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The OSF Strive Trauma Recovery Program provides trauma-informed therapy, case management, and legal advocacy services for individuals age 6 and up in Peoria County who are survivors of, witnesses to, or family members of survivors (or victims in cases of murder) of violent crime. Services are offered at several locations, including OSF Hospital and Emergency Department, OSF Outpatient office (214Pecan St., Peoria 61602), Manual Academy (and some other Peoria Public Schools), Wrap-Around Center in Trewyn, and in homes and other locations as needed.

The Salvation Army offers a water assistance program for Illinois American Water customers.

Bureau and Putnam Are Rural Transit offers local transportation.

First Hand Foundation is a public 501(c)(3) organization that provides funding for individual children—both domestically and globally—who need assistance with clinical necessities (such as surgery, medication and therapy), medical equipment and travel related to care. Expenses covered: *Treatment: Clinical procedures, medicine, dental care, therapy, prosthesis, service dogs, etc. *Equipment: Wheelchairs, movable ramps & stair lifts, assistive technology equipment, care devices, hearing aids, feeding equipment, etc. *Medical-related travel and lodging costs *Vehicle modifications: Lifts, ramps and transfer boards --------------------------------------------------------------- Expenses not covered: *Medical bills, reimbursements, emotional support animals, alternative/experimental treatments, or education-related therapies/expenses. *Permanent housing modifications

The Arthritis Foundation assists individuals affected by the condition with information and resources.

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.

Military OneSource is a confidential, Department of Defense-funded program providing free support and resources for active duty service members, National Guard and Reserve members, and their families. Services include- *24/7 confidential non-medical counseling (by phone, online, or in person) for short-term concerns such as stress, deployment and reintegration, relationship issues, parenting, grief and loss *Financial counseling, tax assistance, and money management support *Spouse education and employment resources *Health and wellness coaching *Support for families with special needs Services are available at no cost and regardless of location.

The Henry Fire Dept. located at 220 Railroad Ave. in Henry, serves as a warming/cooling center during extreme weather. Please call first.

The OSF Dental Clinic at the Peoria City/County Health Department's Health & Human Services Building is a referral-based (you must request a referral from your primary doctor or dentist) program that offers the following general dentistry services for adults and children: Dental Hygiene: Prophy: Adult 6-month cleanings 3/4 month perio maintenance Full mouth debridement Fluoride Sealants X-rays: Pano, full mouth set, bite wings, single periapical Scaling and root plane Oral hygiene instruction Tobacco cessation Comprehensive Care: Composites Onlays/inlays Full coverage crowns Porcelain laminates Bridges Implant crowns Implant retained dentures Permanent partials Interim partials Full upper and lower dentures Extractions: anterior, posterior, 3rd molars Pulpotomy Root canal therapy Night guards Sleep appliance (OSA) Minor tooth movement Interceptive ortho

The National Runaway Safeline offers a runaway/homeless youth helpline.

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.)

Founded in 2004 as a non-profit, non-partisan 501(c) (3) organization, the Coalition to Salute America's Heroes provides assistance, as resources allow, to the wounded veterans and families of Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation New Dawn.

Prospect United Methodist Church in Dunlap offers a food pantry for residents of Northern Peoria County.

The Arc of Illinois Family-to-Family Health Information Center works with families and professionals to assist with questions and concerns related to the health of children and youth with special health care needs (CYSHCN) and disabilities under the age of 22. The Information Center can answer questions regarding Medicaid, SSI, insurance, Medicaid waivers, disability programs, special education, and anything else related to a child’s health or disability.

Service Inc. of Illinois provides information, assessment, and referral services for people with developmental disabilities and their families. This can include assistance with accessing group homes and other supports.

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 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. Woodford County Emergency Management Agency (WEMA) provides disaster response coordination for all unincorporated areas of Woodford County and coordinates between the State of Illinois and any incorporated area of the county during disaster events.

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 goal of the Woodford County Health Department is to protect the public's health through disease prevention, healthy lifestyle promotion, food safety oversight, limited environmental testing, and other services.

Wildlife Prairie Park is a zoological park with over 50 different species of animals that are native to Illinois.

The Pathway Ministries Women's Residential Center provides an emergency shelter for single women and also offers nutritious meals, chapel services, clean clothes, showers, and case management services. Please note that this site was formerly known as the Esther House.

FamilyCore offers child abuse counseling.

At Visiting Angels, our in-home care program matches your loved one with one of our friendly and compassionate caregivers. Caregivers can visit for a few hours a day or several times a week to provide family caregivers with the opportunity to run errands, go to work, take a vacation, or simply rest and recharge. When our caregivers visit, they will quickly put your loved one at ease. While engaging in friendly conversation, caregivers can also provide assistance with a wide variety of home care needs. Our caregivers can help your loved one with dressing and bathing, transferring assistance, and other personal care needs. They can also help around the house performing simple chores and preparing healthy meals. The engaged care we provide makes it easy for your loved one to look forward to these visits and can help relieve the anxiety or guilt you may feel by stepping away for a few hours.

Disaster Distress Helpline offers post disaster crisis counseling.

Hand Up Peoria offers a food pantry twice per month (2nd & 4th Thursday, usually), as well as a hygiene item pantry (2nd & 4th Wednesday, usually). Thursday pantry items include food, meat, some refrigerated items and fruits as available, and bread. Wednesday hygiene items include incontinence supplies, feminine hygiene items, baby needs (diapers & wipes, primarily), and other hygiene products.

El Paso Township offers community assistance for residents of El Paso township in emergency situations, as well as the general relief/general assistance program for qualifying residents. To confirm that you are in El Paso Township, please view the following map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/El+Paso+Township,+IL