Local Resources Currently Serving Children and Families
ARC Community Support
Community Support Systems is committed to the philosophy that there is dignity and worth in every human being, that all persons are entitled to both opportunities and risks in the realization of their fullest potential, that training programs are maintained around the principles of normalization and the least restrictive alternatives, that treatment and training are built around positive approaches, that legal and civil rights are affirmed and advocated, and that proven systems of management, education, research and training are followed.
Autism Society of Illinois
The Autism Society of Illinois(ASI) was founded more than 30 years ago for indivuals with autism, parents, families, professional, corporate partners and friends. Our objective is to provide education, training, individual assistance and practical support for parents; increase public awareness of autism; offer a referral network of professionals.
Division of Specialized Care for Children
DSCC's mission focuses on public service, education and research as a basis to provide, promote and coordinate family-centered, community-based, culturally competent care for eligible children with special health care needs in Illinois.
Illinois Early Intervention Program
Illinois' Early Intervention program's mission is to assure that families who have infants and toddlers, birth to three, with diagnosed disabilities, developmental delays or substantial risk of significant delays receive resources and supports that assist them in maximizing their child's development, while respecting the diversity of families and communities.
Integrated Therapy Services
The mission of Integrated Therapy Services is to provide children and families with or at risk for special needs in Jasper County and the surrounding area with the advocacy, education and therapeutic services necessary to fulfill their unique and individual capacities needed to become active participants in their community.
Jasper County Health Department
The Mission of the Jasper County Health Department is to improve and enhance the health of all residents of Jasper County. The department will promote activities that will lead to a more productive and satisfactory lifestyle, which in turn will produce a positive mental and physical condition. Assessment and screening, education, immunizations, prevention services, environmental services, case management, crisis intervention, counseling, and linkage with community resources are but a few of the activities provided to facilitate the accomplishment of positive outcomes.
Oblong Children's Christian Home
Oblong Children's Christian Home's mission is to glorify God by discipling neglected and troubled children and their families. The home provides a Christian family model that demonstrates God's unconditional love, teaches God's truth and encourages each child's unique abilities.