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Offers behavioral health services to any child or adolescent in need. Services include psychiatry/medication management, individual therapy, family therapy, substance use disorder services/addiction treatment, crisis services (24/7 Crisis Line, Mobile Crisis, CSCBS), case management, peer support, care team/specialized services, and school-based services (where applicable).

Provides crisis shelter and comprehensive support services for individuals who are victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. Services include legal advocacy, medical advocacy, prevention education, supportive counseling, sexual assault victim therapy, children's counseling (domestic and sexual violence), and case management. 

Also offers interventions to help domestic violence offenders understand and take responsibility for their actions, develop healthy relationship skills, and address the cycle of abuse. 

Additionally, a domestic violence hotline is available to provide immediate assistance, safety planning, emotional support, legal information, referrals for medical treatment, and connections to ongoing counseling or group support.

Provides a food pantry. 

Offers hands-on training sessions that provides information about opioid overdose and administer NARCAN to reverse its effects. Training can be done as an individual or in a group setting. Sessions are available for employers, families, community groups, and faith-based organizations throughout the Sauk Valley area. 

Offers an array of services to support people in their homes. May include services coordination, in home help (home delivered meals, laundry, chore services, personal emergency response, assistive technology, etc.), respite care, independence skills building, child care, community supports (adult day services, transportation for medical appointments), or assisted living services.

Provides support, mentoring, community services, parent workshops for LGBTQ+ youth, families, and allies.

Provide eligible preschool children with a comprehensive program that focuses on early childhood education and development, health, nutrition, and parent involvement. Head Start has preschool options for 3 and 4 year old children. Many locations partner with local schools to provide full day service, transportation, and easier transitions to Kindergarten.

Early Head Start, birth to 3 years old, have similar comprehensive services as Head Start.

Services to runaway, homeless, near-homeless and street-dependent youth. Array of services includes street outreach, shelter, and transitional living.

- 24-hour crisis line for youth needing emergency assistance.

- Emergency services include shelter program (short-term), an Independent Living Program (ILP), and Rapid Rehousing Program (RRH). A variety of support services are provided for youth while in residence.

- Services include housing, all meals, transportation to school and scheduled appointments. Must be involved in daily residential activities including hygiene, meal preparation, scheduling activities, laundry, and facility upkeep.

Offers services for homeless youth and their families. Helps students enroll or stay in school. Connects families to community resources for health, transportation, food, and more.

Provide assistance to individuals who are suffering with emotional and other mental health issues including depression, anxiety, and coping with loss.

Substance use treatments, including:

- Narcan and harm reduction supplies

- Residential Treatment: Rehabilitation services focusing on life skills and recovery.

- Outpatient services: Up to 24 hours per week. Consists of planning, ongoing assessment, psycho-educational and therapy groups, individual counseling, continued recovery plan.

- Medication-Assisted Recovery (MAR): Methadone, Buprenorphine, Vivitrol.

A comprehensive community college offering career and technical, transfer degrees, diplomas, and certificates designed to support a wide range of educational and career goals. The college serves recent high school graduates, adult learners, youth and individuals seeking to advance or change careers. NICC provides High School Equivalency (HSE) preparation/testing programs that help students build the knowledge and skills comparable to a high school education. The college also offers English as a Second Language (ESOL) programs to support non-native speakers in developing listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills necessary for success in academic, professional, and community settings. In addition, the college delivers workforce training, continuing education and short-term credential programs aligned with regional industry needs, helping students quickly gain in-demand skills and enter or advance in the workforce. 

In-person workshops focused on financial literacy topics to help individuals become financially stable, improve their housing situation, and possibly achieve homeownership. Topics include money-saving tips, understanding credit reports and credit cards, building generational wealth, and more.

Provides temporary financial assistance for pregnant women and families with one or more dependent children.

TANF provides financial assistance to help pay for food, shelter, utilities, and expenses other than medical.

Transitional services are also available to help families become independent, such as GED preparation, vocational training, job retention programs, etc.