The Jackson County Health Department (JCHD) in Murphysboro provides a wide array of public health services to provide education and promote health, prevent illness, protect the environment and prepare for emergencies.

JCHD offers:

• Vaccines and immunizations for children and adults
• Chronic disease management and health education programs
• Emergency preparedness guides and more

For more information, contact JCHD at (618) 684-3143.

Illinois Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (IAFCC) foster partnerships aimed at improving access to quality healthcare for low-income individuals who are uninsured or underinsured. IAFCC provides webinars, resources for patients, and a statewide directory of free and charitable clinics.

 

The Hydrocephalus Association provides information and resources for people of all ages living with or caring for someone with hydrocephalus.

The Early Childhood Personnel Center and UConn Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities provide a checklist to help families prepare for virtual Early Intervention services.

• See the “Tips for Families: Receiving Early Intervention Services Through the Phone, Tablet, or Computer” checklist in English
• See the “Tips for Families: Receiving Early Intervention Services Through the Phone, Tablet, or Computer” checklist in Spanish 

The Healthy Southern Illinois Delta Network (HSIDN) is a grassroots effort to support and build healthy communities in Illinois’ 15 southernmost counties (Alexander, Franklin, Gallatin, Hardin, Jackson, Johnson, Massac, Perry, Pope, Pulaski, Randolph, Union, Saline, White and Williamson). The Network brings together local health departments, area health centers, hospitals and others interested in improving the health of their communities. HSIDN provides an extensive collection of health and community resources, workshops and prevention programs.

HSIDN provides information on a wide range of resources, including:

• Access to Care resources and tips for finding a primary care physician (PCP)
• Comprehensive lists of healthcare & hospital systems, local health departments, and federally qualified health care providers (FQHC)
• A Dental Health Resource Guide
• A Diabetes prevention program and Camp Beta for youth with diabetes
• A community health calendar

 

The Egyptian Public & Mental Health Department provides resources and support to Southern Illinois residents in Saline, Gallatin, White, and Wayne counties. The department provides public health and mental health services, prevention and recovery programs, education workshops, family case management services, food and water safety, and more.

The Egyptian Public & Mental Health Department has offices in Eldorado, Harrisburg (Saline County), Carmi (White County), and Shawneetown (Gallatin County).

The DuPage County Health Department provides health services, resources, and information to residents of DuPage County. Programs include immunizations, vision and hearing screening, teen health programs, behavioral health services for children and adults, dental services and more. For more information or to make an appointment, call (630) 682-7400.

DuPage County Health Department services also include:

• Avian Influenza updates (H5 Bird Flu)
• Programs for parents and infants
• COVID-19 updates and vaccine information
• Opioid use prevention and substance abuse treatment programs

We Care of Grundy County is a nonprofit that provides a range of services to help individuals and families achieve stability and improve their quality of life. Services include a food pantry, clothing, financial assistance during times of crisis, educational programs, support groups and more.

We Care of Grundy County Food Pantry is open by appointment Monday through Friday from 1 to 3 p.m. Please call (815) 942-6389 to schedule a time to come.

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:

• Emergency food programs
• Emergency shelter programs
• My Community Dental Center
• The Medical Loan Closet and more

The Southwest Collective is an open forum for southwest side residents to voice their concerns, learn about resources and connect with opportunities and fun specific to the southwest side of Chicago. Resources include “Freebies for Families” events, small business support, providing food to people in high-need areas, weekly free art classes at De Colores Ice Cream & Coffee Shop in Archer Heights, little free libraries and more.​

These resources are specific to the southwest side of Chicago.