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Autism Society of America Central Illinois Chapter Big Brothers Big Sisters of Sangamon County, Inc. Boys & Girls Clubs of Springfield Central Illinois Community Blood Center Children's Miracle Network of St.John's Children's Hospital with Special Needs You will link to an extensive list on another pageChrone’s & Colitis Foundation of America Girls & Boys Town National Hotline Habitat for Humanity of Sangamon County Illinois Early Learning Project The Lincoln Land Down Syndrome Society (LLDSS) National Center for Exploited and Missing Children Parks Directory Link to our page that shows the parks and playgrounds in Springfield & the surrounding communities Pet Corner Learn about the many area groups dedicated to helping our four-legged friends find home and receive the care they need.! Photo Gallery of Springfield Moms Community Events Poison Control Center Prairie Center Against Sexual Assault Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Illinois Link to our page to find the resources you needTornado and Storm Preparation Checklist from the Red Cross Women's Organizations: Social & Professional Young Parent Support Services – Family Service Center Young Springfield Professionals Network
Illinois Capital Area Chapter Serving Christian, Logan, Macoupin, Menard, Montgomery & Sangamon Counties P.O. Box 1058, Outer Park Drive, Springfield, IL 62704 (217) 787-7602; (888) 343-5766 Tornado and Storm Preparation Checklist
Did you know that the American Red Cross offers valuable classes to the community? For current class schedules http://www.il-redcross.org/geteducated/classes.html Adult/Infant/Child/First Aid/CPR for the Professional Rescue Challenge Armed Forces Emergency Services (AFES) Presentations
Family Care Giving Modules – These modules assist you when caring for a parent, spouse or friend at home. Positioning & Helping Your Loved One More General Care Giving Skills Home Safety Healthy Eating Caring for a Loved One with HIV/AIDS Caring for a Loved One with Alzheimer’s Legal & Financial Issues
Babysitter’s Training - Minimum age requirement is 11 years old. Price includes Babysitter’s First Aid Kit. Provides skills necessary in developing safe and responsible care for children in absence of guardians. Participants must bring a sack lunch. Program is 6 hours long.
Adult CPR/AED - This course includes recognizing and caring for breathing and cardiac emergencies in ADULTS. Training also includes proper use of an automated external defibrillator (AED) on a victim of sudden cardiac arrest. Some course at locations outside Springfield, call for more info.
First Aid - Teachers participants to recognize and care for cuts, scrapes, bruises, bleeding, sprains and strains; treating sudden illnesses, including poisonings and heat and cold emergencies; minimize the effects of shock. Some course at locations outside Springfield, call for more info.
Infant/Child CPR - Teaches skills in rescue breathing and CPR, specific to infants up to 12 months of age and children ages 1 to 8.
Adult/Infant/Child/First Aid/CPR for the Professional Rescue Challenge - $20. Required to pass written test and accurately demonstrate skills, without review or help from instructor. BY APPOINTMENT. Length is one hour.
Together We Prepare – Teaches first aid and disaster preparedness specifically for families with children in K-5th Grade.
Safe on My Own – A home safety course for adolescents who are beginning to stay home alone.
Armed Forces Emergency Services (AFES) Presentations The Red Cross is chartered by the United States Congress to act as a communications medium between military personnel and their families when they are faced with a crisis, such as a death, critical illness, financial problems, or in the event of a birth. The United States Armed Forces recognizes the Red Cross as a source for verifying emergencies, which enables commander to make informed decisions regarding emergency leave. The American Red Cross is the ONLY non-governmental agency that can provide emergency communications for military members and their families. The chapter welcomes our troops home by providing refreshments and literature when they return from duty. The Chapter also presents AFES information to military support groups and personnel. AFES presentations are FREE.
Volunteer Opportunities There are many exciting volunteer opportunities to match your interests and skills. Respond to local and national disasters, volunteer for the Armed Forces Emergency Services program, staff blood pressure clinics, first aid stations, and health fairs, teach First Aid, CPR, Life guarding, and Disaster Training courses, deliver meals to community members through the Meals on Wheels program, participate in community walk-thrus and prepare the community for disasters and other emergencies.
American Red Cross YouthCorps – This is a community group for 14-18 year olds interested in helping their community and joining the Red Cross. This group, created by and run by youth, looks forward to helping other area youth find ways to serve their community, both before and after a disaster occurs. The group is also involved in participating in parades and other special events. For more info, call 787-7602 ext. 226. FREE Community Service Programs The Red Cross offers a variety of programs to communicate important safety information to school-age children, as well as to the entire community. All presentations are offered free of charge and at your convenience. Please call 787-7602 or 888-343-5766 for more information.
Autism Society of America Central Illinois Chapter
P.O. Box
8781 Phone/FAX: (217) 241-2023 Email: info@asacic.org We have support group meetings, host movie, theatre, and zoo events, offer flexible family support grants and ABA training program. Annual fundraisers are a golf event and walk/family fun day. Our region is approximately 60 mile radius around Springfield. Zipcodes are listed on our website. Contact: Teri Richards, parent of twins, one who has autism Vice President, Autism Society of America Central Illinois Chapter 217 741-0685. Zoo Night is Set 15, 2007 and the 1st Annual Walk is Oct. 7, 2007. See What’s Happening for details. the Illinois Capital Region444 S. Grand Ave., Springfield 217-753-1216 Article by Amanda Eicholz Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Illinois Capital Region (BBBS) provides caring, adult mentors to children ages 5-14 in Sangamon, Christian, Macoupin and Montgomery Counties. Adults (“Bigs”) and children (“Littles”) are matched one-to-one and spend time together playing games, going to area events or just hanging out and talking.
The amount of time each match spends together depends on which mentoring program they choose. Community-Based Mentoring (CBM) is the most flexible of the programs. Bigs and Littles spend 10-14 hours a month together doing a variety of activities in and around the community or at the Big’s house. Most matches enjoy going to the park or sporting events or watching movies and cooking together. The emphasis is on time, not money, and matches are encouraged to participate in low-cost or free activities.
Sitel-Based Mentoring (SBM) is more structured because it takes place at the child’s school. Bigs and Littles spend one lunch hour a week together during the school year. The Big visits the child at his/her school and they eat lunch, play games, work on arts and crafts or read. One hour a week makes a tremendous impact on a child’s life, and the volunteer receives many benefits as well. Adults mentor during the lunch hour and high school students mentor after school.
The children in the BBBS mentoring programs are referred by their parent or guardian for the CBM program or a teacher or counselor for the SBM program. Volunteer Bigs must be 18 or older to be a mentor for either program, and high school students who have transportation to and from the school are also able to volunteer in the SBM program. Both children and volunteers must go through an interview process because matches are made based on common interests and personalities, not a first come first serve basis. All matches are supported by a professional case manager through the BBBS office to ensure the match is progressing and doing well. In addition, volunteers are thoroughly screened via background checks and reference calls.
For more information on becoming a Big Brother/Big Sister or to enroll a child into the program, contact the BBBS office at 753-1216 or visit the website at www.bbbscapitalregion.org. Help create Little Moments and Big Magic in the life of a child!
300 S. 15th St. Springfield 544-0548
Central Illinois Community Blood Center 1134 South Seventh Street, Springfield 217-753-1530
2000 E. Moffat Springfield 217-522-4022
Central Illinois Foodbank was established in 1982 by a coalition of churches and nonprofit organizations concerned about hunger and poverty. Central Illinois Foodbank is an affiliate of America’s Second Harvest, the nation’s largest hunger relief organization. The mission of the Foodbank is to collect donated food and grocery items from growers, manufacturers, processors, wholesalers and retailers for distribution to charitable agencies serving people in need. The Central Illinois Foodbank distributes over four and one-half million pounds of food annually to nearly160 food pantries, soup kitchens, residential programs and after-school programs in a 21 county region. When you are shopping locally at Schnuck’s and County Market Grocery stores, you can easily help CIF by purchasing a pre-packaged bag of food for $5.00 and is donated on the spot.
1-800-426-5678
Child SafetyTips Click here to access this page helpful tips from safety around the home, to recall information, car seat safety checkpoints and much more!
Children’s Miracle Network at St. John’s Children’s Hospital P.O. Box 6070 Springfield, IL 62708 217-544-KIDS Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) is the alliance of premier hospitals for children, and is a non-profit organization dedicated to saving and improving the lives of children by raising money for local children’s hospitals. Locally, CMN helps to fund pediatric healthcare programs and services at St. John’s Children’s Hospital and all money raised here stays in our community to help our area’s kids. Each year, CMN funding helps St. John’s Children’s Hospital in partnership with SIU School of Medicine treat more than 50,000 kids. Chron’s & Colitis Foundation of America Chrone’s Disease and ulcerative colitis are inflammatory bowel diseases that can afflict teenager, young adults and adults as well. Their website provides a wealth of resources and information for your and your families. In Illinois, they have an annual Parent’s and Kids Workshop (usually in May) with expert panel sessions to get all of your questions answered. If your child is diagnosed with this condition, feel free to contact Kim Little for local support group information.
Continuum of Learning
P.O. Box 1414 Springfield 62705 (217) 525-0549
1308 S. 7th St. Springfield 62703 (217) 528-8402 Girl and Boy Scouts Continue To Provide Important Opportunities by Allyson Strauch Research shows the influence one caring adult has on a child will last a lifetime. Without adults playing many pivotal roles, Boy and Girl Scouting couldn’t happen. Whether you’re a parent or guardian, volunteer, or mentor, your involvement can make a difference! Family involvement is an essential part of Scouting and parents are encouraged to play an active role in the program.
Scouting is all about personal leadership. It's about supporting children in their quest to be their best selves and helping them develop the confidence to make good choices throughout their lives.
Girl Scouts have fun, make friends and discover new places! Girl Scouts go camping, visit museums, care for the environment, sell cookies, help people in the community, put on talent shows, and experiment with science. Girls can participate by joining a Girl Scout troop or by becoming an independent member. Who can be a Girl Scout? Any girl who is between 5 and 17 years old can become a Girl Scout by accepting the Girl Scout Promise and Law and paying a $10 membership fee. No girl will be denied membership in Girl Scouts for financial reasons.
Phone: (217) 523-8159 E-mail: gsllc@girlscoutsllc.org
Boy ScoutsCub Scouting which includes boys ages 7-10, is a year-round program uniquely designed to meet the needs of young boys and their parents. The program offers fun and challenging activities that promote character development and physical fitness. Service projects, ceremonies, games and other activities guide boys through the core values and give them a sense of personal achievement. Through positive peer group interaction and parental guidance, boys also learn honesty, bravery and respect. Most people associate Boy Scouting with outdoor adventure - and for good reason. Scouting is an outdoor program designed to develop character, teamwork, learn to lead as well as follow, citizenship, and fitness. With the Scout Oath and Law as a guide, Scouting helps a boy develop into a well-rounded young man.
Scouting changes children and adults as well. Scouting has changed with the times but remains "traditional." Scouting puts you in touch with God's creation; it allows kids to interact with their peers in a positive way. It instills in children good, intrinsic moral values, and tolerance for others. For more information on area Scouting programs: contact the following: Boy Scouts of America, Abraham Lincoln Council Phone: (217) 546-5570 E-mail: AskAbe@bsmail.org
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800-448-3000 Habitat for Humanity of Sangamon County 320 North Dirksen Parkway Springfield, IL 62702 217-523-2710
Habitat for Humanity brings families in need and communities together with volunteers and resources to build decent, affordable housing. Habitat is always looking for volunteers and there are many different ways to get involved. Contact the local office for more information. If you want to find out if your family may qualify for a Habitat home, visit the website or call 217-523-2710. Habitat for Humanity of Sangamon County also runs a Restore which sells new and used household items including paint, light fixtures, and much more for prices 20%-50% below retail prices. Income from the Restore helps pay for the use of the warehouse, pays the salary of the full-time Warehouse Manager, and also generates funding for building more houses! Your donations of new and used home improvement items are welcome and for your next home improvement project - Remember to shop Habitat's Restore first!
Harley Owners Group is sponsored by Hall's Harley Davidson and includes an enthusiastic group of people who ride motorcycles and belong to a club. The HOG group does wonderful things for the community including “adopt a street” and removal of items along Sangamon Avenue. The HOG group donates money and food to the St. John's Breadline and also participates in the St. Patrick's Day parade. At Christmas, children can come to Hall's Harley Davidson and have their picture taken with Santa Claus free of charge. Phone: 217/528-8356
www.illinoisearlylearning.org The Lincoln Land Down Syndrome Society (LLDSS) 217-622-1992 President, Tim Rigby The Lincoln Land Down Syndrome Society (LLDSS) is an Illinois not-for-profit, tax-exempt organization, with approximately 50 member-families throughout central Illinois. LLDSS was organized to promote awareness, inclusion, acceptance and education of individuals with Down syndrome and other developmental disabilities.
In cooperation with the YMCA of Springfield, LLDSS hosts swim lessons for individuals with developmental disabilities and awards scholarships to its members for classes and camps specifically designed for individuals with developmental disabilities. These include horseback riding lessons and camps hosted by the local branch of UCP, dance classes hosted by the Turnout Movement Arts Studio and cardio kickboxing classes. Through its affiliate, the Chatham Area Special Athletics, LLDSS helps children train for Special Olympics competitions. LLDSS is involved in community outreach, specifically involving existing and new families with a member having Down syndrome, and LLDSS makes annual contributions to, and is an affiliate of, the National Down Syndrome Society.
To fund its programs, LLDSS hosts a Buddy Walk in the fall of each year at Washington Park which is attended by over 600 people annually. In addition, LLDSS hosted its third golf outing in May, 2008. LLDSS has contributed over 90% of the net proceeds from the golf outings a total of $45,000 dollars to the Edwin Watts Southwind Park, which will be a fully accessible and ADA compliant park serving all families, including those with a member having a disability. There is a Down Syndrome Baby Play Group in the area as well. Visit our Children with Special Needs page for more.
Our mission is to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality.
1011 N. 7th St. Springfield (217) 525-6800
www.miniobeirne.org 314 W. South Grand Avenue Springfield 217-546-5257 The Parent Place is a nonprofit social service agency that has been serving the Springfield community for over 30 years. The Parent Place is dedicated to preventing child abuse by strengthening the skills and reducing the stress of parents and caregivers. All services offered by The Parent Place are either free or on a sliding fee scale. The Parent Place is a United Way Certified Agency. Link to our page to see the extensive list of area parks, including photos of the playgrounds in Springfield & the surrounding communities Link to our page to learn about the many local groups to help our four-legged friends!
1-800-222-2122
110 W. Laurel Springfield 744-2560, (217) 753-8081 (hotline)
Pregnancy Care Center of Springfield, Inc. 217-525-5630 www.springfieldpregnancycare.org.
528 South 5th Street Springfield, Illinois 62701 217-522-1129 www.preventchildabuseillinois.org Prevent Child Abuse Illinois envisions an Illinois where all children grow up in healthy nurturing homes and communities free of child abuse, neglect or violence of any kind. Since 1990, we have provided key leadership in this effort, working with individuals, organizations, and communities across the state. Prevent Child Abuse Illinois works to protect children and strengthen families through public awareness, education, advocacy, community assistance and promoting support to new parents and families.
We are making a difference! Today more people are aware of the signs of abuse and neglect and are reporting it. Parents and guardians are changing the way they talk to and treat their children and are involved in activities that support families and children. There is still more to do. With your help, we can succeed in preventing child abuse!
To learn more about our professional education services, parent/community-based education, Shaken Baby Syndrome educational outreach, prevention-based legislative advocacy efforts, Prevention Resource Development Project, Healthy Families Illinois programs and our literature distribution program please contact us at 217-522-1129 or visit our web site at www.preventchildabuseillinois.org
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Illinois 610 N. 7th Street Springfield, IL 62702 217-528-3314 The Ronald McDonald House is here to serve and sustain families when catastrophe strikes the most cherished part of their lives – their children. The Ronald McDonald House is a “home away from home” for families whose children are being hospitalized. The Ronald McDonald House has served over 10,000 families by offering a place to stay and a hot meal to eat since our doors opened in 1986. Our guests come from all across Illinois, the United States and the world. Guests are not required to pay anything to enjoy the comforts of our “home away from home.” To learn how you can make an impact in the lives of these families, please call us at 217.528.3314 or visit our website at www.rmhcspringfield.org.
3080 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago, IL 60657 (773) 880-9860 You’ve overheard that your child is thinking of running away. Maybe they’ve already run and you don’t know what to do after you’ve filed a missing persons report with the police. Or possibly your child is returning home after being away for a few days and you’re not sure what to expect or what to do when they return home. These are all questions and concerns we can help you with. The following articles offer tips and information on how to handle certain situations with your child. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, call us at 1-800-RUNAWAY.
Sojourn Shelter and Services, Inc. has been serving adult and child victims of domestic violence in Central Illinois since 1975. We provide shelter, counseling, court advocacy, training and hotline services 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. For more information call 217-726-5100. Want to help? Call for their current wish list of supplies, food and clothing or other needs of families receiving shelter at Sojourn.
217-553-1329 or 217-241-1675 and ask for Doug Reynolds or Elise LoBue www.springfieldangelofhope.org The Springfield Angel of Hope (not-for-profit) organization was established by parents who have experienced the heartbreaking pain of losing a child. The organization hopes to obtain and place an Angel of Hope statue in Springfield. The Angel of Hope statue commemorates the lives of children who have died and is designed to provide a place of comfort, peace and hope for bereaved parents and families. A site for the angel statue has been finalized—it will be located in the Washington Park Botanical Gardens. A dedication of the statue is planned for October 4, 2008. The Springfield Angel of Hope (NFP) is seeking donations for this important project. Gifts of all sizes are welcomed. Contributors may make a gift in memory of a child, and all children’s names will be memorialized on commemorative plaques adjacent to the angel statue. Donors giving $2,000 or greater will be recognized as Springfield Angel of Hope Patrons on an additional plaque at the site. For more information, please call the Springfield Angel of Hope, NFP, at 217-553-1329 or 217-241-1675 and ask for Doug Reynolds or Elise LoBue or visit www.springfieldangelofhope.org
The Autism Program of Illinois (TAP)
Tornado & Storm Preparation Checklist from the Red Cross Our local chapter of the Red Cross has done an outstanding job responding to the needs of our community in the midst of our tornado devastation. They have shared a helpful checklist for families. I think we have all learned to respect the power of Mother Nature a lot more, let’s take the time to make sure we are more prepared in the future. The Disaster Supplies Kit is a must! Log on to www.il-redcross.org or call 522-3357 Prepare a Home Tornado Plan
Assemble a Disaster Supplies Kit Containing--
Stay Tuned for Storm Warnings
When a Tornado WATCH Is Issued...
When a Tornado WARNING Is Issued...
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Women's Organizations: Social & Professional American Association of University Women General Federation of Women's Clubs Junior League of Springfield, Inc. National Association of Women Business Owners
American Association of University Women
General Federation of Women's Clubs A community service organization under the umbrella of the International General Federation of Woman’s Clubs that focuses on children's advocacy, the prevention of domestic violence; and the empowerment of women. Women from all over the area are invited to help us in these and other endeavors. For more information on the GFWC, go to www.GFWC.org. Contact Amee Lee, President at 565-9192 or at aelee69@aim.com for membership information.
Junior League of Springfield, Inc. The Junior League of Springfield is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Its purpose is exclusively educational and charitable. Log on to www.jlsil.org for more or call 217-787-7802, info@jls.org
A professional women's organization of members responsible for the management functions of their organization or field of endeavor.
National Association of Women Business Owners Associate of women-owned businesses. There is a chapter that meets locally in Springfield for area professionals.
Young Parent Support Services – Family Service Center
1308 S. 7th St., Springfield 62703 (217) 528-8402 Young Springfield Professionals Network The Young Springfield Professionals Network (YSPN), an affiliate of The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce, engages the diverse Young Professionals of the Springfield area in networking, community service and professional development opportunities. Parents are welcome! For more information, visit www.ypspringfield.org or email Sarah Wolin at swolin@uwcil.org.
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