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Family Life Skills

Location Name
Family Life Skills
20 Poland Road, Danville, IL 61832

Designed to fine-tune and bring enrichment to any relationship, whether abuse is present or not. Topics covered in class include safely dealing with anger, defining and identifying abuse, male and female differences, how to communicate effectively, conflict resolution, forgiveness, developing trust, learning what healthy and lasting relationships look like and are, and parenting skills.

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Western Nebraska Community College - Alliance

Location Name
Western Nebraska Community College - Alliance
1750 Sweetwater Avenue, Alliance, NE 69301

Community college.

GED preparation and testing.

ESL - English as a Second language classes.

Adult basic education, including literacy, job seeking, and life skills education.

Citizenship preparation.

Tutors available in various locations in the Panhandle.

Single parent / displaced homemaker program provides career counseling, dependent care, non-traditional training, skills training, technology training, books and tuition, personal counseling, support groups, and transportation. Contact a student services advisor for information.

Veterans Upward Bound programs offer intensive basic skills development and short-term remedial courses for military veterans to help them successfully transition to post-secondary education.

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The Arc of Winnebago, Boone, and Ogle Counties

Location Name
The Arc of Winnebago, Boone, and Ogle Counties
2820 McFarland Road, Rockford, IL 61107

Offers life skills training workshops for building capacity for independence.

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Catholic Charities Diocese of Joliet - Will County Office

Location Name
Catholic Charities Diocese of Joliet - Will County Office
16555 Weber Road, Crest Hill, IL 60403

Offers community classes covering a variety of topics including Life Skills Training - Family Life Series, Stepping Up, personal development, anger management, and Positive Parenting.

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Omaha Home for Boys - Independent Living Campus

Location Name
Omaha Home for Boys - Independent Living Campus
919 North 48th Street, Omaha, NE 68132
Provides support to young adults to develop the skills and confidence needed to live self-sufficient, productive lives. Young people in the program work with their Independent Living Specialist to set goals in three focus areas: education, employment and independent living. With the guidance of their Specialist, young adults learn and practice skills to help them achieve their goals and thrive as independent adults.
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Sinnissippi Centers - Oregon Office

Location Name
Sinnissippi Centers - Oregon Office
100 Jefferson Street, Oregon, IL 61061

Offers a wide range of behavioral healthcare and integrated care services. Services include the following:

Individualized Treatment Services includes, comprehensive mental health and substance use assessment, counseling services, crisis stabilization, life skills development, and dual diagnosis services.

Substance use treatment services includes, outpatient treatment services, DUI evaluations and risk education, substance abuse education, substance use counseling, and Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT).

Psychiatric services include, medication assessment, medication monitoring, psychiatric services available in all Sinnissippi Centers' main office locations.

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Rooted for Good

Location Name
Rooted for Good
2280 Bethany Road, Dekalb, IL 60115

Provides agricultural and life skills services to individuals with developmental disabilities. Also provides a food pantry and mobile meal program. Works with Dekalb School District 428 on food education for students.

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On With Life, Inc. - New Horizons Center

Location Name
On With Life, Inc. - New Horizons Center
718 NE Grant Street, Ankeny, IA 50021

Provides day and respite services, addresses individual needs and desires for care, for informed choices and the individual's vision for the future. OWL is an approved provider for the Brain Injury Waiver Program, which was created by Iowa State Legislature in 1996. Services provided through the program include, supported Community Living-designed to assist the consumer with daily living needs, which includes, but are not limited to, community skills, personal needs, budgeting, social skills, home management and individual advocacy.

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Northwestern Medicine - Valley West Hospital

Location Name
Northwestern Medicine - Valley West Hospital
1302 North Main Street, Sandwich, IL 60548

Mental health case management. Aids in assessment, planning, and support for a variety of needs. Assists with housing, public income entitlements, accessing various services, and more.

Case management services include, advocacy for mental health and other services, identifying and linking individuals with necessary resources, building skills for daily living.

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Woodward Community Based Services

Location Name
Woodward Community Based Services
6200 Aurora Avenue, Suite 400W, Urbandale, IA 50322

Provides assistance in age-appropriate techniques to manage a child’s behavior in school, at home, and in the community. Offers individualized services to focus on developing crucial life-skills involving action-oriented interventions for both the child and their family.

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Catholic Charities Diocese of Joliet - DuPage County Office

Location Name
Catholic Charities Diocese of Joliet - DuPage County Office
3040 Finley Road, Suite 200, Downers Grove, IL 60515

Offers community classes covering a variety of topics including Life Skills Training - Family Life Series, Stepping Up, personal development, anger management, and Positive Parenting.

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Catholic Charities Diocese of Joliet - Daybreak Center

Location Name
Catholic Charities Diocese of Joliet - Daybreak Center
611 East Cass Street, Joliet, IL 60432

Provides emergency housing and supportive services to homeless individuals and families. Services include case management, information and referral to community resources, education assistance, workshops, and access to food pantry.

Cold Shelter available on nights when it is 20F or below.

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ATLAS of Lyon County

Location Name
ATLAS of Lyon County
112 First Avenue, Rock Rapids, IA 51246

Offers educational courses which are free to the public. Each month a different topic is explored. Vouchers to ATLAS's Christmas Store or School Supply drives may be earned by attendees for active participation.

Courses offered may vary and may cover topics such as:

- Public Speaking

- Setting Boundaries

- Learning to Budget

- Grief Recovery

- Life Skills for Teens

- Parenting

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RISE Behavioral Health and Wellness

Location Name
RISE Behavioral Health and Wellness
114 West Houghton Street, Tuscola, IL 61953
Offers those in need the opportunity to practice learned skills within the community. The program offers opportunities for clients to enhance their life skills, deal with day-to-day symptoms and life issues, manage their medication, leisure activities, social skills, health issues, and strategies to prevent isolation.
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Youth Service Bureau

Location Name
Youth Service Bureau
2901 Normandy Road, Springfield, IL 62703

Provides outreach, emergency shelter, interim housing, and transitional living services to homeless youth ages 16-24. Services include:

-- Shelter and/or Housing

-- Individual counseling

-- Drug and alcohol assessments

-- Tutoring for GED and High School diplomas

-- Employment services

-- Money management

-- Life Skills

-- Referrals with other community resources.

Youth under the age of 18 will reside at shelter located in Springfield. Those over 18 may reside at the shelter, receive interim emergency housing in a community apartment, or reside in their own community-based apartments.

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Sinnissippi Centers - Mt. Carroll Office

Location Name
Sinnissippi Centers - Mt. Carroll Office
1122 Healthcare Drive, Mount Carroll, IL 61053

Offers a wide range of behavioral healthcare and integrated care services. Services include the following:

Individualized Treatment Services includes, comprehensive mental health and substance use assessment, counseling services, crisis stabilization, life skills development, and dual diagnosis services.

Substance use treatment services includes, outpatient treatment services, DUI evaluations and risk education, substance abuse education, substance use counseling, and Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT).

Psychiatric services include, medication assessment, medication monitoring, psychiatric services available in all Sinnissippi Centers' main office locations.

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Lifelong Access

Location Name
Lifelong Access
2000 Jacobssen Drive, Normal, IL 61761

Provides transition service programs to prepare students for adult life based on their goals, interests, and abilities.

Programs include:

- Transition Club; a weekly after-school program for students who will be transitioning from high school to adulthood

- S.T.A.R.; a spring break program for students to learn independent living skills, public transportation, employment, and residential options

- S.T.W.S.P.; a one-week program for students who are interested in preparing for employment and is designed for students who need increased staff support

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Washington Street Mission

Location Name
Washington Street Mission
408 North 4th Street, Springfield, IL 62702

Provides a weekly, volunteer led life skills class focused on four core areas of recovery, housing, well-being, and employment. Classes are held every Wednesday at 12:30pm.

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Maze of Life Resource Center - Joliet

Location Name
Maze of Life Resource Center - Joliet
210 North Hammes Avenue, Joliet, IL 60432

Provides programs and training for adults, including:

- Life skills training

- Counseling

- Life and health coaching

- Health and wellness training

- Career coaching and job application/resume training

- Financial literacy

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Freedom for Youth Ministries - Des Moines

Location Name
Freedom for Youth Ministries - Des Moines
2301 Hickman Road, Des Moines, IA 50310

Offers work training to young men and women 18-25. Program offers opportunities in job training, goal setting, life skill classes, and discipleship.

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Cunningham Children's Home

Location Name
Cunningham Children's Home
1301 North Cunningham Avenue, Champaign, IL 61802

Provides special education services to students, ages 5 to 21, diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Classroom placements are determined by grade, ability levels and communication needs. The program utilizes Structured Teacch and Applied Behavior Analysis.

Bridge to Independence Program serves students aged 18-21, offering personalized chances to earn graduation credits. Emphasizing practical life and social skills, students are expected to secure and keep employment. Vocational training is mandatory, and “Bridge Entrepreneurial Projects” offer extra opportunities.

K –12 students, classrooms have a clear structure, using varied teaching methods and ongoing assessments. Students face stimulating materials and are motivated to showcase their knowledge and skills creatively and traditionally.

Vocational Services around 50-60% of students receive vocational services, covering career exploration, resume development, skills training, and hands-on work experiences.

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Sinnissippi Centers - Town Square Centre / Drop in Center

Location Name
Sinnissippi Centers - Town Square Centre / Drop in Center
102 South Hennepin Avenue, Dixon, IL 61021

Offers a wide range of behavioral healthcare and integrated care services. Services include the following:

Individualized Treatment Services includes, comprehensive mental health and substance use assessment, counseling services, crisis stabilization, life skills development, and dual diagnosis services.

Substance use treatment services includes, outpatient treatment services, DUI evaluations and risk education, substance abuse education, substance use counseling, and Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT).

Psychiatric services include, medication assessment, medication monitoring, psychiatric services available in all Sinnissippi Centers' main office locations.

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MorningStar Mission Ministries - Drop In Center

Location Name
MorningStar Mission Ministries - Drop In Center
364 East Washington Street, Joliet, IL 60433

Offers a variety of services for men, women, and children experiencing homelessness, gives guests a safe place to be during the day with heating and cooling. Services include: Computer Learning Center, Referrals to community resources, job search assistance, life skills training, assistance with rental applications, and emergency clothing vouchers.

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Cunningham Children's Home

Location Name
Cunningham Children's Home
1301 North Cunningham Avenue, Champaign, IL 61802

Provides intensive case management for adults and families who are experiencing homelessness or are at risk of homelessness. Program will assist clients with obtaining and retaining stable housing and employment while developing essential life skills. Also provides transitional and independent living for DCFS referrals.

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Omaha Bridges Out of Poverty, Inc.

Location Name
Omaha Bridges Out of Poverty, Inc.
4353 North 51st Plaza, Omaha, NE 68104

Using an evidence-based poverty alleviation curriculum, individuals attend an 8-10 week long Getting Ahead class in a cohort of 12-14 people meeting once or twice per week, followed by Life Skill Coaching with certified coaches for as long as needed.

Individuals identify resources, tools, and skills needed to remove barriers to success in their lives. Participants, aka “Investigators”, investigate the root causes of poverty and how to make changes needed in their lives toward stability and self-sufficiency, through learning soft skills, SMART goal setting, building assets, decreasing debts, increasing salary and wages, learning and discussing hidden rules of economic classes, learning emotional regulation, and much more.

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