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Medical/Health and Wellness Resources

  • United Way of St. Clair County

    United Way of St. Clair County supports a variety of local health and human services programs to empower residents to raise their quality of life.

    Programs supported through United Way of St. Clair County include:

  • University of Illinois Hospital & Clinics’ Inclusive Healthcare and Policies

    The University of Illinois Hospital & Clinics is nationally recognized for its inclusive healthcare and policies related to LGBTQ patients, visitors and staff.

    UI Health was named an “LGBTQ Health Care Equality Top Performer” by the Human Rights Campaign’s 2020 Health Equality Index, an annual survey that evaluates health systems on key criteria for non-discrimination policies and practices.

  • Vaccine Information for Parents With Children With Disabilities

    Vax for All provides vaccine information and other helpful tips for parents and caregivers of a child with autism and other disabilities. Resources on the website include:

    • Stories, videos and other kid-friendly disability resources
    • How vaccines work – explanations for children and adults
    • A vaccine appointment scheduling tool
    • Information about in-home vaccine appointments for children in Illinois

    Parents may text HELLO to (260) VAX-4ALL / (260) 829-425 to find information or chat.

    Para obtener información sobre cómo vacunar a su hijo, envíe un mensaje de texto con HOLA al (260) 829-4255.

  • Vaccines.gov

    Hosted by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and VaccineFinder from Boston Children’s Hospital, Vaccines.gov provides information and help with:

    • Finding recommended vaccines for respiratory viruses, including COVID-19, the flu and RSV
    • Making an appointment
    • Answering frequently asked questions about the vaccines

  • Variety – The Children’s Charity of Illinois

    Variety of Illinois’ mission is to improve the quality of life for children with disabilities by providing the equipment and experiences needed to reach their highest potential.

    Its programs include Variety at Play, which offers inclusive, accessible activities for the whole family; Kids on the Go that provides mobility equipment not covered by insurance for children with disabilities; and Live to Achieve that encourages participation and excellence in adaptive sports.

  • Variety – The Children’s Charity of St. Louis

    Variety’s St. Louis location serves children and teens with special needs under the age of 21 and their families living in 30 counties in Missouri and Illinois surrounding St. Louis.

    The charity aims to help children with disabilities fulfill their potential by providing access to vital medical equipment, therapy and innovative programs. The Illinois counties in Variety’s service area are: Bond, Calhoun, Clay, Clinton, Fayette, Greene, Jersey, Macoupin, Madison, Marion, Monroe, Montgomery, Randolph, St. Clair, Washington.

    Opportunities include:

    • Variety family social groups
    • Venturing Crew inclusive program for youth ages 14-20
    • Adventure Camp
    • Performing arts

  • Vax Verify Illinois

    The Illinois Department of Public Health Vax Verify portal (also known as the Illinois Resident Immunization portal) provides access to your official immunization records.

    You must be 18 years old or older to create a Vax Verify account or have legal guardianship of a minor to add them to your account.

  • Virtual Care Package for Caregivers

    The Illinois Respite Coalition put together this Virtual Care Package with free virtual resources to help caregivers take time for themselves.

    It includes links to podcasts, playlists, exercises and other tips for caregivers.

  • Warm Neighbors, Cool Friends Energy Assistance Foundation Program

    Warm Neighbors Cool Friends (WNCF) Energy Assistance Foundation provides year-round help with energy bills and making homes more energy efficient for income-qualified families.  The program helps low-to-moderate-income individuals and families who don’t qualify for federal assistance.  Visit the WNCF website to learn about:

    • Income and eligibility guidelines
    • Program coverage areas
    • Help for weatherizing your home
    • Energy bill payment programs

  • WCG CenterWatch Clinical Trials

    WCG CenterWatch can help clinical trial participants and caregivers identify clinical research opportunities and take the first steps to participate.