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Provides a treatment program for concerned persons who have been negatively affected by addiction. By understanding chemical dependency and receiving support, family members can better cope with the stress caused by addiction. Without treatment, the family illness can continue to progress, however, recovery for family members can occur even if the chemically dependent person keeps using. This program is a combination of education and groups for support.

Offers an education based program for pregnant women. Services provided include: Screening and education in areas of prenatal care, dental, social and nutrition; Assistance in obtaining a medical provider and dentist; Assistance in applying for Medicaid; and Referrals to WIC and other medical/social services.

Provides library services, including CDs, movies, and video games. Some materials may be accessed online using a library card. Services may also include computers for internet access and word processing, reference service and interlibrary loans, FAX, photocopy services, state and federal tax forms. Meeting rooms are available for community non-profit groups.

Outpatient assessments, referrals, intensive outpatient treatment, and peer support related to substance use. Through these interventions, the client with a substance abuse issue learns their issues are not unique and can be addressed. Family and loved ones are also taught coping skills to assist them in supporting the user build a healthier lifestyle.

Level I Outpatient Therapy provides professionally directed evaluation, treatment and recovery services for individuals experiencing a substance use disorder. Treatment services are provided in group or individual sessions or a combination of both, depending on an individual’s needs. Treatment typically lasts 12 weeks.

The Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) is a group-focused, non-residential program for adults 19 and older. IOP is more in-depth than traditional outpatient treatment services, offering a minimum of 10 hours of treatment per week. IOP typically lasts six to eight weeks. Intensive groups meet for three-hour sessions, three days a week. Each participant must also attend at least one additional individual or family session each week. Services are available days and evenings.

Substance Use Evaluations are specialized assessments used to clinically determine possible substance use issues, with recommendations for an appropriate level of care if determined to be medically necessary.

Recipients are awarded up to $500 to pursue formal education or occupational training at an accredited Illinois educational institution. Funding is provided through the Community Service Block Grant (CSBG).

Designed to provide financial assistance to low-income and disadvantaged persons of high academic attainment or potential. Preference is given to applicants of racial or ethnic minorities.

Education and training made possible through the scholarships include either general education to achieve short-term training (two years or less) in high technology or growth occupation, or general post-secondary education.

Works to build a business community through effective communication, stakeholder engagement, and the promotion of tourism development. Offers strategies for marketing and enhancing local tourism, including initiatives to support the development or expansion of tourist facilities such as cultural or historic sites, scenic areas, theme parks, entertainment venues, and educational or cultural centers.

Provides a senior center where seniors can come to share companionship, meals, and recreational activities. Services include congregate and home delivered meals, recreational activities that include a pool and exercise equipment, quilting, painting, bingo, exercise classes, and bowling.

Senior centers provide a place for congregate meals, as well as social activities, games, educational programs, etc.

Provides uninsured/underinsured individuals age 18 and older with access to medical eye exams. Matches patients with a volunteer ophthalmologist in their area.

OIffers to promote and enhance the Lake Mills area.

12-week exercise program for the healthy aging population.  The goal is to improve overall health and building confidence to participate in future exercise programs.  

Provides community resource flyers and information offering referrals to programming. 

Provides help to low-income people and families buy food.

Offers the Restaurant Meals Program, which allows eligible SNAP customers to buy meals at authorized restaurants. (Available to SNAP customers who are homeless, elderly, and/or disabled.)

The LINK card is accepted at many farmers' markets.

Expedited/Emergency SNAP Benefits may be available (in 5 days or less from the date of application) to eligible clients if:

- Monthly income, cash, and bank accounts are less than client's rent or mortgage plus utility costs, OR

- Monthly income is less than $150 and client's cash and bank accounts are not more than $100, OR

- At least one person in the household is a migrant farm worker and client's cash and bank accounts are not more than $100.

Provides a wide range of primary healthcare services for infants, children, and teenagers, including treatment for common illnesses, management of chronic conditions, preventive care, immunizations, and mental and behavioral health support.

Also provides the HealthySteps program, for children ages 0–5.

Offers to address and focus on prevention, intervention, detection and reporting elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation by presenting the senior consumer with options to enhance and protect their life and independence.

Assists property homeowners, who need a small home repair completed in their home in McHenry County. Senior Services maintains a pool of volunteers and service organizations that are able to help with small handyman tasks and yard maintenance.

Staff can also provide a list to connect seniors to preferred professional service providers and individuals for private pay who have consented to a background and reference screening process. This list is a reliable substitute to choosing an unknown service provider from the phone book. Preferred providers are available to perform general home repairs and odd jobs, plumbing, window washing, waste removal, lawn maintenance, snow removal, etc. Based on availability, financial assistance may be an option for seniors who qualify."