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Offers online platform to upload personal and medical information to prepare for emergencies. Allows participants to create a safety profile that can be accessed by first responders during an emergency. Offers an option for individuals with access and functional needs. *Dial 9-1-1 in an emergency*

Lake County 211

Provides a 24-hour crisis hotline for youth and parents. Provides confidential crisis counseling by phone, text, and email. Offers help with mental health and life issues, such as:

• Suicide prevention and ideation
• Anxiety, depression, and anger
• Physical, sexual, and emotional abuse
• Parenting troubles
• Teen runaways
• Chemical dependency
• School issues and bullying
• Relationship problems

Download the Mobile App for confidential help at: https://www.yourlifeyourvoice.org/Pages/mobile-app.aspx

Lake County 211

Provides law enforcement and emergency services within the Village of Lake Bluff. Works with the community to promote safety, reduce crime, and preserve peace.

Lake County 211

Provides qualifying households with monetary relief for their energy bills. Clients may receive a one-time payment for utility bills. *Program is run by the Community Action Partnership for Nicor Gas.

Lake County 211

Provides a pet food pantry for low-income Lake County residents who own up to three pets.

Lake County 211

Oversees law enforcement services for the Village of Riverwoods. Provides 9-1-1 emergency services when there is an immediate threat to life or property. Enforces traffic laws and illegal drug and alcohol violations. Also provides certified child safety seat installation. Dial 9-1-1 for emergency assistance.

Lake County 211

Provides monthly financial assistance up to $450 to help Township residents in need. Assists with rent/mortgage, utilities, or medical expenses. Provides temporary aide while individual finds a job or waits for benefits approval.

Lake County 211

Offers outpatient treatment for adults with opiate addiction. Includes detoxification and Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) services. Also offers methadone maintenance therapy to treat opiate use.

Lake County 211

Offers monthly financial support for residents who cannot work or are seeking employment. Provides support for basic needs including rent, utilities, medical expenses, and food.

Lake County 211

Provides volunteers to help with minor home tasks for Village residents 70 years and older. Services include yard maintenance, snow removal, window washing, and minor home repairs. Also provides the services of police offers for daily wellness calls, home visits, and lockbox installation for first responder access.

Lake County 211

Provides general dental care for children and adults. Services include:

• Dental exams and routine care
• Electronic Dental Records
• Referrals to orthodontics

Lake County 211

Responsible for repairing and maintaining roads in Waukegan Township, including:

• Storm water management
• Sandbag distribution during emergency flooding
• Roadside mowing and tree trimming
• Snowplowing and ice control
• Street light and traffic sign maintenance

Lake County 211

Offers job assistance for individuals with developmental disabilities. Helps individuals search, prepare, and maintain paid employment.

Lake County 211

Offers tax exemption to property owners who are rebuilding following a natural disaster. A natural disaster can include, but not limited to:

• Fire
• Flood
• Earthquake
• Wind
• Storm
• Extended period of severe inclement weather

Lake County 211

Offers after school program for North Chicago Community Highschool students. Provides age-appropriate after school and summer activities for Lake County youth ages 5-18 years. Programming includes a snack, hot dinner, and homework help. Also offers the following:

• Homework assistance
• Health/athletic activities
• Outdoor activities
• Cultural arts
• Leadership development activities
• Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) activities
• Career exploration
• Character development

Lake County 211

Serves as health center with variety of outpatient services. Provides Pediatric Services, Women's Health Services, Primary Care Services, and Dental Services. Pediatric Health Services: Provides complete care to children from birth to age 18. Services include: developmental assessments, hearing and dental screening as well as basic vision testing, and immunizations, and lead testing. Women's Health Services: Provides a wide range of outpatient comprehensive services for women of all ages. Services include counseling, prenatal, and gynecological care. Primary Care Services: Offers a broad spectrum of personal and community services directed at individuals and families of all races, genders and ages who are unable to access the private medical sector. Dental Care Services: Provides primary dental care for children and adults. Services include: dental exams, cleaning, and referrals to Orthodontics.

Lake County 211

Offers outpatient treatment for adults with opiate addiction. Includes detoxification and Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) services. Also offers methadone maintenance therapy to treat opiate use.

Lake County 211

Recruits and trains volunteers to serve as advocates for children in foster care. Volunteers are matched to a child in need and provide them with stability and support. Volunteer responsibilities include: Ensuring the child's safety, well-being, and basic needs are met while in foster care Advocating for the child during court proceedings Monitoring child's educational progress Advocating for the child until they are placed in a permanent home

Lake County 211

Provides sexual health services for Lake County residents ages 12 years and older. Provides comprehensive care and prevention services, including:

• HIV testing, counseling, and care
• Hepatitis C screening, counseling, and care
• Hepatitis A/B and HPV vaccinations
• STI testing, counseling, and treatment
• LGBTQ+ and gender health services
• PrEP and nPEP medication
• Support groups
• Needle exchange
• Safe sex supplies
• Referrals for related medical and behavioral health services

Lake County 211

Promotes a variety of social and sports programs for youth and adults. Facilities include an ice rink, aquatic center, golf course, and miniature golf.

Lake County 211

Short term therapeutic approach to reducing suspension time in schools. Can be used for alcohol/drug, aggression, and/or sexting violations. Typically 6 sessions with a licensed therapist and includes the following topics: Comprehensive assessment Psychology education Counseling on decision making Coping skills Sessions are conducted on an individual basis but also offers groups from time to time on specific issues, such as: Alcohol/Drug Use Coping Skills Decision Making Anger Management Tools Respect for Self & Others Sessions are conducted at participating schools that the student attends.

Lake County 211

Provides help completing and submitting applications for immigration issues, such as: Citizenship applications Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) Renewal of permanent residency card Temporary Protected Status (TPS) Know Your Rights Information Sessions Also provides full legal representation for complicated immigration cases involving asylum petitions.

Lake County 211

Provides mental health counseling services for youth dealing with depression or anxiety.

Lake County 211

Provides prescription drug and sharps disposal boxes for outdated or unused prescription drugs. The collection boxes are located in the police department lobby. Items acceptable for the prescription disposal box include:

• Prescription medications, including controlled substances
• All over-the counter medications
• Medication samples
• Pet medications
• Vitamins and supplements
• Medicated ointments, lotions, creams and oils
• Liquid medication in leak-proof containers
• Homeopathic remedies

Items not acceptable for deposit in the collection box are:

• Needles/sharps
• Syringes with needles
• Thermometers
• IV bags
• Bloody or infectious waste
• Personal care products
• Empty containers
• Hydrogen Peroxide

Sharps Container available in the lobby for needle disposal. Sharps include:

• Syringes
• Hypodermic Needles
• Needles attached to tubing
• Lancets

To properly dispose of needles, do the following:

• Must use an approved disposal container that fits inside the disposal bin
• DO NOT deposit any loose sharps into the collection bin

Lake County 211

Provides grants up to $60,000 to assist low-to moderate income households to complete critical home repairs, including:

• Roofing
• Windows & doors
• Heating & cooling
• Electrical
• Plumbing
• Lead Based Paint, mold and asbestos remediation
• Kitchens
• Bathrooms
• Flooring
• Foundation and structural repairs
• Wheelchair ramps
• Widening doorways
• Accessible kitchens and bathrooms

Also provides loans of up to $25,000 for repairs, accessibility improvements and other home improvements.

Lake County 211