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The American Cancer Society offers cancer specialists 24 hours a day to connect individuals and families affected by cancer with services, resources, and information. In addition to offering a ride assistance program for cancer patients (Road to Recovery), the American Cancer Society also has a partnership with Extended Stay America to offer discounted rooms for patients who have to be away from home for cancer treatment.

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 =============================

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

AABD (Aid to the Aged, Blind, or Disabled) is a small monthly cash benefit for people who are seniors (65+), blind, or disabled.

Clayton Township Office offers general relief funds for emergency situations, as well as for those who are in the process of obtaining SSI or other federal/government income (but have not yet started receiving that income). To confirm that you are in Clayton Township, please view the following map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Clayton+Township,+IL

Mended Hearts Therapeutic Center provides, promotes, and supports equine-specialized interventions in the areas of therapy and education. In addition to therapeutic approaches involving horses, Mended Hearts offers canine-assisted therapy and traditional talk therapies.

St. Joseph Catholic Church in Pekin offers the St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry three times per week. The pantry distributed pre-packed boxes of food, including frozen meat, bread, and produce (when available).

For years, HOIDSA has proved its commitment to improving the quality of life of persons with Down Syndrome, as well as those with other disabilities, by sponsoring local workshops and conferences on topics such as health, inclusive education, and behavioral support strategies. Hundreds of parents, educators, direct care providers, and other advocates have benefited from these opportunities.

The Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) helps Illinois students afford college by providing financial aid (grants, scholarships, waivers, loan programs), offering free college and financial planning guidance, and administering programs like the Monetary Award Program (MAP) and the College Illinois! prepaid tuition plan, all to make higher education accessible and manageable.

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. ------------------ 2026 Warming & Cooling Center Information: Open as a warming or cooling center during extreme temperatures. The Salvation Army's building is at 243 Derby St. in Pekin, and The Pekin Outreach Initiative is housed on the East Side of this building. The Pekin Outreach Initiative portion is open from 11am-4pm, Monday through Sunday, for people to drop in and warm up/cool off. The Salvation Army shelter in the gym at the same location is open overnight 5pm-10:30am, Monday through Sunday, for warming or cooling. Usually limited to 10-15 people at most for this purpose.

Limestone Township is located in Peoria County, primarily south and southwest of the main City of Peoria, encompassing areas like Bartonville and Bellevue. The Limestone Township Office provides various forms of assistance to eligible township residents under its general relief program. To confirm that you are in Limestone Township, please visit the following map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Limestone+Township,+IL

Overeaters anonymous offers weight loss assistance.

Counseling for mothers that have experienced an unplanned pregnancy and are looking to locate a family that is willing to adopt the infant.

Illiana-Danville VA Medical Center has teamed up with AgeCentral to offer Veteran Directed Care (VDC). VDC provides assistance to veterans to help them remain in their homes and is a more flexible option than traditional in-home services. A trained options counselor helps the veteran determine what kind of help is needed, and then VA funds are used to- *Hire and manage an in-home assistant, including hiring a family member or friend to help with personal care and assistance around the house *Make the home more accessible *Order meal delivery services

As part of its meal program for children 18 years of age and younger, Neighborhood House is seeking volunteers for arts and crafts activities.

Citizens Utility Board offers utility service complaints.

The Peoria Township Relief Office offers various forms of assistance to Peoria Township residents. BASIC PROGRAM DETAILS: Energy assistance appointments are set by phone only, typically on the last two business days of each month and will be posted on the township website under "Upcoming Events" at the bottom (https://peoriatownshipil.com). If call-in dates are not yet posted, please call the township for specifics. On call-in dates, please call repeatedly. Water bill assistance is available ONLY if you have a shut off notice. Please call for further details. Eyeglasses and dental assistance are available on a limited basis. Please call for more details.

Rebuilding Together Peoria is an organized volunteer effort that rehabilitates the homes of eligible city of Peoria, East Peoria, Richwoods Township, and Peoria County residents, particularly the elderly or disabled, who cannot maintain their homes. Projects range from yard clean up to more extensive renovations involving plastering, painting, carpentry, plumbing, and electrical repairs. The organization typically completes projects on 15 homes or non-profit facilities each year.

The Emergency Management Agency was created to combine all Emergency Preparedness Programs including Civil Defense. By state law, the Emergency Management Agency is a required County Department. The purpose of the Emergency Management Agency is to mitigate potential hazards, plan for, coordinate, respond to, and aid in recovery from all disaster situations whether natural or man-made.

Chillicothe Public Library serves as an information center for the Chillicothe and Mossville areas.

The Fondulac Township Office is occasionally able to assist township residents with general relief and/or emergency rent, energy, or water payments. To confirm that you are in Fondulac Township, please view the following map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Fondulac+Township,+IL

Provides one-time financial assistance grants (up to $2,500) to eligible active-duty service members, activated Guard or Reserve members, and their families who are experiencing unexpected financial hardship due to deployment, military-related injury, or service-related circumstances. Assistance may help cover basic living expenses such as rent, utilities, or other essential bills. Grants are paid directly to creditors and do not require repayment. Expenses Eligible for consideration of payment (daily necessities): *Housing expenses - mortgage, rent, repairs, and homeowners’ insurance (establishing residence/insurance or paying off expenses for a residence that is no longer being occupied will not be considered) *Vehicle expenses - payments, repairs, insurance (purchasing/paying off loan, major repairs for vehicles over 10 years old, registering, establishing insurance will not be considered) *Utilities (establishing/paying off utilities for a residence no longer being occupied will not be considered) *Childcare *Medical bills (the patient’s portion for necessary or emergency medical care only). Expenses Ineligible for consideration for payment: *Military debt/repayment, tuition assistance debt/repayment *Cable, internet, secondary phones *Taxes owed of any kind *Rentals of any kind (vehicle, furniture, and/or electronics) *Any other expenses not determined to be a "daily necessity" The eligible and ineligible expense lists are not all inclusive. Each case will be carefully reviewed for its own merits. All applications are individually reviewed, and the VFW reserves the right to make exceptions on a case by case basis.

Spring Lake Township offers limited financial assistance for eligible township residents. To confirm that you are in Spring Lake Township, please view the following map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Spring+Lake+Township,+IL

Richardson Counseling Services offers court-ordered assessment and evaluation services, as well as State of Illinois DOT evaluations and education.

This Centers for Disease Control and Prevention protect health and promote quality of life through the prevention and control of disease, injury, and disability. CDC-INFO offers live agent support and services to help you find the latest reliable science-based health information, including CDC guidance and resources.