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Works to reduce the cat population in Central Illinois using the Trap/Neuter/Return (TNR) method. Services include:

- Spay/neuter trapped cats with the assistance of the participating veterinarians, which are then returned to their original area to be released.

- Vaccinate for rabies and distemper.

- Lend traps.

- Offer advice to caretakers (colony managers) on the feral cat colony maintenance.

- Require caretakers (colony managers) to register with the SFF to request assistance with the TNR.

Low cost spay/neuter services for indoor and outdoor cats are also offered.

Does not:

- Remove or relocate cats.

- Accept or adopt cats.

Provides free or low-cost health coverage to people with low incomes, families and children, pregnant women, the elderly, and people with disabilities.

DHS administers the applications for Medicaid through ABE (Application for Benefits Eligibility), which is the part of the DHS website where Illinois residents can apply for Medicaid, SNAP, and cash benefits.

Provides home delivered meals to seniors who qualify. When individuals call, an assessment will be set up to determine eligibility of the senior. If the senior has diabetes, let the intake specialist know so an appropriate meal can be provided. Sample menus can be sent out to individuals who are looking into signing up for the program.

Provides food to individuals and families that present for assistance and who meet the Department of Human Services requirements.

Also available, refrigerated Mobile Food Pantry truck which delivers food to pre-registered individuals and families in rural communities.

Mobile Food Pantry requires pre-registration for services.

Provides recreation programs, Special Olympics, weekly programs, and special trips and events for people with special needs or developmental disabilities. Also offers a summer day camp. 

Offers, as resources allow, to help refugees and asylees reach economic self-sufficiency and to them with any problems, interests and concerns they may have. The Bureau of Refugee Services works to serve as a central clearinghouse in order to refer refugees and asylees to any resource necessary and available to them. The Bureau is the service agency for all refugees enrolled in FIP, the state welfare reform program. Now offering a Commercial Drivers License (CDL) program. This program will help participants prepare for the class, enroll into the DMACC CDL program at no cost, and obtain a job after completion. Participants will also qualify for “Jump Start” training specially designed to help English Language Learners.

Provides coupons (or checks) to older adults for use at farmer’s markets, roadside stands, and community-supported agriculture programs for fresh nutritious, unprepared, locally grown fruits, vegetables, herbs, and honey. 

Provides:

- Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy.

- Social skills groups.

- Individual and family therapy.

- Parent and community trainings.

- Autism resources.

Offers a variety of media (books, movies, music, ebooks, experience kits, magazines, etc.). The library’s peer learning events and classes support learning from birth, through student-life, and beyond. Also provides access to computers.

Guides families through their child’s journey with a medical condition. Works with doctors, schools and community groups to create a seamless support system.

Care coordination team works together with families to develop a plan of care that addresses a child’s medical, social, behavioral, educational and financial needs. Care coordination is free for all children who have eligible medical conditions, regardless of their family’s income level.

Care coordination can include finding specialized medical care, helping families understand their child’s diagnosis and medical treatment plan, explaining insurance benefits and attending school meetings.

Helps children who are medically fragile remain in their family home rather than a hospital or skilled nursing facility.

Assists with:

- Finding specialized medical care

- Making sure families understand their child’s diagnosis and medical treatment plan

- Helping families understand their insurance benefits and maximize their coverage

- Attending IEP /504 Plan school meeting

- Connecting families with financial support, grants and other community resources

- Preparing for the transition to adulthood

Provides online support groups for parents to discuss parenting challenges. Topics include teaching children rules and directions, managing emotions, and getting along with others.

Supports childcare providers and parents by inspiring, empowering, advocating, and educating through educational services, conferences, training workshops, meetings, policy and legislation.

Provides a resource room for parents.

Caseworkers complete a needs-based assessment in a hospital setting for patients who need further assistance after discharge. Caseworkers review service options and costs, provide general information on nursing facility care as well as the Community Care program so individuals may make informed choices regarding their own care now and in the future.

Provides supports and services for families to help their children meet developmental milestones.

Provides children with a safe environment full of activities while building confidence, self-esteem and character. Kids can participate in indoor and outdoor games and activities such as weekly swimming at Alpine Park Pool, field trips, reading, arts and crafts, and more.

Resale/thrift stores that sell tools, household items, furniture, clothing, shoes and boots, kitchenware, electronics, toys, books, and movies. Donations are accepted at stores when open.

Provides health care and specialty health care services, including mental health care. Can also provide family and internal medicine services.