis. Young people in our community can access a Project Oz Crisis Worker 24/7 by 

walking into any Bloomington or Normal Fire Station or Jesus House and asking for Safe 

Place help. Project Oz will respond to youth at all Safe Place locations with crisis 

counseling and shelter services when necessary. 

Remedies Renewing Lives 

516 Green Street 

Rockford, IL 61102-2218 

(815) 962-6102 Voice - Domestic Violence Services/24 hours 

(815) 962-0871 Voice - Substance Abuse Services 

(815) 962-6102 TTY - DV Services 

(815) 490-1050 FAX - DV Fax 

(815) 962-7895 FAX - SA Fax 

www.remediesrenewinglives.org 

Gary Halbach, President/CEO 

Cheryl Piper, Vice-President, Substance Abuse Services 


Hours: M-F, 8:30 - 4:30 (Fridays until 1:00 pm). 

Domestic violence services are operational 24/7/365. 

All services must be arranged by telephone in advance. 

Area Served: Winnebago, Boone counties. 

Other Languages: Sign Language; Spanish 

 

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Services 

Domestic Violence Shelter and Services 

Description: Emergency domestic violence shelter for victims fleeing abuse and their 

dependent children. Walk-in counseling about domestic abuse. Referrals for other 

services. Legal advocacy to obtain orders of protection. 

Eligibility: Victims of intimate partner violence or child witness of intimate partner 

violence. 

Additional Information: Call the domestic violence telephone number for information on 

Remedies' other sites in Belvidere, Rockford's Eastside and courthouse (Rockford) 

location. 

Fees: No fees; all services are free. 

Referral Procedures: By phone; call for information on availability. 

Rockford Housing Authority 

223 South Winnebago Street 


(815) 489-8500 Voice 

(815) 489-8555 FAX 

http://www.rockfordha.org 

exec@rockfordha.org 

John Cressman, Executive Director 

Area Served: City of Rockford 

Services 

HOUSING 

Description: The Rockford Housing Authority administers its Section Eight program in 

the most flexible manner consistent with HUD regulations. The following programs are 

administered by the Rockford Housing Authority under the Section Eight subsidy 

program: 

• Housing Choice Voucher Programs 

• Moderate Rehabilitation Program 

• Project Based Section Eight 

These programs enable participants to receive a subsidy while leasing from landlords in 

the private market. To qualify, an applicant must: 

• Meet the definition of "family" 

• Meet HUD's income guidelines 

• Furnish Social Security numbers 

• Furnish evidence of citizenship/eligible immigrant status 

 

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Rockford Housing Authority 


Description: Public Housing provides assistance for low-income families, the elderly and 

people with disabilities. In Rockford, this program includes a variety of housing 

opportunities, including multi-family developments, high-rise towers and scattered site 

homes. The Rockford Housing Authority's low-income public housing program includes 

four family developments that consist of one-to-six bedroom apartments totaling 669 

units. Also included are four high-rise towers, which house elderly residents and 

residents with disabilities. These apartments house approximately 1,000 families. 

The Rockford Housing Authority has made a commitment to develop housing for persons 

with special needs. Under the low-income public housing programs, three developments 

were developed to accommodate persons with disabilities. 

The Rockford Housing Authority also has a very active scattered site rental program that 

consists of single-family and duplex homes located throughout Rockford. The RHA owns 

and maintains 333 scattered site homes under the low income public housing program. 

Rockford MELD 

620 Kishwaukee Street 


3703 N. Main Street #107 


(815) 963-3369 Voice - Shelter 

(815) 633-6353 Voice - Administrative 

(815) 633-8709 FAX 

www.rockfordmeld.org 

mail@rockfordmeld.org 

Vikki Noe-Eltvedt, Executive Director 

Rachel Miller, Shelter Supervisor 


Hours: M-F, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. 

Shelter open 24/7. 

Area Served: Winnebago, Boone counties 

Services 

MELD at Trinity House Homeless Shelter 

Description: MELD Trinity House Homeless Shelter houses young mothers and their 

children. There is a 120 day maximum stay in the shelter. The MELD at Trinity House 

Homeless Shelter provides comprehensive programming for young homeless mothers 

including: 

- Three daily nutritionally balanced meals 

- Needs assessment 


- Educational assessment 

- Life Skills Education 

- Parenting Education 

- Referral to mental health and substance abuse resources 

- Transportation 

 

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Area Served: Primarily Winnebago and Boone counties, however there are no 

geographic restrictions. 

Eligibility: Young mothers must be under the age of 21 but over the age of seventeen. 

Minors must be emancipated or receive approval from the local crisis program. Mothers 

must be pregnant and/or parenting and have custody of their child. Family must be 

homeless or at imminent risk of becoming homeless. 

Maximum Income Guidelines: 50% below federal poverty level. 

Documents Needed: Birth certificate, proof of income, Social Security card, proof of 

pregnancy, homeless verification, consents. 

Referral Procedures: Referrals are taken by phone only (815)963-3369 x17. If shelter is 

full, ask about waiting list. 

Transitional Living Program 

Description: The Transitional Living Program (TLP) provides housing for young mothers 

and their children. The program consists of 22 apartments for independent living. Clients 

may remain in the program for 2 years or to the age of 22. TLP residents receive access to 

all MELD resources and programming including case management services and life/job 

skills training. 

Eligibility: - Young mothers between the ages of 17 and 21 and their children 

- Pregnant and/or parenting 

- Homeless or at imminent risk of becoming homeless 

Maximum Income Guidelines: 50% below federal poverty level. 

Documents Needed: Birth certificate, proof of income, Social Security card, verification 

of homelessness; consents. 

Fees: Sliding scale. 

Referral Procedures: Referrals and access to program by phone only @ (815)963-3369 

x19. TLP Case Coordinator is Jennifer Winberg. 

Rockford Rescue Mission Ministries, Inc. 

715 W. State Street 


PO Box 1958 


(815) 965-5332 Voice 

(815) 965-0033 FAX 

www.rockfordrescuemission.org 

info@rockfordrescuemission.org 

Sherry Pitney, Executive Director 


Hours: 24/7 

Area Served: Northern Illinois (includes Winnebago, Boone, Ogle counties) and Southern 

Wisconsin. 

Accessibility: Fully Accessible 

Fees: No fees for services. 

Referral Procedures: Walk-in for shelter or meals; by phone or appointment for Life Recovery 

Programs. 

 

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Rockford Rescue Mission Ministries, Inc. 

Sites 

1. Rockford Rescue Mission Ministries, Inc. 

715 W. State Street 


(815) 965-5332 Voice 

(815) 965-0033 FAX 

Sherry Pitney, Executive Director 


2. Women's Crisis Center 

809 Cedar Street 


(815) 986-0393 Voice 

Brenda Reddic, Supervisor 

Services 

SHELTER 

Description: Men's Services - The shelter offers a safe comfortable environment for up 

to 130 men to sleep at night. For any man in the community, a day room is open daily and 

is also used as a warming and cooling center during extreme weather conditions. Case 

management is provided to assist guests with employment, housing needs and for those 

struggling with self destructive lifestyles. 

Women's Services - The Women’s Crisis Center allows the Mission to offer short-term 

housing for up to 48 homeless women and mothers with children, providing: 

•Safe shelter, food and clothing for up to 90 days. 

•Case management; life-skills training; community resources and medical services. 

•Coordinated services for children, including public schooling and emergency daycare. 

Fees: All services provided free of charge. 

Sites: 1 2 

Rural Rental Housing Program 

Rural Development State Office 

2118 W. Park Court 

Champaign, IL 61821-2986 

(217) 403-6200 Voice 

(217) 403-6243 FAX 

http://www.rurdev.usda.gov 

Molly Hammond, Asst. State Director 

Sheila Maxey, RD Area Office Contact 

Area Served: State of Illinois. 

 

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1. Rural Rental Housing Program 


Champaign, IL 61821-2986 

(217) 403-6200 Voice 

(217) 403-6243 FAX 

Molly Hammond, Asst. State Director 

Sites 

2. Rural Rental Housing Program - Princeton Area Office (1) 

312 East Backbone Road, Suite B 

Princeton, IL 61356 

(815) 875-8732 Voice 

(815) 872-1175 FAX 

Christine J. Pratt, Area Specialist 

Area Served: Jo Daviess, Stephenson, Winnebago, Carroll, Ogle, Whiteside, Lee, Rock Island, 

Henry, Bureau, Mercer, and Stark counties. 

3. Rural Rental Housing Program - Ottawa Area Office (1) 

1689 North 31st Road, Suite 1 

Ottawa, IL 61350 

(815) 433-0551 Voice 

(815) 433-4287 FAX 

Penny Hexdall, Area Supervisor 

Area Served: Boone, McHenry, Lake, DeKalb, Kane, DuPage, Cook, LaSalle, Kendall, Will, 

Grundy, Kankakee, Putnam, and Marshall counties. 

4. Rural Rental Housing Program - Champaign Area Office (2) 



(217) 352-3536 Voice 

(217) 352-4781 FAX 

Sheila Maxey, Area Supervisor 

Area Served: McLean, Livingston, DeWitt, Woodford, Ford, Iroquois, Piatt, Macon, Champaign, 

Vermilion, Douglas, and Edgar counties. 

5. Rural Rental Housing Program - Galesburg Area Office (4) 

233 South Soangetaha Road 

Galesburg, IL 61401 

(309) 342-5138 Voice 

(309) 343-1182 FAX 

Mark B. Murphy, Area Supervisor 

Area Served: Menard, Henderson, Warren, Knox, Peoria, Hancock, McDonough, Fulton, 

Tazewell, Mason, and Logan counties. 

 

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6. Rural Rental Housing Program - Jacksonville Are Office (4) 

1904 W. Lafayette, Suite 3 

Jacksonville, IL 62650 

(217) 243-1535 Voice 

(217) 245-4875 FAX 

Tracy S. Ashbaugh, Area Supervisor 

Area Served: Sangamon, Christian, Adams, Schuyler, Brown, Cass, Pike, Scott, Morgan, 

Calhoun, Green, Jersey, and Macoupin counties. 

Services 

HOUSING 

Description: The Rural Development Program funds several apartment complexes in 

rural areas of Illinois. The apartment complexes are privately owned but receive funding 

from the program and may be rented at a reduced rate. 

Referral Procedures: By phone. Apartment complexes participating in the program may 

also be located online by visiting www.rurdev.usda.gov/HMF_MFH.html. 

Sites: 1 2 3 4 5 6 

Rutledge Youth Foundation, Inc. 

931 North Rutledge 


(217) 525-7757 Voice 

(217) 525-7737 FAX 

www.rutledgeyouthfoundation.com 

ryf@sbcglobal.net 

Martin L. Michelson, Executive Director 

Mollie Buchanan, Clinical Services Manager 


Hours: M-F, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm 

Area Served: Approximately a 60 mile radius from Springfield which includes Christian, Logan, 

Mason, Menard, Morgan and Sangamon counties, depending on program. 

Eligibility: Clients must be age 0-21 and in need of our services as described. Parent and or 

guardian signatures are required to authorize services. 

Referral Procedures: Clients may self refer or be referred by a parent, guardian, caseworker, 

teacher, probation officer or significant other. Phone calls are preferred to schedule an 

appointment for intake. 

Services 

Independent Living Option (ILO) 

Description: This program provides monthly subsidies to clients for rent, food and 

utilities while the client either works full time or attends school. While in the program, 

clients receive up to 7 hours per week of Case Management Services which focus heavily 

on teaching clients to shop, budget, and prioritize among other independent living skills. 

 

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Group Home / Transitional Living Progam (TLP) 

Description: The Group Home provides residential services for young men between the 

ages of 16 and 21. Transitional living services include employment related services, 

laundry, cooking, and maintaining their personal space appropriately. These boys receive 

10-15 hours of Case Management Services weekly. 

Salem4youth 

15161 North 400 East Road 

Flanagan, IL 61740 

(815) 796-4561 Voice 

(815) 796-4565 FAX 

www.salem4youth.com 

info@salem4youth.com 

Kent Robson, Executive Director/CEO 


Area Served: Nationwide Service 

Other Languages: Sign Language 


Services 


Description: Therapeutic boarding school for adolescent males, 12-18 years of age. 

Short-term (4-6 mths) and long-term (12-18 mths) programs available. Provides weekly 

therapy, computer-based school program, sports, vocational and horse programs. 

Salem4youth deals with a wide range of mental health issues, substance abuse issues 

(not a detox facility), truancy, and family issues. They do not accept sex offenders, violent 

offenders, or spectrum-disordered youth. They work with all types of family structures. 

Documents Needed: Birth certificate, social security card, immunization record. 

Fees: Non-profit, private pay. Sliding scale tuition, based on family income. Does not 

accept states funding sources. 

Referral Procedures: Phone call, meeting, application, admittance. 

Salvation Army Community Center, Bloomington Corps 



(309) 829-9476 Voice 

(309) 827-8997 FAX 

www.sabloomington.org 

Thomas_Fulop@usc.salvationarmy.org 

Captains Paul & D.J. James, Corps Commanding Officers 

Thomas Fulop, Social Service Director 


Hours: TSA Community Center: M-F, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm; closed for lunch, 12:00 -1:00 pm 


Note: National Salvation Army website: www.usc.salvationarmy.org 

 

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Sites 

1. Salvation Army Safe Harbor Shelter and Social Service Center 



(309) 829-9476 Voice 

(309) 829-3680 FAX 

Thomas Fulop, Social Service Director 

Services 

Safe Harbor 

Description: Residential Services offers shelter beds to homeless men and women. In 

addition to day center services, clients receive an evening meal. The length of stay is 

eight weeks. The stay may be extended based on progress. Warming center open during 

inclement weather. Meals available to non residents. Must see a case manager for 

approval. 

Hours: 7 days/week, 5:00 pm to 8:00 am (residential). 

Documents Needed: Admission requirements: BPD clearance card. If one is not able to 

obtain a clearance card, one must receive approval from a case manager. 

Sites: 1 


Description: Open to families with children when available and through agency referral. 

Eligibility: Families with up to 4 individuals (may include single mothers, single fathers, 

or married couples with children). 

Referral Procedures: Agency referral required. 

Sites: 1 

WARMING CENTERS 

Description: Warming Center is available during cold weather months. Those eligible to 

stay in the warming center are homeless men and women, ages 18 and up. 

Documents Needed: Clearance card from Bloomington Police Department. 

Sites: 1 

Salvation Army of Coles and Cumberland Counties 

1300 Richmond Avenue 

Mattoon, IL 61938 

PO Box 671 

Mattoon, IL 61938 

(217) 234-3915 Voice 

(217) 235-5667 FAX 

www.usc.salvationarmy.org/mattoon 

Jeff & Erin Eddy, Corps Commanding Officers 

Hours: Food Pantry: M-F, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm. 

Social Services: T-F, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm. 

Area Served: Coles and Cumberland Counties (includes the city of Mattoon). 

 

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Eligibility: No set requirements; done on a case by case basis. 


Services 

SHELTER 

Description: Emergency Shelter and food is available to families or individuals who are 

unable to stay at the local shelter. 

Salvation Army of Danville 

855 E. Fairchild Street 


(217) 442-5911 Voice 

(217) 442-4260 FAX 

Captain Judith Lowder, Commanding Corps Officer 

Sharon Sawka, Social Service Director 

Hours: M-F, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm and 1:00 - 4:00 pm 

Area Served: Vermilion County. 

SHELTER 

Services 

Description: Emergency shelter assistance is available on a case-by-case basis when all 

other shelters are full and other resources are unable to be obtained. Clients can be 

helped for 1 to 14 days depending on the situation. 

Eligibility: Clients must fill out an application and the caseworker will determine if the 

client is eligible. 

Salvation Army of Kankakee County 

148 N. Harrison Avenue 


(815) 933-8421 Voice 

(815) 933-4142 FAX 

www.usc.salvationarmy.org/kankakee 

Gerald_ONeal@usc.salvationarmy.org 

Major Gerald O'Neil, Corps Officer 

Hours: M-F, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm 

Area Served: Kankakee County 

Services 

SHELTER 

Description: A homeless family shelter is available for women and women with children. 

A drop-in Safe Haven is available 24 hours for males who are homeless. Both shelters are 

goal-based programs where residents must be working toward self-sufficiency. 

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Keester Center 

307 N. Kickapoo Street 


P.O. Box 52 


(217) 732-7890 Voice 

(217) 732-1302 FAX 

J. Anthony Shuff, Director 

Hours: M-Th, 9:00 am-1:00 pm; Fri, 9:00 am - 12:00 noon 

Area Served: Logan and Mason counties 

Area Served: Logan and Mason counties 

Services 


Description: Provides transitional housing for women & children as funds and space are 

available. 

Salvation Army of Quincy - Emergency Shelter 

18th & Seminary Road 

Quincy, IL 62301 

(217) 222-8655 Voice 

(217) 222-5496 FAX 

www.salvationarmyquincy.org 

Major Dan Jennings, Senior Kroc Officer 


Hours: 24/7 - Intake hours are 8:30 am - 10:00 pm 

Area Served: Adams County (includes the city of Quincy). 


Services 

SHELTER 

Description: The Quincy Salvation Army Emergency Shelter is a 14 bed shelter which 

provides temporary housing for homeless families and single men and women. This 

shelter is the only one within a 100 mile radius that serves this population. 

Eligibility: In order to protect all of our residents, it is required that anyone needing to 

stay in the shelter must first go to the Quincy Police Station, located at 8th and Maine, 

where they will have their picture taken and be given a yellow transient card to take to The 

Salvation Army. Normal intake hours are from 7:00 a.m.- 10:00 p.m. 

To ensure the safety and well being of our residents, we will not be able to provide shelter 

at our facility for the following: 

• Those convicted of sexual crimes. 

• Those convicted of violent crimes including child abuse, domestic abuse, assault, 

murder, etc. 

• Individuals who are unwilling to participate in the program. 

 

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Documents Needed: 

Fees: No fee. 


Photo ID. 

By phone, walk-in, appointment. 

Salvation Army of Springfield 

530 N. Sixth Street 


(217) 525-2196 Voice 

(217) 525-2197 FAX 

www.tsaspringfield.org 

info@tsaspringfield.org 

Majors Paul and Barbara Logan, Corps Commanding Officers 

Hours: Social Service Office: M-F, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm and 1:00 - 4:00 pm 

Emergency/Transistional Shelter: 24 hours 



Services 

SHELTER 

Description: The Salvation Army Homeless Shelter provides clients with the following 

services: 

- Shelter 

- On-site medical care 

- On-site mental health services 

- Tranporation to job interviews, doctor's appointments, court appearances, and social 

services agencies. 

- GED classes 

- Illinois Skills Match 


- Computer classes/Internet access 

- Evening meal 

- Laundry facilities 

- Life skills groups 

- Counseling 

Salvation Army of Winnebago County 

416 S. Madison Street 


(815) 972-1135 Voice 

(815) 972-1137 FAX 

www.SalArmyWinnebago.org 

Candice_Berg@usc.salvationarmy.org 

Randy & Kathy Hellstrom, Pastors/Directors 

Candice Berg, Social Services Director 


Hours: M-F, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm 

 

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Area Served: Winnebago County 



Sites 

1. Salvation Army of Winnebago County - Adult Rehabilitation Center 

1706 18th Avenue 


(815) 397-0440 Voice 

(815) 398-5369 FAX 

Robert & Audrey McClintock, Majors 

Services 

Adult Rehabilitation Center 

Description: The ARC affords men the opportunity to regain their self-respect and 

acquire the life skills needed to take their rightful place in society. Located in Rockford, 

The Adult Rehabilitation Center (ARC) is a smoke-free facility dedicated to rebuilding 

lives. The residence will accommodate up to 72 men. Beneficiaries (program participants) 

stay a minimum of six months and may remain up to one year until they are able to 

integrate back into a productive life. 

Our program is designed to treat the whole person, rather that just a specific problem. 

The majority of men who come to this center for assistance are having problems in many 

areas of their lives -- social, medical, spiritual, personal and employment. The common 

factor for most is that of addiction to drugs and/or alcohol. 

Eligibility: Potential male participants must: 

- Be between 18 and 65 years of age 

- Be willing to admit the need for rehabilitation 

- Be in good physical health and willing to participate in the entire program, 

including work therapy 

- Be committed to a six-month to one year period of rehabilitation 

- Have a desire to rebuild a lifestyle free of chemical dependency. 

Fees: A nominal fee may be accessed if participant has an income. This program is 

supported by the generous public donations to our local Thrift Stores. 


Sites: 1 

Shadow Home 

118 W. Franklin Street 


PO Box107 


(217) 824-2001 Voice 

www.shadowhome.org 

info@shadowhome.org 

Loretta Powers, Director 


 

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Shadow Home 

Hours: 24/7 

Area Served: 

No geographic limitation. Services offered regardless of residence. 

Services 


Description: Shadow Home is a 9 month residential, faith based program designed to 

help women become better parents, employees, and citizens. Shadow Home provides 

lodging, meals, clothing, laundry, biblical guidance, etc. 

Agency Mission: To provide a shelter for homeless, abandoned, or abused women and 

their children where they will have the opportunity to break the cycles of hopelessness 

and dependencies through spiritually based teaching and care, effecting permanent 

change in their lives, and leading to the development of positive character and life skills. 

Eligibility: Women and their children (ages 9 and under). Women will be expected to 

follow set guidelines and assist with household duties during their stay. 

Documents Needed: Photo ID, birth certificate, social security card 

Referral Procedures: Application/interview. 24 hour wait after interview before 

admittance. 

Shelter Care Ministries 

412 N. Church Street 


(815) 964-5520 Voice 

(815) 964-9812 FAX 

www.shelter-care.org 

info@shelter-care.org 

Lou Ness, Executive Director 

Robert Parker, Jubilee Director 



Jubilee Center: M, T, Th, F, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm; W, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm 

Housing: M-F, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm 

Maya's House: M-F, 8:00 am - 1:00 pm 

Employment Program: M-Th, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm 

(No programs on weekends) 

Area Served: Winnebago, Ogle, Boone and surrounding areas. 


Fees: No fees 

Services 

Emergency/Transitional Housing Program 

Description: The Emergency Housing Program serves homeless families with complex 

problems such as addictions, abusive relationships and poor life skills. Housing is 

provided in one of Shelter Care's 14 apartments for a maximum of 120 days. Case 

managers work with families to develop weekly goals in employment, education, child 

services and housing to ensure transition into a more stable lifestyle. 

The Transitional Housing Program is an extension of the Emergency Housing Program for 

families that have long term needs. Housing is provided in one of 6 apartments for a 

maximum of 2 years, however the average stay is 7-9 months. These families continue to 

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work on goals they have set in the emergency program. They continue to pay off their 

debts, increase their job skills and develop their coping and life skills. 

Hours: M-F, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm 

Eligibility: 21 years of age and older; have children in their custody, must be homeless 

Documents Needed: Birth certificate, proof of income, proof of residency, Social 

Security Card. 

Referral Procedures: Preferably by phone, though walk-ins are accepted. 

Veteran Families Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) 

Description: Shelter Care Ministries is now accepting applications the Veteran Families 

Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) program. Families selected for PSH will move into a 

two or three bedroom house or apartment selected by Shelter Care Ministries, and will be 

supported by a Housing Advocate. Rent will be paid each month by Shelter Care, but 

program participants hold their own leases. As the lease holder, each resident is 

responsible for all utility payments. In addition, by entering PSH, participants are agreeing 

to create a program plan, meet with a Housing Advocate regularly, and be accountable for 

their choices. 

Eligibility: Your family may qualify if you meet the following criteria: 

- Family is currently homeless (living in a shelter, doubled up with family or 

friends, living outside, current eviction notice, etc.) 

- An adult member of the household is a Veteran with an honorable discharge 

- Family is comprised of parent(s) and dependent children in his/her custody 

- Family has a verifiable monthly income of at least $600.00 

- An adult residing in the household can establish both Nicor gas and ComEd electric 

services in his/her name, in addition to water and sanitation services through the City of 

Rockford and Rock River Water Reclamation District. 

Referral Procedures: By phone to request application. Applications may be e-mailed, 

mailed, or dropped off in person to 218 7th Street, Rockford, IL 61104. Applications will be 

reviewed and qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an in-person interview. 

All interviewees will be notified by phone or mail regarding their acceptance into PSH. 

Siemsen Property Management 

320 E. Main Street 

Colfax, IL 61728 

PO Box 135 

Gibson City, IL 60936 

(217) 784-8510 Voice 

(217) 784-4755 FAX 

http://siemsenrentals.com/ 

Greta Siemsen, Manager 


Services 

HOUSING 

Description: 

Serves the elderly and disabled. 

Has units in several cities: Gibson City, Paxton, Hoopeston, and Colfax. 

Eligibility: Serves elderly (60+), disabled, and low-income families. 

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Sojourn Shelter and Services, Inc. 

1800 Westchester Boulevard 



(217) 726-5100 Voice - Admin Office 

(866) 435-7438 Toll-free - (866-HELP4DV) 

(217) 732-8988 Voice - Lincoln Outreach 

(217) 726-7385 TTY 

(217) 726-8664 FAX 

www.sojournshelter.org 

Tami Silverman, Chief Executive Officer 

Laura Kresse, Business & Prevention Coordinator 

Hours: 24 hours. 

Area Served: Menard, Sangamon, Logan, Christian, Montgomery counties. 

Services 


Description: Sojourn Shelter and Services provides emergency shelter for victims of 

domestic violence. In addition to a safe place to stay, they also offer individual counseling 

and educational group services. They provide community referrals and advocacy for their 

clients. They also have a confidential, 24-hour hotline for emergencies and support. 

All services are free and confidential. 

South Cottage Village 

1000 S. Cottage Avenue 


(309) 888-4444 Voice 

(309) 454-5813 FAX 

www.firstsiteapartment.com 

Ulises Napoles, Leasing & Marketing Manager 

Hours: M-F, 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. 

Sat, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 


Services 

HOUSING 

Description: South Cottage Village is a 50-unit senior community with affordable rents. 

Some amenities include: workout center, library, large multi-purpose room, elevator 

service, secured facility with cameras, and accessible and adaptable units. Apartments 

are also available for elderly residents in need of supportive housing. 

Eligibility: Residents must be age 55 and older and have low to moderate incomes. 

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South Side Mission - Peoria 

1127 South Laramie Street 


(309) 676-4604 Voice 

(309) 673-1041 Voice - Food Pantry/Household Goods 

(309) 676-6834 FAX 

www.southsidemission.org 

philn@southsidemission.org 

Philip W. Newton, Executive Director 

Area Served: Peoria 

Services 

SHELTER 

Description: The New Promise Center is a housing, social service, and spiritual 

enhancement program of the South Side Mission for homeless women and women with 

children. The Center offers case management, psychological and medical assessments, 

pastoral care, biblical studies, and life-skills and health classes. Staff refer clients to local 

employment training, education programs, and social service and community programs 

for specific human needs. 

Hours: Call 309-636-7082 

Referral Procedures: Preferably clients are pre-screened by telephone before intake, but 

walk-ins are welcomed. Proof of identification is required. The client must be able to 

physically care for herself (and children) and participate in the daily required activities. 

The New Promise Center is inappropriate for persons who need assisted living, have 

severe or unattended psychological and medical needs, and active drug/alcohol use. 

Sparc 

232 N. Bruns Lane 


(217) 793-2100 Voice 

(217) 793-2127 FAX 

www.spfldsparc.org 

Carlissa Puckett, Chief Executive Officer 

Greg O'Connor, Chief Operating Officer 


Hours: M-F, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm 

Residential services 24/7/365 

Area Served: Sangamon, Menard counties 

Services 


Description: Sparc is a 501 ( c )(3) not-for-profit organization, founded in 1951, by a 

group of parents of children with cognitive disabilities (formerly referred to as mental 

retardation). Sparc's mission is to enrich the lives of individuals with intellectual and 

developmental disabilities by enabling them to successfully live, learn, work, and 

socialize in the community. Sparc fulfills its mission through programs attuned to the 

unique potential of each individual and designed to build self confidence and 

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independence. Support services are provided to approximately 500 hundred individuals 

through one or more of the following programs: twenty-four hour residential support; 

developmental training; supported living; respite care; supported employment; 

competitive employment; janitorial training; epilepsy support services and Kamp 

Kaleidoscope. 

Eligibility: Must have a developmental delay/disability, must not be a danger to self or 

others, must reside in Sangamon and Menard counties. 

Springfield Housing Authority 

200 North 11th Street 


(217) 753-5757 Voice/TTY 

(217) 753-5799 FAX 

www.springfieldhousingauthority.org 

brenda.bruner@sha1.org 

Jackie L. Newman, Executive Director 

Melissa Huffstedtler, Deputy Director 



Area Served: Springfield and Sangamon County 

Services 

Section 8 Program 

Description: The Section 8 housing choice voucher program is the federal government's 

major program for assisting very low-income families, the elderly, and the disabled to 

afford decent, safe, and sanitary housing in the private market. Since housing assistance 

is provided on behalf of the family or individual, participants are able to find their own 

housing, including single-family homes, townhouses and apartments. The participant is 

free to choose any housing that meets the requirements of the program and is not limited 

to units located in subsidized housing projects. 


Description: Applications can be obtained during office hours. Applications should be 

submitted with all appropriate documentation as outlined in the application packet for 

processing in person during specified dates and times (listed in the packet). Your 

application is processed into the system and put in order by date and time. Once the 

application process begins, there is certain criterion, which must be met: 

- Landlord History for 3 years (No record of disturbance or destruction; timely payment of 

rent) 

- Criminal History (No misdemeanor criminal activity for 3 years; no felonious activity for 

10 years) 

Springfield Housing Authority currently operates over 2,700 units in public housing, 

homeownership, and the Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8). 

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Stepping Stones of Rockford, Inc. 



(815) 963-0683 Voice 

(815) 963-6018 FAX 

www.ssrinc.org 

pr@ssrinc.org 

Stephen E. Langley, CEO 

Susan Schroeder, Director of Services 


Hours: M-F, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 

Area Served: Primarily Winnebago and Boone counties, but referrals accepted throughout the 

Northwest Illinois area. 


Services 


Description: Stepping Stones provides community housing and psychiatric 

rehabilitation services for adults with serious and persistent mental illness or severe 

emotional disturbances. The organization offers group homes, supervised and supported 

housing and also case management services for individuals who live more independently. 

Eligibility: Age 18 and older, diagnosed with a serious mental illness or severe emotional 

disturbance. 


Security Card, immunization record. 

Fees: Set fees; private pay, private insurance and Medicaid accepted. 

Referral Procedures: By phone or referral to the Director of Services, Sue Schroeder at 

815-963-0683. 

Streamwood Behavioral Healthcare System 

1400 East Irving Park Road 

Streamwood, IL 60107 

(630) 837-9000 Voice 

(800) 272-7790 Toll-free 

www.streamwoodhospital.com 

Ronald Weglarz, Chief Executive Officer 

Hours: 24/7 


Fees: Assessment & Referral Intake Clinicians provide notification to patients and their 

guardians regarding the potential option of financial assistance. Also, an uninsured patient who 

meets certain income requirements may qualify for an uninsured discount. 

Services 

 

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Streamwood Behavioral Healthcare System 


Description: Streamwood provides children and adolescents with a continuum of 

services including: Inpatient Stabilization, Day Treatment, Outpatient Assessment and 

Treatment, Residential Care, Therapeutic Day School and Behavioral Management 

Specialty Assessment. 

Treatment is individualized. Their team approach helps strengthen individual’s social 

skills and interpersonal relationships by utilizing their existing emotional, behavioral and 

social resources in conjunction with environmental resources at home and school. 

Behavioral management techniques are a key treatment component. Positive 

reinforcements help build self-esteem and increase healthy behaviors while addressing 

limit setting and self-discipline. 

Referral Procedures: Individuals can walk into the facility without an appointment and 

still receive an immediate assessment or they can schedule it on the phone with the staff 

person they are speaking with. 

Summertree Rental Residences 

711 W. Orlando 


(309) 451-5555 Voice 

(309) 451-1555 FAX 

Meagan Gashi, Property Manager 

Hours: M-F, 9:00 am - 5:00; Sat, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm 

Or by Appointment 

Services 

HOUSING 

Description: Section 42 housing for couples, familes, seniors and people with 

disabilities. Plans include mini blinds and washer dryer connections. All units pre wired 

for cable, internet and phone. Private street in a quiet residential setting with parking at 

residences. Adjacent to public golf course, recreational/aquatic center park and walking 

trail. Transportation and shopping nearby. 

Eligibility: Income guidelines apply; please call. 

The Center for Prevention of Abuse (Peoria) 


PO Box 3855 


(800) 559-7233 Toll-free - 800-559-SAFE 

(309) 691-0551 Voice 

(309) 637-3905 Voice - 24 hour Elder Abuse Reporting 

(309) 272-2918 FAX 

www.centerforpreventionofabuse.org 

Martha Herm, Executive Director 

Hours: Office hours: M-F, 8:30 am - 4:00 pm; 24 hour crisis services 

Area Served: Peoria, Tazewell, Woodford counties. 

 

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Other Languages: Spanish, Sign Language 


Note: A range of services are available through The Center for Prevention of Abuse including 

24-hour crisis hotline, counseling, safe temporary shelter, transitional apartments, emotional 

support, assistance in obtaining community resources and help in acquiring employment skills 

and work referrals. 

Services 

SHELTER 

Description: Offers safe shelter, support groups, medical and legal advocacy, 

employment services and abuser programs for victims and their families. 

The Hope Institute for Children and Family 

15 East Hazel Dell Lane 


(217) 585-5437 Voice 

Services 

Hope Center for Residential Services 

Description: Offers residential placement in both on-campus dormitory-style homes and 

community-based family-style homes. Our five on-campus homes are designed to meet 

the needs of our most medically fragile children while providing an environment that 

encourages growth and independence. Off campus, our community residential program 

includes 12 family-style homes within the local community. Staff at our homes focus upon 

our youth’s health and safety by providing appropriate levels of supervision based upon 

the youth’s needs and capabilities. 

Thresholds Sandler Center 

202 North Schuyler Avenue, Suite 205 


(815) 935-8886 Voice 

(815) 935-9919 FAX 

www.thresholds.org 

Jeannette Tetreault, Program Director 

Verla Demopoulos, Outreach Team Leader 


Hours: M-F, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm 


Eligibility: Serves residents of Kankakee County, 18 years or older, with serious mental illness. 

Due to recent state funding cutbacks, services are only available to those on Medicaid (state 

medical card). 

 

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Services 

HOUSING 

Description: 

training. 

Residential Program - Group living arrangements provide support and skills 

OUTREACH SERVICES 

Description: Outreach/Community Support - Individualized "hands-on" care in members' 

homes and in the community is available. Services include assistance with learning 

problem-solving skills, counseling, linkage to other providers, skills training and recovery 

support. 

Transitional Living Services 

5330 W. Elm Street 

McHenry, IL 60050-4029 

(815) 679-6667 Voice 

(815) 322-2742 FAX 

www.tlsveterans.org 

info@tlsveterans.org 

Alan Belcher, Executive Director 

Betty Hartwig, Director of Operations 


Hours: Administrative Hours: M-F, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm 

Area Served: McHenry, Lake counties 

1. Transitional Living Services 

5330 W. Elm Street 

McHenry, IL 60050-4029 

(815) 679-6667 Voice 

(815) 322-2742 FAX 

Alan Belcher, Executive Director 


Sites 

2. Transitional Living Services - New Horizons 

10513 Illinois Hwy 47 

Hebron, IL 60034 

(815) 648-2203 Voice 


Services 

Description: TLS operates a drop-in center where veterans, military personnel and their 

families can address challenges related to deployments and reintegration. Peer-to-peer 

mentoring, group sessions and therapeutic counseling are available. The center is part of 

a joint Lake/McHenry County initiative to engage those who have sacrificed for our 

 

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country. 

Sites: 1 

New Horizons 

Description: TLS Veterans was founded in 1996 and since 2001 has owned and operated 

New Horizons, a center in Hebron, Illinois, for homeless veterans who want a chance to 

rebuild their lives. 

Veterans from WWII, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, Operation Desert Storm and other 

conflicts have participated in our services and have gone on to find employment and 

rejoin their families. Graduates are encouraged to enroll in TLS-Aftercare, a program that 

offers ongoing support and crisis intervention within the community. 

Eligibility: For New Horizons: To participate, an individual must be a veteran and 

homeless, defined as follows: 

Veteran-a person who served in the active military, naval, or air service and who was 

discharged or released under conditions other than dishonorable. 

Homeless-anyone who lacks a fixed, regular and adequate nighttime residence. It also 

includes veterans whose primary nighttime residence is either a supervised public or 

private shelter designed to provide temporary living accommodations; an institution that 

provides a temporary residence for individuals intended to be institutionalized; or a 

private or public place not designed for, or ordinarily used as, a regular sleeping 

accommodation for human beings. 

In addition, those seeking enrollment must: 

- Be drug and alcohol free for at least 30 days and be able to pass testing. 

- Pass a criminal background check. Sex offenders and some violent crimes will not be 

eligible. 

- Be eligible for VA benefits. 

- Be willing to seek employment and meet with TLS employment specialist on a weekly 

basis until they are employed. 

- Be willing to attend all training programs and group sessions that are provided on TLS 

property if not employed. 

- Be willing to attend three outside AA meetings and provide documentation of their 

attendance if in recovery from addictions. 

- Be willing to participate in the decision-making process regarding his/her Individual Care 

Plan. 

- Agree to searches of person, personal belongings, rooms and vehicles at any time the 

staff deems necessary as either routine procedures for cause. 

- Be willing to establish a saving plan if he/she has income from any source. 

- Be willing to participate in weekly chores if physically able. 

- Have completed or have proof of a scheduled appointment for a physical and 

psychological evaluation at Captain James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center in North 

Chicago. 

- Provide proof of a negative TB test within the first 30 days of enrollment. 

- Complete an alcohol-substance abuse profile. 

- Complete a social history. 

Sites: 2 

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Tri-County Opportunities Council - Rochelle Office 



(815) 562-5838 Voice - Rochelle Office 

(815) 562-6988 FAX 

http://www.tcochelps.com 

Sandra Julifs, President and CEO 

Denise Fry, Ogle County Contact 


Hours: M-F, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm 

Area Served: The Rochelle office covers Ogle County only. 

Tri-County's main office in Rock Falls (815-625-7830) covers Bureau, Carroll, LaSalle, Lee, 

Marshall, Ogle, Putnam, Stark and Whiteside counties. 

Eligibility: County resident and income eligible. 

Documents Needed: Photo ID, proof of income, social security card. 

Services 


Description: Transitional Housing is a temporary shelter for families who are homeless. 

Families who enroll in this program are provided with a variety of supportive services, live 

in an apartment, and pay rent based on their income. While in the program, families are 

required to work with a caseworker to set goals for themselves and then work towards 

achieving and maintaining those goals. Families are required to participate in weekly 

workshops and various personal development activities. By the end of the family's stay in 

TH, the family should be able to move into private housing and to maintain a stable home 

without any assistance. 

Eligibility: In order to be eligible for this program, you must have children and be 

homeless - and have the documentation to prove that you are homeless. This means you 

must meet one of the following criteria: 

- Sleeping in an emergency shelter 

- Have a legal eviction notice with a set date that you have to be out of your home 

- Sleeping in a place not meant for human habitation (car, park, abandoned building...) 

- A victim of domestic violence 

- Being discharged from an institution where you have resided more than 30 consecutive 

days 

Turning Point, Inc. 

No Street Address Available 


PO Box 723 


(815) 338-8081 Voice/TTY 

(800) 892-8900 Toll-free - 24-hr crisis line 

(815) 338-8110 FAX 

www.mchenrycountyturningpoint.org 

michellek@mchenrycountyturningpoint.org 

Jane Farmer, Executive Director 

 

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Turning Point, Inc. 

Mary Denney, Courthouse Liasion 


Hours: M-Th, 9:00 am - 7:30 pm; F, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm 

Courthouse Office: M-F, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm 



Eligibility: Must be a McHenry County resident. 

Services 

SHELTER 

Description: Turning Point offers a 24-hour emergency shelter for a woman and her 

children fleeing a violent situation. It is the only domestic violence shelter in McHenry 

County. 

Fees: No fee 

Referral Procedures: Call the 24-hr crisis hotline. 

United Cerebral Palsy Land of Lincoln 

816 S. Eldorado Road, Suite 2 


(309) 585-0629 Voice/TTY 

(309) 585-0640 FAX 

www.ucpll.org 

kherriott@ucpll.org 

Brenda Yarnell, President & CEO 

Lisa Ehlers, Director, Bloomington 


Hours: M-F, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm 

Area Served: Programs vary by county: Adams, Brown, Calhoun, Cass, Champaign, Christian, 

Coles, Cumberland, DeWitt, Douglas, Greene, Hancock, Jersey, Logan, Macon, Macoupin, 

Mason, McLean, Menard, Montgomery, Morgan, Moultrie, Pike, Piatt, Sangamon, Scott, Schuyler 

and Shelby Counties. 


Sites 

1. United Cerebral Palsy Land of Lincoln - Bloomington Office 

816 S. Eldorado Road, Suite 2 


(309) 585-0629 Voice/TTY 

(309) 585-0640 FAX 

Brenda Yarnell, President & CEO 


 

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United Cerebral Palsy Land of Lincoln 

2. United Cerebral Palsy Land of Lincoln - Springfield Office 

101 North 16th Street 


(217) 525-6522 Voice 

Bridget Gilliam, Christian County Contact 

Area Served: Sangamon, Christian counties 

Services 

DISABILITY SERVICES 

Description: UCP Land of Lincoln is a local not-for-profit organization dedicated to 

advancing the independence of people with disabilities. UCP provides both residential 

and vocational services in Bloomington-Normal which includes supported employment, 

job coaching and clerical skills training. UCP offers open enrollment for all adults with 

disabilities in the community seeking Day Training Service Programs. 

A computer training and learning center is also available for individuals who receive 

services through UCP. Computer programs include career exploration programs and 

basic Microsoft tutorials. 

Eligibility: At least 18 years old with disabilities and funding by DHSDD (or private pay). 

Sites: 1 2 

Walter Lawson Children's Home 

1820 Walter Lawson Drive 

Loves Park, IL 61111 

(815) 633-6636 Voice 

www.walterlawsonchildrenshome.org 

Theo Brandel, Administrator 


Services 

Description: Walter Lawson Children's Home is a well designed residence for 

nonambulatory children who are severely and profoundly handicapped. Our skilled staff 

serves as an extended family whose care, concern, and attention provide a warm, 

homelike atmosphere. 

We create not only a caring, friendly, and nurturing environment, but also excellent 

developmental programs that serve each child's special needs. Our comprehensive 

nursing and education programs stimulate learning, growth, and self-help skills and 

provide innovated care for complex medical needs and profound disabilities. 

Eligibility: Admission to the Lawson Home is open to all children regardless of race, 

creed, sex, or national origin. Our interdisciplinary team requires a complete medical 

summary to evaluate the appropriateness of each admission. Final acceptance is based 

on each child's developmental level and the home's capacity to meet the child's needs 

appropriately. Residents of the home are eligible for various state and federal aid 

programs that defray the costs of care. Following admission, educational placement is 

determined by a team of school professionals and the parents to appropriately meet the 

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Walter Lawson Children's Home 

needs of the child. 

Fees: Approved for participation in Title XIX, Medicaid. 

Referral Procedures: Call for further information about admission, fees, and services. 

Wayside Cross Ministries (WCM) 

215 E. New York Street 

Aurora, IL 60505-3491 

Lifespring Center 

517 College Avenue 


(630) 952-1104 Voice - Lifespring Ministry 

(630) 851-0187 Voice - Case Managers 

(630) 892-4239 Voice - Main WCM Number 

(630) 892-4259 FAX 

www.waysidecross.org 

James Lukose, Executive Director 

Lynda Dorsch, Director, Lifespring Ministry 


Hours: 24/7 

Area Served: DuPage, Kane, Cook, Kendall Counties (northern Illinois). Includes the city of 

Aurora. 

Services 


Description: Lifespring Ministry is Wayside's long term transitional living program for 

homeless women and women with children, who have lost their housing due to addiction, 

abuse or financial reasons. This safe, loving "family" environment has the capacity to 

house up to 57 women and children and provides the opportunity for families to learn the 

necessary skills to live independently. 

Women are encouraged to face their problems, plan for their future, and work toward 

self-sufficiency. Through classes in parenting, finances, cooking/nutrition, GED and 

computer skills; and combined with Bible studies and professional Christian counselors 

available to the women and their children, we minister to the whole person. 

Eligibility: Homeless women with children and women without children. Head of 

household must be 18 years or older. 

Referral Procedures: Phone intake. 

Winnebago County Housing Authority 

3617 Delaware Street 


(815) 963-2133 Voice 

(815) 316-2860 FAX 

www.wchauthority.com 

tracey@wchauthority.com 

Alan Zais, Executive Director 

 

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Winnebago County Housing Authority 

Linda Cornell, Assistant Executive Director 


Hours: M-F, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (closed 12:00-1:00 pm) 

Area Served: Winnebago, Stephenson counties 

Services 

HOUSING 

Description: Winnebago County Housing Authority (WCHA) is committed to providing 

safe, decent and affordable housing. WCHA administers Section 8 vouchers and the Hope 

IV program. 

Housing Choice Voucher Programs: This program is designed to provide low-income 

families rent payment assistance and to increase their affordable housing options. While 

the rules and regulations for the Housing Choice Voucher Program are determined by the 

US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), WCHA works with local 

families who are eligible for the programs and currently administers over 400 Housing 

Choice Vouchers. 

Family Self-Sufficiency Programs (FSS): FSS is a HUD program that encourages 

communities to develop local strategies to help families that rely on housing voucher 

programs to become economically independent and self-sufficient. WCHA partners with 

Rockford Housing Authority and a variety of local organization to efficiently operate FSS 

grants and help families transition from assisted housing to homeownership. 

Neighborhood Network Computer Centers: WCHA operates two busy computer centers, 

one in the Washington Park Community Center, the other at Collier Garden Apartments, a 

facility for senior and disabled residents. Both centers offer computer skills training, a 

computer lab providing Internet and email access, and standard business and 

communication software. 


Security card. 

Fees: Housing costs are income-based. 

Referral Procedures: By phone, walk-in, website. 

YMCA of Bloomington-Normal 

602 S. Main Street 


(309) 827-6233 Voice 

(309) 827-0807 FAX 

www.bnymca.org 

bwilken@bnymca.org 

B. J. Wilken, Executive Director/CEO 


Hours: M-F, 5:30 am - 9:00 pm 

Sat, 7:00 am - 6:00 pm (winter hours until 8:00 pm) 

Sun, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm 


 

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YMCA of Bloomington-Normal 

Services 


Description: The Bloomington YMCA is an official cooling center during extreme heat. 

Cooling center hours are: 

Th & Fri, 7 am - 6 pm 

Sat, 7 am - 6 pm 

Sun, 11 am - 6 pm 

People do not have to be Y members, however, non-members can only sit in the 

community room. They cannot use the workout/pool facilities. 

Your Family Resource Connection 

201 N. Hazel 


(217) 446-1217 Voice 

(217) 443-6845 FAX 

Linda McLaughlin, Supervisor, Homeless Shelter 

Maretta Withers, Contact 

Hours: 24/7 

Area Served: Clark, Edgar, Iroquois, Vermilion counties. 

Services 

New Holland Permanent Supportive Housing 

Description: Subsidized apartments are available for women and their children who have 

been homeless. The apartments are supervised and those who live there receive case 

management services throughout their entire stay in the apartment. 


Women's Shelter 

Description: Emergency, temporary shelter is provided to women and their children who 

are fleeing domestic violence and have nowhere else to stay. Shelter residents have 

access to counseling and advocacy services. 

Emergency shelter and transitional housing is available for homeless women and their 

children. Residents meet with advocates once a week for referrals and follow-up. 

Youth Service Bureau 

2901 Normandy Road 


(217) 529-8300 Voice 

(866) 529-8300 Toll-free 

(217) 529-8314 FAX 

www.ysbi.com 

kw@ysbi.com 

Kathleen Wright, Executive Director 

 

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Michelle Davis, Programs Supervisor 



24/7 On Call Staff 

Area Served: Sangamon, Mason, Logan, Menard, Christian counties. 

Eligibility: Youth, ages 11-21. 

Referral Procedures: By phone, walk-in. 

Services 

Homeless Youth Programs 

Description: Youth who are under the age of 18 and homeless must reside at the Youth 

Service Bureau group home with parental permission unless the youth is an emancipated 

minor. Homeless youth between the ages of 18 to 21 reside in subsidized community 

apartments. 

The HUD Program for homeless youth provides services to adolescents and legally 

emancipated minors that are homeless. Through outreach and the Youth Service Bureau's 

intake process, homeless youth are provided with transitional shelter. In addition to safe 

shelter, the program will address the following: 

- Individual counseling 

- Drug and alcohol assessments 

- Tutoring for GED and High School Diplomas 

- Training in obtaining and maintaining employment 

- Money management 

- Basic housekeeping 

- Independent living skills 

- Linkage and referrals with other community resources 

Eligibility: Homeless youth, ages 16 to 21. Homeless is defined as having no legal 

domicile and/or residing on the street or in an unsafe living environment. Youth 

participants will be eligible for transitional living services for up to 24 months or until their 

21st birthday. Married homeless youth are included. 

The HUD program serves youth that are non-wards of the state between the ages of 16 to 

18 that are homeless. Youth who meet these criteria include those who have been locked 

out of their homes and cannot be reunified with their families. 

Comprehensive Community Based Youth Services (CCBYS) 

Description: CCBYS program provides 24-hour crisis intervention, individual and family 

counseling, outreach, emergency shelter, information and referral, and linkage to other 

agencies. Trained counselors provide individuals with face-to-face crisis intervention, 

individual, group, and family counseling. Staff responds to crisis situations as the result 

of police intervention 24-hours per day, 7 days a week, 365 days per year. 

When a crisis or need arises, an emergency shelter is available for youth ages 11 to 17. 

The shelter is licensed by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services and can 

provide shelter for up to 10 youth at any one time. 

The CCBYS program provides a wide variety of services that are short term, intensive, 

home based services, focusing on the family unit. Services provided include: 

- 24-hour crisis intervention 

- Individual and family counseling 

- Advocacy 

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- Emergency shelter 

- Information and referral service 

- Outreach 

- Linkage to other agencies 

Safe Place 

Description: The Youth Service Bureau (YSB) has organized an outreach effort to benefit 

runaway and homeless youth, as well as youth who feel that they are being threatened. 

Project Safe Place offers youth in emergencies temporary refuge in businesses and public 

buildings. Included are youth who are street kids, homeless, have run away, or feel they 

are being threatened. The project is designed to reach youth in the early stages of a crisis 

situation. Each "Safe Place" displays a large sign featuring a yellow and black 

diamond-shaped "Safe Place" logo. When a child has approached a Safe Place for help, 

the YSB sends a pre-assigned volunteer, trained to handle these types of situations, to the 

scene within 15 minutes. Once on the scene, the volunteer finds out what the problem is 

and acts accordingly. Parents are notified as soon as possible of the whereabouts of their 

child. 

Additional Information: Sangamon County Safe Places 

- Clem Chiropractic 

- Document Management Inc. 

- Domino's Pizza 

- Humphrey's Market 

- Illinois Dept. of Public Aid 

- Lincoln Library 

- Springfield Fire Departments 

- St. John's Breadline 

- United Way of Central Illinois 

- Walmart on Dirksen Pkwy 

- YMCA 

Christian County Safe Places 

- CEFS - Pana 

- CEFS - Taylorville 

- Christian County Probation 

- Christian County United Way 

- First Presbyterian Church 

- St. Vincent's Hospital 

- YMCA 

Menard County Safe Place 

- Menard County Health Department 

Logan County Safe Place 

- YMCA 

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Youth Services Network 



(815) 986-1947 Voice 

(815) 986-1953 Voice - 24 Hour Emergency On-Call 

(815) 986-1954 FAX 

www.ysnkids.com 

Mary Ellen Commare, LCPC, CADC, Executive Director 

Susan Rader, Administrative Director 


Hours: Office: M-F, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (additional hours by appointment) 

24 hour Emergency On-Call 



1. Youth Services Network - The Bridge 



(815) 986-1947 Voice - Main Office 

(815) 965-1234 Voice 

(815) 965-4540 FAX 



Sites 

Services 

The Bridge Homeless Shelter 

Description: The Bridge is an emergency shelter for males and females ages 14-18. The 

staff work with the youth and their families to solidify permanent housing, education, and 

an on-going support network. Maximum stay is 120 days. 

Eligibility: Youth, ages 14-18, who are homeless or unaccompanied. 

Fees: No fees 

Referral Procedures: By phone, walk-in. 

Sites: 1 

YWCA of the Sauk Valley 

412 First Avenue 

Sterling, IL 61081 

(815) 625-0333 Voice 

(815) 626-7277 Voice - Hotline - Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault 

(815) 625-5308 FAX 

(815) 625-6870 TTY 

www.ywca.org/saukvalley 

Carol Fitzgerald, Executive Director 

Rebecca Muñoz-Ripley, Director of Marketing and Community Services 


 

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YWCA of the Sauk Valley 

Hours: M-Th, 8:00 am - 7:00 pm 

F, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (June, July, and August: 8:00 am - 12:00 pm) 

24-hour crisis line is always answered. 

Area Served: Whiteside and Lee counties. 


1. YWCA of the Sauk Valley 

412 First Avenue 

Sterling, IL 61081 

Sites 

(815) 625-0333 Voice 


(815) 625-5308 FAX 

(815) 625-6870 TTY 

Carol Fitzgerald, Executive Director 


2. YWCA of the Sauk Valley - Lee County 

115 W. First Street 

Dixon, IL 61021 

(815) 288-1232 Voice 


Area Served: 

Lee County 

Services 


Description: Services include 24-hr crisis line and crisis intervention, safe shelter, 

counseling for adults and children, support groups for adults and children, assistance 

with orders of protection and other court-related advocacy, parenting assistance, and 

abuser groups held in an outside location. Spanish-speaking staff available. We offer 

Healthy Relationships groups for high school students, as well. 

Eligibility: For victim services, must be a victim of domestic violence or the dependent 

child of a victim. For abuser services, abusers are eligible. 

Meetings: Call 815-625-0343 for information on support groups. 

Fees: No fees for victims. Sliding scale for abuser groups; private insurance and private 

pay accepted. 

Referral Procedures: Walk-in services available for victims. After hours, call the hotline. 

Sites: 1 2 

Zion Development Corporation 

1146 Broadway 


PO Box 4387 


(815) 986-0299 Voice - Grand Apartments 

(815) 964-8280 Voice - Business Office 

(815) 986-0306 FAX 

 

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Zion Development Corporation 

www.ziondevelopment.com 

everetteharris@ziondevelopment.com 

Brad Roos, Executive Director 

Everette Harris, Resource Services Coordinator 


Hours: M-F, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm 


Services 

Grand Apartments Permanent Supportive Housing 

Description: Provides permanent, decent, safe and affordable housing to single adult 

men and women who would otherwise be homeless. 

Eligibility: Single man or woman, homeless or in danger of becoming homeless. Also, 

must be 90 days clean and sober. 

Documents Needed: Birth certificate, proof of income, proof of residency, State ID or 

Driver's License. 

Fees: Apartment fees vary. 

Referral Procedures: By appointment, after completing an application. 

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Agency Name Index 

Abundant Faith Christian Center ............................ 1 

ADV & SAS ............................................................ 2 

Allendale Association ............................................. 2 

Amanda Brooke ..................................................... 4 

Angler's Manor ....................................................... 4 

Aunt Martha's Youth Service Center and Health 

Center .............................................................. 4 

The Baby Fold ...................................................... 5 

Baptist Children's Home and Family Services ........ 6 

Booth House Emergency Shelter ........................... 7 

Briarwood II Apartments ......................................... 7 

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet ....................... 8 

Center for Women in Transition (CWT) .................. 8 

Champaign County Housing Authority ................... 9 

Cheney's Grove Township (Saybrook) ................... 9 

Chestnut Health Systems ....................................... 10 

Children's Home Association of Illinois ................... 10 

Church of Christ, Uniting ........................................ 11 

City of Bloomington - Government Center .............. 11 

Community Action, Mid Central .............................. 12 

Community Crisis Center (Kane & NW Cook 

Counties) .......................................................... 13 

Community Elements (Champaign County Mental 

Health Services) ............................................... 14 

Contact Ministries .................................................. 15 

Countering Domestic Violence (CDV) .................... 16 

Crosspoint Human Services ................................... 17 

Danville Rescue Mission ........................................ 17 

Decatur Manor Healthcare ..................................... 18 

Department of Human Services (DHS) .................. 18 

DeWitt County Housing Authority ........................... 21 

DeWitt County Human Resource Center (DCHRC) 22 

Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS), State of 

Illinois ............................................................... 23 

Downtowner ........................................................... 25 

El Paso Health Care Center ................................... 26 

Family Shelter Service ........................................... 26 

Fellowship Housing ................................................ 27 

Fifth Street Renaissance/Sara Center .................... 28 

Fox Hill Apartments ................................................ 28 

Freedom House ..................................................... 29 

Futures Unlimited ................................................... 29 

Goldie B. Floberg Center ....................................... 30 

Good Samaritan Ministries ..................................... 31 

Grundy County Housing Authority .......................... 31 

Harbor House - Kankakee County Coalition Against 

Domestic Violence ........................................... 32 

Heartline and Heart House ..................................... 33 

Helping Hands of Springfield, Inc. .......................... 34 

Hillcrest Apartments ............................................... 35 

Home of the Sparrow, Inc. ..................................... 35 

Home Sweet Home Ministries ................................ 36 

Homes of Hope, Inc. .............................................. 37 

Homeward Bound .................................................. 37 

HOPE of Ogle County ............................................ 38 

Housing Authority of Christian County .................... 38 

Housing Authority of Piatt County .......................... 39 

Housing Authority of The City of Bloomington ........ 39 

Housing Authority of Woodford County .................. 40 

Inner City Mission - Springfield ............................... 41 

Kankakee County Community Services, Inc. .......... 42 

Kankakee County Housing Authority ...................... 42 

Kemmerer Village .................................................. 43 

Lazarus House ....................................................... 43 

Lincoln Prairie Behavioral Health Center ................ 44 

Lincoln Square Apartments ............................. 45 

Lincoln Towers .............................................................. 45 

Livingston County Housing Authority ............................. 46 

Logan County Housing Authority ................................... 46 

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois ................................ 47 

M.E.R.C.Y. Communities, Inc. ....................................... 49 

Mackinaw Views ........................................................... 49 

Marcfirst ........................................................................ 50 

Mason County Housing Authority .................................. 50 

McHenry County Housing Authority .............................. 51 

McHenry County PADS - A Division of Pioneer Center 

for Human Services ................................................. 52 

McLean County Center for Human Services, Inc. .......... 54 

Menard County Housing Authority ................................. 55 

Milestone, Inc. ............................................................... 56 

MorningStar Mission Ministries, Inc. .............................. 57 

Mosaic .......................................................................... 58 

Northern Illinois Academy ............................................. 59 

Orlando-Northbrook Estates ......................................... 59 

Peoria Rescue Ministries .............................................. 60 

Phoenix Towers ............................................................ 60 

Pioneer Center for Human Services .............................. 61 

Prairie View Villas ......................................................... 63 

Project Oz ..................................................................... 64 

Remedies Renewing Lives ............................................ 65 

Rockford Housing Authority .......................................... 66 

Rockford MELD ............................................................. 67 

Rockford Rescue Mission Ministries, Inc. ...................... 68 

Rural Rental Housing Program ..................................... 69 

Rutledge Youth Foundation, Inc. ................................... 71 

Salem4youth ................................................................. 72 

Salvation Army Community Center, Bloomington Corps 72 

Salvation Army of Coles and Cumberland Counties ...... 73 

Salvation Army of Danville ............................................ 74 

Salvation Army of Kankakee County ............................. 74 

Salvation Army of Logan County ................................... 75 

Salvation Army of Quincy - Emergency Shelter ............. 75 

Salvation Army of Springfield ........................................ 76 

Salvation Army of Winnebago County ........................... 76 

Shadow Home .............................................................. 77 

Shelter Care Ministries .................................................. 78 

Siemsen Property Management .................................... 79 

Sojourn Shelter and Services, Inc. ................................ 80 

South Cottage Village ................................................... 80 

South Side Mission - Peoria .......................................... 81 

Sparc ............................................................................ 81 

Springfield Housing Authority ........................................ 82 

Stepping Stones of Rockford, Inc. ................................. 83 

Streamwood Behavioral Healthcare System ................. 83 

Summertree Rental Residences ................................... 84 

The Center for Prevention of Abuse (Peoria) ................ 84 

The Hope Institute for Children and Family ................... 85 

Thresholds Sandler Center ........................................... 85 

Transitional Living Services .......................................... 86 

Tri-County Opportunities Council - Rochelle Office ....... 88 

Turning Point, Inc. ......................................................... 88 

United Cerebral Palsy Land of Lincoln .......................... 89 

Walter Lawson Children's Home ................................... 90 

Wayside Cross Ministries (WCM) ................................. 91 

Winnebago County Housing Authority .......................... 91 

YMCA of Bloomington-Normal ...................................... 92 

Your Family Resource Connection ................................ 93 

Youth Service Bureau ................................................... 93 

Youth Services Network ................................................ 96 

YWCA of the Sauk Valley ............................................. 96 

Agency - 1

Zion Development Corporation .............................. 97 

Community Elements (Champaign County Mental 

Agency - 2

Abundant Faith Christian Center - NAMI

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