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2019RESOURCE DIRECTORY

Need additional 2019 People in Need Directories?

FREE downloads are available on the Resource page of our website:

www.mchenry.edu/peopleinneed

Special Thanksto our

Directory Sponsors

We appreciate your support!

Rotary Club of Lake in the Hills

2019Brought to you by the following Steering Committee Organizations:

22nd Judicial Specialty Courts

Algonquin-Lake in the Hills Chamber of Commerce

Aurora University---Woodstock

Consumer Credit Counseling Services of Northern Illinois

Epilepsy Foundation

First Congregational Church of Crystal Lake

Friends of McHenry County College Foundation

Grant Resources LLC

Harvard Community Senior Center

Independence Health

McHenry County College

McHenry County Department of Health

McHenry County Mental Health Board

Northern Illinois Special Recreation Association

Pioneer Center

Resurrection Church

Senior Care Volunteer Network

The Community Foundation for McHenry County

TLS Veterans

United Way of Greater McHenry County

COMMUNITY SPONSORSCanteen

First Midwest BankFriend of People In Need

Friends of MCC FoundationKwikBusiness Printing

McHenry County CollegeMcHenry County Substance Abuse Coalition

Northwestern MedicineRosecrance Health Network

Saint Vincent de Paul SocietyStarbucks-Downtown Crystal Lake

Starbucks-Route 14 WoodstockStarbucks-Woodstock Square

Women of First Congregational Church

Rotary Club of Lake in the Hills

THE PEOPLE IN NEED FORUM WISHES TO THANK THE FOLLOWING ORGANIZATIONS FOR THEIR

GENEROUS MONETARY DONATIONS THAT HAVE MADE THIS DAY POSSIBLE

PRESENTING SPONSORS

People In Need Forum 2019

1st Way Life Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-385-2999 . . . . . . 122nd Judicial Circuit Family Violence Coordinating Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-479-7529 . . . . . . 14-C: Community Coordinated Child Care . . . . . . . . . . 815-344-5510 . . . . . . 1A Safe Place . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 847-731-7165 . . . . . . 2Adult & Child Therapy Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-338-1707 . . . . . . 2AID Community Mental Health Center . . . . . . . . . . . . 847-931-2340 . . . . . . 2Albums of Hope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224-818-3262 . . . . . . 2Alexander Leigh Center for Autisim (ALCA) . . . . . . . . 815-344-2522 . . . . . . 3All Our Kids (AOK) Network of McHenry County . . . . 815-477-4720 . . . . . . 3Alzheimer’s Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-484-1300 . . . . . . 3American Brain Tumor Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 773-577-8750 . . . . . . 4American Cancer Society-Fox Valley Region . . . . . . . 630-879-9009 . . . . . . 4Big Brothers Big Sisters of McHenry County . . . . . . . 815-385-3855 . . . . . 4Blessing Barn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-382-0206 . . . . . . 4BraveHearts Therapeutic Riding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-943-8226 . . . . . . 5Capt . James A . Lovell Federal Health Care Center McHenry Community Based Outpatient Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-759-2306 . . . . . 5CARE Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-671-4004 . . . . . 6CASA of McHenry County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 779-994-4398 . . . . . 6Celebrate Recovery @ Evangelical Free Church of Crystal Lake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-459-1095 . . . . . 6Centegra Crisis Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800-892-8900 . . . . . . 7Centegra Health System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 877-Centegra . . . . . 7Centegra Behavioral Health Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800-765-9999 . . . . . 7Child Advocacy Center of McHenry County . . . . . . . . 815-334-9597 . . . . . 8Community Action Agency for McHenry County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-338-8790 . . . . . 8Community Health Partnership of Illinois . . . . . . . . . . 815-943-4339 . . . . . 8Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Northern Illinois, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-338-5757 . . . . . 8Crystal Lake Teen Center: The BREAK . . . . . . . . . . . 815-557-6734 . . . . . 9Department of Public Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-338-0234 . . . . . 9DHS Family Community Resource Center McHenry County. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47Diaper Bank of Northern Illinois . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-385-5437 . . . . 10Direct Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-529-4370 . . . . . 11Early Childhood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41-42Emergency Church Shelter Locations (McHenry County PADS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39Epilepsy Foundation-McHenry County Epilepsy and Brain Injury . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-893-0709 . . . . . 11Faith Acres Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-669-0188 . . . . 11Family Alliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-338-3590 . . . . . 11Family Health Partnership Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 779-220-9300 . . . . 12

Farmworker & Landscaper Advocacy Project (FLAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 847-668-2114 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-909-0362 . . . . 12Food Pantries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38Free Guitars For Future Stars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-975-7989 . . . . 12Garden Quarter Neighborhood Resource Center (Youth & Family Center) . . . . . . . . . 815-322-2357 . . . . . 12Gateway Alcohol & Drug Treatment Centers . . . . . . . 877-505-4673 . . . . 13Gigi’s Playhouse McHenry County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-385-7529 . . . . . 13Girls on the Run of Northwest Illinois . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-893-0259 . . . . . 14Habitat for Humanity of McHenry County . . . . . . . . . . 815-759-9002 . . . . . 14Heartland Township . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-338-5526 . . . . . 14Harvard Community Senior Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-943-2740 . . . . 14Hearthstone Communites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-338-2110 . . . . 15Hearthstone Early Learning Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-338-1954 . . . . 15Home of The Sparrow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-271-5444 . . . . 15Hotlines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40Illinois Department of Employment Security Veterans Employment & Training Service . . . . . . . . . 815-334-2792 . . . . . 16Illinois Dept of Veterans Affairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-338-9292 . . . . 16Illinois Migrant Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-943-6851 . . . . 16Illinois Spina Bifida Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 773-444-0305 . . . . 17Independence Health & Therapy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-338-3590 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-338-1707 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224-654-6300 . . . . . 17Informed Choices Pregnancy & Parenting . . . . . . . . . 815-455-0965 . . . . 18Jail-Brakers, Ministry of Tree of Life Church . . . . . . . . 224-422-7431 . . . . . 18Lake County Center for Independent Living . . . . . . . . 847-949-4440 . . . . 18Last Chance House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-893-0712 . . . . . 19Legislative Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46LifeCare @ Evangelical Free Church of Crystal Lake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-459-1095 . . . . . 19LifeSpring Community Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-230-7101 . . . . 19Main Stay Therapeutic Farm, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-653-9374 . . . . 20Mane In Heaven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 847-477-7825 . . . . . 20Mano a Mano Family Resource Center . . . . . . . . . . . 847-201-1521 . . . . . 20Marengo Area OutReach Enterprises (MORE) . . . . . . 815-568-7950 . . . . 20McHenry Community Health Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-363-9900 . . . . 21McHenry County Court Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-334-4400 . . . . 21McHenry County Health Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-334-4510 . . . . 22McHenry County Housing Authority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-338-7752 . . . . 22McHenry County Mental Health Board . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-455-2828 . . . . 22McHenry County PADS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-344-1230 . . . . 23McHenry County Resources for Substance Abuse Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43-45

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RESOURCE PHONE PAGE RESOURCE PHONE PAGEMcHenry County State’s Attorney’s office . . . . . . . . . . 815-338-4159 . . . . 23McHenry County Substance Abuse Coalition . . . . . . . 815-334-4048 . . . . 23McHenry County WIC Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-344-4505 . . . . 24McHenry County Workforce Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-338-7100 . . . . 24McRide Dial-A-Ride . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800-451-4599 . . . . 24Midwest Center for Children’s Development . . . . . . . 815-788-1020 . . . . 25National Alliance on Mental Illness McHenry County (NAMI) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-308-0851 . . . . 25Neighbors Food Pantry of Wonder Lake . . . . . . . . . . 815-355-5459 . . . . 25New Direction Addiction Recovery Services . . . . . . . . 77-220-0336 . . . . . 26Northern Illinois Food Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 630-443-6910 . . . . . 26Northern Illinois Special Recreation Association (NISRA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-459-0737 . . . . 26Office of Special Projects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-334-4913 . . . . . 26On Angel’s Wings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-356-8170 . . . . 27Options & Advocacy for McHenry County . . . . . . . . . . 815-477-4720 . . . . 27Pace Suburban Bus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 847-364-7223 . . . . 27PFLAG McHenry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-385-9068 . . . . 28Parents of Transgender Individuals (PTI) . . . . . . . . . . 262-745-5143 . . . . . 28Pioneer Center for Human Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-344-1230 . . . . 28Prairie State Legal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-344-9113 . . . . 28Recovery International . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 866-221-0302 . . . . 29Refuge for Women Chicago . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 708-380-7419 . . . . 29Rosecrance McHenry County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-363-6132 . . . . 29Safe Families for Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 773-633-5068 . . . . 30Samaritan Counseling Center of the Northwest Suburbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 847-382-4673 . . . . 30Self-Advocacy Counsel of Northern Illinois (SACNI) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-382-1530 . . . . 31

Senior Care Volunteer Network (SCVN) . . . . . . . . . . . 815-455-3120 . . . . 31Senior Services Associates, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-356-7457 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-344-3555 . . . . 32SER Jobs for Progress National . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224-227-6422 . . . . 32Social Security Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-338-3751 . . . . 32St. Vincent De Paul, McHenry County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32The Renewal Center - A Wellness Oasis for Cancer Survivors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-382-5645 . . . . 32The Salvation Army Golden Diners Senior Nutrition Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 630-232-6676 . . . . 33The Salvation Army of McHenry County . . . . . . . . . . . 815-455-2769 . . . . 33Thresholds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-773-5500 . . . . 33Thrift Stores . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40TLS Veterans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-679-6667 . . . . 33Township offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47Turning Point, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-338-8081 . . . . 34UIC Division of Specialized Care for Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-987-7571 . . . . 34United Way of Greater McHenry County . . . . . . . . . . 815-363-1377 . . . . 34Unity Spiritual Center Woodstock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-337-3534 . . . . 35Veterans Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38Veterans Assistance Commission of McHenry County (VAC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-334-4229 . . . . 35Veterans R&R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35Volunteer Center McHenry County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-344-4483 . . . . 36Willow House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 847-236-9300 . . . . 36Woodstock Bible Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815-338-3006 . . . . 36Woodstock Public Library (ESL Program) . . . . . . . . . 815-338-0542 . . . 37Woodstock School District #200 Mentoring . . . . . . . . 815-338-8200 . . . . 37

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1st Way Life Center(815) 385-29993714 Fairview Avenue, Johnsburg, IL 60051life@1stwayjohnsburg .com www .1stwaymchenry .com

HOURS OF SERVICE (always call first)MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN

MORNING X X X X XAFTERNOON X X X XEVENING XNOTE:

WHAT WE DO: We provide education, information and assistance to women and girls who find themselves in a crisis pregnancy. We do pregnancy testing and limited ultrasound screening . We provide prenatal, child development and parenting education . We hold a weekly moms support group meeting . We provide maternity clothes, infant clothes, diapers, formula, and additional items for babies and children . We provide referrals for medical, financial, and other assistance as needed.WHO WE SERVE: Women and girls in McHenry County and surrounding areas .ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Pregnant and/or recently gave birth, no income verification. OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Spanish service and interpreter available .FEES/INSURANCE: All services are free .

22nd Judicial Circuit Family Violence Coordinating Council (815) 334-44002200 N . Seminary Ave ., Woodstock, IL 60098Jason Sterwerfjgsterwerf@22ndcircuit .illinoiscourts .gov

HOURS OF SERVICE (always call first)MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN

MORNING X X X X XAFTERNOON X X X X XEVENINGNOTE:

WHAT WE DO: Provides for a comprehensive and collaborative approach in directing a countywide response to domestic violence through opportunities for education and training .WHO WE SERVE: Judicial system, social service agencies, law enforcement, educators, health care professionals, faith community, attorneys, social workers, and more .ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: None

OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Spanish services, Interpreter: YesFEES/INSURANCE: varies for each program/event

4-C-Community Coordinated Child Care(815) 344-5510667 Ridgeview Drive, McHenry, IL 60050SusanP@four-c .orgwww .four-c .org

HOURS OF SERVICE (8:30AM–4:30PM)MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN

MORNING X X X X XAFTERNOON X X X X XEVENING XNOTE:

WHAT WE DO: Services for families including child care financial assistance to income eligible families, child care referrals and consumer education to those seeking child care .WHO WE SERVE: Children and families in McHenry, DeKalb, Lee, Ogle, Carroll and Whiteside counties .ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Free child care referrals and resource information . Financial assistance for income eligible working families, Teen parents enrolled full-time in elementary or high school or GED classes to obtain a high school degree or its equivalent . Recipients of Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) . Other eligibility requirements may apply .OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: N/AFEES/INSURANCE: N/AAVAILABILITY: During regular office hours. * Tuesday by phone only until 6:30pm (815) 758-8149 ext .225 or 800-848-8727 ext .225

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A Safe Place 24-hour Crisis Line (847) 249-44502710 17th Street, Zion, IL 60099847-731-7165 (Business) www .asafeplaceforhelp .org

HOURS OF SERVICE (always call first)MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN

MORNINGAFTERNOONEVENINGNOTE:

WHAT WE DO: Provide emergency shelter, transitional housing, counseling, order of protection services, supervised visitations and exchanges, and batterer intervention servicesWHO WE SERVE: People who have experienced domestic violenceELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Have experienced domestic violenceOTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: SpanishFEES/INSURANCE: No charge for emergency shelter, counseling, and order of protection servicesAVAILABILITY: Contact our 24-hour Crisis Line for availability .

Adult & Child Therapy Services(815) 338-1707708 Washington St, Woodstock, IL 60098jbuckley@independencehealth .orgwww .Independencehealth .orgAs of August 1, 2018, Adult & Child Therapy Services merged with Family Alliance. Please see our new posting under INDEPENDENCE HEALTH & THERAPY.

AID Community Mental Health Center(847) 931-23405342 W . Elm Street, McHenry, IL 60050Fax: 815-344-2497www .the-association .org/

HOURS OF SERVICE (always call first)MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN

MORNING 8AM 8AM 8AM 8AM 8AMAFTERNOONEVENING 8PM 8PM 8PM 8PM 8PMNOTE:

WHAT WE DO: Comprehensive and Compassionate Community Mental Health Services and Supported Housing

WHO WE SERVE: Adults and FamiliesELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: noneOTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Bilingual Therapist for Spanish-Based Intakes/Therapy .FEES/INSURANCE: HFS and Managed Medicaid Plans, BCBS and United Health PPOAVAILABILITY: Intakes for services within 2 weeks .

Albums of Hope(224) 818-3262PO Box 1414, Crystal Lake, IL 60014albumsofhope@gmail .com https://albumsofhope .com/Contact: Laura Townsend

HOURS OF SERVICE (always call first)MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN

MORNING X X X X XAFTERNOON X X X X XEVENING X X X X XNOTE:

WHAT WE DO: We provide a lift of spirit to cancer patients, their caregivers, and others who are seriously ill through our pocket-sized photo albums that are filled with uplifting quotes and photos.WHO WE SERVE: cancer patients, their caregivers, others who are seriously illELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: cancer patient, caregiver, others who are seriously illOTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Albums are available in Spanish .FEES/INSURANCE: If looking to gift an album to a patient, you may visit our website and the Give the Gift of Hope page at https://albumsofhope .com/give-the-gift-of-hope/ . We ask for a minimum donation of $10 to cover the costs of an album and shipping to the recipient .

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Alexander Leigh Center for Autism (ALCA)(815) 344-25224100 Veterans Parkway, McHenry, IL 60050www .alcacenter .orginfo@alcacenter .org

HOURS OF SERVICE (always call first)MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN

MORNING X X X X XAFTERNOON X X X X XEVENINGNOTE:

WHAT WE DO: ALCA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, full day, year-round Therapeutic Day School approved by the Illinois State Board of Education serving children 3- 21 with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), OHI, multiple disabilities, developmental delay and/or intellectual disability . The Transition Program for students 18 – the eve of their 22nd birthday . Focus is on daily living/life skills including cooking, doing laundry, home organization, keeping a clean home, and working in the community .WHO WE SERVE: Children 3 – 21 years of age (eve of their 22nd birthday)INSURANCE: NoneAVAILABILITY: Interview with parents and observation of student in current school . Call (815) 344-2522 and ask for admissions

All Our Kids (AOK) Network of McHenry County(815) 477-4720365 Millenium Drive Suite A, Crystal Lake, IL 60014www .mchenrycountyaok .org

HOURS OF SERVICE (always call first)MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN

MORNING 8AM 8AM 8AM 8AM 8:30AMAFTERNOON 5PM 5PM 5PM 5PM 12PMEVENINGNOTE:

WHAT WE DO: AOK Networks are community-based collaborations, which consist of people who share a common interest in helping families with young children get the best start in life . Our shared goals include babies are born healthy, children maintain physical and emotional health and well-being, children enter school ready to learn, families are connected to the services that they need and they are satisfied with those services . WHO WE SERVE: We are interested in the positive growth and development of all children birth to five and their parents/ caregivers. AOK Network members work together to connect and coordinate family services as they address current child and family priorities .ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: The McHenry County AOK Network

is comprised of community partners from multiple sectors, such as social services, early care and education, healthcare, mental health and parents . There is no fee to become a network member and you can participate at whatever level your schedule allows .AOK Meetings are held the first Wednesday of each month excluding (December/July), from 2-3pm at the McHenry County Mental Health Board, 620 Dakota St . Crystal Lake, IL 60012

Alzheimer’s Association(815) 484-13001111 St . Alpine Road Suite 307, Rockford, IL 61108looyen@alz .orgwww .alz .org/illinois

HOURS OF SERVICE (always call first)MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN

MORNING X X X X XAFTERNOON X X X X XEVENINGNOTE:

WHAT WE DO: To eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research, to provide and enhance care and support for all affected, and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health .WHO WE SERVE: EveryoneELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: No requirementsOTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: NoneFEES/INSURANCE: Depends on the service

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American Brain Tumor Association(773) 577-87508550 W . Bryn Maur (Suite 550), Chicago, IL 60631Care Line – 800-886-2282info@abta .orgwww .abta .org

HOURS OF SERVICE (always call first)MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN

MORNING X X X X XAFTERNOON X X X XEVENINGNOTE:

WHAT WE DO: Non-profit organization that funds brain tumor research and provides educational/support services to people diagnosed with a brain tumor .ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: NoneFEES/INSURANCE: None

American Cancer Society – Fox Valley Region(630) 879-9009 opt. 3143 First St ., Batavia, IL, 60510Meghan .Goldbeck@cancer .orgwww .cancer .org

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WHAT WE DO: The American Cancer Society is the nationwide, community-based, voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives, and diminishing suffering from cancer, through research, education, advocacy, and service . WHO WE SERVE: The American Cancer Society serves cancer patients and their families and friends and anyone touched by the disease . ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: NoneOTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Spanish interpreter available upon request . FEES/INSURANCE: Services are free to cancer patients and their families . AVAILABILITY: The American Cancer Society Fox Valley Regional Office is open Monday – Friday, 9 am – 5pm (except holidays). Contact the American Cancer Society anytime – trained cancer specialists are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week . Call toll free 1-800-227-2345 or visit cancer .org for more information .

Big Brothers Big Sisters of McHenry County (815) 385-3855630 N . IL Route 31, Crystal Lake, IL 60012www .bbbsmchenry .org

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WHAT WE DO: Provide adult mentors to McHenry County children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported one-to-one relationships that change their lives for the better, forever . When children can envision a positive future for themselves, they work harder in school, set goals, and are more likely to avoid risky behaviors and feel better about themselves . Big Brothers Big Sisters wants all children to achieve success in life . WHO WE SERVE: Children between the ages of 6 to 14 at the time of enrollment . Children who are lacking the support of two positive role models in their home and are in need of a positive adult influence with outside of their home .ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Children must be McHenry County resides between the ages of 6-14 at the time of enrollment . Volunteers must be 18 years of age or older for our Community Based and Lunch-Time Mentoring Programs, and responsible high school students are eligible volunteers for our After-School Mentoring Program . OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Spanish interpreter upon requestFEES/INSURANCE: NoneAVAILABILITY: Appointments only on Friday afternoons and weekends

Blessing Barn(815) 382-02068310 Railroad St ., Crystal Lake, IL 60012jpiggott@blessingbarn .orgwww .blessingbarn .org

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WHAT WE DO: We provide basic life need items (clothing, household, kitchen, misc . other items) to those who consider themselves in need .WHO WE SERVE: Anyone in McHenry County who considers themselves in need: unemployed, single moms and dads, etc .

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ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: NoneOTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Interpreters available during our monthly recipient give-away dayFEES/INSURANCE: None AVAILABILITY: We open the 1st Saturday of the month from 9 a .m . – 1 p .m . for our recipients and take new registrations that day as well . We are also now open two evenings a month for clients of local agencies (please call in advance of sending clients so we can be prepared) .

BraveHearts Therapeutic Riding(815) 943-82267319 Maxon Road, Harvard, Illinois, 60033Program .director@braveheartsriding .orgwww .braveheartsriding .orgJen Hazlewood: 815-703-7043

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WHAT WE DO: BraveHearts provides equine-assisted activities and therapies with teams of expert staff, dedicated volunteers and therapy horses at multiple safe and caring facilities .WHO WE SERVE: In addition to serving children and adults, BraveHearts provides innovative series to meet the needs of our veterans and their familiesELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Completed Paperwork including a physician’s release . FEES/INSURANCE: For Hippotherapy BraveHearts accepts specific insurance companies . BraveHearts also offers discounted cash services as well as hardship assistance to families who have need and qualify for assistance . Insurance is not accepted for therapeutic riding, but BraveHearts does offer scholarships for families that apply . Veterans and their families ride at no cost to them . AVAILABILITY: Private and group Lessons available . Cowboy camp, retreats, and special events schedules . Please call for more information .

Capt. James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center McHenry Community Based Outpatient Clinic(815) 759-2306 620 S . Route 31, McHenry, IL 60050www .va .govlovell .fhcc .va .gov/freedom .asp

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WHAT WE DO: Provide a wide range of Health Care and Mental Health Services for veterans .ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Produce a DD214 and complete a means test or provide current Military IDOTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: YesFEES/INSURANCE: Free to a co-payTelephone Care: 1-800-393-0865 (7 days, 24 hours)

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CARE Center, A Satellite of Northwest Center Against Sexual Assault(815) 671-40044508 W . Prime Parkway, McHenry, IL [email protected] .nwcasa .org

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WHAT WE DO: We are the only rape crisis center serving the McHenry County area . All our services are FREE . We provide 24/7 crisis intervention through the McHenry County Crisis Line . We provide 24/7 medical advocacy at local hospitals as well as 24/7 legal advocacy at McHenry County police departments . Legal advocacy also includes court accompaniment and support and assistance in obtaining protective orders . We provide counseling services in English and Spanish for ages 3 on up . Counseling services are provided for both survivors and significant others, as well as individuals, couples, and families. We also provide prevention education and professional trainings .WHO WE SERVE: All of McHenry CountyELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Sexual assault/abuse survivors and their significant othersOTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: SpanishFEES/INSURANCE: FREEAVAILABILITY: 24/7 crisis intervention, 24/7 medical and legal advocacy, counseling by appointment

CASA of McHenry County(779) 994-439870 N Willimas Street, Crystal Lake, IL 60014suzi@casamchenrycounty .orgwww .casamchenrycounty .org

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WHAT WE DO: Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) trains volunteers to advocate in court for abused and neglected children . The Advocate is appointed by the court to be paired with the child during the child’s court case . From the time of appointment until the child’s case is

closed the Advocate meets with the child twice a month, learns about the child’s current environment, including the Foster Care or Group Home they are placed in, meets with any therapists, teachers, doctors, natural family members and any other persons the child interacts . The Advocate writes an objective report for the Judge, Caseworker and Attorneys so the child’s perspective is heard . The Advocate has a one to one relationship with the child throughout the case . WHO WE SERVE: Children in McHenry County who are abused/neglectedELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Open McHenry County Juvenile Abuse Cases referred to CASA by the court OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Interpreters availableFEES/INSURANCE: No feesAVAILABILITY: No wait once referral is sent

Celebrate Recovery@ Evangelical Free Church of Crystal Lake(815) 459-1095575 E Crystal Lake Ave ., Crystal Lake, IL 60014www .efccl .org

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WHAT WE DO: A Christ-centered 12 step program based on 8 recovery principlesWHO WE SERVE: AdultsELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: NoneADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Come join us on Fridays for dinner @ 6pm; 7pm Large Group Meeting; 8 pm Small Group Meeting and 9pm Crosstalk Café . No need to register FEES/INSURANCE: 0

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Centegra Crisis Services(800) 892-8900P .O . Box 1990, Woodstock, IL 60098Centegracrisisservices .org

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WHAT WE DO: Emergent intervention of behavioral health problems which may include telephone counseling, information and referral, face to face assessment and crisis stabilization services . WHO WE SERVE: All agesELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Within the service area served by Centegra Health System OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Interpreter services offered via a third-party interpreter . AVAILABILITY: 24 hours/day, 365 days/year

Centegra Health System1-877-CENTEGRAVarious locations throughout the countywww .centegra .org

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MORNINGAFTERNOONEVENINGNOTE: Inpatient hospitalization services are available 24 hours/day,

365 days/year

WHAT WE DO: Full service health system with emergency rooms and acute medical services at Centegra Hospital Woodstock, Centegra Hospital McHenry, and Centegra Hospital Huntley . Outpatient services include laboratory services, physician services, wound care, diabetes education, physical, occupational and speech therapies, dietary consultations, sleep disorders center, back and spine center .WHO WE SERVE: AllELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Each service may have its own eligibility requirements . Vary by program .OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: American Sign Language interpreters available for current patients . Live Spanish interpreters available in the emergency departments and on medical floors. AT&T language line utilized for 160 other languages.FEES/INSURANCE: Private insurance, Medicaid and Medicare accepted

AVAILABILITY: Emergency Services may be accessed at any time via the emergency departments . For all outpatient services, please view website for details .

Centegra Behavioral Health Services1-800-765-9999Location varies by serviceCentegra .com

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WHAT WE DO: Inpatient psychiatric unit located at Centegra Hospital Woodstock . Partial Hospitalization (PHP) and Intensive outpatient programs (IOP) for adults with mental health and substance use disorders located at Centegra South Street in Woodstock . Outpatient counseling and psychological services offered at Centegra Physician Care offices in Crystal Lake, Woodstock, Huntley and McHenry. WHO WE SERVE: Inpatient and partial hospitalization services provided to those age 18 and over . Outpatient counseling for those ages 4 and over . ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: People must meet medical necessity criteria for intensive services . OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Interpreter or translation services available . FEES/INSURANCE: Private insurance, Medicaid and Medicare accepted with some restrictions based on program, provider and eligibility .

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Child Advocacy Center of McHenry County(815) 334-95971780 S Eastwood Dr ., Woodstock, IL 60098information@mchenrycac .orgwww .mchenrycac .org

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WHAT WE DO: Helps to coordinate a multidisciplinary response to alleged cases of child sexual or severe physical abuse . Provides advocacy services to clients who have received services at the center . Counseling is provided through linkage agreement with local mental health services .ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Reported case of child abuseOTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Spanish services, Interpreter: YesFEES/INSURANCE: No fees for services

Community Action Agency for McHenry County(815) 338-8790100 N . Benton Street Suite 3, Woodstock, IL 60098caamchenrycounty@att .net

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WHAT WE DO: We administer Head Start, a comprehensive developmental preschool program, which promotes school readiness .WHO WE SERVE: Children who reside in McHenry County between the ages of three and five yearsELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Must meet low-income eligibility standards .OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: SpanishFEES/INSURANCE: NoneAVAILABILITY: Monday-Friday 8 a .m . – 5 p .m . - Centers in Crystal Lake, Harvard, McHenry, Cary – half day sessions, in addition, a home-based option .

Community Health Partnership of Illinois Harvard Area Medical and Dental Clinic(815) 943-433962 N . Ayer St ., Harvard, IL 60033 www.chpofil.org

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WHAT WE DO: Primary care medical, dental** for minors, and mental health services for the community at large with a special focus on migrant and seasonal agriculture workers . We also offer enrollment services for Medicaid and Marketplace insurances and patient assistance service .**Adult dental for diabetics, pregnant women, and emergencies . Adults can be served in our Aurora dental clinic when registered as a patient in Harvard . WHO WE SERVE: McHenry, Lake, Boone, Winnebago, Walworth County residentsELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Everyone is eligible for sliding fee scale based on household size and income .OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Most staff is bilingual English/SpanishFEES/INSURANCE: Uninsured, Medicare, Medicaid, some private PPOAVAILABILITY: Monday through Friday open at 9:00 am . Some evening hours available . Please call for appointments .

Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Northern Illinois, Inc.(815) 338-5757400 Russel Court, Woodstock, IL 60098webmaster@illinoiscccs .orgwww .illinoiscccs .orgVirginia Peschke/vpeschke@illinoiscccs .org

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WHAT WE DO: Credit and Debt Counseling and Education, Mortgage Default and Foreclosure Prevention and Education, Bankruptcy Pre-filing Counseling and Pre-discharge Education, Debt Management Program to repay unsecured debt at reduced interest and fees, Pre-purchase

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Housing Education and Counseling to obtain Down Payment Assistance, Student Loan Counseling and Credit Report Analysis .WHO WE SERVE: CCCS serves anyone who needs assistance with financial matters. CCCS serves McHenry, Lake and Kane Counties, as well as clients from Boone, Winnebago and Southern Wisconsin .ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: There are no restrictions on eligibilityOTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Spanish Counseling and Education, Spanish Interpreter, Interpreter for other languages may be available upon request .Fees: Initial Credit Counseling: no fee; Debt Management Start-up: $25, Monthly DMP fees based on Income. Bankruptcy Pre-filing: $50 individual, $75 joint; Reverse Mortgage Counseling: $125; Housing Classes: $50 . No one is refused service due to inability to pay .AVAILABILITY: Evenings and Saturdays are available by appointment

Crystal Lake Teen Center: The BREAK(815) 557-67346292 Northwest Highway, Crystal Lake, IL 60014P .O . Box 192, Crystal Lake, IL 60039-0192brenda@clbreak .comwww .clbreak .com

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WHAT WE DO: We are a safe, stimulating environment for teens to connect, have fun and find acceptance among peers and adults in the communityWHO WE SERVE: Middle school through high school age youthELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Must fit age requirementsFEES/INSURANCE: Membership Program: $5/month or $50/year

Department of Public Aid(815) 338-0234512 Clay St ., Woodstock, IL 60098www .dhs .state .il .us

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WHAT WE DO: Community health & prevention programs, programs for persons with developmental disabilities, mental illness, or substance abuse programs, employment training, independent living programs, financial support, employment & training programs, child care, other family services for low income families, information, outreach and referrals .

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Diaper Bank of Northern Illinois(815) 385-54374318 W . Orleans St ., McHenry, IL 60050DiaperBankinfo@gmail .com www .stpaulmchenry .com/diaper-bank-northern-illinoisRev . Phyllis MuellerRevPhyllis .DiaperBank@gmail .com

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WHAT WE DO: The mission of The Diaper Bank of Northern Illinois is to provide diapers for infants and children of low income families; disabled children and adults; the elderly; and the sick, in an effort to improve the daily health, safety, and conditions of their lives .WHO WE SERVE: We provide diapers to Infants and children of low-income families, the disabled, the sick, and the elderly .ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Contact the Diaper BankADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Partners:

1ST WAY PREGNANCY SUPPORT SERVICE 3714 Fairview Ave ., Johnsburg, IL 60051 Phone: 815-385-2999 Fax: 815-385-0314 www .mchenry1stway .orgHARVARD PREGNANCY SUPPORT CENTER 207 E . Brainard St ., Harvard, IL 60033 Phone: 815-943-1500SENIOR CARE VOLUNTEER NETWORK 360 Memorial Drive, Suite 140, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 Phone: 815-455-3120 Fax: 815-455-3813 www .scvnmchenrycounty .orgCRYSTAL LAKE FOOD PANTRY 42 East Street, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 Phone: 815-455-0961 www .clfoodpantry .orgINFORMED CHOICES PREGNANCY & PARENTING 610-1 Crystal Point Drive, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 Phone: 815-455-0965 Fax: 815-455-0977 www .informedchoices .orgSENIOR SERVICE ASSOCIATES, INC. 110 W . Woodstock St ., Crystal Lake, IL 60014 Phone: 815-356-7457 Fax: 815-356-7754 www .seniorservicesassoc .orgSAFE FAMILIES – WILLOW CREEK 220 Exchange Drive, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 www .willowcreeknorthshore .orgMARENGO AREA OUTREACH ENTERPRISES 829 Greenlee St ., Marengo, IL 60152 Phone: 815-568-7950 www .marengomorecenter .org SENIOR SERVICE ASSOCIATES, INC. MCHENRY TOWNSHIP REC. CENTER 3519 Richmond Rd ., McHenry, IL 60051 Phone: 814-344-3555 Fax: 815-344-3593 www .seniorservicesassoc .orgFISH OF MCHENRY FOOD PANTRY 3515 N . Richmond Rd ., P .O . Box 282, McHenry IL 60051 Phone: 815-344-4717 Fax: 815-385-5671 www .FishofMcHenry .orgNORTHERN ILLINOIS HELPING HANDS FOOD PANTRY 2502 Spring Ridge Rd ., P .O . Box 132, Spring Grove, IL 60081 Phone: 815-353-1615TURNING POINT 11019 Rte . 14 P .O . Box 723, Woodstock, IL 60098 Phone: 815-338-8081 Fax: 815-338-8110 www .mchenrycountyturningpoint .orgGRAFTON FOOD PANTRY 11481 Allison Ct ., P .O . Box 1074, Huntley IL 60142 Phone: 847-495-0922 www .graftonfoodpantry .org

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Direct Assistance Program(815) 529-43701300 Kishwaukee Valley Road, Woodstock, IL 60098(Grace Lutheran Church)www .wacm .orgPatrice Braun (Coordinator)

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WHAT WE DO: Provide a process that clients in need may seek emergency financial aid. We can assist with Pace passes, gas, food, clothing and some prescribed medications . We assist with rent, auto repairs shut off notices and other items deemed as an “Emergent Crisis” per individual .WHO WE SERVE: Residents of Woodstock/School District #200ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Must reside in Woodstock or within District #200OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: None FEES/INSURANCE: NoneAVAILABILITY: Thursdays only, 12 p .m . – 3 p .m . (First and third Thursday of the month)

Epilepsy Foundation – McHenry County(815) 893-0709333 Commerce Drive, Crystal Lake, IL . 60014nmonica@efncil .orgwww .epilepsyheartland .org

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WHAT WE DO: We provide physical health and mental health care through direct clinics, telemedicine and case management for individuals with epilepsy and/or brain injury .WHO WE SERVE: Individuals with epilepsy (seizures) and/or brain injury .ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Diagnosis of epilepsy or brain injury or concerns of epilepsy or brain injury .OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Spanish

FEES/INSURANCE: No fees . All insurance or no insurance welcome .AVAILABILITY: By appointment .

Faith Acres Foundation(815) 669-0188P .O . Box 623, Island Lake, IL 60042815-669-0188info@faitha .orgwww .faitha .org

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WHAT WE DO: FAF operates Food and Clothing Sharing Center Pantries providing free food and clothing to people struggling for these basic necessities . Services are available in various locations in McHenry County . WHO WE SERVE: All people regardless of age, race, religion or gender ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: None OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Limited FEES/INSURANCE: FreeAVAILABILITY: Call for Appointment

Family Alliance(815) 338-35902028 North Seminary Avenue, Woodstock, IL 60098KLarson@independencehealth .orgwww .IndependenceHealth .orgAs of August 1, 2018, Family Alliance, Inc. merged with Adult & Child Therapy Services. Please see our new posting under INDEPENDENCE HEALTH & THERAPY.

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Family Health Partnership Clinic (779) 220-9300401 E . Congress Parkway, Crystal Lake, IL 60014www .hpclinic .orgshoban@hpclinic .orgSuzanne Hoban, MPHExecutive Director

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WHAT WE DO: The Clinic provides primary health care to people without health insurance . These services are provided through a small staff and 29 volunteer physicians .WHO WE SERVE: UninsuredELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: May not have insurance of any kind, including Public AidOTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Spanish interpreter available upon request .FEES/INSURANCE: Sliding fee scale

Farmworker & Landscaper Advocacy Project –FLAP- Ayuda Legal para Trabajadores.(847) 668-2114 (815) 909-036233 N . LaSalle #900, Chicago, Illinois [email protected] Website: www.flapillinois.org Contact Information (optional): Alexandra Sossa, Executive Director

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WHAT WE DO: The mission of the Farmworker and Landscaper Advocacy Project (FLAP) -Ayuda para Legal para Trabajadores- is to improve working conditions for migrant and seasonal workers in Illinois, including low-income farmworkers, nursery workers, greenhouse workers, landscapers, snow plowing workers, packinghouse workers, cannery workers, restaurant workers and meat and poultry workers and their households . FLAP carries out this mission through outreach, litigation, community legal education, community education, information and referrals and partnering with other organizations to fight human labor trafficking.

WHO WE SERVE: low-income Immigrant workers ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: All . OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: English and SpanishFEES/INSURANCE: Free services . No fee . AVAILABILITY: Monday to Sunday from 8:00 a .m . to 9:00 p .m .

Free Guitars for Future Stars(815) 975-7989P .O . Box 1781, Woodstock, IL 60098scottn728@comcast .netwww .fg4fs .org

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WHAT WE DO: Provide guitars and guitar lessons. Students that finish the lesson program get to keep the guitar .WHO WE SERVE: McHenry CountyELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Children 10-17 from low-income families . OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: NoFEES/INSURANCE: None

Garden Quarter Neighborhood Resource Center (Now known as Youth & Family Center)(815) 322-2357 3733 W . Elm Street, McHenry, IL 60050director@yfc-mc .orgwww .yfc-mc .org

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WHAT WE DO: We provide service navigation to adults to support them in accessing available community resources . We also provide parenting classes and English as a Second Language classes to adults and after-school programming for youth . WHO WE SERVE: adults and youth in Kindergarten – High School

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ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: We serve any McHenry County resident . OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: All employees are bilingual in English and Spanish . FEES/INSURANCE: No fees

Gateway Alcohol & Drug Treatment Centers1-877-505-HOPE (4673)25480 W . Cedarcrest Ln ., Lake Villa, IL 60046ContactUs@RecoverGateway .orgwww .RecoverGateway .org

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WHAT WE DO: Illinois’ largest provider of substance use disorder treat-ment with 12 treatment sites across the state of Illinois, Gateway gives individuals the tools and knowledge they need to overcome addiction and get life back on track . Gateway provides inpatient, outpatient, day treatment, and aftercare substance use disorder treatment programs . Programs vary by location; for more details visit RecoverGateway .org or call our 24-Hour Helpline at 877-505-HOPE (4673) . WHO WE SERVE: Adults and adolescents ages 13 and over . ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Treatment programs for those seeking recovery from substance use disorder or co-occurring disorders . OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Spanish interpreter available upon request . FEES/INSURANCE: Gateway is an in-network provider for most health insurance plans and accepts self-pay . In fact, we cover 98% of those with insurance . AVAILABILITY: 24-Hour Helpline 877-505-HOPE (4673) . Consultations conducted Monday through Friday 8:00 a .m . – 8:00 p .m . and Saturday 9:00 a .m . – 4:00 p .m .

GiGi’s Playhouse McHenry County(847) 736-31275404 West Elm Street, Suite A, McHenry, IL 60050www .gigisplayhouse .org/mchenryjmarthaler@gigisplayhouse .orgJill Marthaler

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WHAT WE DO: GiGi’s Playhouse McHenry County is a Down Syndrome achievement center . We’ve been in McHenry for 10 years and are one of 33 centers throughout the US and Mexico . GiGi’s serves children and adults all ages with each Playhouse providing educational and therapeutic programs at no charge to families, and in a format that individuals with Down Syndrome learn best . All programs aim to maximize self-confidence and empower individuals to achieve their greatest potential .WHO WE SERVE: children and adults all ages with Down SyndromeAVAILABILITY: Our hours are 8:30am to 4:00pm Monday through Friday . We are closed on Wednesday .

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Girls on the Run of Northwest Illinois(815) 893-0259111 Erick St . Suite 115, Crystal Lake, IL 60014info@gotrnwil .orgwww .gotrnwil .org

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WHAT WE DO: At Girls on the Run we inspire girls to recognize their inner strength and celebrate what makes them one of a kind . Trained coaches lead small teams through our research-based curricula which includes dynamic discussions, activities and running games . Over the course of the ten-week program, girls in 3rd-8th grade develop essential skills to help them navigate their worlds and establish a lifetime appreciation for health and fitness. The program culminates with girls positively impacting their communities through a service project and being physically and emotionally prepared to complete a celebratory 5K event .WHO WE SERVE: Girls in 3rd – 8th GradeELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: In order for the program to be offered at your school we must have (2) volunteer coaches per (15) girls . Each participate must be a girl in 3rd-8th grade . OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Spanish (where applicable)FEES/INSURANCE: Sliding scale fee system, see website for details .AVAILABILITY: Available to every girl who would like to participate in our program

Habitat for Humanity of McHenry County(815) 759-90025141 W . Bull Valley Rd ., McHenry, IL 60050www .habitatmchenry .orgJerry Monica, President and CEO

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WHAT WE DO: Habitat is best known for its homeownership program where volunteers build and rehab simple, quality homes in partnership with qualifying low-income families and the community . The homes are then sold with affordable, zero percent interest mortgages, with a 30-year commitment to each new homeowner and the community in which they live. Habitat also preserves homeownership by helping qualified

low-income homeowners repair and maintain their homes through our Critical Home Repair programs .WHO WE SERVE: Qualifying low-income families in McHenry County . ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Potential Partner families must qualify and be willing to make a down payment, put in hundreds of hours of sweat equity labor, and make a monthly mortgage payment . They must demonstrate a need for housing, demonstrate an ability to pay and a willingness to partner with Habitat for Humanity .

Hartland Township(815) 338-552615813 Nelson Road, Woodstock IL 60098hartlandtownship@yahoo .com

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Harvard Community Senior Center(815) 943-27406817 Harvard Hills Road, Harvard, IL 60033sharon .smith@harvardseniorcenter .org http://harvardseniorcenter .org

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WHAT WE DO: We provide SHIP (Senior Health Insurance Program) Counseling Services, Depression Treatment for Community Based Seniors, Nutrition and Food Insecurity Screenings, Sr . Farmer’s Market Vouchers, Benefit Enrollment Assistance, social activities, health and wellness programming, special events, volunteer opportunities, Diabetes Self-Management Education and a Walk With Ease - arthritis and other chronic disease management program .WHO WE SERVE: Older AdultsELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Anyone over age 60 is welcomeOTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: SpanishFEES/INSURANCE: Most programs have no fees

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Hearthstone Communities(815) 338-2110920 N . Seminary, Woodstock, IL 60098www .hearthstonewoodstock .org

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WHAT WE DO: Senior Living Community including independent duplex homes, independent communal living, assisted living, memory support, skilled nursing care, and physical rehabilitationWHO WE SERVE: McHenry County residents 65 and olderELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Assessment performed by our staffOTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Provided as neededFEES/INSURANCE: Medicare, Medicaid, private payAVAILABILITY: 24 hours per day, 7 days per week

Hearthstone Early Learning Center(815) 338-1954350 Christian Way, Woodstock, IL 60098www .hearthstonewoodstock .orgMelissa Norman, DirectorScott Virzi, Director

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WHAT WE DO: Early childhood education, pre-school, before and after school care, child care, all day summer campWHO WE SERVE: ChildrenELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Children ages 6 weeks – 12 yearsOTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Spanish, German, RussianFEES/INSURANCE: Private Pay, DHS, DCFS, ScholarshipAVAILABILITY: Monday through Friday 6:15am – 5:30pm

Home of the Sparrow(815) 271-54444209 Shamrock Ln . Unit B, McHenry, IL 60050info@HOSparrow .orgwww .hosparrow .org

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WHAT WE DO: Home of the Sparrow serves homeless women and children . Services include: Transitional Shelter, Subsidized Apartments, Affordable Housing, a Rapid-Re-Housing Program, and Outreach and Prevention Services . Supportive Services include: intensive case management with a focus on employment, financial planning/budgeting, parenting classes and trauma recovery . Home of the Sparrow collaborates with other organizations to provide linkages to other services . WHO WE SERVE: Homeless women who are single, pregnant, or accompanied by their children, including older adults . ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Must be 18 years or older, including age 50+ . Eligibility is determined on a case-by-case basis . Home of the Sparrow collaborates with other area organizations to provide a wide range of services . OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Spanish interpreter available upon request .FEES/INSURANCE: None for shelter or outreach and prevention services; sliding fee scale for apartments

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Illinois Department of Employment Security Veterans Employment & Training Service (815) 334-2792500 Russell Ct, Woodstock, IL 60098Michael .ruffner@illinois .govwww .ides .state .illinois .govwww .illinoisjoblink .com

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MORNING 8:30 8:30 8:30 8:30 8:30AFTERNOON 4:30 4:30 4:30 4:30 4:30EVENINGNOTE:

WHAT WE DO: Veterans Employment ServicesWHO WE SERVE: VeteransELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Transitioning Military Service Members & VeteransOTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: FEES/INSURANCE: FREEAVAILABILITY: By Appointment PreferredADDITIONAL INFORMATION:Mike Ruffner, U.S. Marine Corps Veteran Employment RepresentativeIllinois Department of Employment Security Appointments Preferred! Waukegan/VA North Chicago Every Thursday, VRU Bldg 1 Room 208C AM Only 3001 N Green Bay Rd North Chicago, IL Monday/Wednesday/Friday Woodstock IDES/Workforce Center 500 Russel Ct Woodstock, IL 60098 815-334-2792 [email protected]/Workforce Center 1 N . Genesee St . Waukegan, IL 60085

Useful Websites:chicago2@gomarineforlife .net www .jobs2vets .com www .militarytomedicine .org www .MarineForLife .org www .marineea .org www .techexpousa .com www .corporategray .com www .military .com www .vetjobs .com www .gijobs .com www .militaryconnection .com www .vetready .org www .helmetstohardhats .com www .militaryhire .com www .vetsuccess .gov www .militaryjobzone .com www .moaa .org/Main_Menu/Access_Member_Benefits/Careers/Careers .html

Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs(815) 338-92921301 Sunset Ridge Rd ., Woodstock, IL 60098(National Guard Armory RT .14) Fax: (815) 338-5464

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WHAT WE DO: File claims for Veterans and dependents . WHO WE SERVE: McHenry County & DeKalb County ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Be a Veteran or DependentOTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Spanish Interpreter: YesFEES/INSURANCE: NoneAVAILABILITY: Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8:00 to 4:30, closed from 12:30 to 1:00 for lunch .Capt . James Lovell FHCC on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 to 4:00 Building 133 room 1D-115

Illinois Migrant Council(815) 943-685162 N . Ayers St . Suite D, Harvard, IL 60033info@illinoismigrant .orgwww .illinoismigrant .org

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WHAT WE DO: The Illinois Migrant Council (IMC) is a statewide community-based, non-profit organization with the primary mission of promoting employment, education, health, housing and other opportunities for migrant and seasonal farmworkers and their families to achieve economic self-sufficiency.WHO WE SERVE: Migrant and seasonal farmworkers and their families as well as the Hispanic and other disadvantaged populationsELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: For the National Farmworker Jobs Program (NFJP)• Employed at least 25 days (or earned $800) in farm work during 12

months in the last two years,• Total family income below OMB or LLSIL poverty guidelines for family

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size in the twelve months,• Have work authorization documents (citizen, legal resident or work

permit)• Males born after 01/01/1960: Registered in the Selective Service .OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Spanish interpreting services are only available for individuals enrolled in any IMC program FEES/INSURANCE: Services are free AVAILABILITY: Monday through Friday 8:30 a .m . to 5:00 p .m . (Later with appointment only for participants in our programs) .Universal information in Spanish available to the Hispanic community .

Illinois Spina Bifida Association(773) 444-03052211 N . Oak Park Avenue, Chicago, IL 60707info@i-sba .org www .i-sba .org

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WHAT WE DO: The Illinois Spina Bifida Association works to improve the quality of life of children, adults, and families living with spina bifida. Programs include: Community-Clinic Connection which provides a social worker for home visits, support groups, play dates for children ages 0-10, GoBabyGo builds which provide custom electric ride-on cars for children ages 2-4, Chicago Adult Group, resource information and referrals, educational conferences, emergency assistance and equipment funds, post-high school scholarships, holiday parties, and Camp Independence (run by the YMCA of Metro Chicago in association with ISBA) . WHO WE SERVE: Adults, children, and families living with spina bifida in Illinois .ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Diagnosis of spina bifida. OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Spanish speaking staff available .FEES/INSURANCE: NoneAVAILABILITY: Office hours: Monday through Friday 9am-5pm. Occasional weekend programs . Evening and weekend home visits by appointment only .

Independence Health & Therapy(815) 338-3590 2028 N . Seminary, Woodstock, IL 60098

(224) 654-63001255 Farm Hill Drive, Huntley, IL 60142

(815) 338-1707708 Washington Street, Woodstock, IL 60098www .independenceheatlth .orgJbuckley@independencehealth .orgKlarson@independencehealth .org

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WHAT WE DO: A non-profit organization providing an adult day program, day memory care program, behavioral health services, and physical, occupational and speech therapy . We also provide free developmental screenings and free fall risk screenings .WHO WE SERVE: Children (birth to 18) and adults living in McHenry and Kane CountyELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Adult Day Health and Memory Care Programs, adults must be age 50 or over . OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Spanish interpreter available upon request . FEES/INSURANCE: We accept Medicare, Medicaid, Private Insurance, MCO’s, VA, IDOA or private pay, sliding scale available for underinsured or uninsured . AVAILABILITY: Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 8 a .m .- 5p .m ., Tuesday and Thursday from 8 a .m .-6 p .m .

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Informed Choices Pregnancy & Parenting(815) 455-0965610-1 Crystal Point Dr ., Crystal Lake, IL 60014Text 815-455-0977 nurse@informedchoices .orgwww .informedchoices .org

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WHAT WE DO: It is our passion and commitment to provide compassionate care, practical help, and accurate information to men and women facing pregnancy decisions or past abortions . Informed Choices offers FREE pregnancy testing and limited ultrasounds . We also provide information on abortion, the abortion pill, abortion alternatives and The Morning After Pill . We offer education on prenatal development, labor & delivery, and parenting .WHO WE SERVE: Women and men of any age who are facing a pregnancy decision or would like parenting education .ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Please be prepared to provide a picture id at your first appointment. OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Interpreter may be available if scheduled in advance .FEES/INSURANCE: All Services are FREE and ConfidentialAVAILABILITY: Please call for appointment

Jail Brakers, Ministry of Tree of Life Church(815) 322-24645603 Bull Valley Rd ., McHenry, IL 60050Website: www .Jail-Brakers .orgContact Information: Cheryl Niemo (224) 422-7431

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WHAT WE DO: Support Group, Individual and Family Support, Gas Card Program, Annual Interfaith Service, Community Events, Public SpeakingWHO WE SERVE: Individuals and Families affected by incarcerationELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: McHenry County and surrounding areaOTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Spanish upon request per capacity

FEES/INSURANCE: NoneAVAILABILITY: Monthly Support Group (1st Thursday of each month) 6:30 8:00 PM Unity Spiritual Center of Woodstock, 225 W . Calhoun St ., Woodstock, IL 60098Individual Support by Appointment, Annual Interfaith Service, Community Events, Public Speaking

Lake County Center for Independent Living Serving McHenry County(847) 949-4440 (Voice/TTY)5400 W . Elm Street, Suite 106, McHenry, IL 60050 847-388-0776 (VP)info@lccil .orgwww .lccil .org

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WHAT WE DO: The Center for Independent Living provides services and advocacy to people with disabilities living in McHenry and Lake Counties . This includes advocacy, independent living skills training, information and referral and peer counseling .WHO WE SERVE: People with disabilitiesELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: NoneOTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Reasonable accommodations including alternative formats and ASL interpreters available upon request . Bi-lingual staff available for appointmentsFEES/INSURANCE: No fees for serviceAVAILABILITY: Staff available to meet individual in their homes or convenient community locations .

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Last Chance House(815) 893-0712244 Second Street, Crystal Lake, IL 60014Grey8199@gmail .comwww .lastchancehouse .org

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WHAT WE DO: Last Chance House is a sober-living facility in Crystal Lake that governs itself using the principles taught in Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) . Although Last Chance House hosts AA meetings, and uses the principles that are taught by the program of recovery in AA, it is not affiliated with AA. It does not accept insurance or government-funding . It is self-supporting through donations and grants from individuals, community organizations and corporations . Last Chance House may or may not meet one of the many common definitions of a halfway house, but it resembles one in many ways . For more than 12 years, Last Chance House has provided a proven recovery method and a safe, structured environment to carry it out . Last Chance House is unwavering and true to its founding belief that a strong, long-lasting program of recovery begins when one alcoholic helps another alcoholic .WHO WE SERVE: Alcoholic men with a desire for permanent sobriety .ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: All residents are required to maintain employment, actively participate in 12-step recovery and participate in daily residential chores .OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: N/AFEES/INSURANCE: weekly rent, paid by resident, to cover food & housing in a sober-living house .AVAILABILITY: Please call or email for information . Face-to-face interview prior to consideration is required .

Lifecare @ Evangelical Free Church of Crystal Lake(815) 459-1095 x328575 E . Crystal Lake Ave ., Crystal Lake, IL 60014www .efccl .org

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WHAT WE DO: We provide counseling for the individual, family and groups . We offer divorce care, grief care, help with anxiety, depression, anger management, marriage and other areas of life .WHO WE SERVE: Individuals and families .ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Rates are adjustable, low and scholarship eligible . AVAILABILITY: Open Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays .

LifeSpring Community Church(815) 230-71012503 Spring Ridge Dr . Unit G, Spring Grove, IL 60081info@lifespringefc .org www .lifespringefc .org

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WHAT WE DO: God is love . When we worship our creator and humble ourselves, we are in a better place to love God and people . When we love others, we will serve them and care for their needs . LifeSpring Community Church offers men’s and women’s ministry opportunities as well as small group gathering . In addition, there are many annual events to choose from including art shows, date nights, children and adolescent recreation, and more! LifeSpring Church members also participate in many volunteer activities within both the immediate and greater McHenry County community .WHO WE SERVE: All are welcome! FEES/INSURANCE: Not applicableAVAILABILITY: Sunday Worship Services @ 10a.m.; office hours Tuesday-Friday 8-5 p .m . or by appointment

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Main Stay Therapeutic Farm, Inc.(815) 653-93746919 Keystone Road, Richmond, IL 60071info@mainstayfarm .orgwww .mainstayfarm .org

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WHAT WE DO: Main Stay provides equine and animal-assisted therapeutic activities including therapeutic horseback riding .WHO WE SERVE: Main Stay serves individuals of all ages with physical, developmental, emotional and social challenges .ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Physician’s release may be required . Weight restriction for therapeutic riding program participants . OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Spanish interpreter available upon requestFEES/INSURANCE: Fees vary by program . Insurance not accepted . Scholarships available to those that qualify .AVAILABILITY: Individual and group sessions available . Call for more details .

Mane in Heaven(847) 477-7825 117 S . Cook Street, Suite 237, Barrington, IL 60010info@maneinheaven .orgwww .maneinheaven .org

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WHAT WE DO: Animal-assisted activity and therapy visits with miniature therapy horses (registered through Pet Partners)WHO WE SERVE: “Bringing a little Heaven to Those in Need .” Visits to nursing homes, homes for the disabled, at-risk youth, domestic violence shelters, hospitals, libraries, veterans throughout the Chicagoland area .ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Our all-volunteer 501c3 is limited to weekend and occasional weekday visits, mostly off-site and occasional on-site visits at our barn . (Unfortunately, we are not able to accommodate individual therapy visits at this time) . FEES/INSURANCE: We do not charge for visits . We ask that those we visit consider a donation so that we can continue to visit others in need .

Mano a Mano Family Resource Center(847) 201-15216 E Main Street, Round Lake Park, IL 60073E-mail address: info@mamfrc .orgWebsite: https://mamfrc .org/

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MORNING 8:30 8:30 8:30 8:30 8:30 8:30AFTERNOON 12:00 12:00EVENING 7:00 7:00 7:00 7:00NOTE:

WHAT WE DO: Mano a Mano serves as a nexus of the local immigrant community, offering a one-stop-shop for health resources and services, educational classes and workshops, and immigration legal services for some of the hardest to reach, most vulnerable families and individuals . WHO WE SERVE: Immigrant individuals and families in Lake and McHenry County .ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: NoneOTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Bilingual English/SpanishFEES/INSURANCE: Fees for immigration and legal services may applyAVAILABILITY: Call to schedule an appointment

Marengo area OutReach Enterprises (MORE) (815) 568-7950829 Greenlee St ., Marengo, IL 60152Fax: 815-568-0594more@marengomorecenter .org www .marengomorecenter .org

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MORNING 9-12AFTERNOONEVENING 4-6:30NOTE:

WHAT WE DO: Marengo area Outreach Enterprises strives to reach all the individuals and families in the greater Marengo/Union area who are in immediate need of basic life necessities . Our goal is to feed, clothe, find shelter, and/or offer other necessary assistance.WHO WE SERVE: We serve those in need of food, emergency financial assistance, or clothing and household items .ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Must live within the Marengo Community High School District which covers Marengo and Union . Family income is not to exceed the maximum dollars as issued by DHS .OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Spanish service interpreter available upon request .

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FEES/INSURANCE: All services are free .AVAILABILITY: Wednesday 9-12 and Thursday 4-6:30ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: We are also a Salvation Army Extension facilitator for Marengo and Union .

McHenry Community Health Center(815) 363-99003901 Mercy Drive, McHenry, IL 60050rreinert@gefcc .orgwww .gefcc .org

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WHAT WE DO: McHenry Community Health Center, a program of Greater Elgin Family Care Center, provides quality, affordable health care for all, including any person who is publicly insured, underinsured or uninsured . The Health Center offers a wide variety of services including: Pediatric Care, Adult Medicine, Obstetrics/Gynecology, Chronic Disease Management, Immunizations, Physicals, WIC, Public Benefits enrollment, Care Management and a full-service Laboratory offered by Centegra Health System . The Health Center is accredited by The Joint Commission and Patient-Centered Medical Home certified.WHO WE SERVE: Underserved patients including children, adolescents, adults, elders and expecting mothers . ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: All are welcomed to receive care at McHenry Community Health Center .OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Bilingual (Spanish) staff and use of Language Line for other needed interpretation services .FEES/INSURANCE: Accepts Medicaid and all forms of Medicaid Managed Care (AllKids, Blue Cross Community Health Plan, County Care, Harmony, IlliniCare, Meridian, Molina, and NextLevel Health), Blue Cross/Blue Shield PPO and several other HMO/PPO plans, and uninsured/self-pay patients . Most other insurances are also accepted . Patients with incomes under 200% of the Federal Poverty Level may be eligible for our sliding fee discount program based on their income and number of persons in the family household . For a complete list of insurances accepted please visit: http://gefcc .org/

McHenry County Court Services(815) 334-44002200 N . Seminary Avenue Rm . 243, Woodstock, IL 60098www .co .mchenry .il .us

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WHAT WE DO: Probation officers provide assistance and guidance to the offender so that he/she may be reintegrated into society in a productive and meaningful manner .ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: As directed by the CourtOTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Spanish interpreter available upon request .FEES/INSURANCE: As directed by the Court and state statuteAVAILABILITY: Hours also include 1st and 3rd Monday and every Tuesday until 7:30p .m .

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McHenry County Department of Health(815) 334-4510 After hours: (815) 344-7421Main Office:2200 N Seminary Avenue, Woodstock IL 60098

100 N Virginia Avenue, Crystal Lake IL 60014

IBCCP: (815) 334-0232WIC: (815) 334-1498

Veterinary Public Health: (815) 459-6222Health@ mchenrycountyil .govwww .mcdh .info

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MORNING 8AM 8AM 8AM 8AM 8AMAFTERNOON 4:30P 4:30P 4:30P 4:30PEVENINGNOTE:

WHAT WE DO: Breast & cervical cancer screening, lead screening, heart health screening, tuberculosis & STD clinics, adult & child vaccination clinics, early ID of developmental disabilities, pregnancy testing, WIC nutritional supplements, prenatal case management, diabetes prevention & management education classes, restaurant & well inspections, animal adoptions & complaint investigations . See website for more information . WHO WE SERVE: McHenry County residentsELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: fees vary, dependent on program serviceOTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Spanish interpreter available upon request . Also access to the Language Line as necessary . FEES/INSURANCE: Dependent on program service AVAILABILITY: Services are by appointment . Main hours of operation are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a .m . to 4:30 p .m . with periodic early, evening or weekend immunization clinics .

McHenry County Housing Authority(815) 338-77521108 N . Seminary Drive, Woodstock, IL 60098jbielclaussen@mchenrycountyhousing .orgwww .mchenrycountyhousing .org

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WHAT WE DO: Provides rental assistance, public housing, senior housing, energy assistance, weatherization, home rehab, homeless prevention, dental vouchers, past due rent assistance and first month rent and security deposit assistance .WHO WE SERVE: Low income residents of McHenry County .ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Must meet income limits as listed on website; other requirements may be applicable and listed on the website .OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Spanish interpreter available upon request .FEES/INSURANCE: NoneAVAILABILITY: Please review the program guidelines on the website and call for an appointment .

McHenry County Mental Health Board (815) 455-2828620 Dakota Street, Crystal Lake, IL 60012informationrequest@mc708 .orgwww .mc708 .org

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WHAT WE DO: The MHB’s mission is to provide leadership to ensure the prevention and treatment of mental illness, developmental disabilities and substance abuse by identifying, planning, coordinating, fostering development, and contracting for quality services for all citizens of McHenry County, Illinois .WHO WE SERVE: McHenry County residents in need of accessing services for the treatment of mental illness, substance abuse, developmental disability and/or traumatic brain injury .ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Residents of McHenry CountyOTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: None on staff, however, telephonic and/or on site interpreters can be obtained as needed .FEES/INSURANCE: Not applicableAVAILABILITY: Main hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm .

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McHenry County PADS(815) 344-1230 x114411 Kishwaukee Valley Road, Woodstock, IL 60098GetHelp@pioneercenter .orgwww .pioneercenter .org

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WHAT WE DO: A program of Pioneer Center for Human Services, McHenry County PADS offers emergency shelter coupled with support services in order to help people who are experiencing homelessness work toward becoming self-sufficient. WHO WE SERVE: Adults and families experiencing homelessness in McHenry CountyELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: McHenry County residents with valid proof of residency for the past 30 days . Person who have documentation of homelessness . Persons who are willing to work intensively with a case manager to develop a plan to end homelessness . AVAILABILITY: 24/7 staff . October through April van transportation routes run 7 days per week .

McHenry County State’s Attorney’s Office(815) 334-4159 2200 N . Seminary Avenue, Suite C150, Woodstock, IL 60098www.co.il.us/departments/statesattorneysoffice

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WHAT WE DO: The McHenry County State’s Attorney’s Office is dedicated to protecting the rights and safety of the citizens of McHenry County and supporting the functions of county government .WHO WE SERVE: McHenry County ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: N/AFEES/INSURANCE: N/AAVAILABILITY: Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a .m . to 5:00 p .m . ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Further, we provide legal advice and representation to the McHenry County Board, elected officials and department heads as to their duties and responsibilities under the law .

McHenry County Substance Abuse Coalition(815) 334-40482200 North Seminary Ave ., Woodstock, IL 60098LLCrain@mchenrycountyil .govwww .MCDrugFree .com

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WHAT WE DO: The McHenry County Substance Coalition provides drug and alcohol education and resources for McHenry County individuals, families, businesses, schools, and community groups . We also offer leadership opportunities for high school and college students . WHO WE SERVE: Any agency or community member in McHenry CountyELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: NoneAVAILABILITY: The office hours for the coalition are M-F 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p .m . but presentations and other activities can be planned for evenings and weekends .

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McHenry County WIC Program(815) 334-45042200 N . Seminary Avenue, Woodstock, IL 60098WIC@co .mchenry .il .ushttps://www .co .mchenry .il .us/county-government/departments-a-i/health-department/public-health-nursing/maternal-child-health-services/wic-women-infants-and-childrenWoodstock: 2200 N Seminary, Building B (Rte. 47)

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Crystal Lake: 100 N. Virginia Street (Rte. 14) HOURS OF SERVICE (always call first)

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Harvard: Harvard Community Health Center-62 N. Ayer St.HOURS OF SERVICE (always call first)

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McHenry: McHenry Community Health Clinic 3901 Mercy Drive (off Rte. 31)HOURS OF SERVICE (always call first)

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WHAT WE DO: WIC’s mission: to safeguard the health of women, infants & children who are at nutritional risk . WIC provides: nutrition counseling, breastfeeding support, education & breast pumps, health screenings, and coupons for supplemental foods redeemable at local grocery stores and during the summer at local Farmer’s Markets WHO WE SERVE: Pregnant women, breastfeeding women, postpartum, infants and children to age five who meet eligibility requirements ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Income must be less than or equal to 185% of the US Poverty Income Guidelines . Reside in McHenry County OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Spanish interpreter and Language Line available upon request . FEES/INSURANCE: Services are provided at NO CHARGEAVAILABILITY: Services by Appointment

McHenry County Workforce Network(815) 338-7100500 Russel Court, Woodstock, IL 60098workforcecenterrr@yahoo .comwww .mchenrycountyworkforce .com

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WHAT WE DO: McHenry County Workforce Network offers services to McHenry County employers and job seekers . For job seekers: job information/placement assistance, vocational training/skill enhancement (if eligible), vocational/career guidance, and resource room .WHO WE SERVE: General population, McHenry County businesses, economically disadvantaged, dislocated workers, and eligible youth 14-21 years of age . Resource Room, Job Club, seminars and workshops are open to anyone who is age of 18 or greater and authorized to work in the United States .ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Eligibility requirements are individually determined. Please go to www.mchenrycountyworkforce.com to find application documents and applicable information .OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Spanish interpreter available upon request .FEES/INSURANCE: All services are free .

McRide Dial-A-Ride1 (800) 451-459916111 Nelson Road, Woodstock, IL 60098mcride@mchenrycountyil .govwww .McHenryCountyDOT .orgSusan Borucki, Senior Planner815-334-4981

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WHAT WE DO: MCRide is a dial-a-ride service providing curb-to-curb, wheelchair-accessible transportation to eligible riders in the service area . Dial-a-ride is a shared-ride program, meaning that multiple riders’ trips may be grouped together in an effort to meet all trip requests and improve efficiency. Travel must be scheduled in advance by making a reservation with the Call Center (1-800-451-4599) . Members of the general public (all riders) can reserve their trips up to 24 hours in

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advance of travel . Seniors (60+) and individuals with disabilities can reserve their trips up to seven days in advance of travel . This program is funded by Pace Suburban Bus, McHenry County, a Federal Section 5310 Transit Grant, partner municipalities and townships, and rider fares .WHO WE SERVE: All public transit users . There are no limitations based on trip purpose .ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Riders may travel to and from locations in the service area for which they are eligible . Eligibility is determined by the trip origin, trip destination, rider’s age and/or whether the rider has a disability . Please visit our website to view the service area map and brochure; call the McHenry County Division of Transportation with any eligibility questions .OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Spanish interpreters are available upon request at the Call Center (1-800-451-4599) . The MCRide brochure is available in Spanish on the Division of Transportation’s website . FEES/INSURANCE: Rider fares are paid in cash upon boarding the vehicle . Fares are based on the trip distance and rider’s eligibility status (senior, disabled, general public) .AVAILABILITY: Service Hours are Monday-Friday 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Saturday-Sunday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM . There is no service on major holidays . Reservation Hours are Monday-Friday 5:30 AM - 6:00 PM and Saturday-Sunday 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM .

Midwest Center for Children’s Development(815) 788-10204701 N . Oak Street, Crystal Lake, IL 60012MCCD_Programs@comcast .netwww .mccdtherapy .com

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WHAT WE DO: Midwest Center for Children’s Development is a Not-for-Profit facility that provides therapy for children to address physical, sensory, and social concerns, using a variety of treatments and therapeutic tools . Programs offered at the Center include physical, occupational, and speech therapy .WHO WE SERVE: Mostly children ages 6 mo . and up .ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: N/AOTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: N/AFEES/INSURANCE: Depends upon the service

National Alliance on Mental Illness McHenry County (NAMI)(815) 308-0851620 Dakota St ., Crystal Lake, IL 60012info@namimchenrycounty .orgwww .namimchenrycounty .org

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WHAT WE DO: NAMI McHenry County offers support groups, educational classes, and advocacy as well as referrals for local services for persons living with mental illness and their family members, friends or others interested in mental health . WHO WE SERVE: Anyone needing assistance with mental health issues .ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: N/AOTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Spanish interpreter available upon request .FEES/INSURANCE: N/AAVAILABILITY: Monday through Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Neighbors Food Pantry of Wonder Lake(815) 355-54593506 East Wonder Lake Road, Wonder Lake, IL 60097P .O . Box 293, Wonder Lake, IL 60097 contact@wlfoodpantry .comwww .wlfoodpantry .com

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WHAT WE DO: We are a nonprofit food pantry serving the Wonder Lake CommunityWHO WE SERVE: Families in Wonder Lake, Greenwood, Ringwood, McCullom Lake & WoodstockELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Must bring in proof of residency and a photo IDOTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: N/AAVAILABILITY: Tuesdays and Wednesday mornings from 9 am-11:45am

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New Direction Addiction Recovery Services(779) 220-033693 E Berkshire Rd, Unit G, Crystal Lake, IL 60014info@ndars .orgwww .ndars .org

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WHAT WE DO: We provide resources for individuals and families struggling with substance abuse and addiction . We operate multiple sober living homes in McHenry County, and a venue called “The Other Side” that hosts support groups, 12-step meetings, and evening fellowship events for those in recovery . WHO WE SERVE: Anyone suffering directly or indirectly from substance abuse .ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: For sober living home placement, individuals need to fill out an application, show a willingness to stop drinking/using, and take a drug test .OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: N/AFEES/INSURANCE: weekly rent fees for sober living dependent on location .AVAILABILITY: Call or Email for information .

Northern Illinois Food Bank(630) 443-6910273 Dearborn Court, Geneva, IL 60134sjewitt@northernilfoodbank .orgwww .solvehungertoday .org

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WHAT WE DO: Provide food for the Food Pantries and Feeding sites in the 13 counties in Northern Illinois including McHenry .WHO WE SERVE: The families in McHenry County and the organizations that serve them .ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: An individual should contact the individual agency to inquire about availability . These sites can be found on our web site: https://solvehungertoday .org/get-help/where-to-get-food/

Northern Illinois Special Recreation Association (NISRA)(815) 459-0737285 Memorial Drive, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 info@nisra .orgwww .nisra .org

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WHAT WE DO: An extension of 13 park districts & municipalities, NISRA provides year-round community recreation programs for children & adults with disabilities . Programs take place on weekdays, weeknights, and weekends .WHO WE SERVE: Children & adults with disabilitiesELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Residents with disabilities of the 13 communities pay an in-district program fee; non-residents pay a higher, non-resident program feeOTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: No bi-lingual office staff, however, we have resources for obtaining language translators & sign language interpretationFEES/INSURANCE: Third party payments accepted .AVAILABILITY: Answering machine for after-hour calls to office. Calls are returned the next business day .

Office of Special Projects(815) 334-4913Office of Special Projects 2200 N. Seminary Ave. Room 115Woodstock, IL 60098Fax: 815-334-4691Jason G . Sterwerf, Directorjgsterwerf@22ndcircuit .illinoiscourts .gov

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WHAT WE DO: The Twenty Second Judicial Circuit Office of Special Projects administers, coordinates and monitors the Adult Drug Court, Mental Health Court and Domestic Violence Court programs as well as any other special project assigned by the Trial Court Administrator .OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Spanish interpreter available upon request . Also access to the Language

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Line as necessary .AVAILABILITY: Main hours of operation are Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm excluding court holidays .

On Angels’ Wings(815) 356-81705186 NW Hwy (Rt . 14), Ste 133, Crystal Lake, IL 60014onangelswingsinc@Hotmail .comOnAngelsWings .orgJeannette Hager

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WHAT WE DO: Pet Rescue and Rehoming, funded by thrift store . Provide free pet food to those in need; provide free clothing to those in need; provide foster homes for the pets of women entering Turning Point or Home of the Sparrow .WHO WE SERVE: McHenry County and surrounding areaFEES/INSURANCE: NoneAVAILABILITY: Free clothing and necessities via voucher, working with local churches and organizations

Options & Advocacy for McHenry County (815) 477-4720365 Millennium Drive, Suite A, Crystal Lake, IL 60012Fax 815-477-4700www .optionsandadvocacy .org

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WHAT WE DO: Options & Advocacy provides service coordination and other supports for people in McHenry County with delays and/or disabilities WHO WE SERVE: Infants and children under age 3 who have developmental delays, children and adults with developmental disabilities, children and young adults with autism, and persons of all ages who have epilepsyELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: McHenry county residency and each program has separate eligibility requirements

OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Spanish interpretation FEES/INSURANCE: No fees for our services AVAILABILITY: After hours our phones are directed to the McHenry County Crisis Line .

Pace Suburban Bus(847) 364-7223550 W . Algonquin Road, Arlington Heights, IL 60005www .pacebus .comMary L . DonnerCommunity Relations Representative(847) 345-5546Mary .Donner@pacebus .com

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WHAT WE DO: We are the suburban provider for public transportation in the six-county area of Northeastern IllinoisWHO WE SERVE: General public and people with disabilities

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PFLAG McHenry(815) 385-9068Tree of Life Unitarian Universalist Congregation5603 Bull Valley Rd ., McHenry, IL 60050twweaver@earthlink .net www.pflagillinois.orgwww.pflag.org Contact Information (optional): Toni Weaver

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WHAT WE DO: PFLAG’s mission is three-fold: Support, Education, and Advocacy for members of the LGBTQ+ community, their families and friends and all who wish to become allies .We welcome all people who wish to learn more about LGBTQ+ people and how to support them .Meetings are conducted in English .WHO WE SERVE: Meetings are open to the community .FEES/INSURANCE: There are no fees to attend meetings .AVAILABILITY: McHenry meets on the 2nd Tuesday of every month, 7-9 PM .

Parents of Transgender Individuals (PTI)(262) 745-5143Tree of Life Unitarian Church5603 Bull Valley Road, McHenry, IL [email protected] Marya Flynn Flynnmb12@gmail .com

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WHO WE SERVE: This group is not public . Only parents and close family members of transgender individuals may attend .

Pioneer Center for Human Services(815) 344-1230 3941 Dayton Street, McHenry, IL 60050GetHelp@pioneercenter .orgwww .pioneercenter .org

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WHAT WE DO: Pioneer Center delivers services to over 4,500 people in McHenry County each year . We provide, day, residential and case management support services for individuals with developmental disabilities (including vocational preparation and training);community employment services; residential services adults with mental illness; outpatient therapy for children and adolescents with mental illness; pregnant and parenting teen education and support; runaway and homeless youth services . All our behavioral health child and adolescent services are provided from a Trauma Informed Care approach .WHO WE SERVE: People with developmental disabilities, mental illness, experiencing homelessness, at-risk youth and their families, and others . ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Can vary by program, please contact us to discuss your needs . FEES/INSURANCE: Varies based on services . For Behavioral Health Services all Medicaid payer sources are accepted and some private insurance plans; a sliding fee scale is available for BH services, please contact us .

Prairie State Legal(815) 206-58285320 Elm St, McHenry, IL 60050

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WHAT WE DO: Provide free legal advice in a wide variety of civil legal matters . Provide free legal representation in civil legal matters including governmental/public benefit, landlord/tenant, mortgage foreclosures, utility problems, elder abuse, family law .ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: US Citizen or legal alien and meet income guidelines or be 60 plus in age .AVAILABILITY: Walk-in hours Tuesday between 9 and 11AM

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Recovery International(866) 221-03021415 W . 22nd Street, Tower Floor, Oakbrook, IL 60523(847) 961-6295Rose Hamannrosehamann@yahoo .comwww .recoveryinternational .org

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WHAT WE DO: Weekly support group for training in the recovery method of cognitive behavioral for mental health . WHO WE SERVE: Anyone over 18 years oldELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Voluntary contribution OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: NoneFEES/INSURANCE: NoneAVAILABILITY: Meetings in McHenry CountyHuntley-PNC Bank 1300 Rt 47, Huntley, IL 60142 Mondays (except holidays) 3:30pm Crystal Lake-Community Resource Center 620 Dakota St ., Crystal Lake, IL 60012 Thursdays 2pm

Refuge For Women Chicago(708) 697-8865180 S . Western Ave #123, Carpentersville, IL 60110 www .rfwchicago .orgKaren .Schultz@refugeforwomen .org (708) 380-7419

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WHAT WE DO: Aftercare for Exploited and Trafficked Women. We offer a 3 Phase Restorative program in McHenry County lasting 9-12 months .WHO WE SERVE: Women 18+ who have been exploited or trafficked. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Women must be 18 and older . Children are not accepted, but if a woman wishes to come to Refuge we will work with Safe Families to have children placed while they are in the program .OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: FEES/INSURANCE: No cost to women who meet the eligibility requirements .

Rosecrance McHenry County Office Locations(815) 363-6132Rosecrance McHenry Office4501 Prime Parkway, McHenry, IL 60050

Rosecrance Crystal Lake Office422 Tracy Court, Crystal Lake, IL 60014

Rosecrance Dakota Office620 Dakota Street, Crystal Lake, IL 60014

Rosecrance Woodstock Recovery HomeFor admission call: 815-363-6732815-391-1000info@rosecrance .orgwww .rosecrance .org

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WHAT WE DO: Outpatient mental health and substance abuse services . Mental health- individual/family/group counseling and psychiatric evaluations . Substance abuse- Intensive Outpatient Programming, individual counseling, medication management including Suboxone and Vivitrol . Substance abuse assessments at McHenry County area high schools upon request .WHO WE SERVE: Children, adolescents, and adultsELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: NoneOTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Spanish Interpreter by phone available upon requestFEES/INSURANCE: Private insurance, Medicaid/All kids, unfundedAVAILABILITY: Monday-Thursday 8:30am-9pm, Friday 8:30am-5pm

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Safe Families for Children(773) 653-2200 (773) 633-50684300 W . Irving Park Rd ., Chicago, IL 60641info@safefamilies .net www .safe-families .orgTeri Altpeter, Community Engagement Coordinator for McHenry County Taltpeter@safefamilies .net

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WHAT WE DO: Safe Families for Children hosts vulnerable children for an average of 6 weeks and creates extended family–like supports for desperate families through a community of approved volunteers who are motivated by compassion to keep children safe and families intact . Safe Families for Children is designed to reunite families as soon as possible . WHO WE SERVE: At-risk families who are dealing with a temporary crisis or stressful situation such as illness, addictions, homelessness, sudden unemployment, etc . ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Parents can call us directly for help while others are referred by a variety of sources including schools, hospitals, social workers, DCFS investigators, and social service agencies . Placing parents will need to sign consent form for their children to be in this pro-gram . As the biological parent (or legal guardian) you maintain full custody of your children . And you are encouraged to participate in decisions re-garding their care while they are being hosted . A Family Coach is assigned to oversee the hosting and help the placing parents reach their goals . ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Our volunteers are non-compensated, fingerprint background check, provide references, home assessment, home safety inspection, trained; with access to monthly education via webinars and quarterly support group meetings . We engage faith communities to recruit and support volunteers and reach out to Families in need .OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: FEES/INSURANCE: No fees, volunteer supportedAVAILABILITY: Our phones are answered during regular business hours . For after hour emergencies our phones are forwarded to an oncall staff member .

Samaritan Counseling Center of the Northwest Suburbs(847) 382-4673 ext. 3221146 N . Main Street, Algonquin, IL bmccallum@sccnw .orgwww .sccnw .orgBrian McCallum, Intake Coordinator

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WHAT WE DO: Samaritan Counseling Center provides “HOPE, HELP and HEALING” through professional counseling services and psychiatric services to children, adolescents, adults, couples and families experiencing a wide array of mental health concerns . Individual, couple, family and group counseling formats use evidence-based approaches and, when appropriate, spiritually-integrated approaches . Parenting Classes and Marital Enrichment Classes are offered in addition to Mental Health First Aid and Youth Mental Health First Aid Training and QPR Suicide Prevention Training . Services are also provided through church-based sites in McHenry and Crystal Lake . Consultation Services to nonprofit organizations, businesses and corporations is also available.WHO WE SERVE: People of all ages who are who are struggling with mental, emotional or behavioral wellness .ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: None .OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Spanish, FrenchFEES/INSURANCE: Intake session is $200, 45-minute sessions are $145 . Sliding scale and fee assistance is available in cases of need . Most Private Insurance PPO Plans and Medicare are accepted .AVAILABILITY: New clients are typically seen within a few days to a few weeks. Specific therapists may have longer waiting lists. Appointments for all staff and all office locations can be made at: 847-382-HOPE during weekday business hours . After hours, our phones are answered by a professional Answering Service . Professional Staff are on-call for their clients 24/7 . Contact Intake Coordinator, Brian McCallum, LCPC, at Extension 322 for additional information or to schedule an appointment .

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Self-Advocacy Council of Northern Illinois (SACNI)(815) 382-15301312 S . Fleming Road, Woodstock, IL 60098Clchristensen100@aol .com

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WHAT WE DO: The Self Advocacy Council of Northern Illinois is dedicated to the belief that all people with disabilities are capable of—and should be—directing their own lives . With the necessary supports, everyone can be a Self-Advocate .WHO WE SERVE: Transition age (14-22) and adults with any type of disability .ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: NoneOTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: NoneFEES/INSURANCE: NoneAVAILABILITY: We meet on the first Thursday of each month from 6:30-8:30 PM . Our meeting location has changed, so please contact our Advisor, Cathy Christensen, 815-382-1530, clchristensen100@aol .com, for information and to RSVP .

Senior Care Volunteer Network (SCVN)(815) 455-3120360 Memorial Drive, Suite 140, Crystal Lake, IL 60014info@scvnmchenrycounty .orgwww .scvnmchenrycounty .orgSarah Schrempf, Executive Director

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WHAT WE DO: SCVN provides direct assistance to older adults utilizing the caring support of community volunteers . This unique support provides services so seniors so they can remain living independently in their own home, or the home of a loved one, for as long as possible . Volunteers provide transportation to life-essential and life-enriching destinations throughout McHenry County . Some other direct services provided by the volunteers of our network may include shopping assistance or help running errands, companionship or accompaniment to the store or pharmacy, minor repairs to their home, help with seasonal yardwork, non-medical respite to relieve a full-time caregiver, and use of our medical equipment loan closet (any age) .

WHO WE SERVE: SCVN serves seniors 60+ living in McHenry County and all of Sun City, Huntley (including the Kane County portion) .ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Any senior 60+ living in McHenry County can enroll in our program as a care receiver . To receive any sort of transportation service, a care receiver must be fully ambulatory without assistance and able to advocate for themselves . Other services, such as minor home repairs, seasonal yardwork, non-medical respite relief, shopping assistance, or friendly visits require less autonomy and eligibility is assessed at the time of Intake .OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Spanish Speaking Coordinator AvailableFEES/INSURANCE: SCVN does not charge for any service, bill Medicare or insurance, nor do we have an expectation of payment . Tax deductible donations are accepted .AVAILABILITY: Service requests can only be called in during open office hours (above), and transportation requests of any kind require a (3) day notice. All requests are filled based on volunteer availability.

Senior Services Associates, Inc.(815) 356-7457 Crystal Lake(815) 344-3555 McHenry110 W . Woodstock Street, Crystal Lake, IL 600143519 N Richmond Rd ., McHenry, IL 60050help@seniorservicesassoc .orgwww .seniorservicesassoc .org

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WHAT WE DO: Senior Services is a non-profit organization dedicated to sustaining and improving the quality of life for individuals age 60 and older, the disabled and their caregivers by providing access to the social services they need . We are dedicated to preserving their independence, promoting mental and physical well-being and protecting their rights and dignity .WHO WE SERVE: Residents of McHenry County 60 and olderELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Senior Services serves all those 60 and older living within McHenry County . Each program that we offer may have additional requirements .OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Bi-lingual Care CoordinatorsFEES/INSURANCE: NoneAVAILABILITY: Senior Services Associates, Inc . provides case management services, information, referral, outreach, Ombudsman (nursing home advo-cacy), Elder Abuse investigations (Adult Protective Services), recreation activities, needs-based transportation, RSVP (volunteer placement), caregiver support respite and much more. Our offices are open M-F 8 a.m.-4 p.m., but our phones are answered 24/7 in case of emergencies .

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SER Jobs for Progress National(224) 227-6422500 Russel Court, Woodstock, IL 60098www .ser-national .org

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MORNING 8AM 8AM 8AM 8AM 8AMAFTERNOON 4PM 4PM 4PM 4PM 4PMEVENINGNOTE:

WHAT WE DO: Administer the SCSEP program (Senior Community Service Employment Program), which is the Title IV program under the Older Americans Act . SCSEP offers part-time work training to seniors 55yrs+ who are eligible for the program . Applicants must live in Kane or McHenry County, must be unemployed and looking for work, and must meet the low-income standards to be eligible for the program . The program lasts 48 months for each eligible participant, and gives part-time paid training to increase skill sets at government and non-profit organizations in the participant’s zip code . WHO WE SERVE: Kane or McHenry County senior citizens 55 years and older, are unemployed and looking for work, and meet the low-income standards (125% of U .S . poverty guidelines) . ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: 55 years and older, live in Kane or McHenry County, meet SCSEP’s low income guidelines and be unemployed and willing to look for work . OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Russian & Spanish interpretation available FEES/INSURANCE: None AVAILABILITY: Please see Hours of Service above

Social Security Administration(815) 338-3751 1 (800) 772-12132450 Lake Shore Drive, Woodstock, IL 60098www .ssa .gov

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WHAT WE DO: Financial benefits under Social Security and SSI programs .ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Social Security qualifications, SSI requirements income and resource needs testFEES/INSURANCE: None

The Renewal Center–A Wellness Oasis for Cancer Survivors(815) 382-5645620 Dakota St ., Crystal Lake, IL 60012Mailing Address: 226 Ellsworth St ., Crystal Lake, IL 60014therenewalcenter@sbcglobal .net www .therenewalcenter .org

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WHAT WE DO: We are focused on long-term cancer survivorship . We help people deal with the emotional issues that comes with a diagnosis of cancer and help survivors move forward with their lives through counseling, education and connecting with others .WHO WE SERVE: Cancer survivors who have finished day-to-day medical treatmentELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Pre-registration is required for all services .ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: We offer an eight-session cancer survivor program as well as individual counseling and ongoing support groups . We offer a craft group for relaxing and sharing with others .

The Salvation Army Golden Diners Senior Nutrition Program(630) 232-66763519 Richmond Rd ., Johnsburg, IL 60051kolleen_rojas@usc .salvationarmy .orgwww .salvationarmychicago .org

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WHAT WE DO: We recruit volunteers to deliver meals to homebound seniors and we also have congregate dining sitesthroughout McHenry and Kane Counties where seniors can come and enjoy lunch and some wonderful activities to socialize with others .WHO WE SERVE: The senior populationELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Must live in McHenry or Kane County and age is 60 and over .OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY:

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Spanish interpreterFEES/INSURANCE: Donations are welcomed .

The Salvation Army of McHenry County(815) 455-2769290 West Crystal Lake Avenue, Crystal Lake, IL 60014www .salarmycl .org

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WHAT WE DO: The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the Universal Christian Church . Its message is based on the Bible . Its ministry is motivated by love for God . Its mission is to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ and meet human needs .WHO WE SERVE: McHenry County residents in needELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: We primarily serve those at or below 200% of poverty level, but each case is decided on an individual basis .OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Spanish interpreterFEES/INSURANCE: None, or very low for some activities .

Thresholds(773) 572-5500620 Dakota Street, Crystal Lake, IL 60012gary .rukin@thresholds .orgwww .thresholds .org

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MORNINGAFTERNOONEVENINGNOTE: Please call for appoointment

WHAT WE DO: Thresholds assists and inspires people with severe mental illness to reclaim their lives by providing the supports and skills needed to achieve hopeful and successful futures .WHO WE SERVE: Individuals with severe and persistent mental illness .ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Adults aged 18 and over .OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: MinimalFEES/INSURANCE: All insurance (or lack thereof) accepted .AVAILABILITY: Varies

TLS Veterans(815) 679-66675330 West Elm Street, McHenry, IL 60050 info@tlsveterans .orgwww .tlsveterans .org

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WHAT WE DO: TLS Veterans is a charitable organization with a mission to provide veterans in need and their families the services necessary to experience hope and achieve success . Services include: • New Horizons, a 20-bed transitional living program in Hebron for

homeless veterans • Employment assistance, a case management and employment-

coaching service that helps homeless vets gain employment • Housing assistance of various types, for low-income veteran families

who are homeless or facing imminent homelessness• Drop-in resource center that provides peer-to-peer support by

veterans, food pantry, and counseling • Veteran Community Action Team, delivering furniture/food/household

items to newly-housed families• Outdoors Program, offering peer-to-peer support via fishing trips with

veterans, and • Legacy Corps for Veterans and Military Families, providing caregiver

support services by and for veterans and military families . WHO WE SERVE: Veterans, active-duty service members, military family members, support persons of veterans and military service members, and families of the fallen . ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: • New Horizons: Veterans must be eligible for VA healthcare, pass

screening • Employment program: Veterans must be discharged under conditions

other than dishonorable and housing challenged• All other programs: Eligibility depends upon the specific program,

determined during assessmentOTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: No FEES/INSURANCE: All agency services are free of charge; residents at New Horizons contribute based on ability

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Turning Point, Inc.(815) 338-8081 Office and 24-Hour Help LineP .O . Box 723, Woodstock, IL 60098Fax: 815-338-8110 www .turnpt .org

HOURS OF SERVICE (always call first)MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN

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WHAT WE DO: Turning Point is the only full-service domestic violence agency in McHenry County . We provide crisis intervention, secure emergency shelter for victims and their children who are fleeing domestic violence, individual and group counseling for adults and children, legal advocacy for victims, trauma-based mental health therapy, partner abuse intervention, violence prevention education programs, and referrals .WHO WE SERVE: Women, children and men who have been victims of domestic violence . Through our Partner Abuse Intervention Program, we help perpetrators of abuse .ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: McHenry County residencyOTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Services are offered in Spanish by bilingual/bicultural staff . All other languages accommodated through use of interpreters .FEES/INSURANCE: Services for domestic violence victims are free . Sliding fee scale for perpetrator program and for mental health therapy .AVAILABILITY: Crisis services and shelter available 24 hours a day through the help line number. Call during office hours for information on other services. Office hours are Monday – Thursday 9:00 a.m. – 7:30 p .m ., and Friday 9:00 a .m . – 1:00 p .m .

UIC Division of Specialized Care for Children(815) 987-7571 or (800) 651-93194302 North Main Street, Room 106, Rockford, IL 61103dscc@uic .eduwww .dscc .uic .eduhttps://www .facebook .com/dscc .uic .edu/

HOURS OF SERVICE (always call first)MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN

MORNING 8AM 8AM 8AM 8AM 8AMAFTERNOON 4:30PM 4:30PM 4:30PM 4:30PM 4:30PMEVENINGNOTE:

WHAT WE DO: We partner with Illinois families and communities to help children and youth with special healthcare needs connect to services and resources .

WHO WE SERVE: Through the Core Program, we help children and youth with chronic medical conditions . Through the Home Care Program, we help individuals who are medically fragile and technology dependent . Check out our website or call our office to find out how we can help you.ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: The Core Program offers care coordination to children and youth birth to age 21, who live in Illinois, and have a chronic, physical condition . Financial assistance may be available, based on your income . Call us to see if you’re eligible . The Home Care Program offers care coordination and arranges nursing for individuals who require in-home nursing . Eligible individuals live in Illinois and have a technology dependence and care requirement . Eligibility is determined by Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family services . We can help you gather all the information needed to apply .OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Spanish-speaking staff available, other languages available through language line .FEES/INSURANCE: NoneAVAILABILITY: See hours

United Way of Greater McHenry County(815) 363-13774508 Prime Parkway, McHenry, IL 60050info@uwmchenry .orguwmchenry .orgCarole Peters, Executive Directorcpeters@uwmchenry .org

HOURS OF SERVICE (always call first)MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN

MORNING 8AM 8AM 8AM 8AM 8AM 8AMAFTERNOON 5PM 5PM 5PM 5PM 5PM 12PMEVENINGNOTE:

United Way of Greater McHenry County fights for the health, education and financial stability of every person in McHenry County. We partner with 30 local nonprofit agencies in McHenry County and fundraise money to gift out to our partners . United Way of Greater McHenry County currently funds 48 programs within our partner agencies that focus on health, education and financial stability. United Way helps 1 in 4 people in McHenry County through our mission . OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: n/aFEES/INSURANCE: n/aAVAILABILITY: n/a

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Unity Spiritual Center of Woodstock (815) 337-3534225 W Calhoun Street, Woodstock, IL 60098www .unitywoodstock .orginfo@UnityWoodstock .org and Unity Spiritual Center of Woodstock on Facebook

HOURS OF SERVICE (always call first)MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN

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WHAT WE DO: Unity is a positive, practical, progressive approach to Christianity based on the teachings of Jesus and the power of prayer . WHO WE SERVE: Unity honors the universal truths in all religions and respects each individual’s right to choose a spiritual path . AVAILABILITY: Join us on Sunday morning at 10:00 am for our weekly service and for any of the special activities and events during the week such as MindShifters group which meets every Tuesday 6:30-9:00 pm . and Dinner with Abraham Hicks group which meets every second Friday at 4:30-7:30 pm .

Veterans Assistance Commission of McHenry County (VAC)(815) 334-4229667 Ware Rd, Woodstock, IL 60098veterans@co .mchenry .il .usFax: 815 334-4678www .co .mchenry .il .us/county-government/departments-j-z/veterans-assistance-commission

HOURS OF SERVICE (always call first)MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN

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WHAT WE DO: The VAC provides short term financial assistance to eligible low income veterans or surviving dependents, transportation to/from Captain James A . Lovell Federal Health Care Center in No . Chicago, assistance with prosecution of Compensation & Pension Claims to the US Department of Veterans Affairs, outreach education provided to groups interested in Federal, State & Local Benefits available to veterans and/or their dependents, Direct Client Outreach due to a disability or conflict of work schedule (certain eligibility criterion apply, please call) . WHO WE SERVE: Veterans & their dependents .ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Financial Assistance – Limited to

veterans/families of McHenry County . VA Claims Representation – Any eligible veteran that needs assistance . Outreach – only available within McHenry County jurisdiction . Transportation – Veterans and their attendant that reside in McHenry County .OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: NoneFEES/INSURANCE: Free Service to Veterans & their dependentsAVAILABILITY: Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30p.m. Please call first to schedule an appointment & see what paperwork you will need to bring .

Veterans R&R 1000 N Rand Road Suite #109, Wauconda, IL 60084info@veteransrandr .orgwww .veteransrandr .org

HOURS OF SERVICE (always call first)MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN

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WHAT WE DO: The primary mission of Veterans R&R is to provide a community Veterans can rely on . Veterans are asked to help other Veterans simply by getting involved in fun monthly events that Veterans, their families, and their friends can attend . By attending or planning these events, everyone involved can create and foster a sense of camaraderie, getting release and relief from everyday life .WHO WE SERVE: Active Duty, Veterans, Gold Star Families, family members of VeteransELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Active Duty, Veterans, Gold Star Families, Family Members of Veterans with appropriate proof

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Volunteer Center McHenry County(815) 344-4483620 Dakota St ., Crystal Lake, IL 60012info@volunteercentermchenrycounty .org www .volunteercentermchenrycounty .org

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WHAT WE DO: We provide services that strengthen local nonprofits. We help by:Connecting individuals and groups of all ages that want to volunteer with local nonprofits that have volunteer needsProviding workshops, training, and network opportunities for staff and volunteers so nonprofits can grow their volunteer base, create successful grants, have healthier board of directors, and stretch their dollarsOffering grant-seeker tools . The Volunteer Center is a Foundation Center Partner Site . You have free access to grant and scholarship searches in our officeHosting the McHenry County Human Race, a unique 5K walk/run that allows racers to choose which charity will receive the proceeds of their race fee . Annually the 4th Sunday morning in April at MCC .WHO WE SERVE: Local nonprofit organizationsELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: N/AOTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: FEES/INSURANCE: Check website for more information

Willow House(847) 236-93002231 Lakeside Dr, Bannockburn, IL 60015info@willowhouse .orgwww .willowhouse .org

HOURS OF SERVICE (always call first)MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN

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WHAT WE DO: Willow House is a non-profit, social service organization whose sole mission is to support grieving children, teens, adults, and families . We provide grief support groups, in-school programs and a variety of community services in the Chicagoland area .WHO WE SERVE: Primarily children ages 2 to 18 and their families . We

also support young adults and adults experiencing grief and the loss of a loved one .ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: An intake meeting is required prior to entering a support group .OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Limited services may be available in Spanish .FEES/INSURANCE: No charge for services .AVAILABILITY: Call us from 9-5pm Monday – Friday or visit our website to submit an inquiry at any time .

Woodstock Bible Church(815) 338-3006770 E . Kimball Avenue, Woodstock, IL [email protected] .woodstockbiblechurch .com

HOURS OF SERVICE (always call first)MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN

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WHAT WE DO: We serve a free lunch and have a food pantry that is available, on Sundays, for a bag of groceries .WHO WE SERVE: We serve anyone who can get to our facility .ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: All are eligible .AVAILABILITY: Our time frame of service is from 11:15 a .m .-1:15 p .m ., on Sundays only .

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Woodstock Public Library (ESL Program)(815) 338-0542414 W . Judd Street, Woodstock, IL 60098library@woodstockil .govwww .woodstockpubliclibrary .orgTrudie R . Dreyer/trudied@woodstockil .info

HOURS OF SERVICE (always call first)MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN

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WHAT WE DO: The library’s ESL program offers one-on-one tutoring for adult residents of Woodstock School District 200 who want to learn English . ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Must be an adult resident of Woodstock School District 200 . Must register for the library’s program through McHenry County College .OTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Spanish interpreter available

Woodstock School District #200 Mentoring(815) 338-8200227 W . Judd Street, Woodstock, IL 60098www .woodstockschools .org

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WHAT WE DO: Provides one-to-one mentor relationships for students in WCUSD #200 schoolsWHO WE SERVE: StudentsELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Referral from parent or staffOTHER LANGUAGES OFFERED/INTERPRETER AVAILABILITY: Spanish interpreter available upon request .FEES/INSURANCE: NoneAVAILABILITY: Available on school days .

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Health Care for Homeless Veterans (HCHV)

Provides access to medical and psychiatric care for Veterans, and serves to address any emergency or immediate housing needs for homeless or at-risk Veterans3001 Green Bay Rd . North Chicago, IL 60064 (847) 688-1900

https://www .va .gov/homeless/hchv .asp

Illinois Dept . of Veterans AffairsProvides financial assistance, professional advocacy services, transportation and referral service to Honorably Discharged Veterans .1301 Sunset Ridge Rd . Woodstock, IL 60098 (815) 338-9292

https://www2 .illinois .gov/veterans/Pages/default .aspx

TLS – Veterans

Provides services to homeless, disabled or disadvantaged Veterans . Services provided include shelter, job counseling services, crisis intervention and case management .5330 W . Elm St . McHenry, IL 60050 (815) 679-6667

https://www .tlsveterans .org/

Illinois Dept . of Employment Security

Provides resources and expertise needed to prepare Veterans for meaningful employment and help identify and overcome employment barriers .500 Russel Ct . Woodstock, IL 60098 (800) 244-5631

http://www .ides .illinois .gov/Pages/default .aspx

Lake-McHenry Veteran Drop-in-Center

Provides services to military personnel, Veterans and their families . Services provided include financial assistance, counseling services and support groups .5330 W . Elm St . McHenry, IL 60050 (815) 322-2620

https://www .tlsveterans .org/

Veterans Assistance Commission

Provides needed interim and/or emergency financial assistance to Honorably Discharged Military Veterans and their families for basic living expenses .667 Ware Rd . Woodstock, IL 60098 (815) 334-4229

https://www .mchenrycountyil .gov/county-government/departments-j-z/veterans-assistance-commission

VETERANS ASSISTANCE

Algonquin/L .I .T .H . Food Pantry1113 Pyott Rd .Lake in the Hills, IL 60156(847) 854-1904

Grafton Food Pantry11481 Allison Ct .Huntley, IL 60142(847) 495-0922

The M .O .R .E . Center Food Pantry829 Greenlee St .Marengo, IL 60152(815) 568-7950

Community Food Pantry of Richmond/Spring Grove1308 Main St .Richmond, IL 60071(815) 678-4351

Cary Grove Food Pantry8901 South Cary Algonquin Rd .Cary, IL 60013(847) 519-3602

Harvard Food Pantry6817 Harvard Hills Rd .Harvard, IL 60033(815) 943-4909

Crystal Lake Food Pantry42 East StreetCrystal Lake, IL 60014(815) 455-0961

Hebron Community Food Pantry10317 Freeman Rd .Hebron, IL 60034(815) 648-2512

Wonder Lake Neighbors Food Pantry3506 East Wonder Lake Rd .Wonder Lake, IL 60097(815) 355-5459

FISH of McHenry Food Pantry3515 North Richmond Rd .McHenry, IL 60050(815) 344-4717

Loaves and Fishes MinistryCall for local sites and times(815) 459-5907

Woodstock Food Pantry1033 Lake Ave .Woodstock, IL 60098(815) 337-0375

FOOD PANTRIES

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Christ the King Conference 5006 East Wonder Lake Rd . Wonder Lake, IL 60097 (779) 302-6259

Holy Apostles Conference 5211 West Bull Valley Rd . McHenry, IL 60050 (815) 385-9946

Sacred Heart Conference 323 N . Taylor St .Marengo, IL 60152 (779) 548-5057

St . Margaret Mary Conference 111 South Hubbard St . Algonquin, IL 60102 (847) 628-5161

St . Peter Conference 2118 Main St . Spring Grove, IL 60081 (815) 675-2288

St . Elizabeth Ann Seton Conference 1023 McHenry Ave . Crystal Lake, IL 60014 (815) 701-2737

St . Mary Conference Huntley 10307 Dundee Rd . Huntley, IL 60142 (224) 569-2100

SS Peter & Paul Conference 410 North First St . Cary, IL 60013 (847) 516-2636 Ext 399

St . Joseph Conference Harvard 206 East Front St . Harvard, IL 60033 (815) 943-6406 Ext 223

St . Mary Conference Woodstock 312 Lincoln Ave . Woodstock, IL 60098 (815) 334-7711

ST VINCENT DEPAUL McHENRY COUNTY ILLINOIS

SundayMEN Bethany Lutheran Church76 West Crystal Lake AvenueCrystal Lake, IL 60014(815) 459-2690

WOMEN AND CHILDREN Church of Holy Apostles5211 Bull Valley RdMcHenry, IL 60050(815)385-5673 MondayMENSt . Peter & Paul Catholic Church410 North First StreetCary, IL 60013(847) 516-2636 x233

WOMEN AND CHILDREN The Chapel McHenry1809 S . Route 31McHenry, IL 60050(847) 201-2777

TuesdayALLWillow Crystal Lake100 S . Main St .Crystal Lake, IL 60014(224) 512-1737

WednesdayALLRedeemer Lutheran Church1320 Dean StreetWoodstock, IL 60098(815) 338-9370

ThursdayALLSt . Joseph Catholic Church10519 North Main StreetRichmond, IL 60071(815) 678-7421

FridayALLChristian Fellowship Church3419 Walkup RoadCrystal Lake, IL 60012(815) 459-9473

SaturdayALLPADS14411 Kishwaukee Valley Rd .Woodstock, IL(815) 344-1230 Ext . 1

McHENRY COUNTY PADSEmergency Church Shelter Locations Open October 1, 2018 to April 30, 2019– 7 pm to 7 am

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Al-Anon/Alateen(815) 459-6190

Elder Abuse(800) 252-8966 | (815) 356-7457

McHenry County SASS(800) 345-9049

Alcoholics Anonymous(815) 455-3311

Families Anonymous(773) 777-4442

Narcotics Anonymous(708) 848-4884

Care Center(800) 892-8900

Gambling Anonymous(866) 442-8620

RAINN(800) 671-4763

Child Abuse(800) 252-2873

McHenry County Crisis Line(800) 892-8900

Turning Point Domestic Violence(815) 338-8081 | (800) 892-8900

HOTLINES

Bethesda Thrift Store7606 US Highway 14 Crystal Lake, IL 60014 (815) 455-2325

Clothing Closet221 East Calhoun Woodstock, IL 60098 (815) 338-5316

Goodwill Crystal Lake1016 Central Park DriveCrystal Lake, IL 60014(224) 233-0064

Goodwill (Huntley)11900 Kreutzer Rd . Huntley, IL 60142 (847) 669-9338

Goodwill (McHenry)2006 N . Richmond Rd . McHenry, IL 60050 (815) 385-3160

Habitat for Humanity ReStore903 Front StreetMcHenry, IL 60050(815) 331-8153

Habitat for Humanity ReStore2205 S . Eastwood Dr . Woodstock, IL 60098 (815) 334-0500

Kiddy Korner Children’s Resale3716 Elm StreetMcHenry, IL 60050(815) 578-9185

Little Christopher’s469 Lake St . Crystal Lake, IL 60014 (815) 459-9442

On Angels’ Wings, Inc.5186 Northwest Hwy, Suite 133 Crystal Lake, IL 60014 (815) 356-8170

Pink Door Thrift Store3741 West Elm St . McHenry, IL 60050 (815) 344-4560

The Presbyterian Church Thrift Store119 South State St . Marengo, IL 60152 (815) 568-7490

Salvation Army Thrift Store4400 West Elm St . McHenry, IL 60050 (815) 759-9101

Savers230 W . Virginia St #50Crystal Lake, IL 60014(815) 444-0276

Sparrow’s Nest Thrift Store781 South Randall Rd . Algonquin, IL 60102 (847) 458-2420

Sparrow’s Nest Thrift Store 380 Northwest Hwy Cary, IL 60013 (847) 639-4082

Sparrow’s Nest Thrift Store3714 West Elm St . McHenry, IL 60050 (815) 363-6008

Sparrow’s Nest Thrift Store120 East Calhoun Woodstock, IL 60098 (815) 206-5070

Sweet Repeat10514 North Route 47 Huntley, IL 60142 (847) 961-4259

Too Cute Consignment5150 Northwest Hwy #8Crystal Lake, IL 60014(815) 444-8711

Woodstock Community Thrift Store780 S . EastwoodWoodstock, IL 60098(815) 334-0288

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Health Care:McHenry County Department (WIC) Program Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children2200 N . Seminary Ave . Building B Woodstock, IL 60098 Phone: 815 .334 .4505 Fax: 815 .334 .4695www .co .mchenry .il .us/county-government/departments-a-i/health-department

Community Health Partnership of IllinoisBuilds and delivers quality, culturally responsive health care services with our patients, caregivers, and the communities we serve.62 N . Ayer St . Suites A&B Harvard, IL 60033 (815) 943-4339

McHenry Community Health CenterTo provide quality, affordable health care for all, including those without the ability to pay.3901 Mercy Dr McHenry, IL 60050 (847) 608-1344www .gefcc .org

UIC-Division of Specialized Care for ChildrenWe partner with Illinois families and communities to help children and youth with special healthcare needs connect to services and resources.4302 N . Main Street, Room 106 Rockford, IL 61103-1209 (815) 987-7571www .dscc .uic .edu

Child Care Resources:4-C Community Coordinated Child CareChild care referrals and child care assistance program667 Ridgeview Dr . McHenry, IL, 60050 (815) 334-5510www .four-c .org

Head Start Community Action Agency for McHenry CountyPreschool program for income eligible families100 N . Benton Woodstock, IL 60098 (815) 338-8790www .headstartprogram .us

Resources:GiGi’s Playhouse McHenry CountyWe offer free therapeutic and educational programming to individuals with Down Syndrome and their families.5404 W . Elm St . Suite A McHenry, IL 60050 (815)-385-PLAY (7529) Fax: (815)-385-7538www .gigisplayhouse .org

Youth & Family CenterEncourages education, promoting healthy lifestyles, and developing multicultural relationships.3733 W . Elm St . McHenry, IL 60050 (815) 322-2357www .yfc-mc .org

Star NetHelping Illinois’ young children reach for the stars by supporting those who educate and care for them.2626 S . Clearbrook Dr . Arlington Heights, IL 60005 (224) 366-8579www .starnet .org

Early Intervention ClearinghouseLibrary of videos, books, manuals, and journals related to the development of young children with special needs and their familiesChildren’s Research Center, Room 20 51 Gerty Drive Champaign, IL 61820-7469www .eiclearinghouse .org

AOK (All Our Kids Network) of McHenry CountyCommunity-based collaborations that promote healthy pregnancies and the positive growth and development of all children birth to five and their parents / caregivers by assuring a high-quality, well-coordinated, easily-accessible system of services and supports.365 Millennium Dr . Suite A Crystal Lake, IL 60014 (815)477-4720www .mchenrycountyaok .org

Safe Families for ChildrenHelping children 18 years and under to be placed with volunteer host families when families are in crisis.4300 W . Irving Park Rd . Chicago, IL 60641 (773) 653-2200www .safe-families .org

Diaper Bank of Northern IllinoisWe distribute diapers to infants and children of low income families, children and adults with disabilities, the elderly and the sick.4138 W . Orleans St . McHenry, IL 60050 (815)385-5437www .diaperbankni,org

Pioneer Center (TAMI) Teenage Mother’s InitiativeHelping pregnant and parenting teen mom and dads with resources and supports.3941 W . Dayton St . McHenry, IL 60050 (815) 344-1230www .pioneercenter .org

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Developmental Screenings (Birth to 3):

Options & Advocacy for McHenry CountyIllinois Early Intervention program; free develop-mental evaluations for children birth to three. 365 Millennium Dr . Suite A Crystal Lake, IL, 60012 (815) 477-4720www .optionsandadvocacy .org

Adult and Child Therapy ServicesFree developmental screenings for children from infant to age 35 months.708 Washington St . Woodstock, IL 60098(815) 338-1707www .adultchildtherapy .org

WeeBits for FamiliesOffers education, classes, and materials to support families and their child’s development.665 Ridgeview Dr . McHenry, IL 60050(847) 223-7433www .weebitsforfamilies .org

School Districts: Locations for Early Childhood Developmental Screenings (Ages 3-5)

#2 – Spring Grove/NippersinkRichmond Grade School5815 Broadway Richmond 60071815-678-6866

#12 – McHenry/JohnsburgRingwood School4700 School Road Ringwood 60072815-385-6460

#15 – McHenryEdgebrook Elem . School701 North Green Street McHenry 60050815-385-3123

#18 – MarengoMarengo Middle School816 E . Grant Hwy . Marengo 60152815-568-7632

#19 – HebronAlden-Hebron Comm . Cons . Schools11915 Price Rd . Hebron 60034815-648-2442 ext . 1224

#26 – Cary/#3 Fox River GroveCary Community Cons . Schools2115 Crystal Lake Road Cary 60013224-357-5100 ext . 4

#36 – Wonder LakeHarrison Elementary School6809 McCullom Lake Rd . Wonder Lake 60097815-653-2311

#46 – Prairie GrovePrairie Grove Jr . High3325 Rte . 176 Crystal Lake 60014815-459-3557, ext . 4201

#47 – Crystal LakeWehde Early Childhood Center1120 Village Rd . Crystal Lake 60014815-477-6968

#50 – HarvardWashington School305 S . Hutchinson Harvard 60033815-943-6367

#158 – HuntleyChesak Elementary School10910 Reed Rd . Lake in the Hills 60156847-659-6156

#165 – MarengoLocust Elementary School539 S . Locust St . Marengo 60152815-568-7632

#200- WoodstockVerda Dierzen Early Learning Center2045 N . Seminary Ave . Woodstock 60098815-338-8883

#300-AlgonquindeLacey Family Education Center50 Cleveland Ave . Carpentersville 60110224-484-2300

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ORGANIZATION SERVICES THEY PROVIDE COUNTY BASED (PUBLIC)

McHenry County Substance Abuse Coalitionmcdrugfree .com Laura Crain, coordinator (815) 334-4048 LLCrain@co .mchenry .il .us

Coalition is 16 years old. 80 agencies, 160 individuals. Specific task force makeup depends on task . Active involvement of CEOs of Centegra Behavioral Health, Mental Health Board and Rosecrance, MCC President, Sheriff, State’s Attorney, public health, coroner, Advocate, counselors in private practice .

Mental Health Boardco .mchenry .il .us/county-government/departments-j-z/mental-health-board Scott Block, Director

Administer funds ($13 .5MM in 2016) collected through annual taxes which fund 27 agencies providing services . Directed by a 9-member board of community representatives appointed by the County Board .

Free training supports provider community .County Crisis Hotlinemchenry-crisis .org (800) 892-8900 crisisprogram@centegra .com

Crisis line workers are available to help people with depression, major life changes, anxiety, mental illness or thoughts of suicide . The caller can be referred for a face-to-face assessment performed in hospital emergency rooms, schools, police stations and under special conditions, within an individual’s home . 1st Thurs & 3rd Wed 7 – 9pm Survivors of Suicide grief support group .

Illinois Warm Line(866) 359-7953 option 2, option 5 illinoismentalhealthcollaborative .com

Not a crisis line, but a source of support . Operated by professional Peer Support Specialists who have experienced mental health recovery in their own lives and been trained in emotional support, recovery education and self-advocacy support . Provide referrals .

National Alliance on Mental Illness NAMI- McHenry Countynamimchenrycounty .org

Focus is mental illness . Free self-help groups, educational classes, workshops, trainings, community presentations and advocacy . Free family-to-family 12 week communication workshop, free peer-to-peer 10 week workshop .

Psych Express: walk in psychiatric care145 S . Virginia St CL (815) 397-7654 psychexpress .com

Many walk-in services are manned by crisis workers . Crystal Lake site has Psychiatrists and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, who can professionally diagnose and properly prescribe medications during the patient’s walk-in visit .

PRIVATE ENTITIESRosecrance, Inc (NFP)rosecrance .org Chris Gleason, Director of Rosecrance McHenry County (McHenry & CL facilities) (815) 363-6132

Intensive outpatient and individual treatment, adult substance abuse, medication-assisted treatment, psychosocial rehabilitation for groups and individuals, case management services, more . Inpatient located in Rockford . Two recovery program houses in Woodstock, and a heroin support group for family members

Gateway Foundation (PFP)Alcohol & Drug Treatment Centers recovergateway .org hotline (877) 505-4673

Gateway specializes in designing innovative treatment programs to serve the special needs of adolescents, young men, adult men and women and adults 55 and older, including those with mental health diagnoses . Inpatient, outpatient, residential, prevention, student assist, workforce program

The Mathers Clinic (PFP)themathersclinic .com/opioid (815) 444-9999 info@themathersclinic .com CL, Rockford, WSGrief support for families

At Mathers Clinic, we understand the difficulties often associated with addiction, such as social stigma, unsuccessful attempts to stop using, as well as possible legal and family problems . We are ready to help! Services we offer:• Methadone Maintenance Treatment • Suboxone Treatment Program • Vivitrol Treatment Program • Individualized Treatment Mathers’ two-step treatment approach of a monitored medical treatment and psychosocial coun-seling allows our clients to make positive changes in their lives

FAIR Families & Adolescents In Recoveryfairkids .com Schaumburg (847) 359-5192

We are an Intensive Outpatient (IOP) program geared towards aiding teenagers as well as young adults and their families through the mental health and substance abuse recovery pro-cess . We strive to assist our teenage and young adult clientele in developing an understanding and desire for a healthier lifestyle - free from drugs, alcohol, and self-destructive behaviors .

McHENRY COUNTY RESOURCES FOR SUBSTANCE ABUSE RECOVERY

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Amita (Alexian)Life GuardiansGregCigan@life-guardians .org (630) 688-7232

Help communities raise funding and awareness for student mental health programs . These programs place highly-trained mental health specialists in local schools—and they have been tremendously successful . In 2011-2012, counselors positively impacted more than 15,000 students, made referrals for inpatient hospitalization to 35 students and linked 41 more students to intensive community-based support

Smart RecoveryLaura Fry (847) 636-7162 laurasorcifry@hotmail .com Mtgs Tuesdays 6 – 7:30pm (addict) 8-9pm (family/support)Live4Lali Corporate Office 3275 N . Arlington Heights Suite 403 Arlington Heights 60004

Helps people recover from all types of addictive behaviors, including alcoholism, substance abuse, gambling addiction .

Face-to-face meetings, online meetings, 24/7 chat room, message board .

New Directions Youth Recovery Services ndars .org Chris Reed Director

Restoring hope and health to youth and their families by providing the resources necessary to reach success in recovery and the promises of sobriety; dedicated to treating substance abuse and dependence issues; provides• treatment to adolescents who have a primary diagnosis of substance abuse/dependence

(opening 2 new recovery homes)• hope, support, and guidance to the families of the adolescents we serve (has a heroin sup-

port group for family members)• education about substance abuse to the youth we serve, their families, and the community

The Other Side93 E . Berkshire Unit G

A sober bar (and registered 501(c)3) across from Nick’s Pizza in CL, for 18 yo +, is the first step in establishing a series of programs to address the needs of young people .

The Break clbreak .com Brenda Napholz 6292 Northwest HWY next to Hobby Lobby (779) 220-4080

Provides area teenagers a safe and stimulating environment for connecting, having fun and finding acceptance among peers and adults in the community

Last Chance HouseMartin, resident manager 244 2nd St CL 60014 815-893-0712

Provides a safe, nurturing, structured and sober living environment for its residents during a transitional time of life .

Private Practice PractitionersRick Atwater LCPC Northwest Community Counseling Svcs (847) 551-9779 101 N . Virginia St . Stuite 110 RickAtwater@northwestcommunitycounseling .com

• Addictions counselor also hosts a weekly internet radio show called “Straight Stuff on Addictions” at recoveryinternetradio .com .

• Weekly column in Northwest Herald “Styles” section called “StraightTalk” on Sundays .• Treatment program for DUIs, and others who have gotten in trouble with the law be-

cause of drug addiction/alcoholism .• Relapse prevention worksho

PARENT SUPPORT RESOURCESBe A Loving Mirrorfamilyrecoveryresources .com Beth Gross, BALM family recovery coach (815) 814-2104

Families often don’t seek support for themselves when they have a loved with a substance abuse disorder . “When families learn the Be A Loving Mirror Method they become crucial supporters of sobriety in the home, and they find greater joy and peace for themselves in the process .” Parents walk away with tools and tactics for navigating the journey of addiction with their loved one . 12 Principles of BALM Tuesdays 7 – 9pm Sept 6-Nov 22 FCC L-9 & L-10

Recovery—Parents Supporting ParentsMarcia & Jeff Havorka (815) 404-1914 or Marcia@mbhcpa .com

For parents of teens and young adults who have behavioral and substance abuse/addiction issues . Our goal is to share our experience, strength and hope with each other for our mutual benefit.2nd Wednesday 7 – 8:30pm . The Senior Services Associates 110 West Woodstock St Crystal Lake, IL Go in side door, look for TEAM CURRAN sign .

McHENRY COUNTY RESOURCES FOR SUBSTANCE ABUSE RECOVERY

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Hope For ParentsMonday night 7-8pm Light of Christ Church 100 Hansen Rd, Algonquin Kathleen Long (847) 414-6408 kathleenlong@ameritech .net

12 step support group for parents who have children that struggle with mental illness, addiction, eating disorders and cutting . Structured meeting that includes a lead, and sharing of how parents can apply 12 steps to their lives to navigate the journey with their child .

Drugfreeworld .org free educational materialFAITH BASED INITIATIVES

Safe Familiessafe-families .org Willow Creek Crystal Lake Joyce Moffitt (773) 653-2220 [email protected]

Provides a key link to safe families . SF provides extreme hospitality to children while a struggling family works on their homelessness, unemployment, illness or need for rehab . Available for a weekend or up to a year for kids 0-18 .

Refugee RecoveryBlue Lotus Temple & Meditation Ctr (lower level) 221 Dean St, Woodstock Wed 5:30 – 6:30 pm Bikkhuni Vimalavimalajf@gmail .com tylerlewke@gmail .com

Refuge Recovery is a practice, a process, a set of tools, a treatment, and a path to healing addiction and the suffering caused by addiction . The main inspiration and guiding philosophy for the Refuge Recovery program are the teachings of Siddhartha (Sid) Gautama . Buddhism recognizes a nontheistic approach to spiritual practice . The Refuge Recovery program of recovery does not ask anyone to believe anything, only to trust the process and do the hard work of recovery .

Evangelical Free ChurchSteve Yeschek (815) 459-1095 x328 syeschek@efccl .org

Biblically based counseling, support & recovery groups . Celebrate Recovery meetings every Friday (choice of large/teen/kids group, followed by small groups, then crosstalk café)

Fr. Jim Swarthoutfatherjimtalks .com jim@fatherjimtalks .com

Currently an employee with Rosecrance, Jim is an Episcopal priest and a certified intervention specialist .

Rev . Tim Perry PresidentNorthwest Corridor Chaplaincy Svcswww .christianemergencynetwork .org/tim-perry (847) 890-5003 tim .perry@1041 .com

Coordinates chaplains, helps first responders understand when to step in, when to step out, and where/when to make referrals . Tim is Police and Fire Chaplain for the IL State Police, and 5 cities in the northwest suburbs including CL

MEETINGSNA meetings databasedocs .google .com/spreadsheets/d/15XkSuesbQYInNOf8By-pdT7jINTChG-SxpPA3f3jmSY/pubhtml?gid=728548962&single=true

• Sunday 7PM First Church 236 W Crystal Lake Ave “Promise is Freedom”• Tuesday 8PM Centegra 527 South St Woodstock mtg room on left side “There is

Serenity”• Wednesday 3PM Alano Club 545 W . South St Woodstock “A Better Life”• Wednesday 7:30PM St Patricks RC 3500 W Washington St McHenry “The Winners”

door locks at 7:45 be on time .• Thursday 8PM Centegra 527 South St Woodstock cafeteria (basement); “There is

Serenity” formerly “Everything in Black Book Study”• Friday 8PM First Church 236 W . Crystal Lake Ave “Promise is Freedom”• Saturday 7:05PM Centegra 527 South St, Woodstock “Progress Not Perfection”• Saturday 7:30PM Barrington UMC 98 Algonquin Rd . Enter at South end of bldg .

“Walking Through Fear”Recovery International • Thursdays 2 pm; 620 Dakota St Crystal Lake

Contact: Rose (847) 961-6295 rosehamann@yahoo .com• Monday 3:30pm; 13300 South Route 47 Huntley next to Mobil

Contact: Rose (847) 961-6295 rosehamann@yahoo .com

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LEGISLATIVE DIRECTORY

President Donald Trump The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. NW Washington, DC 20500 Phone: (202) 456-1414 Comment: (202) 456-1111 www.whitehouse.gov

U.S. REPRESENTATIVESLauren Underwood R-14th District 332 Cannon HOB Washington, DC 20515 Phone: (202) 225-2976 Fax: (202) 225-069732

Peter Roskam R-6th District 2700 International Dr. Suite 304 West Chicago, IL 60185 Phone: (630) 232-0006 Fax: (630) 893-9735 227 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 Phone: (202) 225-4561 www.roskam.house.gov

U.S. SENATORSDick Durbin 230 S. Dearborn Suite 3892 Kluczynski Federal Building Chicago, IL 60604 Phone: (312) 353-4952 711 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510 Phone: (202) 224-2152 www.durbin.senate.gov

Mark Kirk 387 Russell Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510 Phone: (202) 224-2854 Fax: (202) 228-4611 230 S. Dearborn Suite 3900 Chicago, IL 60604 Phone: (312) 886-3506

Governor of Illinois JB Pritzker 207 Statehouse Springfield, IL 62706 Phone: (217) 782-0244 [email protected] www.governor.illinois.gov

STATE REPRESENTATIVESSteven Anderson R-65th District 127 S. 1st St. Suite 204 Geneva, IL 60134 Phone: (630) 457-5460 211-N Stratton Office Building Springfield, IL 62706 Phone: (217) 782-5457 Fax: (217) 782-1138

Jack Franks D-63rd District 1193 S. Eastwood Drive Woodstock, IL 60098 Phone: (815) 334-0063 Fax: (815) 334-9147 267 S. Stratton Building Springfield, IL 62706 Phone: (217) 782-1717 Fax: (217) 557-2118 [email protected]

David McSweeney R-52nd District 105 E. Main St. Cary, IL 60013 Phone: (847) 516-0052 226-N Stratton Office Building Springfield, IL 62706 [email protected]

Michael Tryon R-66th District 1500 Carlemont Dr. Suite D Crystal Lake, IL 60014 Phone: (815) 459-6453 Fax: (815) 455-8284 244-W Stratton Building Springfield, IL 62706 Phone: (217) 782-0432 Fax: (217) 782-1275 [email protected]

Barb Wheeler R-64th District 37 E. Grand Ave. Suite 101 Fox Lake, IL 60020 Phone: (847) 973-0064 214-N Stratton Office Building Springfield, IL 62706 Phone: (217) 782-1664 [email protected]

STATE SENATORSPamela Althoff R-32nd District 5400 West Elm St. Suite 103 McHenry, IL 60050 Phone: (815) 455-6330 309L State House Springfield, IL 62706 Phone: (217) 782-8000 Fax: (217) 782-7818 [email protected]

Dan Duffy R-26th District 330 E. Main St. Suite 301 Barrington, IL 60010 Phone: (847) 277-7100 105D Capitol Building Springfield, IL 62706 Phone: (217) 782-8010

Karen McConnaughay R-33rd District 130 Washington St. West Dundee, IL 60118 Phone: (847) 214-8245 103D Capitol Building Springfield, IL 62706 Phone: (217) 782-1977

MCHENRY COUNTY BOARD CHAIRMANJoe Gottemoller McHenry County Government Center 2200 N. Seminary Ave. Woodstock, IL 60098 Phone: (815) 334-4221 Fax: (815) 338-3991 [email protected]

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TOWNSHIP OFFICES

Alden8515 Alden Rd .Harvard, IL 60033(815) 648-2720www .aldten-township .org

Algonquin3702 Northwest HighwayCrystal Lake, IL 60014(847) 639-2700 supervisor@algonquintownship .com

Burton1917 Main St .Spring Grove, IL 60081(815) 675-0323 burtonassessor@yahoo .com

Chemung807 8th St .Harvard, IL 60033(815) 943-4558 chemungassessor@gmail .com

Coral6550 Olsen Rd .Union, IL 60180(815) 923-2430 coraltownshipassessor@hotmail .com

Dorr1039 Lake Ave .Woodstock, IL 60098(815) 338-0125supervisor@dorrtownship .com

Dunham107 Airport Rd .Harvard, IL 60033(815) 943-5751 dunham .assessor@gmail .com

Grafton11481 Allison Court Huntley, IL . 60142 (847) 669-3328 supervisor@graftontownship .us

Greenwood5211 Miller Rd .Wonder Lake, IL 60097(815) 790-4449 greenwoodassessor@gmail .com

Hartland15813 Nelson Rd .Woodstock, IL 60098(815) 338-1432 hartlandassessor@yahoo .com

Hebron9924 Main St .Hebron, IL 60034(815) 648-2994 hebronassessor@gmail .com

Marengo4010 North Route 23Marengo, IL 60152(815) 568-1355 supervisor@marengotownship .com

McHenry3703 Richmond Rd .McHenry, IL 60050(815) 385-5605 supervisor@mchenrytownship .com

Nunda3510 Bay Rd .Crystal Lake, IL 60012(815) 459-4011 assessor@nundatownship .com

Richmond7812 South Route 31Richmond, IL 60071(815) 678-0077richmondasr@aol .com

Riley10909 Payne Rd .Marengo, IL 60152(815) 568-8326 assessor@rileytwp .com

Seneca16506 Garden Valley Rd .Woodstock, IL 60098(815) 923-2288 assessor@senecatownship .com

DHS Family Community Resource Center in McHenry County512 Clay St .

Woodstock, IL 60098Phone: (815) 338-0234TTY: (866) 383-1869Fax: (815) 338-0396

DHS OFFICE

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