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Supports lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender persons, organizations, and allies through scholarships and organizational grants.

The Fulton County Health Department offers a variety of public health services. Also, there is a Free Overdose Prevention Vending Machine located just inside the front doors, available during normal business hours (Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.)

The Division of Rehabilitation Services is the state's lead agency serving individuals with disabilities. DRS works in partnership with people with disabilities and their families to assist them in making informed choices to achieve full community participation through employment, education, and independent living opportunities.

The Lupus Society of Illinois supports research and conduct education programs; provides information to ensure people with lupus and their families get answers; and conducts activities to increase awareness of lupus and rally public support for those who are affected by lupus. In addition, the organization offers resource navigation help.

The Social Security Administration offers retirement, disability, and survivors benefits.

The Multiple Sclerosis Foundation is a nonprofit serving people affected by multiple sclerosis (MS). Callers receive personalized information about multiple sclerosis and connections to local and national resources related to MS. Service coordinators and peer counselors can talk through needs, answer questions, and help find the right support. Through the helpline, people with MS can also learn about and apply for a variety of support programs (eligibility usually requires an MS diagnosis), such as *Emergency Assistance Grant -- financial help for urgent needs like rent or utility bills (documentation required) *Healthcare Assistance Grant -- helps uninsured individuals pay for neurologist or dental visits *Homecare Assistance Grant – short-term homecare, caregiver respite, therapy services *Transportation Assistance Grant – funding for paratransit or rides to medical appointments (Lyft/Uber) and minor car repairs *Assistive Technology Program – info and partial funding for devices that aid daily living (e.g., canes, adaptive tech) *Computer Program – provides computers to help people with MS stay connected. *Cooling Program – cooling vests and accessories for heat sensitivity. In addition, the helpline can connect callers to peer counseling, advice on local support groups, and online communities.

Neighborhood House is seeking volunteers for both its after school and summer meal programs.

Safe2HelpIL offers students a safe, confidential way in which to share information that might help prevent suicides, bullying, school violence or other threats to school safety. This program is not intended to suspend, expel, or punish students. Rather, the goal is to encourage students to "Seek Help Before Harm." Safe2HelpIL is a 24/7 program where students can use a free app, text/phone, and website (Safe2HelpIL.com) to share information on school safety issues in a confidential environment. Once vetted, the information provided will be shared with local district and school officials and/or local PSAP/9-1-1 call center, depending on the nature of the information shared. The Safe2Help program is a confidential help line. Reporters will be encouraged to provide their name and contact information, but it is not a requirement. Information received by Safe2Help is exempt from the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) reporting rules and can only be accessed under limited conditions by a court order.

Graham Medical Group's Canton location offers a variety of health care services.

A thrift shop and community space in East Peoria that takes donated items and gives them away for free. In addition to calling, questions can be asked by-- E-mail: [email protected] or Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Enough-Stuff-Thrift-Shop-Community-Space/100039301797247

The Illinois National Guard has a Family Assistance Center location based out of their Armory in Bartonville.

North Central Behavioral Health Systems, Inc. is a non-profit behavioral health care organization serving La Salle, Bureau, Marshall, Putnam, Fulton, McDonough, and Grundy counties.

Creve Coeur Christian Church offers a food pantry for residents of Groveland Township.

A Brush with Kindness (ABWK) is part of Habitat for Humanity's Neighborhood Revitalization Initiative. It is a nation-wide program serving low-income homeowners who struggle to maintain the exterior of their homes. This initiative is a holistic approach, assisting communities as well as individual families. It is designed to revitalize the appearance of a neighborhood, encourage connections within the community, and most importantly, help preserve affordable housing. Habitat for Humanity of Greater Peoria Area focuses on exterior home repair services such as: -Exterior Painting -Minor Exterior Repairs -Landscaping/Clean-Up -Accessibility Repairs *PLEASE NOTE THAT ROOF, FOUNDATION, WINDOW, AND OTHER MAJOR REPAIRS ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THIS PROGRAM.

Employment Security offers state unemployment insurance appeals/complaints.

The Illinois Valley Fuller Center for Housing is a volunteer-based organization that focuses on repairing homes owned by military veterans in Peoria, Tazewell, and Woodford counties.

The Illinois Respite Coalition (IRC) is a not-for-profit organization of caregivers and respite providers dedicated to advocating support for families by ensuring access to quality respite services for the residents of Illinois. The IRC is dedicated to spreading the awareness of lifespan respite for caregivers of individuals with special needs. The IRC is able to assist caregivers by connecting them to resources in their area, providing training on respite topics, and offering funding for emergency respite care.

The City of Peoria offers numerous services for residents.

Tazewell County Health Department offers swimming pool complaints.

The Men's Residential Center is a Christian homeless shelter for men that, in addition to a place to sleep, offers nutritious meals, chapel services, clean clothes, showers, and case management services. Please note that this site was formerly known as the Peoria Rescue Mission.

The City of Peoria offers water heater replacement for eligible homeowners.

The Henry County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) will implement a comprehensive all hazards emergency management program using sound risk management principles that will improve responder safety, interoperability, quality of life while minimizing adverse effects through mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery activities. Please note that updates are posted on Facebook page in link.

The Salvation Army is an international movement and an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. It offers numerous assistance programs for those in need. ======================== Some additional details on a few common services: ------------------------------------------------ For RENTAL ASSISTANCE, there are two programs: 1. First month's rent and/or deposit assistance: Only available in domestic violence situations, disasters, or when being released from an institution (jail, hospital, or other facility) after 90 days. May call anytime for screening. Please ask for a case manager and state that you are in such a situation. 2. Back rent: -Will need proof of hardship and proof of income (or projected income). Please call repeatedly the first Monday of the month @ 8:30 a.m. (if Monday is a holiday, please call Tuesday) -Back rent program also includes contract for deed and lot rent for trailers. ----------------------------------- Mortgage Assistance (principle & interest only; no late fees or escrow/taxes): -Applicant will need proof of hardship, income (or projected income), and some sort of statement from the lender about delinquent payment. Please call repeatedly the first Monday of the month @ 8:30 a.m. (if Monday is a holiday, please call Tuesday) ============================= Warm Neighbors, Cool Friends *Electric/Gas Assistance (Warm Neighbors, Cool Friends for Ameren Illinois customers): For moderate-income people in crisis situation (those with low incomes must go through Tazwood Community Services-LIHEAP or Peoria Township Relief/try local township office). Please see specific income guidelines and further eligibility guidelines here: https://www.warmneighborscoolfriends.org =============================

Employment Security of Peoria offers job fairs.

The Henry Township Office offers limited community assistance/general relief to residents of Henry Township. To confirm that you are in Henry Township, please view the following map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Henry+Township,+IL