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Home for All Continuum of Care's Coordinated Entry program serves as the sole channel for accessing the Rapid Re-Housing and Permanent Supportive Housing interventions for people experiencing HUD-defined homelessness. Trained Coordinated Entry assessors enter individuals and families into the Homeless Management Information System and complete a vulnerability assessment with the client(s). If the individual or family is found to be at advanced vulnerability in their homelessness based on the assessment, they are referred to the Coordinated Entry list. When a Rapid Re-Housing or Permanent Supportive Housing program has availability, a representative from the respective program accesses the list to pull next referral for the opening. Coordinated Entry prioritizes the most vulnerable clients experiencing homelessness for a limited amount of federal and state-funded resources that flow through Home for All Continuum of Care. Anyone whose situation is not determined to be a fit for Coordinated Entry will be provided with other housing resources, as will those who are referred into the Coordinated Entry pool so that they have additional options to pursue.

Greater Peoria Honor Flight is dedicated to providing veterans from the greater Peoria area with a day of honor in Washington D.C. to visit their memorials.

In addition to serving as the hub for city services, the lobby of Canton City Hall can be used as a warming or cooling center as announced during extreme temperatures.

The East Bluff Community Center operates a pet food pantry. There are no residency limitations. There are rare occasions where they run out, so it is generally good to check in ahead of time.

First Baptist Church in Canton offers a pet pantry twice weekly.

Molina Healthcare offers medical appointments transportation.

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

Locks of Love provides wigs to financially disadvantaged children, age 21 and under, suffering from long-term medical hair loss from any diagnosis.

Planned Parenthood is one of the nation’s leading providers of affordable health care, and the nation's largest provider of sex education, serving everyone with or without insurance.

Washington Helps Its People (WHIP) is a food pantry serving residents of the 61571 zip code.

Smart Start is a free program for women and girls who are pregnant or who have young children. Smart Start can help clients connect to services in Peoria County such as- -Housing -Transportation -Counseling -Shelters -Food programs -Medical care referrals -Education -Prenatal, postpartum, and infant care education Who gets to receive Smart Start's free services? You can receive help from Smart Start at no cost if: -You are pregnant or have an infant under age 1, and -You live in Peoria County, and -You qualify under the state's income guidelines How does Smart Start work? The Smart Start team will work with clients to help them determine the services they need and then assist them in connecting with the service providers. No transportation? No problem. Smart Start case managers do home visits Monday through Friday. *Smart Start can potentially assist their clients with cribs, pack 'n plays, and car seats.

Illinois Valley PADS Ottawa offers an emergency shelter.

Harbor Light Hospice offers a philosophy of care that assists patients, family, and friends during the final stages of a terminal illness

The City of Peoria offers numerous services for residents.

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 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 Peoria Regional Office of Education's Adult Education Program is completely free and can assist students who want to- *Prepare for the Illinois High School Diploma/GED *Increase Reading/Math skills *Increase Employment Readiness Skills *Earn Vocational Certificates

Whole Life Solutions, LLC offers a wide range of counseling options.

Prairie State Legal Services offers free legal services for low income persons and those over 60 who have serious civil legal problems and need legal help to solve them. -------------------------- The Victims Legal Advice line may be able to address the following areas for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault: -Questions related to housing safety, the Safe Homes Act, breaking a lease -Questions concerning emergency protective orders -Advice for victims who fled to Illinois with their children from another state. -Questions about visitation rights for abusers. -Questions about victims’ rights within the criminal court process -Questions about special protections for victims abused by fellow students. -Advice concerning legal options for victims of sexual assault or stalking

Pekin Public Library serves as Pekin's information center.

Equip For Equality advances the civil rights of people with disabilities through legal services, public policy, monitoring and training. It also administers the State of Illinois Client Assistance Program (CAP), which helps people with disabilities receive quality services by advocating for their interests and helping them identify resources, understand procedures, resolve problems, and protect their rights in the rehabilitation process, employment, and home services.

Women's Care Center is faith-based organization that offers free, confidential counseling, support, and education to women facing unplanned pregnancies. Services include confirmation of pregnancy and ultrasounds, but the center does not provide ongoing prenatal care or abortions. In addition to the listed services, the Women's Care Center offers the following program: Crib Club/BABE The Crib Club/BABE program provides cribs, diapers, clothing and other baby items under an incentive system that rewards participation in parenting classes, prenatal care and other programs. Coupons are provided which can be redeemed at the Crib Club stores.

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

With Maxim Healthcare Services, children get the necessary assistance they need at home to enjoy a safe, healthy, and fulfilling childhood. Maxim’s Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical or Vocational Nurses, Nursing Assistants, and Companions have extensive pediatric experience and deliver care services that are both individualized and highly compassionate towards the needs of the patient and the patient’s family. Pediatric Care - Maxim's pediatric services are accessible around-the-clock or on a per visit, hourly, or daily basis. All Maxim offices are accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC). Respite Care - Maxim's respite care services offer families the opportunity to take a break from their caregiving responsibilities, leaving their family member or loved one in the hands of a trusted Maxim respite staff member. Behavioral Health - Raising a child with emotional, behavioral, learning, or developmental issues can sometimes require extra support and guidance. Maxim can help with a behavioral assistance program designed to alleviate inconsistencies in care environment and maintain the long-term objectives of a child's behavioral program.

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.)