Community Resources
Safe2Help- Safe2Help Illinois is a 24/7 program where students can use a free app, text/phone, website (Safe2HelpIllinois.com) and other social media platforms to report school safety issues in a confidential environment. Once vetted, the tips will immediately be shared with local school officials, mental health professionals and/or local law enforcement, depending on the nature of the tip. The program also will help local officials by connecting them with mental health resources or other appropriate resources to intervene and help students before they harm themselves or others.
Whiteside County Resource Book - Tri-County's Agency Resource Book is filled with information to assist individuals with adult education, employment services, basic needs, child care services, dental health, disability services, emergency services, food pantries, legal services, mental health services, physical health, recreation services and other resources within our nine counties. (Revised 2/2021).
Area Therapists and Counselors- This is a list of area Therapists and Counselors for students seeking support and help dealing with social and emotional issues.
NAMI Family Support Groups - provide a place where family members, friends and significant others caring for a loved one living with a mental health condition can find compassion, learn new ways to manage problems and access resources. The local NAMI meetings are in Sterling every 4th Tuesday of the month. These meetings are free and confidential.
Mental Health Conditions - are all around us and among us. By knowing more about them, we can encourage each other to speak up and build better lives.
SPIDER - is a free online database to connect individuals, families, and anyone in Illinois to services in their area that meet their needs.
Other Resources
The Jason Foundation - The Jason Foundation, Inc. (JFI) is dedicated to the prevention of the “Silent Epidemic” of youth suicide through educational and awareness programs that equip young people, educator’s/youth workers and parents with the tools and resources to help identify and assist at-risk youth.
Students: You are in age group that youth suicide directly affects. It is important to know what you can do for you classmates, teammates, and friends. You can start by downloading the FREE smartphone app, “A Friend asks”. Learn More.
Parents: You can educate yourself about the magnitude of the problem, encourage local organizations to be more involved, and more. Learn More.
Victim & Survivor Resources - Victims of teen dating violence often keep the abuse a secret. They should be encouraged to reach out to trusted adults like parents, teachers, school counselors, youth advisors, or health care providers. They can also seek confidential counsel and advice from professionally trained adults and peers. This website contains a list of hotline numbers, prevention programs, and public awareness programs plus federal and local resources and how to secure them.
Alcohol Rehab Guide - Alcohol Rehab Guide is an informational web source dedicated to supporting and helping anyone battling alcoholism or co-occurring behavioral and mental health disorders. All the information available on Alcohol Rehab Guide is developed by a team of researchers and journalists. Each published resource and article is selected with our audience’s best interest in mind. Alcohol Rehab Guide only references fact-based and relevant publications from trusted sources like government agencies and medical journals to ensure quality. Alcohol Rehab Guide is partnered with nationally recognized treatment centers that offer counseling, rehab referrals, and consultations on treatment payment options for anyone needing help. We are owned by Recovery Worldwide, a national informational marketing umbrella for addiction recovery-related properties.