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Advocates for the implementation of current laws, promotion of needed legislation, and improvement of existing systems for people with disabilities while working to diminish negative attitudes that threaten to impede equal access.

Individual advocacy includes assisting people with disabilities in dealing with conflicts and helping people find ways to negotiate with the various support systems they use.

Provides transportation to participants, ages 60 and over, as well as individuals ages 18 and over with a disability, living in Sangamon County. Vehicles are wheelchair accessible. Reservations are required.

Provides permits for building, electrical and plumbing, then does the inspections for these projects. Also provides the Rental Housing Inspection Program. 

Offers books, DVDs, and CDs for loan and public computer access.

Library services include:

• Book rental
• Home delivery services
• Computer access
• Online book access
• Book clubs
• Computer classes's
• Research materials
• Notary

Offers to assist older adults with multiple long-term care needs who wish to remain safely and comfortably independent in their own homes. Services include a comprehensive assessment of need, care planning, and the ongoing assistance of a case manager to initiate and monitor home and community-based services.

Provides case management type of services to assist individuals with substance use disorders. CARE Coordinators assist individuals through each step of recovery, including finding an appropriate treatment service/facility.

Offers a food pantry during regular Sunday business hours. Starting November 6th, 2025, the pantry will offer food boxes on Thursdays between 9 am-11 am and 4 pm-6 pm. Pantry will not be giving out food boxes on November 27th, 2025. Occasionally, the food pantry may offer food vouchers and other resources for individuals in need, call for further information. 

Offers mental health and substance use disorder services, including: recovery support and outpatient substance use treatment, DUI evaluation and risk education, psychiatric care, and outpatient mental health program.

Sells low-cost household goods, clothing, books, shoes, toys, linens, and more.

Offers community information and referrals which are provided to businesses. 

Provides a day treatment substance use disorder services to youth ages 13-18. The program offers Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient levels of care for youth with a primary substance use diagnosis. In addition to group programming, each youth is assigned an individual counselor to meet with weekly.

Provides comprehensive support services for individuals and families facing mental health or behavioral challenges. Families build a personalized support team that may include professionals, service providers, friends, mentors, and other trusted individuals. 

LIHEAP (low income home energy assistance program) provides assistance with a utility bill. Applications are accepted November 1 – April 30; for elderly or disabled individuals applications are accepted starting October 1. Income must fall within 200% of poverty guideline. Call for an appointment. A letter has been sent to those who may be eligible for early application in August or September.

**This program is not designed to pay a household's total energy costs. The program will provide supplemental assistance based on several factors. This is a one-time payment to your energy provider.

Services offered:

- Sick and well-child visits

- School, camp, and sports physicals

- Obesity and asthma counseling

- Immunizations

- TB tests

Provides general assistance financial aid for residents according to state guidelines and temporary financial assistance for residents in a life-threatening situation.

Offers in-home respite services occasionally or on a regular basis.