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Provides GED classes for students with reading levels at 4th grade and above. Each student will also be offered case management to help them succeed and overcome any barriers that may stop them from furthering their education. This program also provides free scholarships for students who are ready to take a GED test or a practice GED test and cannot afford the fees.

Offers a wide range of programs for individuals of all ages. Services include sports, aquatics, community gardening, fitness and wellness, nature programs, teen programs, summer camps, dance, fitness arts, culture, and environmental programs. There are 20 parks, 8 facilities, and numerous special events for all members of the community. 

Provides job search and placement assistance to individuals with low-income or skill deficiencies.

Services include:

-- Interviewing and resume writing assistance

-- Access to computers, WiFi, and database to research employers

-- Financial assistance for obtaining new skills or certifications

-- Career counseling

Offers subsidized housing for older adults ages 55 and older. Section 8 units may be available. 

Offers a before and after school care program for school-aged children. Activities include dramatic play, creative art, quiet time, active games, manipulative and table games, building, music, discover and science. 

Provides police and dispatch services responsible for emergency assessment and response.

Reimburses for funeral and burial expenses when a person's resources and all other sources of payment are less than the DHS standard payment rates. The maximum amount that DHS will pay is $1370 for a funeral and $686 for a cremation/burial.

Reimburses for funeral and burial expenses when a person's resources and all other sources of payment are less than the DHS standard payment rates. The maximum amount that DHS will pay is $1370 for a funeral and $686 for a cremation/burial.

Provides probation services to residents of Kankakee County, Illinois. Services include supervision of adults and juveniles, information and support with the legal system, help with other social agencies, access to individual and group counseling, and an abuser treatment program.

Provides services to help survivors of domestic violence, older adults, people with disabilities, and immigrant survivors of violence and trafficking. Services include Orders of Protection for people experiencing domestic violence, divorce, custody, or child support in cases involving domestic violence or child endangerment, elder abuse, including financial exploitation, other court orders to stop abuse, harassment, or stalking, immigration issues faced by survivors of domestic violence and trafficking, and guardianships of minors and adults to ensure safety and stability.

Provides services to help survivors of domestic violence, older adults, people with disabilities, and immigrant survivors of violence and trafficking. Services include Orders of Protection for people experiencing domestic violence, divorce, custody, or child support in cases involving domestic violence or child endangerment, elder abuse, including financial exploitation, other court orders to stop abuse, harassment, or stalking, immigration issues faced by survivors of domestic violence and trafficking, and guardianships of minors and adults to ensure safety and stability.

Provides military families who have children with special needs the resources needed to make informed assignment decisions and experience easier transitions. Two types of directories are offered:

- Early Intervention Directory provides information on early intervention services for children birth through 3 years old.

- School-Age Directory provides information on special education services for children ages 3 through 21 years old.

Provides health screenings including:

• Childhood lead poisoning
• Newborn screenings
• Tuberculosis (TB)
• Genetic screening (not testing)
• Pregnancy testing

Teaches children the functional skills needed for independence in play, motor skills development, self-care, and socialization.

Services available to assist with:

- Sensory integration therapy.

- Fine motor skills therapy.

- Gross motor skills therapy.

- Handwriting therapy.

- Social skills therapy.

- Grooming and hygiene.

- Self-feeding.

- Self-care skills.

- Motor planning disorders/dyspraxia.

Counseling services addressing a range of issues, including:

-- Anger management.

-- Anxiety.

-- Child therapy.

-- Addiction.

-- Couples therapy.

-- Eating disorders.

-- Grief or bereavement.

-- Stress.

-- Suicide.

-- Etc.

Provides education and consumer assistance designed to facilitate enrollment of county residents in the Illinois Health Insurance Marketplace through the In-Person Counseling Program.

Access to health insurance through the Illinois Health Insurance Marketplace is one of the many changes in the health care and health insurance fields made possible by the Affordable Care Act (ACA). People in need of assistance due to language barriers, technology disadvantages, or a lack of understanding of health insurance can arrange to meet an In-Person Counselor to assist them.

Provides therapists and medical providers offering mental and behavioral health services to children, teens, and adults. Therapists work one-on-one with clients to evaluate and address issues such as depression, addiction, generalized anxiety disorder, or other behavioral disorders through counseling sessions. Nurse practitioners and psychiatrists can prescribe and monitor medications and provide therapy.

Admissions and career transition services offers a free residential program to provide educational and vocational training programs. Offers room and board, basic medical, clothing allowance, and a basic living allowance. Students may train for up to two years, depending on academic and vocational goals. HiSET(GED) or high school diploma assistance is part of program.

Provides monthly income for individuals without minor children and without adequate income that can be used to pay for food, rent/shelter, utilities, medical care, or other essential items. General Assistance recipients may be required to participate in the township's Job Search and Training program unless medically exempt.

Personal emergency response service (Medical Alert) that gets help at the push of a small button.

Childhood and adult vaccines and flu shots available.

Helps youth develop and achieve career and education goals through tutoring, skills training, mentoring, work experience, and more.