Resources for Brown
The Illinois Department of Public Health provides a directory of local health departments at www.idph.state.il.us/LHDMap/HealthRegions.aspx.
All children have unique needs in emergencies, but care for children with special healthcare needs is often more complex because of their various health conditions and extra care requirements. They may have a hard time moving...
The micropantries in Springfield and its surrounding communities in Sangamon County operate independently and allow people to take what they need and leave what they can. The City of Springfield provides a a list of...
The Feeding America nationwide network of food banks and food programs helps millions of people find food and grocery help in their communities every year. Connect with your local food bank to learn about upcoming free food...
Information from Family Voices on how families of children with special healthcare needs can prepare for emergencies.
The Illinois Department of Human Services Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) helps people with disabilities achieve full community participation through employment, education and independent living opportunities. Use the DORS office locator to find an office...
Serves the greater Springfield community by providing referrals, food, clothing, shelter, financial assistance and other programs. (217) 753-3939
CaringInfo, a program of the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization, provides free resources to educate and empower patients and caregivers to make decisions about serious illness and end-of-life care and services. The site provides guides...
To be able to care for the people you love, you must first take care of yourself. The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) provides tips, tools and resources to help caregivers take care of...
The Illinois Deaf and Hard of Hearing Commission maintains a directory of sign language interpreters. You can search the directory by an interpreter’s name or by region/county.