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LifeThrive - Fayette County

Location Name
LifeThrive - Fayette County
1121 North 6th Street, Vandalia, IL 62471

Offers therapy that uses animals to treat patients emotionally and physically. The therapy is very effective in treating veterans, autism spectrum disorders, behavioral issues, depression, anxiety, attachment issues, and numerous other common concerns of clients.

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United Way of the Midlands

Assisi Animal Foundation

Location Name
Assisi Animal Foundation
Address Confidential, Crystal Lake, IL 60039

A no-kill animal shelter that provides shelter, care, and suitable homes for animals when possible. Other programs include:

- Animal Assisted Therapy: brings pets to residents of nursing facilities, assisted living, Alzheimer's Centers, and residential disability centers.

- Dog Bite Prevention Education: visits schools and other groups to teach children the basics of animal behavior and how to avoid getting bitten by dogs and cats.

- Continuing Care: provides shelter and care for pets if their owners become unavailable to care for them.

- Arm Chair Adoptions: Individuals who are unable to care for a pet in their home can "adopt" a pet that lives at the animal shelter, and the individual receives letters and photos of their pet.

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Circle of Change Dog Programs

Location Name
Circle of Change Dog Programs
Address Confidential, Rockford, IL 61110

​Provides a supportive, trauma-informed space where veterans and first responders can work with dogs on mutual healing and connection. The classes are flexible, stand-alone, and drop-in friendly. The program uses dog training and peer mentorship to help participants develop coping mechanisms and adapt to life's challenges, especially those stemming from service-related experiences. The sessions are structured to be a "no-judgment zone" where participants can feel safe. The program's objective is to cultivate resilience, enhance social-emotional health, and significantly reduce suicide risk for veterans and first responders.

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United Way of the Midlands

FHN Family Counseling Center

Location Name
FHN Family Counseling Center
421 West Exchange Street, Freeport, IL 61032

Offers a range of services, including:

-- Behavioral health assessment and treatment planning.

-- Individual therapy.

-- Family/marital/couples therapy.

-- Divorce mediation.

-- Divorce transition assistance for parents and children.

-- Group therapy.

-- Psychological assessment.

-- Crisis services.

-- Substance abuse prevention and education.

-- Pet therapy.

-- Home visiting program for children who are exhibiting behavior health concerns.

-- Outpatient behavioral health care.

-- Parenting education.

-- Psychiatry services.

Telehealth appointments are available.

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United Way of the Midlands

LifeThrive - Jefferson County

Location Name
LifeThrive - Jefferson County
403 C North 42nd Street, Mount Vernon, IL 62864

Offers therapy that uses animals to treat patients emotionally and physically. The therapy is very effective in treating veterans, autism spectrum disorders, behavioral issues, depression, anxiety, attachment issues, and numerous other common concerns of clients.

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United Way of the Midlands

LyonHeart Equine Assisted Learning

Location Name
LyonHeart Equine Assisted Learning
3135 West 22nd Street, Kearney, NE 68845

LyonHeart Equine Assisted Learning partners horses and youth in strategic learning opportunities which empower youth to overcome social, emotional, behavioral and educational challenges. Horses connect with participants in a way that builds confidence, leading to a positive mindset and incredible outcomes.

LH-EAL is a non-riding facility. Facilitators are trained educators and volunteers who ensure safety of youth and horses. Programs include: HorsePowered Math, Reading and Life Skills.

Teamwork activities are available for businesses and groups of all ages.

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United Way of the Midlands

LifeThrive - Williamson County

Location Name
LifeThrive - Williamson County
4505 West Deyoung Street, Suite 203C, Marion, IL 62959

Offers therapy that uses animals to treat patients emotionally and physically. The therapy is very effective in treating veterans, autism spectrum disorders, behavioral issues, depression, anxiety, attachment issues, and numerous other common concerns of clients.

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United Way of the Midlands

Circle of Change Dog Programs

Location Name
Circle of Change Dog Programs
Address Confidential, Rockford, IL 61110

Offered to at-risk youth and focuses on building life skills and promoting mental wellness through a 24-week dog training program. Participants are taught foundational to advanced dog training skills, while also engaging in self-reflection and activities to improve their social-emotional health. The program is broken into three 8-week sessions, with each session focusing on different aspects of personal growth, such as building trust, confidence, and emotional awareness.

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United Way of the Midlands

LifeThrive - Jackson County

Location Name
LifeThrive - Jackson County
Corner of Streigel, 1001 North Beadle Drive, Carbondale, IL 62901

Offers therapy that uses animals to treat patients emotionally and physically. The therapy is very effective in treating veterans, autism spectrum disorders, behavioral issues, depression, anxiety, attachment issues, and numerous other common concerns of clients.

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United Way of the Midlands