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Group homes of four to eight individuals with 24/7 staff support. Dietician-directed meal program tailored to individual needs. Also offers assistance for individuals who live in their own home or apartment but also need help every now and then.

Public library providing access to materials, including print, electronic, streaming, and downloadable items. Materials are available for circulation and in-house reference use.

Programs offered that encourage family literacy and children’s access to the arts.

Computers which users can access to do word processing, resume writing, and spreadsheets.

The mobile library has a set of designated stops to serve all of Rock Island, Milan, and Blackhawk Township. The library on wheels includes access to print and electronic materials, as well as WiFi, tablets, and computers.

Offers assistance for older adults, who might otherwise need nursing home care, to remain in their own homes by providing in-home and community-based services. Services include comprehensive care coordination, adult day services, in-home services (cleaning, meals, laundry, shopping/running errands, and personal hygiene), emergency home response service, and automated medication dispenser service.

Offers integrated solutions designed to support the health and well-being of older adults in their own homes. The focus on well-being is designed to enhance the independence of those served and help them live lives of enhanced purpose and meaning. Services range from short-term rehabilitation to physical therapy. In-Home Services From light housekeeping to meal prep to assistance with medications and accompaniment to medical appointments.

Tutoring for children under age 12 from low income families. Dyslexia tutoring available.

Job readiness training class and work experience training and community service opportunities available. Transportation to job fairs (must meet qualifications; determined upon intake). Computer lab available to fill out applications on line. GED classes and adult dyslexia tutoring also available.

Workshops and classes related to financial education.

Helps parents advocate on behalf of their children with learning disabilities. Right to Educate advocate for students with special needs, including dyslexia.

Funding to help families care for their children with disabilities at home include:

- Respite care

- Mileage, meals and lodging for long-distance medical trips

- Special equipment

- Home modifications

Funding to help families care for their children with disabilities at home include:

- Respite care

- Mileage, meals and lodging for long-distance medical trips

- Special equipment

- Home modifications

Offers a senior center. Provides a variety of programs for seniors in the area bingo, exercise programs, educational programs, other social activities are offered, other services include, senior health insurance and Medicare questions, and discount license plates.

Provides a variety of summer camp options for the children of Air Force personnel.

Energy assistance program for low income households with assistance paying part of fuel bills through the winter months (Federal Fuel Assistance Program). Applications are accepted November-April. For those that are elderly or disabled, applications are accepted October-April. Call for an appointment. A letter has been sent to those who may be eligible for early application in August or September. **This program is not designed to pay a household's total energy costs. The program will provide supplemental assistance based on several factors. This is a one-time payment to your energy provider.

Provides financial resources, or refers individuals to the CBRAP program. For financial support, must have received an eviction notice to receive assistance with rent. Funding is limited to housing crises caused by situations beyond the individuals control, and requires documentation that the individual has the means to pay rent moving forward.

The Safety and Labor Standards division assists employers and workers with labor standards compliance issues, including resolution of wage complaints and child labor complaints.

Also administers the Contractor Registration Act, the Employee Classification Act, the Farm Labor Contractors Act and the Meatpacking Industry Workers Bill of Rights.

At the request of private employers, the agency conducts no-cost safety and health consultations to assist businesses in identifying potential hazards.