C.A.R.E. for P.E.T.S. (County Animal Rescue Endowment for Providing Enrichment Through Support) is dedicated to enhancing the well-being of pets in Winnebago County through community outreach services. Their mission focuses on improving the health, safety, and retention of pets, aiming to reduce the number of animals entering and housed at Animal Services. For more information, visit C.A.R.E. for P.E.T.S..

Remedies Renewing Lives Domestic Violence Program offers 24-hour emergency shelter and hotline services. They provide confidential support and all services for survivors of domestic violence are free of charge. For more information, call 815-962-6102 or visit Remedies Renewing Lives.

The City of Rockford Health & Human Services Department functions as the designated public Community Action Agency for Winnebago and Boone Counties. It operates to break the cycle of generational poverty and mitigate the immediate effects of poverty on individuals, families, and neighborhoods within the community. More details can be found on their website.

Rockford Area Habitat for Humanity - ReStore supports the mission by selling donated home goods, furniture, appliances, and building materials. Proceeds fund Habitat's homebuilding projects. For more information, visit Rockford Area Habitat for Humanity - ReStore.

Rockford Rescue Mission offers Christ-centered care to individuals facing challenges such as homelessness, poverty, abuse, and addiction. They provide essential services aimed at restoring dignity and hope through compassionate support and practical assistance. For more information, visit Rockford Rescue Mission.

UW Health provides expertise and quality care to patients and families throughout Wisconsin and northern Illinois. Their mission is to advance health without compromise through service, scholarship, science, and social responsibility. For more information, visit UW Health.

The Workforce Connection is a business-led board that serves as the regional resource for workforce development in Boone, Stephenson, and Winnebago counties in Northern Illinois. They aim to facilitate employment opportunities, training programs, and economic development initiatives to strengthen the local workforce. For more information, visit The Workforce Connection.

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The Civil Justice Clinic at the Northern Illinois University (NIU) College of Law engages in client-centered lawyering on behalf of senior citizens and survivors who have experienced domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking and elder abuse. NIU law students — under special law license from the Illinois Supreme Court — provide free legal services to eligible clients under the supervision of their NIU clinical professor who is an Illinois licensed attorney. For more information, visit the NIU College of Law Civil Justice Clinic.

Prairie State Legal Services (PSLS) offers legal help without charge to help survivors of domestic violence to be safe and to provide for their basic human needs. The organization also helps low-income residents and older adults in a variety of legal issues that may present barriers to adequate housing, government benefits, utility services, appropriate education for children, and other matters. Go to www.pslegal.org for more information or call 815-965-2902.

The Winnebago County State’s Attorney’s Office serves the interests of the People of Winnebago County by seeking justice for victims and survivors of family violence, holding offenders accountable while restoring hope and peace for families in our community. For more information, visit http://wincoil.us/departments/states-attorney/.

For assistance in connecting to these resources or to learn more about how we can support your needs, contact the Family Peace Center.

The mission of the Rockford Fire Department is to protect the lives and property of the community through fire, emergency medical, and life safety services. For more information, visit Rockford Fire Department.

The Domestic Violence Unit of the Rockford Police Department investigates reports of domestic violence and abuse and assists in the prosecution of persons suspected of domestic violence and abuse. The unit also works toward the prevention of these crimes by combining its efforts with the efforts of survivor, survivor support and education agencies and the community. For more information, call (779) 500-6636.

The Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office protects lives, property and ensures peace in Winnebago County. For more information, visit http://www.winnebagosheriff.com/.

The 17th Judicial Circuit Court is the Illinois court of original jurisdiction in Winnebago County and Boone County. The mission of the Illinois Judicial Branch is to protect the rights and liberties of all by providing equal access to justice, resolving disputes, and upholding law. For more information, visit 17th Judicial Circuit Court.

For assistance in connecting to these resources or to learn more about how we can support your needs, contact the Family Peace Center.

The Carrie Lynn Children’s Center is dedicated to minimizing trauma for child survivors by enhancing the efficiency of systems responding to allegations of child sexual abuse and severe physical abuse. Their multidisciplinary team approach reduces the need for children to recount their experiences multiple times and surrounds them with immediate support and services. For more information, visit Carrie Lynn Children’s Center.

Children’s Safe Harbor offers safe child exchange and supervised visitation services at no cost. They accept referrals from courts, agencies, and self-requests, ensuring children can maintain relationships with non-custodial parents in a safe environment. For more information, visit Children’s Safe Harbor or call (815) 316-7772.

Youth Services Network (YSN) provides a comprehensive array of services to children, adults, and families in our community. Their offerings include counseling, play therapy, case management, employment training, tutoring, mentoring, recreation, life skills, and homeless services, all delivered with expertise in trauma treatment and cultural sensitivity. For more information, visit Youth Services Network or call 815-986-1947.

For assistance in connecting to these resources or to learn more about how we can support your family, contact the Family Peace Center.

Family Counseling Services offers individual, family, couples, and group therapy to adults and children. They accept all insurance, including Medicaid and Medicare. They also have a sliding fee scale for individuals who are not insured, and never refuse services for a person’s inability to pay. They have highly trained and licensed clinicians that include both LCSW’s and LCPC’s with specialized domestic violence training. For more information, visit their website at https://www.familycounselingrockford.org or call 815-962-5585.

Rosecrance is a leading provider of treatment services for individuals with substance use and mental health disorders. Nearly 50,000 children, teens, adults and families receive help each year. For more information, call 815-391-1000 or visit www.rosecrance.org.

Brightpoint, formerly Children’s Home & Aid, is dedicated to supporting families and children through a range of services aimed at overcoming obstacles like poverty, trauma, and systemic barriers. They prioritize prevention and data-driven solutions to create brighter futures for families in Illinois. For more information about their services, visit Brightpoint.

NAMI Illinois offers support, guidance, and understanding to anyone concerned about mental health and the treatment of mental illness. For more information, visit NAMI Illinois.

OSF Trauma Recovery Center provides specialized care for individuals who have experienced trauma, including survivors of interpersonal violence. Their services focus on trauma recovery and mental health support, ensuring individuals receive compassionate care and effective treatment. For more information, visit OSF HealthCare.

For assistance in connecting to these resources or to learn more about how we can support your family, contact the Family Peace Center.

RAASE seeks to end the demand for sexually exploited individuals through preventative measures, survivor protection, accountability of violators, and community engagement. For more information, visit RAASE.

For assistance in connecting to these resources or to learn more about how we can support your needs, contact the Family Peace Center.

Rockford Sexual Assault Counseling provides comprehensive services to survivors of sexual assault and abuse, including crisis intervention, medical advocacy, legal advocacy, counseling, prevention education, and professional training. All services are free and confidential. For more information, visit Rockford Sexual Assault Counseling or call 815-636-9811.

Healing Home Ayurveda offers inclusive women and child health services to sustain wellness and prevent disease through the timeless wisdom and nature-based holistic science of Ayurveda. They provide care focused on maintaining health and preventing illness through natural and traditional methods. For more information, visit Healing Home Ayurveda.