211
211 is a service provided by United Way that can help connect you to resources by calling 211 on your phone. For more information, click the link below.
https://www.unitedwaydekalb.org/211
Crisis Hotlines
National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 800-273-8255
National Youth Crisis Hotline: 800-442-HOPE
Crisis Text Line: Text "home" to 741741
All hotlines are open 24/7, all year long.
Mental Health Organizations
https://www.nami.org/affiliate/illinois/nami-kane-south-dekalb-and-kendall-counties/
Faiths Law Resources and Information:
https://www.isbe.net/Documents/Faiths-Law-Resource-Guide.pdf
https://www.isbe.net/faithslaw
Local DHS Office:
1629 Afton Road Sycamore IL 60178
Phone: 815-895-8667 TTY: (866) 322-8423 Fax: (815) 895-8679
Hours: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Monday - Friday (except state holidays)
Receives applications for Cash, SNAP, and Medical Assistance by fax, mail or in person.
Here is the paper version of the SNAP, Cash, and Medical DHS Application:
If you are homeless, you may qualify for immediate benefits when going to the DHS office.
OR
You can apply online at:
Local Pantries
Kirkland Food Pantry
510 W. South Street Kirkland, IL 60146
Phone: 815-522-3886
Hours: Call ahead to make sure the pantry is open
Tuesday: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Last Tuesday of the month: 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Salvation Army DeKalb
830 Grove Street DeKalb, IL 60115-0442
Phone: 815-756-4308 Fax: 815-756-7090
Monday through Thursday : 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
additionally, Thursday : 5:00 pm - 6:45 pm
Immanuel Lutheran/Good Samaritan
16060 Lindenwood Rd Lindenwood, IL 61049
Phone: 815-393-4822
Hours: Call ahead of time
Saturday: 9:00 am - 11:00 am
415 W. Main Street
Genoa, IL 60135
(815) 761-7313
There are no requirements to get food from our Genoa location. You don't need to provide any documents or proof of need.
Rooted For Good - Genoa offers:
A food pantry
Bi-monthly pay-as-you're-able meals
Educational classes
Shelters
Hope Haven
Emergency Shelter, life skills training, and housing
1145 Rushmoore Dr DeKalb, IL 60115
Phone: 815-758-5765
Rockford Rescue Mission
Crisis services, free clinic, adult education center, meals
715 West State Street Rockford, IL 61102
Phone: 815-965-5332 E-mail: info@rockfordrescuemission.org
Safe Passage
Services for victims of domestic/sexual violence
PO Box 621 DeKalb IL 60115
Hotline number: 815-756-5228
Counseling Agencies
Adventure Works
Serves youth by providing Adventure Therapy . They take private insurance and work on a sliding scale for families in need.
1211 Sycamore Rd DeKalb, IL 60115
Phone: 815-517-0825
Family Service Agency
Counseling services for children and family, mentoring, senior services and advocacy for children. They do take Medicaid and private insurance.
1325 Sycamore Rd, DeKalb, IL 60115
Phone: 815-758-8616
LivingRite
Psychological testing, counseling services for children and families, group therapy.
1625 Bethany Rd #1 Sycamore, IL 60178
Phone: 779-777-7335
Ben Gordon Center
Counseling Services for children and family, crisis intervention at the Living Room and psychological testing
12 Health Services Dr DeKalb, IL 60115
Phone: 815-756-4875
Here is a list from IDHS that provides contact information for counseling agencies that take Medicaid:
https://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=43695
**If you have private insurance through your company or employer it is best to contact them or utilize your insurer's online portal to find a provider that takes your insurance.
Substance Abuse Resources
Al-Anon-Alateen:
Provides information on support groups for individuals affected by individuals who struggle with substance abuse.
Phone: 888-4AL-ANON
National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence
Phone: 800-NCA-CALL or 800-475-HOPE
National Alcohol and Substance Abuse Information Center
Phone: 800-784-6776
Rosecrance
Substance abuse counseling, assessments, and treatment.
1601 N University Dr Rockford, IL 61107-5317
Phone: 815-391-1000