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The WIC Program: -Provides free one-on-one and group nutrition education. -Ensures the proper growth of infants and children up to the age of five -Provides breastfeeding education and assistance -Assesses eligibility to receive a free breast pump -Assists with referrals to community programs and services -Provides the WIC EBT card with free foods to supplement monthly food purchases

Heartland Health Services is a federally funded organization that provides medical, mental health, and substance use services for everyone, including low-income adults and children, regardless of ability to pay. PLEASE NOTE that transportation assistance is available to get to appointments (just ask Heartland about this). For more information about Heartland Health Services, visit www.HHSIL.com or call 309.680.7600.

ACM Care is a non-profit organization that serves as a Case Coordination Unit for the Community Care Program, contracted by the Illinois Department on Aging, for the City of Peoria, Tazewell County, Woodford County, Marshall County, and Stark County. ACM will initially provide a care coordinator to visit the home and conduct a comprehensive assessment to determine the needs of the person. The coordinator will then work with the person and family members to the link the person with needed services and resources. These can include in-home services, adult day care, home delivered or congregate meals, transportation options, assistive devices, and more.

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.

Heartland Health Services offers Medicare information and counseling.

As our community give back each spring AGSF plants their Freedom Garden. All produce is distributed to local veterans through American Legions, AmVets, Navy/Marine Club, VFW, Veterans Pub and Pizza and to homeless veterans through the Salvation Army. National outreach for America’s Gold Star Families includes our Children’s Greeting Card Program. We send birthday cards along with a $20 gift card to over 500 children of the fallen across the USA. AGSF partnered with the Sgt. Anthony R. Maddox Memorial to host the first Fallen Heroes Tree of Honor erected in the Illinois State Capitol, Springfield, Illinois. Families of the fallen from across the USA can visit our website and click on the Ornament Registration tab. This information will enable us to craft an ornament in honor of your hero.

Central Illinois FRIENDS supports members of the LGBTQI+ Community, people living with HIV, and the general public through compassionate and personalized care. All services, listed below, are completely free. -Sexual Health Education -HIV/STI/STD Testing -HPV Vaccinations -PrEP/PEP -Safe Sex Kits (Condoms/Lube) -Support for people living with HIV -Trans Health Navigation -ACCESS Counseling Program (completely free counseling for LGBTQ+ folks and their families)

The HOPE Chest is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that sells and sometimes donates furniture, appliances, and other household items. The organization also offers a food and pet pantry. Please note that the pantry is at 1416 N. 8th St.

FamilyCore offers general counseling services.

The Financial Opportunity Center (FOC) provides financial and budget planning information. Specifically, to repair credit problems, home purchasing, spending vs. savings issues, tuition assistance, utility cost relief, and more. The FOC tailors’ the unique financial situation of citizens to the resources required to make a financial “Fresh Start.” The program, supported by LISC, helps low-to-moderate income families and individuals achieve financial stability by implementing the integrated services approach. This approach is a new way to offer four core services: 1. Financial coaching and education to help build assets 2. Employment and career development 3. Better access to public benefits 4. Life skills training This strategy creates new opportunities for individuals and helps connect employers to well-prepared workers. Open to all Peoria and Tri-County residents.

The Valeska Hinton Early Childhood Education Center is a school for children ages 3 to 7 years old and their families. The early childhood program provides care and education in a developmentally appropriate, NAEYC Accredited environment. Guided by the philosophy that all children can learn, Valeska operates year round serving approximately 400 at-risk children from all areas of Peoria Public Schools. Children will gain accelerated development of social, emotional, language, and cognitive ability in a secure and stable environment. Children enter the center and join one of our four villages. Valeska's villages serve as a hub for many family and community activities.

Southside Community Center focuses on youth leadership and enrichment, parent support and education, and additional assistance ministries.

The Resource House provides guidance and referral services to Stark County residents seeking assistance with various needs.

Pekin Public Library serves as Pekin's information center.

Get Covered Illinois is the state's official health insurance marketplace where you can enroll in health and dental coverage. It's the only place you can apply for tax credits to help lower the cost of your coverage.

The Pekin Preschool Family Education Center's Prenatal to Three Program offers the following: -Free personal home visits (bi-weekly) -Build and develop family's strengths and goals -Ages and Stages developmental screenings for children -Friendly parent groups to meet and socialize with other parents -Connections to resources and other agencies in the area -Special family events throughout the year -Play groups to encourage peer social interaction -Toy and Book Lending Library -Research-based Baby Talk curriculum for children prenatal to 3 years old -Educational activities -Spanish-speaking Family Educator available

Graham Hospital offers emergency treatment and a variety of health care services.

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.

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

Medical Reimbursement & Management Services, Inc. assists in applying for Medicare and in choosing appropriate Medicare supplements, prescription drug plans, and Advantage plans.

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

The Gateway Foundation's Peoria location provides outpatient psychiatric care and substance use treatment (and linkage with/transportation to inpatient treatment at their other Illinois locations) for people age 18+. Additionally, the location offers mental health services to patients who may require individual therapy or medication management, regardless of whether or not they have a substance use condition.

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.

Capital Good Fund, a U.S. Treasury-certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), provides small, fixed-rate loans and financial coaching to eligible individuals and families in Illinois. Loan products may include auto repair, emergency, immigration-related expenses, home energy efficiency and safety project, and personal loans. This program offers loans, not grants, and repayment is required. Approval is subject to eligibility and underwriting. This service may be appropriate for individuals who are unable to access traditional banking options and are seeking an alternative to high-cost or predatory loans.

The Community Workshop and Training Center oversees income-based complexes in Peoria, Tazewell, and Fulton counties for people age 18+ with mental health and/or developmental disabilities, as well as people age 65+ older with a physical disability.