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A.C.O.A. - ADULT CHILDREN OF ALCOHOLICS 4429 S. 4000 W. Rd. (815) 935-1660 Kankakee, IL 60901 Fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength, and hope in order to recover from the effects of having been raised in an alcoholic household. ACOA follows a program based on the twelve steps and twelve traditions of Alcoholics Anonymous and Al-Anon. Support groups meet Mondays at 7:00 p.m. at St. Mary's Hospital (Sisters' Dining Room, Main Floor), Tuesdays at 2:00 p.m. at Riverside, Cafeteria Room C, and Fridays at 6:30 p.m. at Riverside, Cafeteria Room A; for more information call number above.
Subject Code: Alcoholism & Substance Abuse, Support Groups. ADOPTION INFORMATION CENTER OF ILLINOIS 1-800-572-2390 188 W. Randolph St., Suite 600 (312) 346-1516 Chicago, IL 60601 FAX (312) 346-0004 A cooperative effort of the Child Care Association of Illinois, an association of private child welfare agencies, and the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services. The Center's mission is to recruit, refer, retain and link families with children who wait to be adopted and to support adoptive families. The Center is not an agency but refers families to adoption agencies. The Center's programs serve families during all phases of the adoption process, and include: Adoption Connection (Buddy Program), Adoption Listing Service, Computer Matching Service, Information Meetings, Adoption Parties, Photolistings and Videotapes of Waiting Children, Agency Referral Program, and Post Adoption Services. Hours: 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Children's Services, Information & Referral. ADOPTION TRIANGLE P. O. Box 384 (219) 365-2835 Park Forest, IL 60466 A search/support group for adoptees, birth parents, adoptive parents, and significant others (siblings, spouses, grandparents, etc.) Not an adoption agency, but specializing in post-surrender and post-adoption problems along with providing search expertise when requested for family members lost through adoption. There is a $5.00 fee per meeting. Hotline hours are 9:00 a.m.- 7:00 p.m. M-F, 9:00 a.m.- Noon Sat. Meetings are held the first Thursday of every month at Faith United Protestant Church, 10 Hemlock, Park Forest, IL.
Subject Code: Finding Lost Members, Support Groups. ADULT SURVIVORS OF SEXUAL ABUSE (815) 932-5814 Kankakee groups meet weekly at 5:30 p.m. Tuesdays and 12:00 noon Thursdays, at Harbor House. Call above number for further information. Subject Code: Abuse & Neglect (Children), Abuse & Neglect (Women), Support Groups. AGED AND DISABLED ASSISTANCE DIVISION, ILLINOIS Illinois Department of Revenue 101 W. Jefferson St., P. O. Box 19021 1-800-624-2459 Springfield, IL 62794 FAX (217) 524-9213 Provides information regarding Circuit Breaker program for tax relief and Pharmaceutical Assistance for qualifying seniors and disabled persons. Hours: 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. M-F.
Subject code: Disabilities, Elderly, Medication, Senior Citizens' Services. AIDS MINISTRY OF ILLINOIS 68 N. Chicago St., Suite 240 (815) 723-1506 Joliet, IL 60431 FAX (815) 740-5910 Provides non-judgemental support and guidance necessary to maintain a life of dignity to those touched by HIV/AIDS; services include housing, advocacy, case management, pastoral care, education, a variety of support groups and social events. Facilitates local Support Groups such as "People Like Us" which meets at 7:00 p.m. on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month at St. Francis' House, 296 S. Harrison Ave., Kankakee. AL-ANON (815) 935-6923 Al-Anon Family Groups are a fellowship of families and friends of alcoholics, who share their experience to solve their common problems. Participation in Al-Anon helps find a way to cope with difficulties. Meetings: 8:00 p.m. Monday (Beginners Group), 1245 E. River St., Kankakee; 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Friendswood Christian Church, Route 102, Bourbonnais; 8:00 p.m. Wednesday at Riverside Resolve Center, 411 Division St., Manteno; 8:00 p.m. Friday at 1245 E. River St., Kankakee. For further information on meeting locations and times, check newspaper or call number above.
Subject Code: Support Groups. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Alano Club, 1245 E. River St. (815) 939-9506 Kankakee, IL 60901 Answering service (815) 935-6923 Fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength, and hope that they may help others to recover from alcoholism. The only membership requirement is a desire to quit drinking. No dues or fees. Approximately 20 area meetings weekly; for meeting times and locations, check Sunday Journal or call above numbers.
Subject Code: Alcoholism & Substance Abuse; Support Groups. ALIVE - ADULT LITERACY INITIATIVE VOLUNTEERS EXPANDED Kankakee Community College (815) 933-0324 P. O. Box 888 Hotline 1-800-321-9511 Kankakee, IL 60901 FAX (815) 933-0217 ALIVE provides individual, classroom, and small group tutoring to improve the literacy skills of adults 16 years or older. Trained ALIVE volunteer tutors serve students at 67 sites throughout the Kankakee Community College district. Meeting times and places are arranged at the convenience of the student. The student and tutor work together a minimum of 2 hours per week. Services are provided at no cost to the student. Instructional materials are supplied by ALIVE. Office Hours: 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. M-F.
WORKPLACE LITERACY PROGRAM--ALIVE offers Basic Skills Development and Workplace Literacy programs to improve employees' reading, writing, math, and computer literacy skills. The program offers: * Assessment of employee reading, writing, and math skills, including determining the reading level of workplace materials (job orders, training manuals, etc.) * Individual educational planning for employees, based on assessment results. * Preparation to complete G.E.D. * On-site basic skills group instruction in math, reading, writing, and English as a Second Language.
FAMILY LITERACY PROGRAMS--ALIVE offers services to Pre-K at Risk children in cooperation with school districts. Baby TALK, a program for new mothers, is offered at the local hospitals.
Subject Code: Continuing Education, Education & Training, G.E.D. Program, Parent Education Services, Tutors, Volunteer Information/Services. ALZHEIMER'S ASSOCIATION, KANKAKEE AREA CHAPTER P. O. Box 377 (815) 936-0464 Kankakee, IL 60901 1-800-332-4495 Provides printed information, Speakers Bureau, library, quarterly newsletter, and counseling about Alzheimer's Disease and related disorders. Hours: 8:30 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. M-Th.
Subject Code: Abuse & Neglect (Elders), Elderly, Family Services, Speakers/Films. ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE SUPPORT GROUP 350 N. Wall St. (815) 935-3276 Kankakee, IL 60901 Meeting of caregivers that provides information about Alzheimer's disease, area services, methods of care, and opportunities to talk with others in similar situations. Meetings every 4th Monday, at 2:00 p.m. in Cafeteria Room A, and at 7:00 p.m. in the Education Department Auditorium of Riverside Medical Center.
Subject Code: Abuse & Neglect (Elders), Elderly, Support Groups. AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY (815) 485-9500 P. O. Box 308, 114 Church St. 1-800-892-4000 New Lenox, IL 60451 FAX (815) 485-3995 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 from cancer, and diminishing suffering from cancer through research, education, advocacy, and service. The work of the American Cancer Society is accomplished by more than two million volunteers who donate time and resources, with a relatively small professional staff to provide the organizational framework for this volunteer base. The Priority Activities listed are those which could have the greatest impact on cancer control: Anti-Tobacco, Nutrition Awareness, Skin Care Awareness, Breast Cancer Detection, Prostate Cancer Detection. Programs, Speakers, and videos are provided free of charge. Education and Patient Information and Referral are provided through the numbers listed. Special support groups are available for confirmed cancer patients and their family members. No fees. Hours: 9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Child Care, Children's Services, Continuing Education, Counseling Services, Death, Dying, & Bereavement, Disabilities, Education & Training, Elderly, Equipment, Family Services, Financial Assistance, Health and Medical Organizations, Medication, Parent Education Services, Speakers/Films, Transportation, and Volunteer Information/Services. AMERICAN CIVIL LIBERTIES UNION 1-800-572-1092 203 N. LaSalle St., Suite 1405 (312) 201-9740 Chicago, IL 60601 FAX (312) 201-9760 Provides advocacy for all persons whose legal rights have been violated. No fees. Hours: 9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Civil Rights, Legal Services.
AMERICAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION
6 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 1202 (312) 346-1805
Chicago, IL 60602 1-800-433-4966
FAX (312) 346-5342
The mission of the American Diabetes Association is to prevent and cure
diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. In
addition to funding diabetes research, the Association provides a variety of
patient, public, and professional education programs, support groups,
information and referral services, youth services, and camps for children with
diabetes. Hours: 9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. M-F. A local support group meets at
Riverside Medical Center, Cafeteria Room C, at 10:00 a.m. on the 2nd and
4th Thursdays of every month.
Subject Code: Advocacy, Education & Training, Health and Medical Organizations,
Speakers/Films, Volunteer Information/Services, Youth Services.
AMERICAN HEARING RESEARCH FOUNDATION
55 E. Washington St., Suite 2022 (312) 726-9670
Chicago, IL 60602 FAX (312) 726-9695
Our purposes are to provide support and medical research into the causes,
prevention, and cure of deafness, impaired hearing and balance disorders, and
to promote hearing health education. Hours: 8:30 a.m.- 3:30 p.m.
Subject Code: Deaf & Hearing Impaired.
AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION
2402 Windsor Pl. 1-800-824-5095
Champaign, IL 61820 (217) 352-6525
FAX (217) 352-9033
Offers educational programs on Cardiovascular Disease to the public and to
professional staff. Free literature is available. Films are available on a
loan basis to schools, business, and other interested organizations.
Hours: 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Health & Medical Organizations, Speakers/Films. AMERICAN LUNG ASSOCIATION P. O. Box 437 (815) 844-3480 Pontiac, IL 61764 Offers patient service, public health education, professional education and training, and research. Free programs include Smoking Prevention Program, available for 2nd, 4th, & 6th grades, and an Asthma Education Inservice for schoolteachers and for children and adults with asthma. Serves all age groups in Ford, Iroquois, Kankakee, Livingston, Vermilion, McLean, and Champaign counties. A few programs have an outlined fee. Hours 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Health & Medical Organizations. AMERICAN PARALYSIS ASSOCIATION 500 Morris Ave. 1-800-225-0292 Springfield, NJ 07081 National non-profit organization that supports research to find a cure for paralysis caused by spinal cord injury and other central nervous system disorders. Publishes 2 newsletters and fact sheets.
Subject Code: Health & Medical Organizations. AMERICAN PARKINSON DISEASE ASSOCIATION 1250 Hylan Blvd., Suite 4B 1-800-223-APDA Staten Island, NY 10305 (708) 657-5787 Provides information on Parkinson Disease and searches for cure through medical research. Serves any person, regardless of age, afflicted with Parkinson Disease. Produces educational booklets, sponsors support groups, has 57 information and referral centers and 90 chapters nationwide. No fee. Hours: 9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Health & Medical Organizations. AMERICAN RED CROSS Kankakee County Chapter 24-hr. Hotline (815) 933-2286 1432 S. 4th Ave. FAX (815) 933-2677 Kankakee, IL 60901 Maintains a team of trained volunteers that responds to all disasters in Kankakee County, and provides emergency food, clothing, and shelter for all disaster victims free of charge. Provides 24-hr. communication and financial assistance to all active duty military personnel and their families, as well as the National Guard, through a world-wide military communication system. Collects and processes blood and blood by-products for every resident of Kankakee County, to provide an adequate and safe blood supply. Teaches First Aid, CPR, Water Safety, and HIV/AIDS education to all residents of Kankakee County, and offers state of the art OSHA approved courses to county-wide places of business. The American Red Cross also offers a Speakers Bureau to any civic or community group in Kankakee County. Hours: 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: AIDS, Clothing & Household Goods, Disaster Services, Emergencies, Family Services, Finding Lost Members, First Aid, Food, Health Services, Housing (Emergency), Military Services, Safety, Speakers/Films, Veterans' Services. AMERICANA HEALTHCARE CENTER 900 W. River Place (815) 933-1711 Kankakee, IL 60901 FAX (815) 933-2065 Americana HealthCare Center, an affiliate of Manor HealthCare Corporation, is a 107-bed skilled nursing facility. Private and semi-private accommodations are available for short-term, following a hospital stay, respite, and long-term placement. Americana is Medicare certified and provides physical, speech, and occupational therapies. Specialized unit for those diagnosed with Alzheimer's or other related dementia. Accepts admissions 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Open visiting hours.
Subject Code: Elderly, Nursing Homes, Physical Therapy, Respite Care, Speech Therapy. ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION 475 W. Merchant St. (815) 937-2461 Kankakee, IL 60901 Provides patient and public information, education, counseling, loan of rehabilitation equipment, clinics, workshops, forums, speakers bureau, and support groups. Serves any person in Kankakee county; physician's consent may be necessary in some cases. No fees for any service except Self-Help Course ($15.00 to cover supplies). Hours: 1:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m. T & Th; M & W vary.
Subject Code: Disabilities, Education & Training, Elderly, Equipment, Genetic Counseling, Health & Medical Organizations, Health Services, Physical Fitness, Rehabilitation Services, Senior Citizens' Services, Speakers/Films, Support Groups. ARTHRITIS TREATMENT CENTER (Arthritis Foundation) St. Mary's Hospital - Out-Patient Dept. (815) 937-2461 500 W. Court St. Kankakee, IL 60901 Offers private examination and evaluation by board certified rheumatologist, Michael Ellman, M.D., of the University of Chicago Hospital. Appointments only. Referral from primary health care provider required for all new patients. Clinic Hours: 3rd Thursday of each month.
Subject Code: Health Services, Medication. ASBURY CHILD CARE CENTER 196 S. Harrison Ave. (815) 933-4749 Kankakee, IL 60901 Serves children 6 weeks to 12 years of age. Nursery School Sept-May 9:00 a.m.- 11:30 a.m. Latchkey program provides before- and after-school care (full time in summer). "Flexicare" (part-time) program for 3- and 4-year-olds. Licensed by the State of Illinois, open 6:30 a.m.- 5:30 p.m. M-F, 12 months a year.
Subject Code: Day Care (Child). ASTHMATIC CHILDREN'S AID 5875 N. Lincoln Ave. (312) 271-3110 Chicago, IL 60659 Obtains medical care and hospitalization for needy children. Finances research in asthma and allergy. Provides undergraduate scholarships in allergy for medical students and camp scholarships for asthmatic children. Serves children and young adults with asthma. No fees.
Subject Code: Children's Services, Health & Medical Organizations, Medical Assistance. AUNT MARTHA'S YOUTH SERVICE CENTER, INC. 187 S. Schuyler Ave., Room 420 24-hr. Hotline (815) 937-0100 Kankakee, IL 60901 FAX (815)937-0185 Accepts all youth and families in need of crisis intervention; independent living skills training; individual, family, and group counseling; and prevention of delinquency. Provides unified delinquency intervention, advocacy, linkage, and referral for Will and Kankakee County youth 12 to 18 years of age, through following programs: Comprehensive Community-Based Youth Services; Rural/Suburban Temporary Housing Project; Peers Empowering Peers; High Risk Pregnancy Intervention Services; Preparing for Adult Life; Project On Your Own; Unified Delinquency Intervention Services; Women's Enhancement Program; and Youth Enhancement Program. No fees. Office hours 9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Counseling Services, Housing (Emergency), Information & Referral,
Juvenile Delinquency, Women's Services, Youth Services.
AUTISM SOCIETY OF ILLINOIS
2200 S. Main St., Suite 317 (708) 691-1270
Lombard, IL 60148
Provides advocacy, Information and Referral, Family Support, Inservice Training,
Training Workshops, Local Chapters, and Annual Conference for State of Illinois
residents. No fees. Hours 9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Family Services, Health & Medical Organizations, Information &
Referral.
AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
400 Seventh St., S.W. 1-800-424-9393
Washington, D.C. 20590
Provides information on motor vehicle safety recalls, safety defect
investigations, new car crash test results, and other safety topics. Takes
consumer complaints about possible safety defects. Assists when callers have
difficulty obtaining repair work for an existing safety recall. Literature
available. Operators on duty 8:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. Eastern time; answering
machine other times.
Subject Code: Consumer Education & Information.
BIRTHRIGHT OF KANKAKEE
395 E. Merchant St. (815) 937-5881
Kankakee, IL 60901
Birthright is an emergency pregnancy service operating a distress center for
girls and women with problem pregnancies. Phones are answered by women
volunteers who are trained to listen with sympathy and understanding. Staff
arrange pregnancy tests without charge; help find emergency or long-term
accommodations; provide medical, legal, and adoption information; help with job
placement; and supply maternity clothes, baby layettes, and furniture when
needed. Serves any woman with a difficult pregnancy. Source of income: group
or individual donations. Hours: 10:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. by appointment.
Subject Code: Adoption, Advocacy, Counseling Services, Infant Services,
Pregnancy & Family Planning, Teen Mothers, Women's Services.
BOURBONNAIS TERRACE
133 Mohawk Dr. (815) 937-4790
Bourbonnais, Il 60914 FAX (815) 937-9321
Residential nursing home that services the mentally ill. Provides counselling
services, 24-hr. nursing care, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and
restorative management for persons over the age of 19. Provides linkage with
day programming such as Thresholds. Accepts private pay, Medicaid, and V. A.
contracts.
Subject code: Mental Health, Nursing Homes, Residential Care.
BOURBONNAIS TOWNSHIP PARK DISTRICT
P. O. Box 103 (815) 933-9905
Bourbonnais, IL 60914 FAX (815) 933-5468
Parks and recreation organization providing year-round leisure services to
Bourbonnais Township and Illinois residents. Member of River Valley Special
Recreation Assn. Provides programs for all ages; some have minimum fees for
residents and non-residents. Office hours: 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. M-F.
Subject code: Continuing Education, Physical Fitness, Recreation, Recreation
(Disability), Senior Citizens' Services, Volunteer Information/Services,
Women's Services, Youth Services.
BOURBONNAIS TOWNSHIP SUPERVISOR
1350 Armour Rd. (815) 932-6422
Bourbonnais, IL 60914 FAX (815) 932-6478
Provides General Assistance (Financial and Medical Assistance) for the
indigent of Bourbonnais Township Eligibility is determined through application
procedures based on size of household and financial resources. Emergency Heat
Assistance Program is in effect Nov. 1 through April 15. Eligibility also
based on household income for the past 90 days prior to application. No fees.
Office hours: 8:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. M-Th; 8:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m. F.
Subject Code: Financial Assistance, Medical Assistance, Utility Assistance.
BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA, RAINBOW COUNCIL
2600 N. Winterbottom Rd. (815) 942-4450
Morris, IL 60450
Outdoor programs geared to ages of participants. Provides character
development, physical fitness, and citizenship training. Serves ages 7 through
18.
Subject Code: Recreation, Youth Services.
BRADLEY-BOURBONNAIS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
1375 Locke Dr. (815) 932-2222
Bourbonnais, IL 60914 FAX (815) 932-FAX4
Provides business oriented consumer information and referrals to Kankakee
County residents. No fees. Hours: 9:30 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Community Development, Consumer Education & Information, Finding
Lost Members, Information & Referral, Newcomer Information.
BRADLEY-BOURBONNAIS-ST. GEORGE SENIOR CITIZENS' CLUB
700 W. North St. (815) 937-3743
Bradley, IL 60915
Offers Senior Swim, sewing, crafts, activities, card games, luncheons, annual
picnic, and trips for Bourbonnais Township residents 55 and older. Meetings
are 1st Thursday of every month at 10:00 a.m. at the BBCHS Auditorium.
Dues $3.00 per year.
Subject Code: Recreation, Senior Citizens' Services.
BRADLEY HOUSE
136 S. Clinton Ave. (815) 939-2313
Bradley, IL 60915 FAX (815) 939-2835
Adult sheltered care facility for men and women with mental illness and a
history of state hospitalizations. 24-hr. supervised living in the community.
Subject Codes: Alcoholism & Substance Abuse, Counseling Services, Mental
Health, Residential Care, Sheltered Care Facilities.
BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
Riverside Medical Center
350 N. Wall St. (815) 933-9660
Kankakee, IL 60901
Offers emotional and educational support for breast cancer patients and their
families. Hours: 5:30 p.m.- 6:30 p.m., 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month.
Subject Code: Cancer, Support Groups, Women's Services.
CANCER INFORMATION SERVICE 1-800-4-CANCER
Provides information on cancer related topics, access to cancer clinical trials,
hospital referrals, and access to local cancer resources for Illinois residents.
No fees. Hours: 9:00 a.m.- 7:00 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Health Services, Information & Referral.
CANCER SUPPORT AND INFORMATION GROUP (815) 937-2120
Support group meets at 3:30 p.m. on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month, on
St. Mary's Hospital Oncology Unit, 3rd Floor West. Family members welcome.
Subject Code: Support Groups.
CATARACT SUPPORT GROUP
500 N. Wall St., Suite 300 (815) 932-2020
Kankakee, IL 60901 (815) 932-9696
Support Group meets at 10:30 a.m. on the 3rd Wednesday of each month.
Reservations are requested; please call above numbers. Free cataract and
glaucoma screening available from 8:30 a.m.- 10:30 a.m. preceding meeting.
Subject Code: Eye Care, Health Services, Support Groups.
CATHOLIC CHARITIES
657 E. Court St. (815) 933-7791
Kankakee, IL 60901 Senior Services (815) 932-1921
ADOPTION SERVICES--Provides assistance, assessment, and education on infant,
special needs, and international adoption. Supportive services include
Adoption Support Group and Adoptive Searches. (933-7791)
COMMODITIES PROGRAM--Coordinates the delivery and distribution of government
surplus commodities to 24 sites in Kankakee and Iroquois counties. (933-7791)
COUNSELING SERVICES--Provides family, individual, marriage, and pre-marriage
counseling services. Fees based on a sliding-fee scale. (933-7791)
DAYBREAK Transitional Housing--Staff assists churches in providing housing and
supportive services to homeless families in order to help them return to
permanent housing and a quality of life that sustains their family's needs.
Applicants must be referred by an area service agency or church. (933-7791)
ELDER ABUSE AND NEGLECT PROGRAM--Skilled caseworkers investigate and intervene
in cases of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of older persons living in a
non-institutional setting. With a focus on empowering the older person to
exercise his/her right to self-determination, the caseworker helps the senior
analyze the problems and seek ways to stop the abuse. (1-800-77-ABUSE)
EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE--Needs assessment, information and referral, and limited
financial assistance are available to individuals and families experiencing a
crisis in meeting their basic needs. (933-7791)
FOSTER CARE SERVICES--Provides a family home environment for children who have
been removed due to neglect, abuse, or family crisis. Provides ongoing
training and consultation for effective foster parenting, and typically a
monthly board payment and a medical card to help cover the child's expenses and
medical treatment.
HOMELESS PREVENTION/RENT ASSISTANCE--Assists qualified individuals and families
with one month's rent or mortgage payment to prevent eviction/homelessness.
Program limited to availability of FEMA funds. (933-7791)
MATERNITY SERVICES--Free, confidential counseling by professionally trained
staff to help explore options of parenting or adoption. Counseling for
birthfathers as well as both families. (933-7791)
NURSING HOME OMBUDSMAN PROGRAM--The sub-state Ombudsman is the advocate for
older persons living in licensed long-term care facilities. The Ombudsman
assists with problem resolution, access to needed resources, education of the
resident and her/his family about residents' rights and advocacy efforts.
(932-1921)
REFUGEE ASSISTANCE--Provides assistance to refugees who resettle in the United
States by working with sponsoring relatives or churches to meet health,
employment, education, and housing needs. (933-7791)
RETIRED SENIOR VOLUNTEER PROGRAM--R.S.V.P. offers a wide range of volunteer
opportunities for seniors of Kankakee and Iroquois counties. Services may
include telephone reassurance, clerical work, or meal preparation that seniors
perform for various social service agencies in the area. (932-1947)
SENIOR CASE MANAGEMENT SERVICES--Case Management is offered to frail older
adults and their families to help assess the need for care and coordinate an
overall plan of services to maximize that older person's independence in the
home. The Case Manager will assist the senior and his/her family in looking at
such important areas as: living arrangements; medical care and supervision;
housecleaning and maintenance; personal care assistance; nutrition;
transportation, and financial needs. The Case Manager monitors the care plan
with the older person over months and even years, with changes as needed.
(933-1791)
SENIOR COMPANION PROGRAM--Active, giving seniors visit their frailer, more
isolated peers in the home to offer friendship and encouragement. In addition
to the positive benefit of giving and sharing with others, the Senior Companion
benefits economically with the payment of an hourly stipend to supplement their
low income. Serves Kankakee and Iroquois counties. (933-7791)
SENIOR INFORMATION AND ASSISTANCE--Clearinghouse for information about the many
services and benefits available to older adults. Information may be given
either by phone or in a home visit. Assists clients to obtain needed benefits
and provide advocacy on behalf of the client. Includes intervening with an
agency on a client's behalf. (933-1921)
Hours: 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Abuse & Neglect (Elders), Adoption, Children's Services,
Counseling Services, Crisis Intervention, Day Care (Adult), Elderly,
Emergencies, Emotional Problems, Family Services, Food, Foster Care, Household
Goods, Housing (Emergency), Housing Assistance, Medication, Nursing Homes,
Pregnancy and Family Planning, Protective Services, Respite Care, Senior
Citizens' Services, Teen Mothers, Volunteer Information/Services.
C.C.U.A.A. (Concerned Citizens United Against Alcoholism)
201 S. Gordon Ave. (815) 932-8828
Kankakee, IL 60901
Supervised recovery program for persons who need a temporary place to live
while recovering from substance abuse.
Subject Code: Alcoholism & Substance Abuse, Residential Care.
CFIDS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA, INC.
Chronic Fatigue and Immune Dysfunction Syndrome 1-800-44-CFIDS
P. O. Box 220398 1-900-896-CFID
Charlotte, NC 28222-0398 FAX (704) 365-9755
Nation's leading non-profit organization dedicated to conquering chronic
fatigue and immune dysfunction syndrome (CFIDS), also known as chronic fatigue
syndrome. Provides educational information and referral services to persons
with CFIDS, funds medical research, and advocates for a unified and committed
response to CFIDS from the federal government.
Subject Code: Advocacy, Health & Medical Organizations, Information & Referral.
CH.A.D.D.
Children and Adults with Attention Deficit Disorder
895 S. Washington Ave. (815) 932-0623
Kankakee, IL 60901
Provides parents support for their child with Attention Deficit Disorder.
Group meets at 7:00 p.m. on the 3rd Thursday of each month, from September
through May, to hear a speaker or to talk as a group. Group has an inservice
program for schools and a reference library for parents to use. Kankakee Area
CH.A.D.D. is a chapter of the national CH.A.D.D., 499 N.W. 70th Ave, Suite 308,
Plantation FL, 33317. Phone (305) 587-3700.
Subject Code: Advocacy, Children's Services, Consumer Education & Information,
Continuing Education, Education & Training, Emotional Problems, Parent
Education Services, Support Groups.
CHILD ABUSE HOTLINE
406 E. Monroe St. 24-hr. Hotline 1-800-25-ABUSE
Springfield, IL 62701 1-800-252-2873
Takes reports of suspected abuse/neglect of children up to 18, which will be
referred to local DCFS office for investigation. Also offers families referrals
to child welfare services.
Subject Code: Abuse & Neglect (Children), Adoption, Child Abuse & Neglect,
Child Care, Day Care (Child), Family Services, Foster Care, Protective Services.
CHILD FIND OF AMERICA, INC.
P. O. Box 277 (914) 255-1848
7 Innis Ave. 24-Hr. Voice Mail: 1-800-I-AM-LOST (Location)
New Paltz, NY 12561 1-800-A-WAY-OUT (Mediation)
Brings missing children home. Prevents child abduction and locates missing
children through investigation, photo distribution, mediation, and public
information, at no fee. National and international service. Office hours:
9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m., M-F, Eastern time. Toll free numbers answered 24 hours
a day, 7 days a week, on voice mail.
Subject Code: Children's Services, Finding Lost Members, Youth Services.
CHILDHOOD TRAUMA TREATMENT PROGRAM
345 Manor Ct. (708) 739-0491
Bolingbrook, IL 60440
Treats children and adults who have been sexually abused, and their families.
Evaluates and treats child molesters. Accepts insurance or private pay.
Office hours by appointment only; evening and weekend hours available.
Subject Code: Abuse & Neglect (Children), Child Abuse & Neglect, Counseling
Services, Family Services, Offenders & Ex-Offenders, Psychiatric Evaluation,
Youth Services.
CHILD SUPPORT ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM
P. O. Box 19405 1-800-447-4278
Springfield, IL 62794
Provides information regarding child support, and assists custodial parents
not receiving Public Aid to obtain court-ordered child support. Call toll-free
number to begin application process.
Subject Code: Children's Services, Divorce, Family Services, Financial
Assistance, Legal Services, Women's Services.
CHILDREN'S HOME AND AID SOCIETY OF ILLINOIS
187 S. Schuyler Ave., Suite 320 (815) 932-4446
Kankakee, IL 60901
Provides intensive clinical and social services for children age 0 to 12 years
and their families, under contract with State of Illinois Department of
Children and Family Services. Kankakee County residents are served upon
referral from DCFS. Office hours: 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. M-F; 24-hr. answering
service.
Subject Code: Abuse & Neglect (Children), Child Abuse & Neglect, Children's
Services, Counseling Services, Family Services.
CHRISTIAN FAMILY MINISTRIES
Lamb's Fold Maternity Home (815) 723-5262
Light House Extension (815) 723-7140
359-361 Union St.
Joliet, IL 60433
"...and shall gently lead those that are with young." Isaiah 40:11
LAMB'S FOLD MATERNITY HOME offers housing which includes food, clothing, and
shelter, for pregnant women over 18 years of age. Offers programs outside the
home such as prenatal care, and church. Provides an in-house program that
focuses on independent living skills and spiritual growth. Provides counseling
for the residents and encouragement to improve their communicative skills in
dealing with other people. Fee is based on a sliding pay-as-able scale.
Director is in office 9:30 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. M-Th; at other hours a responsible
adult remains in the house. Many volunteers add their presence, help, and love
to meet each girl's need.
"..send forth light!" Psalm 43:3
LIGHT HOUSE EXTENSION provides housing, food, some transportation for women
while finishing their G.E.D., Vocational, or college classes. Day Care
provided on premises for Moms while in school. Twelve Step program for
Christians, and parenting classes also provided. Spiritual growth emphasized
along with a beautiful, warm homey atmosphere.
Subject Code: Clothing & Household Goods, Continuing Education, Counseling
Services, Day Care (Child), Food, Housing (Emergency), Parent Education
Services, Residential Care, Teen Mothers, Women's Services.
CITY OF KANKAKEE SENIOR SERVICES
385 E. Oak St. (815) 937-4950
Kankakee, IL 60901
Offers jobs to seniors 55 years of age and over at minimum wage or above for
20 hours per week in community services or government offices. Applicants must
meet federal low-income guidelines. Available to seniors in Kankakee County
who are able to perform job assignments. Qualified applicants are also
eligible for free JTPA training. No fees. Office hours 9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.
M-F.
Subject Code: Employment Services, Senior Citizens' Services.
CITY OF KANKAKEE TAXIVAN PROGRAM
165 N. Schuyler Ave. (Application Office) (815) 936-7320
385 E. Oak St., Room 105 (Purchase Coupons) (815) 933-0437
Kankakee, IL 60901
Provides discount taxi-cab fares to elderly (aged 65 and over) and physically
handicapped persons residing within the city of Kankakee or the villages of
Bradley and Aroma Park. A participant's eligibility is determined by proof of
age (birth certificate, Medicare card, etc.) or proof of a physical handicap
(doctor's statement or apparent physical disability. Each eligible TaxiVan
participant is provided a photo I.D. at a cost of $1.00. I.D. cards can be
obtained at 165 N. Schuyler on the first Thursday of each month, from 9:30 to
11:00 a.m. Program participants may purchase, in person or by mail, a standard
booklet of 10 coupons for $5.00 with a redemption value of $2.50 per coupon,
per one-way trip.
Subject Code: Developmental Disabilities, Disabilities, Elderly, Senior
Citizens' Services, Transportation.
COALITION OF CITIZENS WITH DISABILITIES IN ILLINOIS
132 Kristina Dr. (815) 937-9934
Bourbonnais, IL 60914 1-800-433-8848
Provides people with disabilities, or others interested, with information and
referral and monthly programs. Teaches self-advocacy and promotes independence.
Speakers Bureau available. Support Group meets at 6:00 p.m. on the 2nd
Wednesday of each month, at Riverside Medical Center, Cafeteria Room C.
Subject Code: Developmental Disabilities, Information & Referral,
Speakers/Films, Support Groups.
CO-DEPENDENTS ANONYMOUS (CODA) (815) 427-8433
Co-Dependents Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their
experience, strength, and hope that they may help others recover from
co-dependency. The only requirement of membership is a desire to maintain
functional relationships. The meetings are twelve-step based and are fully
self-supporting. Meetings are held at 7:30 p.m. every Monday at College
Church of the Nazarene, 200 University Ave. (Room 203), in Bourbonnais.
Subject Code: Emotional Problems, Support Groups.
CORPORATE ANGEL NETWORK, INC.
Building One, Westchester County Airport (914) 328-1313
White Plains, NY 10604
Arranges free air transportation, using available seats on corporate jets being
flown on business trips, to or from recognized cancer treatment, consultation,
or check-up. Eligible persons include any cancer patient, regardless of
financial need, who is able to walk up steps of the plane and does not need
life support systems or special services, and a companion if space permits.
No fees. Office hours 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. M-F; answering machine at other
times.
Subject Code: Cancer, Transportation.
C.R.A.F.T., INC. (CENTER FOR RE-CREATION & FAMILY TRAINING)
P. O. Box 231 (815) 944-5416
Hopkins Park, IL 60944
C.R.A.F.T. sponsors three main programs:
STUDENT ADOPTION PROGRAM provides financial, academic, vocational, and
spiritual support for Pembroke area college students.
EAGLES PROGRAM provides mentoring for Pembroke Elementary School District young
men in 6th-8th grades. C.R.A.F.T. ACT II is a resale shop located in the
Pembroke community which provides clothing and household goods for the area.
It is located at 2961 S. 13000 E. Rd., St. Anne, IL. The resale shop is open
on Fridays and Saturdays, 9:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m.
Subject Code: Clothing & Household Goods, Education & Training, Financial
Assistance, Youth Services.
CRIME VICTIMS ASSISTANCE CENTER (815) 932-0999
(See Victims Assistance Center, The) FAX (815) 936-3616
DIABETIC SUPPORT GROUP (815) 93-LEARN
Support group meets at 10:00 a.m. on 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month, at
Riverside Medical Center, Cafeteria Room C.
Subject Code: Support Groups.
DIVISION OF SPECIALIZED CARE FOR CHILDREN
Champaign Regional Office (217) 333-6528
2125 S. First St.
Champaign, IL 61820
Provides medical care and related habilitative services to persons under 21
years of age who come within the division's criteria of eligibility, including:
orthopedic-neurological-organic speech and hearing disorders; rheumatic fever
and heart disorders; congenital heart anomalies; congenital or acquired
disfigurements amenable to plastic surgery; cystic fibrosis; phenylketonuria;
hemophilia, and congenital hypothyroidism. Services include: general clinics
for diagnosis; special clinics for heart disorders and cerebral palsy;
hospitalization; surgery; convalescent care; physical and/or occupational
therapy; speech correction; braces, appliances, and other assistive devices.
Operates through a field staff of public health nurses, medical social workers,
and speech consultants. Utilizes existing local medical, hospital, public
health nursing, and other therapeutic facilities. Cooperates with community
groups in conducting clinics and arrangements for further care. A service of
the University of Illinois for children ages 0-21. Fees by a sliding scale.
Hours 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Children's Services, Disabilities, Health Services, Medical
Assistance, Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy, Youth Services.
DUANE DEAN PREVENTION & RECOVERY CENTER
700 E. Court St. (815) 939-0125
Kankakee, IL 60901-4131 FAX (815) 939-1249
Outpatient drug and alcohol facility that provides assessments, treatment, drug
testing, prevention education, and referrals to adults and adolescents;
Methadone maintenance and detoxification; DUI treatment; Alternative to
Suspension. Serves all of Kankakee and surrounding counties. Sliding fee
scale. Medicaid and other insurance accepted. Office hours: 7:00 a.m.- 7:00
p.m. M-Th, 7:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. F.
Subject code: AIDS, Alcoholism & Substance Abuse, Youth Services.
E.A.G.L.E. (Emergency Assistance Group Learning Exchange)
135 N. Schuyler Ave. (815) 937-8489
Kankakee, IL 60901 FAX (815) 937-3655
Meeting of representatives of emergency assistance agencies to share information
and resources and develop referral systems. Providers only. Meets 1st Thursday
of each month, at 10:00 a.m. in the Boardroom at Riverside Medical Center.
Subject Code: Information and Referral.
EASTER SEAL SOCIETY OF MID-EASTERN ILLINOIS, INC.
895 S. Washington Ave. (815) 932-0623
Kankakee, IL 60901 (Voice and TDD)
Provides Speech Therapy, Summer Speech Services for Children, Stroke Club
Support Group and Exercise Class, Summer Camp Scholarships, Equipment Loan
including walkers, wheelchairs, communication devices, etc., Lekotek Play
Intervention and Toy Lending Library, Computer Resource, Special KARS (Kids
Are Riding Safe--car seat loan for children with disabilities), Play
Consultation and Toy Lending for classroom teachers and students, home visits.
Serves citizens of Kankakee, Iroquois, Ford, Livingston, and Vermilion Counties.
Sliding fee for service based on income. Hours 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. (Closed
12 noon - 1:00 p.m.; other hours by appointment.)
Subject Code: Autism, Blind & Visually Impaired, Children's Services, Deaf &
Hearing Impaired, Developmental Disabilities, Disabilities, Elderly, Equipment,
Family Services, Health Services, Infant Services, Literacy, Recreation
(Disability), Speakers/Films, Speech Therapy, Support Groups, Youth Services.
ENERGY HOTLINE
620 E. Adams St., 4th Floor 1-800-252-8643
Springfield, IL 62701
Provides referrals to local agencies that administer low-income energy
assistance programs, which help with gas and electric bills and home
weatherization. Hours: 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Housing Assistance, Utility Assistance.
EPILEPSY FOUNDATION OF GREATER CHICAGO
20 E. Jackson St., Suite 1300 (312) 939-8622
Chicago, IL 60604 FAX (312) 939-0391
Provides Information and Referral, Individual and Family Counseling, Vocational
Counseling and Job Seeking Skills, Coordination of Self-Help Groups, Client
Advocacy, and Community Education. Serves any person diagnosed as having
epilepsy. No fees. Hours: 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Children's Services, Counseling Services, Developmental
Disabilities, Disabilities, Education & Training (Employment), Employment
Services, Family Services, Health & Medical Organizations, Information &
Referral, Support Groups.
FAMILIES ANONYMOUS 1-800-736-9805
(815) 937-1021
Independent, support organization designed to help the family of the drug or
alcohol abuser (similar to Al-Anon), however, it is not for the drug abuser.
Planned self-help program for anyone affected by alcohol or drug abuse and
related behavioral problems of a relative or friend. No last names are used.
No fees. Groups hold weekly meetings in Kankakee on Monday at 7:30 p.m. at
Riverside Medical Center, Cafeteria Room D, and in Manteno on Wednesday at
8:00 p.m. at the Riverside Resolve Center.
Subject Code: Support Groups.
FAMILY REUNIFICATION SERVICES, INC.
P. O. Box 926 (815) 937-5683
Kankakee, IL 60901 (815) 932-0437
Serves high risk dysfunctional youth and their families with special emphasis
on the needs of the minority male. Program components include: 1) RE-ENTRY of
the youth/young adult offender back into the community, 2) PARENTING to build
parent/child relationships, 3) COUNSELING to assist in maintaining family unity
4) YOUTH LEADERSHIP and RESPONSIBILITY DEVELOPMENT to increase responsibility
to self, family, and community and prepare minority males to function as
responsible leaders in their community, 5) EDUCATION and EMPLOYMENT to assist
in preparation for job placement and 6) HEALTH EDUCATION and AWARENESS to
encourage safe health practices. We believe in the "Shared Client" concept;
there is no agency which within itself is able to meet all the many needs of
the minority male population. With this concept in mind, FAMILY REUNIFICATION
SERVICES, INC. has elicited the support of more than 20 sister agencies
specializing in health and social welfare as well as support of law enforcement
officials, probation and parole officers, district judges and concerned
community leaders who have come together as a coalition to address ways that
we can break barriers that inhibit us from effectively and efficiently serving
this population. Our objective is to service at-risk, difficult to reach,
dysfunctional families by giving them the skills to reunite and maintain a
family that will be able to make positive contributions to its members, home,
and community. Programs offered in male leadership and responsibility
development for all males including teen fathers. Hours: 10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.
M-F; Evening Hours: 6:00 p.m.- 8:00 p.m. T-Th.
Subject Code: Conflict Resolution, Crisis Intervention, Education & Training,
Education & Training (Employment), Family Services, Health Services,
Information & Referral, Juvenile Delinquency, Offenders & Ex-Offenders,
Parent Education Services, Prevention Services, Youth Services.
FARMERS HOME ADMINISTRATION
685 Larry Power Rd. (815) 937-3236
Bourbonnais, IL 60914
Provides loans for low-income homes, farm loans for repairs, and grants to
senior citizens to make their homes decent, safe, and sanitary. Serves U.S.
citizens, income eligible, in rural Kankakee County. No fees. Hours: 8:00
a.m.- 4:30 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Elderly, Financial Assistance, Housing Assistance, Senior
Citizens' Services.
FEDERAL INFORMATION CENTER 1-800-688-9889
Provides information for persons applying for jobs with the Federal government,
information concerning federal income taxes and forms, Social Security benefits,
Copyright forms and information, other government publications, Passport
information, and other information about federal agencies, programs, and
services.
Subject Code: Information & Referral
FIRST BAPTIST DAY CARE LEARNING CENTER
P. O. Box 183, Dixie Highway South (815) 472-2812
Momence, IL 60954
Serves hot lunches, two snacks daily, play time and pre-school program.
Non-sectarian, serves children 2 - 7 (must be potty trained) in Momence and
surrounding areas. Other services available. Fees: Full day $17.00; Half day
(includes lunch) $10.00; Pre-school program (8:30-11:30) $8.00; Latchkey $4.50.
Hours 6:30 a.m.- 5:30 p.m.
Subject Code: Child Care, Day Care (Child).
FIRST TASTE
(Sponsored through Kankakee School District 111)
710 N. Chicago Ave. (815) 935-7271
Kankakee, IL 60901
Family support program for families with 0-5 year old children who reside in
the Kankakee School District area. Child Development Specialists provide
parents with practical information and guidance in helping their children
develop skills that are essential to learning. Services include regularly
scheduled home visits, developmental screenings, group meetings for parents,
family activities and field trips, a drop-in center, and social work services.
Hours: 8:30 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. M-F.
Subject code: Children's Services, Family Services, Infant Services, Parent
Education Services.
FORTIN VILLA DAY CARE
615 S. Main St. (815) 932-8411
Bourbonnais, IL 60914
Provides full day care program for any child 2 1/2 to 6 years of age. Fees
$16.00/day for the first child, $14.00/day for the second child. Hours:
6:30 a.m.- 5:30 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Child Care, Day Care (Child).
FRANCES HOUSE, INC.
Chamness Square, 340 Heritage Dr., Bourbonnais (815) 932-2745
Collins Square, 145 S. Croswell, Bradley (815) 932-8668
Gravlin Square, 482 S. Schuyler Ave., Bradley (815) 933-1718
Each is a 16-bed residential facility designed to serve the needs of the
Developmentally Disabled. Classified as an Intermediate Care Facility and
licensed by the IL Dept. of Public Health, each facility offers individual
programs designed to enhance its residents' capabilities. Staff are on duty
24 hours a day, 7 days a week to serve residents' needs. Frances House
strives to meet the normalization concept in treating the developmentally
disabled. Residents must be diagnosed as being developmentally disabled, be
involved in a supervised day program, and live in the Kankakee County area.
Ages 18 - 65. Public Aid reimbursement. Office hours: 9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.
Subject Code: Developmental Disabilities, Residential Care.
GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS Hotline (312) 346-1588
Offers help for persons who are compulsive gamblers and family members.
Meetings in Chicago and suburban locations, including Joliet. Kankakee meeting
for gamblers only, Riverside Medical Center, 350 N. Wall St., from 7:00 to
9:00 p.m. Thursdays. 24-hr. service. No fees.
Subject Code: Gambling, Support Groups.
GIRL SCOUTS OF AMERICA, TRAILWAYS COUNCIL
Trailways Girl Scout Council, Inc. (815) 723-3449
1533 Spencer Road
Joliet, IL 60433
Satellite office:
1432 S. Fourth Ave. (815) 933-9914
Kankakee, IL 60901
Program is a continuous adventure in learning that offers girls a broad range
of activities which address both their current interests and their future
roles as women. Through activities that stimulate self-discovery, they are
introduced to the excitement in the worlds of science, art, out-of-doors, and
people. Girls grow in self-confidence and skill. Through meaningful community
service they acquire understanding about themselves and others. Girl Scouting
is open to all girls ages 5 - 17 (or in grades K - 12) who subscribe to its
ideals as stated in the Girl Scout Promise and Law. No girl will be denied
because of race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, or socio-economic
status. There is a $6.00 annual membership fee for girls and adults. Troop
dues are decided by each individual troop.
Subject Code: Children's Services, Recreation, Youth Services.
GOOD SHEPHERD MANOR
P. O. Box 260 (815) 472-6492
Momence, IL 60954
Long term sheltered care and intermediate care facility and day training
program for ambulatory men, 18 years and over. Services available include
nursing, medical and dental care, speech, psychological, social work, education,
independent living skills training, recreation, vocational and developmental
training, and sheltered workshop. Office hours: 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.
Subject Code: Developmental Disabilities, Disabilities, Education & Training,
Health Services, Nursing Homes, Recreation (Disability), Residential Care,
Sheltered Care Facilities.
GOVERNOR'S OFFICE OF CITIZENS' ASSISTANCE 1-800-642-3112
100 W. Randolph St., 16th Floor (312) 814-2754
Chicago, IL 60601 Spanish Hotline (312) 814-2190
State government related information and referral. Mediator in consumer
matters. Serves any Illinois citizen. No fees. Hours: 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.
M-F.
Subject Code: Information & Referral.
GOVERNOR'S STATE UNIVERSITY
University Park, IL 60466 (708) 534-5000
Upper-division commuter university designed to 1) allow graduates of the area
community colleges access to baccalaureate study in a convenient location,
2) provide graduate education at the master's degree level, and 3) service
continuing education needs through off-campus instruction at numerous regional
sites. Some classes are offered in the Kankakee area.
Subject Code: Education & Training
GRIEF AND LOSS SUPPORT GROUP
P. O. Box 2418 (815) 932-2421
1900 W. Court St. FAX (815) 932-4719
Kankakee, IL 60901
Serves persons having experienced the death of an adult loved one: spouse,
parent, friend. Support Group meetings 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month,
7:00 p.m.- 8:30 p.m. Seminars offered in spring and fall. No fee. Office
Hours: 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. M-F, 8:00 a.m.- 12:00 noon Saturday.
Subject Code: Death, Dying, and Bereavement; Support Groups.
GROW INC., INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH MOVEMENT
1108 E. Court St. Field Rep. (815) 933-1534
Kankakee, IL 60901 Regional Rep. (312) 237-5308
Residential Coordinator (815) 933-6690
Weekly mutual help groups, Educational Program for Growth to Maturity and
Wholeness Network of Friendships and Community. Residential Rehabilitation
Program. Groups open to all--no fees. Residential: interview process.
Office hours 10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.
Subject Code: Consumer Education & Information, Emotional Problems, Mental
Health, Rehabilitation Services, Residential Care, Support Groups.
GUILD FOR THE BLIND
180 N. Michigan Ave. #1700 (312) 236-8569
Chicago, IL 60601-7463 FAX (312) 236-8128
Transcribes job, school, and recreational materials into Braille, large print,
and audio cassette. Free tape-lending library; devotional materials in Braille,
large print, and on audio cassette. "Phonotes"--daily recording of retail and
grocery store ads. Computer, Braille, and Tae Kwon Do instruction. Cook books
and hobby books in Braille, large print, and on audio cassette; seminars for
children and adults. Consumer Product Center--sensory and low vision aids
available at wholesale cost. Braillables--a series of children's books
designed to encourage Braille education, produced by the Guild in Braille and
large print. Hours: 8:30 a.m.- 6:30 p.m. M-Th; 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. F; 9:30
a.m.- 3:30 p.m. 2nd Saturday of each month.
Subject Code: Blind & Visually Impaired, Developmental Disabilities,
Disabilities, Education & Training.
FREDERIC C. HAMILTON FOUNDATION FOR BLIND CHILDREN
1084 N. Bush Ave. (815) 937-7286
Kankakee, IL 60901
Serves blind and partially sighted school-aged children (under the age of 18)
who are residents of Kankakee County. Provides eye care, medical treatment,
glasses, and special equipment at no fee on the recommendation of health
professionals, school nurses, or the Kankakee County Health Department.
Subject Code: Blind & Visually Impaired, Children's Services, Disabilities,
Eye Care.
HARBOR HOUSE 24-hr. Crisis line (815) 932-5800
Family Violence Services (answered by trained staff)
P. O. Box 1824 Kankakee office (815) 932-5814
Kankakee, IL 60901 Watseka office (815) 432-3500
Services are provided for adults and children in Kankakee and Iroquois counties
who are victims of Family Violence and Sexual Abuse, including: Emergency
shelter, Crisis intervention, 24-hr. Crisis line, Individual Counseling, Group
Counseling, Information and support with the Legal System, Help with other
Social Service agencies, Men's Education Group, Sexual Abuse Groups,
Transitional Housing. Referrals may be made by law enforcement, judicial
system, schools, churches, other agencies, or other individuals, and will be
screened for appropriateness. Also provides community education/public
speaking, and Resale Store (Watseka) to help support services. Services are
free (except for Abuser Treatment Group) and are all confidential. Hours:
9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Abuse & Neglect (Children), Abuse & Neglect (Women), Advocacy,
Child Abuse & Neglect, Children's Services, Consumer Education & Information,
Counseling Services, Court Services, Crime Victims, Emergencies, Family Services,
Housing (Emergency), Housing Assistance, Law Enforcement, Legal Services,
Offenders & Ex-Offenders, Parent Education Services, Rape & Sexual Assault,
Safety, Shelter, Speakers/Films, Support Groups, Volunteer Information/Services,
Women's Services, Youth Services.
HEAD INJURY SUPPORT GROUP (815) 935-7487
Support group for head injury survivors and their families, held at 2:00 p.m.
on the 2nd Sunday of each month, at Riverside Medical Center, Room 406.
Subject Code: Support Groups.
HEAD START
Kankakee School District 111 (815) 933-0773
710 N. Chicago Ave. FAX (815) 933-9981
Kankakee, IL 60901
Comprehensive Child Development Program including pre-school classes, parent
education, services to handicapped children, social services, health, and
nutrition. Federally funded to serve low-income children ages 3 - 5 and their
families in Kankakee County who meet eligibility requirements. Program's major
components are: developmentally appropriate curriculum, health (physical,
dental, mental, nutritional), social services, parent involvement, and services
to children with disabilities. Age and income verification required to
determine eligibility. Children with handicapping conditions are eligible
regardless of income. Classroom sessions are 3 1/2 hours, four days per week.
Home base option available. Breakfast, lunch, and snack served. At door
transportation provided for children and parents. Full menu of parent
activities/trainings offered. Central Office hours: 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
Enrollment information: 933-0686 and 933-0688.
Subject Code: Child Care, Children's Services, Continuing Education,
Developmental Disabilities, Disabilities, Education & Training, Family Services,
Parent Education Services.
HEARING AID HELPLINE
20361 Middlebelt Rd. 1-800-521-5247
Livonia, MI 48152
Provides a consumer kit on hearing aids, additional free literature, and lists
of resources for parents of children who are hearing impaired. Provides
information about hearing dogs and such assistive listening devices as visual
alerts and amplifiers for phone and TV. Hours: 9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Deaf & Hearing Impaired, Health & Medical Organizations, Health
Services.
HELEN WHEELER CENTER FOR COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH
275 E. Court St., Suite 102 (815) 939-3543
Kankakee, IL 60901 FAX (815) 939-3557
Provides out-patient and home-based psychiatric counseling, medication, marital
counseling, group therapy, play therapy, consultation, and community education
for any person who lives or works in Kankakee County. Sliding scale for fees.
Hours: 9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. TWF; 9:00 a.m.- 8:00 p.m. M & Th.
Subject Code: Children's Services, Counseling Services, Eating Disorders,
Emotional Problems, Family Services, Gambling, Mental Health, Parent Education
Services, Psychiatric Evaluation, Youth Services.
HOMICIDE SURVIVORS SUPPORT GROUP (815) 939-0469
Support group for surviving family and friends of murdered victims, meets at
7:30 p.m. on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at The Victims Assistance Center,
357 E. Chestnut St., Kankakee.
Subject code: Crime Victims.
HOSPICE OF KANKAKEE VALLEY
P. O. Box 202, 1015 N. Fifth Ave. (815) 939-4141
Kankakee, IL 60901 FAX (815) 939-1501
The typical Hospice patient has a terminal illness with a life expectancy of
six months or less, understands his condition and its implications, has a
friend or relative who can assume the role of primary caregiver in the home,
or resides in an area nursing home with a Hospice contract, has the consent of
his/her physician, and is a Kankakee County, Peotone/Beecher, or Clifton/Chebanse
resident. The Hospice Team of nurses, physicians, home health aides, volunteers,
clergy, bereavement counselors, and social workers 1) provide compassionate,
sensitive, hands-on care for dying people and their loved ones, 2) help
families learn how to manage pain and symptoms, and provide comfort,
3) furnishes 24-hr. on-call help of nurses and counselors, 4) supports the
family emotionally by helping family members and patients deal with any
unresolved issues and cope with feelings, 5) provides special bereavement
care for the family for up to 13 months, 6) reduces financial stress on the
family--accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance, serving all
regardless of ability to pay or background, 7) arranges for medical equipment,
medications, and medical services, 8) provides connections with community
service agencies. Public education services include literature on death and
grief, and a Speakers Bureau. No fee. Office hours: 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. M-
F; 24-hr. on-call.
Subject Code: Death, Dying, & Bereavement; Equipment, Family Services, Health
Services, Home Health Care Services, Information & Referral, Medical Assistance,
Medication, Speakers/Films.
HOWARD BROWN HEALTH CENTER
945 W. George St. (312) 871-5777
Chicago, IL 60657
Provides information, referral, and emotional support for AIDS-related
questions and concerns; HIV testing, and counseling. Services available to all
interested persons. PWAs (Persons With Aids) served free of charge.
Subject Code: AIDS, Information & Referral.
ILLINOIS ATTORNEY GENERAL
1012 N. 5th Ave. (815) 935-8500
Kankakee, IL 60901 FAX (815) 932-4690
Provides consumer protection; mediation; advocacy services for senior citizens,
disabled citizens, veterans, and consumers; Administration of the Crime Victims
Compensation Act; Legal representation of state officials and state agencies.
No fee. Hours: 8:45 a.m.- 4:45 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Consumer Education & Information, Court Services, Crime
Victims, Legal Services.
ILLINOIS CAUCUS FOR ADOLESCENT HEALTH
28 E. Jackson, Suite 610 (312) 427-4460
Chicago, IL 60604
Provides Speakers Bureau, training and technical assistance on pregnancy
prevention programs, support programs for teen parents, and choice of Family
Life curricula for schools. Fees depend on ability to pay; no charge for some
services. Hours 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Family Services, Parent Education Services, Pregnancy &
Family Planning, Speakers/Films, Teen Mothers, Youth Services.
ILLINOIS COALITION FOR COMMUNITY SERVICES
150 N. Schuyler Ave., Suite 8 (815) 933-3036
Kankakee, IL 60901 FAX (815) 933-3036
Addresses local community needs by assisting volunteer leaders in developing
grassroots committees of area residents, that coordinate a variety of programs
and activities to improve their neighborhoods. Community residents are
assisted to identify local leaders, organize a community committee, network
with other community committees, train committee members, write and tabulate a
community needs assessment, formulate short and long range goals and objectives,
develop and evaluate activities, recruit, retain, and recognize volunteers,
locate existing resources, apply for grants, gain publicity, and build a board
of directors.
Subject Code: Community Development.
ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILY SERVICES
301 N. Schuyler Ave. (815) 939-8140
Kankakee, IL 60901 24-hr Hotline 1-800-25-ABUSE
Serves Kankakee County and is authorized by the State of Illinois to provide
the following basic services for families with children under 18 years of age
where such are not otherwise provided by other public or volunteer agencies:
1) Protective service for children who are neglected, abused, exploited, or
cruelly treated.
2) Investigation of referrals of suspected abuse or neglect.
3) Foster care for children who cannot remain in their own or relative's home
through placement in licensed foster family homes or voluntary institutions,
or in group care homes or institutions operated by the Department.
4) Adoption services for children who need permanent homes.
5) Licensing services, authorized under the Child Care Act, for private and
local public care facilities, caring for children under 18 years of age,
including child welfare agencies, children's institutions, foster homes,
day care homes, day care centers, and adoptive homes.
6) Referrals for family counseling services to parents concerning child
behavior problems and parent-child relationships, sexual abuse counseling,
etc.
Hours: 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Abuse & Neglect (Children), Child Abuse & Neglect,
Children's Services, Infant Services, Parent Education Services, Protective
Services, Teen Mothers, Youth Services.
ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT SECURITY
255 N. Schuyler Ave. (815) 932-0035
Kankakee, IL 60901
Provides employment services for the jobless and under-employed. Special
programs for veterans, economically disadvantaged, disabled and handicapped,
youth and older workers, ex-offenders. Employment counseling and aptitude and
proficiency tests. Serves individuals filing for unemployment insurance
benefits and/or looking for work. No fee. Hours: 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Developmental Disabilities, Disabilities, Education &
Training (Employment), Elderly, Employment Services, Offenders &
Ex-Offenders, Senior Citizens' Services, Unemployment, Veterans' Services,
Youth Services.
ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RIGHTS
State of Illinois Center (312) 814-6200
100 W. Randolph St., Suite 10-100 TDD (312) 263-1579
Chicago, IL 60601
623 Stratton Office Building (217) 785-5100
Springfield, IL 62706 TDD (217) 785-5119
Receives and investigates charges of discrimination in employment, housing,
financial credit, public accommodations and sexual harassment in higher
education. It monitors the EEO/AA activities of state agencies and public
contractors. Staff members provide technical assistance to public and private
agencies, organizations, individuals, and groups. Following investigation of
charges the Department will determine whether or not there is substantial
evidence in the case. Further proceedings are conducted by the Illinois Human
Rights Commission. Serves any person in Illinois. No fee. Hours 8:30 a.m.-
5:00 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Advocacy, Legal Services.
ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC AID
Kankakee County Office (815) 939-4544
285 N. Schuyler Ave. Information Line 1-800-252-8635
Kankakee, IL 60901
Administers certain Federal-State Programs provided under Social Security Act
and Public Assistance Code of Illinois, for residents of Kankakee County.
1) Old Age Assistance Program provides in certain eligibility circumstances
supplemental financial assistance in conjunction with the Federal
Supplemental Security Income Program to needy persons 65 years and over.
2) Blind Assistance Program provides in certain eligibility circumstances
supplemental financial assistance in conjunction
with the Federal Supplemental Security Income Program to needy blind
persons.
3) Disability Assurance Program provides in certain eligibility circumstances
supplemental financial assistance in conjunction with the Federal
Supplemental Security Income Program to the state's seriously disabled
persons.
4) Aid to Families with Dependent Children (Aid to Dependent Children) Program
provides financial assistance and other services for needy families with
minor children through age 18, when family income is insufficient because
of unemployment, under-employment, or when the wage earner is lost through
death, long illness, imprisonment, divorce, separation, desertion, or
the unmarried state of the parents.
5) Medical Assistance Program under Title XIX of Social Security Act provides
medical care for all the above recipients and in addition, medical care for
persons who would qualify for one of the above four categories, except
that income is sufficient to meet regular living expenses but not the cost
of medical care, including preventive health care for children and
pre-natal and maternity benefits for pregnant women.
6) Qualified Medicare Beneficiary Program for low-income Medicare beneficiaries
which covers Medicare premiums and deductibles.
7) Provision of services as mandated by the Department under Title XX of the
Social Security Act.
8) Also in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Agriculture administers
the Food Stamp Program for recipients of both Public Aid and General
Assistance and for low-income households not receiving any form of
assistance. Hours: 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Blind & Visually Impaired, Children's Services, Clothing
& Household Goods, Developmental Disabilities, Disabilities, Elderly,
Emergencies, Family Services, Health Services, Housing Assistance, Infant
Services, Senior Citizens' Services, Teen Mothers, Unemployment, Women's
Services, Youth Services.
IDPH HELP ME GROW HOTLINE 1-800-545-2200
or 1-800-323-GROW
(217) 782-0554
Hotline assists Illinois residents with a variety of health and social services.
Currently there are 99 categories of service to which the hotline refers and/or
provides information:
ADOPTION
AIDS
ALCOHOLISM/DRUG ABUSE
BIRTH DEFECTS
CHILD ABUSE
CHILD CARE
CHILD SAFETY
CHILD SUPPORT
DENTAL
DISABILITIES
DISPLACED HOMEMAKER
DIV. SPECIALIZED CARE FOR
CHILDREN (DSCC)
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
EARLY CHILDHOOD
EARLY INTERVENTION
EDUCATION
EMERGENCY SERVICES
EMPLOYMENT SERVICES
FAMILY PLANNING
FINANCIAL AID
FOOD SUPPLEMENT (WIC)
FOOD SUPPLEMENT (MAC)
GANG PREVENTION
GENETICS
HEAD START
HEALTH/PHYSICIAN
REFERRAL
HEALTHY START
HEARING AIDS
HISPANIC
HOME HEALTH THERAPIES
HOUSING
IMMUNIZATIONS
INFANT HEALTH
INTERGENERATIONAL
INTERACTION
LEAD
LEGAL SERVICES
LEKOTEK CENTERS
LOCAL INTERAGENCY
COUNCIL
MALE RESPONSIBILITY
MATERNITY HOME/SCHOOL
MENTAL HEALTH/GENERAL
MENTAL HEALTH/SUICIDE
MULTIDISCIPLINARY CLINICS
MULTI-SERVICE AGENCY
NEWBORN SCREENING
NURSE/MIDWIFE
PARENTAL TRAINING/INFANTS
PARENT/CHILD/TEEN/MATE
COMMUNICATION
PARENTING
EDUCATION/SUPPORT
PARENTS ANONYMOUS
PERINATAL LINKAGE
PREGNANT/SUBSTANCE
ABUSE
PREKINDERGARTEN/ACADEMI
C FAILURE
PRENATAL
PREVENTION PROGRAM FOR
AT RISK
INFANTS/TODDLERS
RUNAWAY
SCHOOL/PEER PRESSURE
SEXUAL ASSAULT
SEXUALITY
SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED
DISEASES
SHELTER/DROP-IN
SHELTER/OVERNIGHT
SHELTER/TRANSITIONAL
SPECIAL EDUCATION
SPECIALTY CLINICS
STATE AGENCY
TERATOGEN SERVICES--
ENVIRONMENTAL OR
OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE
THERAPY CENTERS
WIC VENDORS & COMPLAINTS
Callers are offered appropriate services in their particular area.
Subject Code: Information & Referral Services.
ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF REHABILITATION SERVICES 1-800-275-3677
1780 W. Merchant St. (815) 939-4422
Kankakee, IL 60901 FAX (815) 939-4453
Provides rehabilitation services to severely disabled, physically or mentally
impaired citizens whose handicap is static and who, by reason of such
impairment, cannot obtain gainful employment. Our purpose is to enable the
handicapped person of employable age to become a self-supporting citizen.
Services offered are: diagnostic evaluation, vocational training, vocational
counseling, physical and mental restoration. A Rehabilitation Instructor is
available in the Bureau of Blind Services, to help individuals with adaptation
to vision loss, mobility, and training for new skills The department also
administers a Home Services Program. This service is designed for individuals
who are too severely disabled to receive vocational rehabilitation services and
institutionalization will be avoided if home health care, homemaker, or
chore/housekeeping services are received. Hours 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Blind & Visually Impaired, Developmental Disabilities,
Disabilities, Education & Training (Employment), Employment Services,
Home Health Care Services, Housekeeping Services, Rehabilitation Services.
ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE, TAXPAYER ASSISTANCE DIVISION
P. O. Box 19001 1-800-732-8866
Springfield, IL 62794-9001
Assists taxpayers, answers taxpayers' questions (sales, income, liquor,
cigarette, motor vehicle use, motor fuel, public utility, senior citizens'
property tax relief, pharmaceutical assistance for low-income senior and
disabled citizens, and bingo and charitable games taxes), or directs them to
proper sources of information. Hours: 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Consumer Education & Information, Information & Referral,
Medication, Senior Citizens' Services.
ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS' AFFAIRS
Knights of Columbus Building, 3rd Floor (815) 932-6524
187 S. Indiana Ave.
Kankakee, IL 60901
Assists all veterans, their next of kin and dependents in making claims with
the Veterans' Administration, and in making claims for hospitalization,
compensation, pension, education, insurance, burial allowance, cemetery
interment allowance, on-the-job training, apprenticeship training, clothing
allowance, car allowance, license plates for service-connected veterans, State
Military Scholarship, state and federal education benefits for war orphans,
entrance to Soldiers and Sailors Home for Veterans and/or widows, file claims
for tax relief for senior citizens and disabled veterans and widows. Notary
Public service, counseling and referral to various offices, power of attorney
for all veterans' organizations. Serves veterans, their widows or wives, and
children. No fee. Hours 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Clothing & Household Goods, Continuing
Education, Education & Training, Employment Services, Family Services,
Financial Assistance, Legal Services, Medical Assistance, Military Services,
Protective Services, Senior Citizens' Services, Veterans' Services.
ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT ON AGING
421 E. Capitol (217) 785-3356
Springfield, IL 62701 (Voice and TDD) 1-800-252-8966
Provides information and comprehensive services to seniors as the lead agency
of the aging network in Illinois. Such services include adult day care,
chore-homemaker, nutrition, transportation, employment, elder abuse and neglect
intervention, etc. Persons 60 or over qualify for all programs; 55 and over
for employment services. For certain programs there are no fees but for other
programs such as in-home care there is a sliding scale. Hours 8:00 a.m.-
5:00 p.m.
Subject Code: Abuse & Neglect (Elders), Day Care (Adult), Elderly,
Employment Services, Home Health Care Services, Housekeeping Services,
Nutrition & Wellness, Senior Citizens' Services.
ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT ON AGING, LONG TERM CARE OMBUDSMAN PROGRAM
421 E. Capitol Ave. 1-800-252-8966
Springfield, IL 62701 (217) 785-3143
Provides information to consumers about long term care facilities or benefits
related to long term care. Investigate and resolve problems encountered by
residents of licensed long term care facilities and their families, then works
to resolve the problem as the resident wishes. Service available to residents
of licensed long term care facilities, their relatives or friends, potential
long term care residents, previous long term care residents, members of a
community group or interested citizens concerned with improving long term care.
No fees. Hours: 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Abuse & Neglect (Elders), Elderly, Nursing Homes,
Residential Care, Senior Citizens' Services.
ILLINOIS EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY Hotline 1-800-782-7860
24-hour hotline refers emergency calls to the proper resources for action.
Deals with such problems as tornadoes, floods, toxic spills, public health
problems, and other major emergencies. Is NOT designed to handle problems
which can best be managed locally.
ILLINOIS HEALTH CARE COST CONTAINMENT COUNCIL
160 N. LaSalle, Suite 2 South (312) 793-1440
Chicago, IL 60601
4500 S. 6th St. Rd., Suite 215 (217) 786-7001
Springfield, IL 62703
Collects, analyzes, and disseminates data on hospital inpatient charges for all
ages in Illinois. This information is available to the public through Consumer
Guide and other publications. No fee. Hours 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Consumer Education & Information, Health Services, Hospitals.
ILLINOIS LAWYER REFERRAL SERVICE
424 S. Second St. (217) 525-5297
Springfield, IL 62701
Referral made to a lawyer charging a modest fee for initial interview. No
obligation beyond 1/2 hour conference and $15.00 fee for consultation. The fee
for any other service will be the amount agreed upon between client and lawyer.
Hours: 9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Legal Services.
ILLINOIS MIGRANT COUNCIL
28 E. Jackson St., 16th Floor (312) 663-1522
Chicago, IL 60604
120 E. Washington St. (815) 472-3914
Momence, IL 60954
Provides adult basic education, English as a Second Language, pre-vocational
programs, vocational training. Child care for participants in training only.
Emergency and relocation assistance, nutritional services, family counseling,
transportation, referrals and translation. Job development, job placement, and
on-the-job training. Referral to other training programs and direct or
indirect job placement. Hours: 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Counseling Services, Day Care (Child), Education & Training,
Education & Training (Employment), Emergencies, Employment Services, Family
Services, Nutrition & Wellness.
ILLINOIS RELAY SERVICE (800) 526-0857
TTY (800) 526-0844
Communications link between those using a teletypewriter (TTY) and those who
use a standard voice telephone, provided 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Communications Assistants are given the telephone number to be called and the
type of call to be made; then place the call, relaying the conversation between
voice and TTY. This service can be used for calls in Illinois only; long
distance carriers have national 800 relay numbers that may be used for
out-of-state calls. There are no charges for the relay service; regular
telephone rates apply between caller and person called. TTYs are loaned at no
charge by the Illinois Telecommunications Access Corporation to qualified
Illinois residents who are deaf, hard-of-hearing, or have a speech disability.
Subject Code: Deaf & Hearing Impaired, Disabilities.
ILLINOIS SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF BLINDNESS
407 S. Dearborn Ave., Suite 1000 (312) 922-8710
Chicago, IL 60605 FAX (312) 922-8713
Founded in 1916 to prevent needless blindness through information and education.
Provides general information in brochures about major eye diseases, eye care
and safety; publishes THE VISIONARY newsletter; presents in-classroom eye
safety programs and maintains the Illinois Eye Injury Registry. No fees.
Hours: 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Blind & Visually Impaired.
ILLINOIS VETERANS HOME AT MANTENO
1 Veterans Drive (815) 468-6581
Manteno, IL 60950
Provides skilled nursing care for qualified wartime veterans in north central
Illinois. Fees variable. Hours 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Elderly, Health Services, Nursing Homes, Residential Care,
Veterans' Services.
INDIAN OAKS ACADEMY (NEXUS, INC.)
P. O. Box 796 (815) 468-2300
Manteno, IL 60950 FAX (815) 468-2310
Provides residential treatment programs for children and adolescents with a
variety of presenting problems, primarily those who have been sexually
victimized, who are sexually reactive, or who are sexually aggressive. Youth
aged 9 through 19 are referred from several sources, including Illinois Dept.
of Children and Family Services, Illinois Dept. of Corrections, County
Probation Departments, and others. Services include diagnostic and assessment
services, therapies, chemical abuse counseling, vocational services,
consultation and training. Medicaid certified. Office hours: 7:00 a.m.-
7:00 p.m. M-F; 24-hour residence coverage.
Subject Code: Abuse & Neglect (Children), Children's Services, Residential
Care, Youth Services.
INTERFAITH SEWING GROUP
Asbury United Methodist Church
196 S. Harrison Ave. (815) 932-7504
Kankakee, IL 60901
Provides layettes for newborns and new clothing (no coats or shoes) for
Kankakee County children through eighth grade upon request from community
agencies and churches only. Holds workshops 1st Wednesday of month (Sept.-
June) 1:00 p.m.- 3:00 p.m.
Subject Code: Children's Services, Clothing & Household Goods, Infant
Services.
INTERNATIONAL ASSN. OF CANCER VICTORS AND FRIENDS, INC.
Box 347 (708) 780-6188
Riverside, IL 60546
Chapter Activities: 2nd Tuesday of month for symposia on non-toxic cancer
therapies. Counseling Ministry: warm, personal counseling and friendship from
chapter members. Mail Ministry: free information packets. Films, conventions,
publications, education, research, counseling service addressing all
degenerative diseases including cancer.
Subject Code: Counseling Services, Health Services, Information &
Referral, Speakers/Films.
INTOUCH - ILLINOIS NETWORK TO ORGANIZE THE UNDERSTANDING OF
COMMUNITY HEALTH
Regional Office of Education (815) 937-3940
189 E. Court St., Suite 600
Kankakee, IL 60901
Assists in the development of comprehensive prevention of alcohol, tobacco,
other drug use programs for schools and communities. Provides technical
assistance in Drug-Free alternatives, teacher/parent training and overall
prevention planning. Acts as a resource and referral source to schools and
communities in developing their prevention programs by utilizing existing
resources. Serves all ages--families, schools, communities, and business. No
fees. Office hours: 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. M-F; available for evening and
weekend engagements.
Subject Code: Alcoholism & Substance Abuse, Children's Services, Family
Services, Information & Referral, Parent Education Services, Prevention
Education, Youth Services
I-SEARCH
Illinois State Police (217) 782-6053
500 Iles Park Place, Suite 400 24 Hr Hotline 1-800-U-HELP-ME
Springfield, IL 62718 FAX (217) 785-2325
Statewide computer network to coordinate information about missing children.
Standardized child identification packet. Investigation of missing and
exploited children cases. Serves parents of missing, runaway, and abducted
children; law enforcement, social service and child welfare agencies. No fee.
24 hours a day.
Subject Code: Abuse & Neglect (Children), Child Abuse & Neglect,
Children's Services, Crime, Crime Victims.
JOB TRAINING PARTNERSHIP ACT / KCC
241 E. Court St. (815) 933-0338
Kankakee, IL 60901
Provides assessment tests, classroom training, workshops to teach job skills,
and updated listing of available jobs to individuals with low income levels and
those unemployed due to business closings or layoffs. High school dropouts,
mentally and physically handicapped, veterans, ex-offenders, and teen-age
parents may also qualify. No fees for eligible clients. Hours 8:00 a.m.-
5:00 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Community Development, Continuing Education, Counseling Services,
Developmental Disabilities, Disabilities, Education & Training, Education
& Training (Employment), Employment Services, English as a Second Language,
Financial Assistance, G.E.D. Program, Juvenile Delinquency, Literacy, Offenders
& Ex-Offenders, Support Groups, Teen Mothers, Unemployment, Veterans'
Services, Women's Services, Youth Services.
JUDSON FAMILY SERVICES
(A branch of Central Baptist Children's Home)
127 S. Schuyler Ave. (815) 932-1695
Kankakee, IL 60901-3807
Provides counseling, advocacy, case management, casework services to identified
abused/neglected children referred by the Department of Children and Family
Services. Serves children in and out of their homes, providing supportive
services and parenting education, as needed, in Kankakee County.
Hours: 9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. M-F; Hours available after 5:00 p.m. by
appointment.
Subject Code: Abuse & Neglect (Child), Child Abuse & Neglect,
Counseling Services, Parent Education Services.
JUNIOR LEAGUE OF KANKAKEE COUNTY
P. O. Box 365 (815) 937-0877
Kankakee, IL 60901
Part of an international organization of women committed to promoting
voluntarism and to improving the community through effective action and
leadership of trained volunteers. Purpose is educational and charitable,
reaching out to young women of all races, religions, and national origins who
demonstrate an interest in and commitment to voluntarism. The Junior League of
Kankakee County's main focus is on "Children at Risk." Projects
include the Neediest Children's Project where children from area schools are
clothed, and the Pledge for Life Project through which the Life Education
Center mobile unit is operated. The mobile unit is a high-tech educational
tool that teaches K-8 students about their bodies, nutrition, peer pressure,
etc., and helps them to make wise life style choices. The Volunteer
Recognition Luncheon honors area volunteers in seven categories; it is run in
conjunction with the United Way and the First American Bank. The JLK also
operates the Stone Barn, an historic building in downtown Kankakee, which is
available for rent for meetings or retreats. Hours M-W-F 9:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m.
Subject Code: Children's Services, Clothing & Household Goods, Nutrition
& Wellness, Women's Services, Volunteer Information/Services.
KANKAKEE AREA CAREER CENTER
4083 N. 1000 W. Rd. (815) 939-4971
Bourbonnais, IL 60914
Offers vocational training for job entry or preparation for advanced training
in the selected career field to students from participating high schools. KACC
is part of the Regional Vocational Program offered through the Kankakee Area
Regional Vocational Education System. Minimal lab fee. Hours 8:00 a.m.-
4:00 p.m.
Subject Code: Education & Training (Employment), Youth Services.
KANKAKEE AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
101 S. Schuyler Ave., P. O. Box 905 (815) 933-7721
Kankakee, IL 60901 FAX (815) 933-7675
Since 1904 members of the Kankakee Area Chamber of Commerce have worked
together to promote the business, economic, social, and environmental climate
of Kankakee County. The Chamber is directed by a Board of directors that is
composed of a varied cross-section of the many businesses and industries that
compose the economic base of the county. On a yearly basis, this Board defines
and initiates a "Program of Work" that they feel has the most
positive impact on the businesses that they represent. As a membership
organization, the Chamber has the dual roles of promoting their members as well
as being a key partner in advocating the community as a great place to live,
work, and play. The Chamber staff provides administrative services to the
Chamber committees and provides detailed information to the general public
through inquiries, as well as providing referral information about their
members. Hours: 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Information & Referral, Newcomer Information.
KANKAKEE AREA SPECIAL EDUCATION COOPERATIVE
One Stuart Drive (815) 939-3651
Kankakee, IL 60901 FAX (815) 939-7236
Offers psychology, social work, speech/language, occupational/physical therapy,
music therapy, audiologist, adaptive physical education, and teaching staff
providing services to students in the following programs: Educable Mentally
Handicapped, Learning Disabilities (both self-contained and resource),
Trainable Handicapped, Behavior Disorders, Hearing Impaired, Visually Impaired,
Multiple Handicapped, and Early Childhood, as well as pre-vocational services
to students in the High School Special Education programs. Serves any child,
age 3 through 21, who requires special education services. No fee.
Hours 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Autism, Blind & Visually Impaired, Children's Services,
Deaf & Hearing Impaired, Developmental Disabilities, Disabilities,
Education & Training, Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy, Youth Services.
KANKAKEE AREA TRANSIT SYSTEM
Community Development Agency
165 N. Schuyler Ave. (815) 933-0150
Kankakee, IL 60901
Bus service for residents of Kankakee area residents. Hours of operation
6:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m. M-F. Regular riders can wait on designated corners--route
and schedule available at above office. Seniors and physically challenged
persons may use the DIAL-A-RIDE service by telephoning 24 hours in advance.
Fare $1.00 each way.
Subject Code: Developmental Disabilities, Disabilities, Elderly, Senior
Citizens' Services, Transportation.
KANKAKEE AREA YOUTH FOR CHRIST, INC.
162 1/2 E. Court St., P. O. Box 2233 (815) 935-2020
Kankakee, IL 60901 FAX (815) 935-2226
Inter-denominational organization that provides positive Christian role models
for teenagers from the Kankakee County area, helping them grow mentally,
socially, physically, and spiritually through alternative activities: Weekly
Campus Life outreach meetings at public high schools; Weekly Leadership
Breakfast meetings at area high schools; Weekly Campus Life/J.V. meetings at
public junior high schools; and Youth Guidance/City Life Program for at-risk
or troubled teenagers. Hours: 8:30 a.m.- 3:00 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Abuse & Neglect (Children), AIDS, Alcoholism & Substance
Abuse, Community Development, Counseling Services, Divorce, Emotional Problems,
Juvenile Delinquency, Pregnancy & Family Planning, Rape & Sexual
Assault, Recreation, Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Speakers/Films, Support
Groups, Teen Mothers, Youth Services.
KANKAKEE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
P. O. Box 888, River Road (815) 933-0345
Kankakee, IL 60901
Associate Degree and Occupational Certificate Programs, Academic Counseling,
Student Financial Aid, Student Activities, Adult Literacy, Adult Basic
Education, GED Programs and Testing. Career Testing and Planning, Academic
Placement Testing, Job Placement Services, Customized Training for Local
Employers, Job Training and Partnership Act agent. Serves Kankakee County and
surrounding areas. Hours: 8:00 a.m.- 10:00 p.m. M-Th; 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. F.
Subject Code: Education & Training, Education & Training (Employment).
KANKAKEE COMMUNITY COLLEGE'S SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER
P. O. Box 888, River Road (815) 933-0376
Kankakee, IL 60901
Offers one-to-one confidential business counseling as well as workshops and
seminars on business education fundamentals such as: Business Start Up,
Sources of Financing, Selling to State and/or Federal Government, Bidding and
Estimating, Office or Plant Management, Credit and Collections, International
Trade, Market Research, Advertising and Sales Promotion, Record Keeping and
Accounting, Purchasing, Financial Statements, and Personnel. Also maintains
extensive library of business resources. Serves all residents of college
district who are business owners or people thinking about starting a business.
No fees for counseling. Hours 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Education & Training (Employment), Employment Services.
KANKAKEE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
150 N. Indiana Ave., P. O. Box 2278 (815) 933-3352
Kankakee, IL 60901 FAX (815) 933-4459
Facilitates and promotes the various governmental and civic organizations that
are addressing the social, economic, educational, and recreational needs of the
area with special emphasis on housing, job training, personal development,
health, and crime prevention. COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER, the formerIllinois
National Guard Armory, has been developed as a place where all community
members could come together and enjoy a variety of activities or sponsor
community action projects: basketball, T-ball, private wedding receptions,
community planning and development activities, worship services, and classes to
learn how to become successfully self-employed are a few of the current uses.
Rooms or the entire building are available for use by non-profit or private
organizations; call for information. MICRO-ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM is a
comprehensive training and technical assistance program designed to help low
and moderate income residents, minorities, at-risk youth, and public housing
residents become self-employed. Classes include Setting and Achieving Goals,
Creative Thinking and Problem Solving, Introduction to Entrepreneurship,
Resolving Differences, How to Listen Powerfully, Time Management, and
Self-Employment Training. AFTER SCHOOL COMMITTEE in a activity program for
at-risk youth, 6 to 16 years of age, held at the Community Resource Center.
Volunteers interact with children in the computer lab, field trips, crafts,
games, reading, and other activities. Activities are scheduled when school is
closed, dismissed early, or, as volunteers are available, after regular school
hours, providing a safe haven and an alternative to being on the streets. The
mission is to help youth of all backgrounds, particularly those from
disadvantaged circumstances, become aware of positive choices and alternatives
to gangs, drugs, crime, and public welfare, and to develop the qualities needed
to become responsible citizens and leaders. Office Hours: 9:00 a.m.-
5:00 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Children's Services, Community Development, Education &
Training (Employment), Recreation, Youth Services.
KANKAKEE COUNTY CIRCUIT COURT, ADULT PROBATION OFFICE
Criminal Justice Bldg., 470 E. Merchant St., Rm. 108 (815) 937-2970
Kankakee, IL 60901
Supervises all adults placed on probation by the Court in Kankakee County.
Also provides information and referral service. Supervises adult Restitution/
Public Service Work Program as well as Referral Service for adult probationers
seeking jobs, education, counseling, and other assistance. Offers Intensive
Probation Unit as alternative to imprisonment. Hours: 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
Subject Code: Court Services, Information & Referral, Law Enforcement,
Offenders & Ex-Offenders.
KANKAKEE COUNTY CIRCUIT COURT, JUVENILE PROBATION DEPT.
Criminal Justice Bldg, 470 E. Merchant St., Rm. 109 (815) 937-2955
Kankakee, IL 60901 FAX (815) 937-3933
Supervises and makes referrals for counseling and drug treatment for juveniles
placed on Court Supervision or Probation by the Court. Hours: 8:00 a.m.-
4:30 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Alcoholism & Substance Abuse, Court Services, Juvenile
Delinquency, Law Enforcement, Offenders & Ex-Offenders.
KANKAKEE COUNTY COMMUNITY SERVICES, INC.
341 N. St. Joseph Ave., P. O. Box 2216 (815) 933-7883
Kankakee, IL 60901 FAX (815) 933-0635
Private, not-for-profit Community Action Program/Agency, funded by federal and
state grants, and individual contributions. The programs operated by the
Agency are designed to help low-income individuals and families become
self-sufficient, such as:
1) Small business start-up or expansion loans at interest rates from 3% to 5%,
2) Scholarships ($500.00) for post-secondary education,
3) Transitional shelter for homeless families referred from Emergency Shelters,
4) Disaster relief--referrals from American Red Cross,
5) Emergency shelter and rent assistance,
6) Energy Assistance--assistance with residential heating,
7) Energy related budget counseling,
8) Weatherization assistance for residential renter/owners,
9) Certified Renters Program--education on tenants' rights and
responsibilities,
10) Senior Citizen Nutrition Program (See Silver Harvest Senior Nutrition
Program), and
11) Information and Referral. Serves Kankakee County residents who qualify
within the program guidelines.
No fees charged. Office hours 9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. M-F. Closed holidays.
Subject Code: Community Development, Disaster Services, Education &
Training, Emergencies, Financial Assistance, Housing (Emergency), Housing
Assistance, Information & Referral, Nutrition & Wellness, Senior
Citizens' Services, Utility Assistance.
KANKAKEE COUNTY COOPERATIVE EXTENSION SERVICE
189 E. Court St., Suite 300 (815) 939-8120
Kankakee, IL 60901 FAX (815) 939-8026
Off-campus branch of the University of Illinois with the goal of providing
county residents with the latest research-based information from the University
through informal workshops, brochures, newsletters, and the media. Subject
areas include: Consumer and Family Economics; Family Life Education;
Prevention Education; 4-H and Youth Development Education; Nutrition and
Wellness; Economic Development; Community Leadership and Volunteerism; Small
Business Management; Agriculture Production; Animal, Crop, and Farm Systems;
Farm Business Management and Marketing; Horticulture; Environment; and
Integrated Pest Management. Educators locally and from around the state
available to meet program needs. Master Gardeners, Master Food Preservers,
4-H Clubs, School Enrichment Programs, Community Child Care Conference, Home
Study Courses/Newsletters, Pesticide Applicator Training (PAT) are on-going
programs available. Hours: 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Community Development, Consumer Education & Information,
Education & Training, Environment, Family Services, Financial/Budget
Counseling, Nutrition & Wellness, Parent Education, Prevention Education,
Speakers/Films, Volunteer Information/Services, Youth Services.
KANKAKEE COUNTY CRIME STOPPERS, INC.
P. O. Box 1681 (815) 932-7463
Kankakee, IL 60901 (815) 937-3923
Program which involves the public, the media, and the police in the fight
against crime. It offers anonymity and cash rewards to persons who furnish
information leading to the arrest and the filing of criminal charges against
felony crime offenders and to the capture of fugitives. Maintains 24-hr.
hotline.
Subject Code: Abuse & Neglect (Children), Abuse & Neglect (Elders),
Abuse & Neglect (Women), Child Abuse & Neglect, Crime, Crime Victims,
Law Enforcement, Offenders & Ex-Offenders.
KANKAKEE COUNTY CRIME VICTIMS ASSISTANCE
470 E. Merchant St. (815) 937-8474
Kankakee, IL 60901 FAX (815) 937-3923
Helps victims of violent crimes and their families in filing claims under the
crime victim assistance program. Aid is for counseling and uninsured medical
care, not for loss of or damage to physical items or property. Serves Kankakee
County residents outside the city of Kankakee. Hours 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Abuse & Neglect, Counseling Services, Crime Victims, Medical
Assistance.
KANKAKEE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT (815) 937-3560
1115 Riverlane Drive FAX (815) 937-3568
Bradley, IL 60915 TDD (815) 937-8520
Provides Public Health Programs for Kankakee County residents. The following
clinical services are available: Child Health Clinic, Communicable Disease
Prevention and Surveillance, Cholesterol Screening, Hypertension Screening,
HIV/STD Counseling and Testing, HIV Case Management, Financial Assistance for
Pregnant Women, Health Works (Case Management), Healthy Moms Healthy Kids Case
Management, WIC, Immunizations, International Travel and Immunization, Lead
Screening and Case Management, Health Education, Vision and Hearing Screening
for pre-school and school age children, Fluoride Treatment and Dental Sealant
for qualified school age children, and the Local Interagency Council for 0-3
Early Intervention. The following environmental services are available:
Inspection and issuance of permits for food service establishments, and for
installation of water wells and private septic systems; Radon Gas Testing,
Solid Waste Disposal Investigation and Inspection, Vector Control,
Investigation of Nuisance Complaints, and Tanning Bed Inspections. Some
programs have state or federal income and need guidelines. Some services have
a nominal charge. No client is refused clinical services because of inability
to pay. Office hours: 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Advocacy, AIDS, Blind & Visually Impaired, Children's
Services, Communicable Diseases, Deaf & Hearing Impaired, Elderly,
Environmental Concerns, Financial Assistance, Health & Medical
Organizations, Health Services, Immunizations, Lead Screening, Medication,
Parent Education Services, Pregnancy & Family Planning, Sexually
Transmitted Diseases, Speakers/Films, Support Groups, Teen Mothers,
Transportation, Women's Services, Youth Services.
KANKAKEE COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY
P. O. Box 1289 24-hr. Hotline (815) 939-7125
340 N. Dearborn Ave Social Service Dept. (815) 935-0830
Kankakee, IL 60901 Section Eight Dept. (815) 933-9313
Provides housing for low-income families, handicapped, and elderly. No fee.
Hours: 9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Developmental Disabilities, Disabilities, Elderly, Housing
Assistance, Senior Citizens'
KANKAKEE COUNTY LOCAL INTERAGENCY COUNCIL (815) 937-3847
1115 Riverlane Dr. FAX (815) 937-3568
Bradley, IL 60915 TDD/TTY (815) 937-8520
An assembly of parents, 0-3 Early Intervention service providers, and other
interested persons and professionals, formed as a component of Public Law
87-680, Part H, and is under the guidance of the Illinois State Board of
Education. Its purpose is to establish a system which allows parents and
service providers to cooperate and collaborate as equal partners for the
maximum benefit of children with, or at risk for disabilities, and their
families. The Council serves as a forum to exchange information on early
intervention programs and to facilitate access to programming. Parent and
agency members meet monthly at the Kankakee County Health Department.
Subject Code: Children's Services, Disabilities, Information & Referral.
KANKAKEE COUNTY MENTAL HEALTH COUNCIL
P. O. Box 143 (815) 468-6124
Kankakee, IL 60901
Provides referral to agencies whose purpose is service to the mentally ill,
mentally retarded, and developmentally disabled. Coordinates these services
and educates the public on the services available. Brings together individuals
and agency groups to exchange information and promote awareness of the needs
and available services. Develops the interest of the general public in mental
health problems and how they are being handled in Kankakee County and elsewhere.
Information available free to all Kankakee County residents. Individual
membership $5.00, Agency membership $25.00 annually. Meetings are held at
12:00 noon on the 2nd Tuesday of each month from September through May, at
Riverside Medical Center, Cafeteria Room A.
Subject Code: Information & Referral.
KANKAKEE COUNTY PARATRANSIT SYSTEM
300 S. Forest Ave., P. O. Box 269 (815) 933-0150
Bradley, IL 60915
Transportation system for handicapped, elderly, and transportation-disadvantaged
persons. Serves persons living in rural Kankakee County. $3.00 round-trip
charge for Seniors. Hours: 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Developmental Disabilities, Disabilities, Senior Services.
KANKAKEE COUNTY SENIOR CITIZENS CENTER
657 E. Court St. (815) 937-5600
Kankakee, IL 60901
Offers social, educational, recreational activities, trips, and special events
for Senior Citizens (55 years of age or over) of Kankakee County and surrounding
areas. Dues: $8.00 per year--no other fees.
Hours: 11:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. MF, 9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. TWTh.
Subject Code: Elderly, Recreation, Senior Citizens' Services.
KANKAKEE COUNTY TRAINING CENTER FOR THE DISABLED, INC.
333 S. Schuyler Ave. (815) 932-4022
Bradley, IL 60915 FAX (815) 932-2131
The purpose of the Training Center is to provide development training for the
developmentally disabled adults and to mainstream them into the community.
Programs offered are Vocational Evaluation, Developmental Training I and II,
Regular Work, Job Placement, Supported Employment, Case Coordination, and
Residential (CILA and CSLA). Production services offered are collating,
sub-assembly, mail sorting and stuffing, shrink-wrapping, and recycling.
Office hours: 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. M-F.
Recycling Program is open from 8:00 a.m.- 12:00 noon, Saturdays only (except
holidays) at 333 S. Schuyler Ave., Bradley; and from 8:30 a.m.- 3:00 p.m. M-F
at 1360 E. Locust St, Kankakee.
Subject Code: Developmental Disabilities, Education & Training
(Employment), Employment Services, Environmental Concerns, Residential Care.
KANKAKEE COUNTY YOUTH INTERVENTION AGENCY
150 N. Schuyler Ave., Suite 10; P. O. Box 41
Kankakee, IL 60901 (815) 932-6648
Assists parents and children at risk of crisis situations through early
intervention. Promotes social and academic growth by working directly with
the family, teachers, law enforcement personnel, and community members to
eliminate obstacles that may hinder the development of social integration
skills, through counseling, home visits, tutoring, and supervised structured
activities. Office hours 9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. M-F, 9:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. Sat.
Subject Code: Children's Services, Crisis Intervention, Youth Services.
KANKAKEE FEDERATION OF LABOR
220 W. Court St. (815) 933-3452
Kankakee, IL 60901 (815) 932-6915
Serves all members of organized labor in Kankakee County, to promote leadership
and inform them on civic, state, and federal issues that may affect their jobs
and families. Acts as a referral agent in union and civic matters to any labor
person. No regular hours--answering machine picks up messages.
Subject Code: Employment Services.
KANKAKEE NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSING SERVICES, INC.
1006 E. Maple St. (815) 939-9700
Kankakee, IL 60901
Provides information, counseling and financial assistance for first-time
homebuyers in Kankakee County. Provides tool lending library offering small
power tools for home repairs to City of Kankakee residents. Offers
rehabilitation loans and technical assistance for current homeowners in Upper
Riverview area. Hours: 8:00 a.m.- 12:00 noon weekdays; other hours by
appointment.
Subject Code: Equipment, Housing Assistance.
KANKAKEE OSTOMY ASSOCIATION
P. O. Box 1641 (815) 937-0346
Kankakee, IL 60901 (815) 939-2763
Provides support to ostomy patients (Ostomates) and their families. No fees.
Subject Code: Education & Training, Support Groups, Volunteer
Information/Services.
KANKAKEE POLICE SOCIAL SERVICES
357 E. Chestnut St. (815) 933-0469
Kankakee, IL 60901 24-hr. Hotline (815) 933-0417
Provides crisis intervention and advocacy for victims of violent crimes
occurring in the city of Kankakee, from the time of victimization and
throughout the criminal justice system. Social Service referrals and some
emergency monetary assistance is also provided, e.g., for food and shelter for
homeless men. Intervention is offered in cases of suicide and suicide attempts.
Financial aid is provided for hospitalization and funeral expenses through the
Illinois Attorney General's Crime Victims Compensation Program. Provides
medical and emotional assistance as needed, as well as transportation to and
from court, and assistance in filing crime victim compensation claims, to
anyone in need of these services in the city of Kankakee. No fees.
Hours: 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
Subject code: Crime Victims.
KANKAKEE SCHOOL DISTRICT 111
240 Warren Ave. (815) 933-0779
Kankakee, IL 60901 FAX (815) 933-9981
Provides education for all students, ages 5-21, and individualized education
programs for students, ages 3-21, with the following exceptional
characteristics: visual disability, hearing disability, health impairment,
speech and/or language disability, specific learning disability,
behavior/emotional disability, mental disability, physical disability,
traumatic brain injury, autism, developmental delay (ages 3-5). Other
available services are home/hospital instruction, psychological services,
social work services, speech/language therapy, school health services,
occupational and physical therapy, parent education, assistive technology
services and devices, and rehabilitative counseling services, special
transportation, and guidance counseling. There is no fee for disability-
related services; school fees vary according to grade level. School offices
are open from 8:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Abuse & Neglect (Children), Autism, Blind & Visually
Impaired, Child Abuse & Neglect, Children's Services, Counseling Services,
Deaf & Hearing Impaired, Developmental Disabilities, Disabilities,
Education & Training, Emotional Problems, English as a Second Language,
Family Services, Health Services, Parent Education Services, Physical Therapy,
Speech Therapy, Support Groups, Youth Services.
KANKAKEE TERRACE NURSING HOME
100 Belle Aire (815) 939-0910
Bourbonnais, IL 60914
Residential facility providing specialized services for the mentally ill.
Accepts Private Pay; Medicaid. Office hours: 8:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Mental Health, Residential Care.
KANKAKEE TOWNSHIP
187 S. Schuyler Ave, Room 523 (815) 932-6317
Kankakee, IL 60901 FAX (815) 932-5152
Provides financial assistance to the needy of Kankakee Township ONLY. No fees.
Hours: 9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.
KANKAKEE VALLEY HELPMATES
St. Paul's Lutheran Church (815) 932-0312
1580 Butterfield Trail
Kankakee, IL 60901
Non-denominational support group for single, separated, divorced or widowed
persons residing in Kankakee and Iroquois Counties. Must be over 18. Meeting
every Monday night 8:00 p.m.
Subject Code: Support Groups.
KANKAKEE VALLEY HOMELESS COALITION, INC.
P. O. Box 1824 (815) 935-3556
Kankakee, IL 60901
Provides referrals, mentoring, education, and advocacy for the homeless and
those at risk of becoming homeless. No fees. Hours: 9:00 a.m.- 12:00 noon,
1:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Information & Referral.
KANKAKEE VALLEY PARK DISTRICT
Bird Park Office, 801 W. Station St. (815) 939-1311
Kankakee, IL 60901 FAX (815) 933-7338
Manages parks and provides recreational programs for residents of Kankakee and
Aroma townships. Individual program and service fees are charged. Office
hours: 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Children's Services, Elderly, Physical Fitness, Recreation,
Recreation (Disability), Senior Citizens' Services, Youth Services.
KC-CASA - KANKAKEE COUNTY CENTER AGAINST SEXUAL ASSAULT
657 E. Court St. 24 Hr. Crisis line: (815) 932-3322
Kankakee, IL 60901 (815) 932-7273, FAX (815) 932-7298
Provides comprehensive services to sexual assault/abuse victims and their
significant others. Individual, family, and group counseling is available,
along with a 24-hour crisis line that can provide support, empathy, information,
and/or referrals. Support and information is provided at the hospital during
evidence collection and further assistance is provided throughout any legal,
police, or court proceedings. Sexual Assault educational programming is
available for any age group, on the facts, statistics, and effects of sexual
assault/abuse/harassment, as well as on safety tips and concepts of prevention.
Support Groups offered include incest/sexual abuse support groups for child
survivors ages 10-13; for adolescent survivors ages 14-17; for adult survivors;
and a support group for parents of sexually abused children.
Hours: 8:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m. M, 8:00 a.m.- 7:00 p.m. TWTh,
8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. F.
Subject Code: Abuse & Neglect (Children), Abuse & Neglect (Elders),
Abuse & Neglect (Women), Advocacy, Child Abuse & Neglect, Children's
Services, Counseling Services, Court Services, Crime Victims, Education &
Training, Elderly, Emergencies, Parent Education Services, Rape & Sexual
Assault, Speakers/Films, Support Groups, Volunteer Information/Services,
Women's Services, Youth Services.
KCTO - KANKAKEE COUNTY TENANTS ORGANIZATION
380 N Wildwood Ave. (815) 939-7095
Kankakee, IL 60901
Promotes the rights and welfare of low income residents by providing them with
informational and technical assistance regarding policies, regulations, and
laws regarding housing matters. Also involved in various training and
empowerment activities serving all who are interested. Serves low income
residents, particularly those in public and subsidized housing.
Hours: 1:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Housing assistance.
KIDS SUPPORT KIDS
490 S. Cannon Ave. (815) 933-1186
Kankakee, IL 60901 (815) 935-0820
Support groups for children 3 to 18 years of age who have experienced the loss
of a parent, sibling, or other significant person through death. Provides
positive encouragement for the child to explore, understand, and accept his or
her feelings; to receive sensitive adult support while exploring and growing
through grief; and to share feelings, concerns, and insights with peers. No
fees. Offered in six weekly sessions in groups appropriate to the child's age
and loss relationship in an environment of play, stories, art, and personal
sharing.
Subject Code: Children's Services; Death, Dying, & Bereavement.
DR. KING ADULT EDUCATION CENTER
720 N. Greenwood Ave., P.O. Box 89 (815) 932-5426
1065 S. Washington Ave., P.O. Box 89 (815) 937-9199
Kankakee, IL 60901 FAX (815) 932-7934
Provides Adult Basic Education in math and reading, G.E.D. Preparation,
Tutoring, English as a Second Language (ESL) for the foreign born, and Job
Search Skills, for anyone over 17. Registration anytime. Job and personal
information and referral available. No fee. Hours: 9:00 a.m.- 7:00 p.m. M-Th,
9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. F.
Subject Code: Clothing & Household Goods, Consumer Education &
Information, Continuing Education, Employment Services, English as a Second
Language, G.E.D. Program, Information & Referral, Literacy, Parent
Education Services.
DR. KING EDUCATION CENTER, PARENTING PROJECTS (815) 937-9199
1065 S. Washington Ave., P.O. Box 89 (815) 937-1424
Kankakee, IL 60901 FAX (815) 932-7934
Provides:
1) Parent Training Initiative Classes, once a week for 8 weeks.
Free transportation and refreshments.
2) Child Abuse Prevention classes and workshops throughout the community.
3) Meld Young Moms (MYM)--weekly training and support for mothers up to
age 22. Groups meet throughout the county year round. Also, Young
Dads/Male Leadership weekly groups in cooperation with Family
Reunification Services.
4) Parent Support Groups--meetings for parents following classes. Serves
Kankakee County residents. Cooperating agencies: Kankakee Community
College, DCFS, and Healthy Moms/Healthy Kids.
Hours: 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Abuse & Neglect (Children), Abuse & Neglect (Women),
Child Abuse & Neglect, Continuing Education, Education & Training,
Foster Care, Parent Education Services, Prevention Education, Speakers/Films,
Support Groups, Teen Mothers, Transportation.
DR. KING EDUCATION CENTER, PRESCHOOL
747 E. Mulberry Ave. (815) 932-8571
Kankakee, IL 60901 FAX (815) 932-7934
Provides subsidized child care for low income parents who are working or going
to school. Licensed Preschool Program for children 2-7 years, from 6:45 a.m.
to 5:30 p.m., M-F, year round. $16.00 per day/subsidy for those who qualify.
Serves breakfast, lunch, and snack daily. Office Hours: 9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.
M-F.
Subject Code: Day Care (Child).
LALECHE LEAGUE 24-hr. Hotline 1-800-LALECHE
Monthly group support meetings. Discussions on:
1) Advantages of breastfeeding to mother and baby,
2) The art of breastfeeding and overcoming difficulties,
3) The Baby Arrives: the birthing process and family bonding, and
4) Nutrition and weaning.
A lending library is offered to members with information on nursing, nutrition,
pregnancy, working and nursing, job careers and related topics. Provides
international referral of doctors to answer medical questions on medication
for lactating and pregnant women. Supplies a bimonthly newsletter to members
with updates on current issues relating to breastfeeding, and success stories.
LaLeche League subscribes to every medical journal worldwide and catalogues
every breastfeeding article for League reference. Serves pregnant and
lactating women of any age residing in Kankakee County. $30.00 annual member
fee; no fee for phone consultation. 24 hour phone consultation available.
Subject Code: Health Services, Nutrition & Wellness, Pregnancy &
Family Planning.
LASTING IMPRESSIONS PRESCHOOL/DAYCARE
5061 W. Rt. 17 (815) 932-5781
Kankakee, IL 60901
Provides comprehensive preschool, daycare, kindergarten, and school-aged
programs with additional camps and field trips throughout the year for children
ages 2 yrs. - 12 yrs. living in Kankakee and Grundy Counties.
Hours: 6:30 a.m.- 5:45 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Child Care, Day Care (Child).
LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS
P. O. Box 974 (815) 427-8323
Kankakee, IL 60901
A non-partisan political organization, the League encourages the informed and
active participation of citizens in government and influences public policy
through education and advocacy. Membership open to all U. S. Citizens of
voting age.
Subject Code: Information & Referral.
LES TURNER AMYOTROPHIC LATERAL SCLEROSIS FOUNDATION
3325 W. Main St. (708) 679-3311
Skokie, IL 60076 FAX (708) 679-9109
Patient information for all ALS patients. The Les Turner ALS Foundation is a
publicly supported organization devoted to raising money for research into ALS,
increasing public awareness of the disease, dissemination of information, and
providing support services to ALS patients, their families and friends.
Offers support group meetings in Oakbrook and Skokie. Lois Insolia ALS Center
at Northwestern University Medical School assists patients and families;
medical professionals provide diagnostic, rehabilitative, and supportive
services.
Subject Code: Counseling Services; Death, Dying, & Bereavement;
Disabilities, Equipment, Genetic Counseling, Health & Medical Organizations,
Health Services, Home Health Care Services, Speech Therapy, Support Groups.
LEUKEMIA RESEARCH FOUNDATION
4761 W. Touhy (708) 480-1177
Northbrook, IL 60646
Conducts fund raising campaign for medical research about leukemia. Makes
grants to researchers for further study of the disease. Financial assistance
to leukemia patients when needed. Counseling for clients and families.
Community resource identification and referral. Client and family self-help
support groups. Public and professional education through literature and
seminar presentations. Financial assistance for client medical needs including
outpatient care, drugs, radiation therapy, and transportation.
Hours: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., M-F.
Subject Code: Cancer, Health & Medical Organizations, Information &
Referral, Medical Assistance.
LIFELINE
Riverside Medical Center (815) 933-1671 ext.4936
350 N. Wall St.
Kankakee, IL 60901-9975
Lifeline is a personal emergency response system that helps people who are
elderly or with disabilities, and considered to be at risk. Lifeline, an
electronic connection with Riverside's emergency response center, gives these
individuals access to emergency help at any time of the day or night, even when
they are unconscious, or are otherwise unable to use the phone. Subscribers
are charged $20.00 each month to cover the cost of operating and maintaining
the equipment.
Subject Code: Disabilities, Elderly, Emergencies, Safety.
LIVING ALTERNATIVES: "A Crisis Pregnancy Center"
70 Meadowview Center, Suite 215 (815) 933-2207
Kankakee, IL 60901
Offers free on-site pregnancy testing, information on pregnancy, abortion and
alternatives to abortion. Referrals for adoption, medical care, continuing
education, and/or other needed community services. Assistance in obtaining
housing for those who are homeless. Maternity and infant clothing available
at no charge. Post-abortion counseling available. All services are free and
confidential. In addition to the services provided to our clients, Living
Alternatives has video materials, pamphlets, and speakers which provide
information and instruction on abstinence, available for use with any group at
no cost.
Subject Code: Clothing & Household Goods, Counseling Services, Housing
Assistance, Information & Referral, Pregnancy & Family Planning,
Speakers/Films, Teen Mothers.
LUPUS FOUNDATION
P. O. Box 42812 1-800-2-LUPUS-2
Chicago, IL 60642-0812 FAX (312) 445-8254
Offers Newsletter, Educational meetings and seminars statewide, Medical
Referral List, Social Activities, LFA Membership, Research Grants. Free
information packets and free support groups statewide. Memberships $20.00
individual/$25.00 family (membership free if unable to pay).
Hours: 9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Health & Medical Organizations, Information & Referral.
MARCH OF DIMES
815 N. Larkin Ave., Suite B101 (815) 741-3518
Joliet, IL 60435
March of Dimes Birth Defect Foundation is a national voluntary health agency
whose mission is to prevent birth defects and infant mortality. Through
Campaign for Healthy Babies, funds and supports research, community services,
advocacy, and education. Promotes Development and Mobilization of Community
Resources. Offers research, public education and professional health education
grants programs. Referral services. Serves any person in Grundy, Kankakee,
Kendall, and Will Counties. No fees. Hours: 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Developmental Disabilities, Infant Services, Information &
Referral.
MEALS ON WHEELS
Riverside Medical Center
350 N. Wall St. (815) 935-7871
Kankakee, IL 60901
Noon-time hot meal home-delivered at physician's referral for elderly or
disabled residents of Kankakee, Bradley, or Bourbonnais. Cost $2.50 per meal.
Hours: 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
Subject Code: Disabilities, Food, Senior Citizens' Services.
MERKLE-KNIPPRATH & COUNTRYSIDE VILLAS
Nursing Facility & Apartment Community (815) 694-2306
East Clifton Road. - R. 1, Box 7-1A
Clifton, IL 60927
A nursing care facility and full-service apartment community.
Nursing Facility - semi-private accommodations.
Apartment Community - One- and two-bedroom units - meals, housekeeping and
linen services and all the conveniences of a home. Serves men and women,
usually 65 years and up. Those in local county given priority, all others
welcomed, based on space available. Daily rate is paid 30 days in advance.
Per diem is based on annual projected operating costs. Hours: 9:30 a.m.-
4:30 p.m.
Subject Code: Elderly, Nursing Homes, Residential Care.
MIDWEST COMMITTEE FOR MILITARY COUNSELING
59 E. Van Buren St., Suite 1400 24-hr. Hotline (312) 939-3349
Chicago, IL 60605 FAX (312) 427-4171
Assists with upgrading discharges. Referrals to lawyers and others who are
knowledgeable of military, veteran, and draft law. Assists people
contemplating going into the military. Provides training of counselors and
lawyers in military matters and draft/registration. Offers material,
discussions, literature, and counseling on the draft for men and women.
Speakers Bureau. Serves anyone with problems related to the military. Office
hours: By appointment.
Subject Code: Civil Rights, Counseling Services, Legal Services, Military
Services, Speakers/Films, Veterans' Services.
MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SUPPORT GROUP (815) 744-9000
(815) 468-6725
Group meets at 7:00 p.m. on the 4th Monday of each month, except June and
December when special meetings are held, at Riverside Medical Center, Johnson
Lecture Hall.
Subject Code: Support Groups.
MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY ASSOCIATION, INC.
900 Jorie Blvd, Suite 24 (708) 574-8540
Oakbrook, IL 60521 FAX (708) 574-8546
Provides comprehensive clinic system for initial diagnosis and management of
40 neuromuscular diseases; physical, occupational, and respiratory therapy;
genetic counseling, and flu shots. Assists in the provision and repair of
select durable medical equipment. Provides transportation to and from MDA
clinic, summer camp program, public health education programs, and support
groups. Individuals diagnosed with one of 40 neuromuscular diseases are
eligible for services. No fees. Hours: 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. M-F.
Subject Code: Health & Medical Organizations, Physical Therapy.
NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS (815) 935-0396
(708) 848-4884
Program is similar to Alcoholics Anonymous for drug users, open to any person
who wishes to stop using drugs. No fees. Several meetings weekly; Call above
numbers for further information.
Subject Code: Alcoholism & Substance Abuse, Support Groups.
NATIONAL AIDS HOTLINE 24-hr. Hotline 1-800-342-2437
Communicable Disease Center Spanish Language Hotline 1-800-344-7432
Atlanta, GA T