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Offers free classes for adults to improve in reading, writing, math, and conversational English. Offers the following classes: English as a Second Language GED testing and preparation Citizenship Adult Basic Education (reading, writing, and math) Computer literacy Job readiness classes

Offers free pregnancy testing and pregnancy options counseling. Also offers free pregnancy-related services, including:

• Referrals for prenatal care, maternity homes, and adoption information
• Maternity clothes
• Diapers
• Formula
• Baby clothes (newborn - 2T)
• Books on pregnancy

Provides monthly financial assistance to help Township residents in need. Helps pay towards rent, utilities, or medical expenses. Provides temporary aide while individual finds a job or waits for benefits approval.

Offers free transportation services for seniors and adults with disabilities in West Deerfield, Vernon, Moraine, and Shields Townships. Provides assisted transportation and curb to curb service depending on client's needs. Clients can travel up to ten miles and allows for destinations outside of Lake County. Service can be used for shopping, errands, medical appointments, social events, or other needs.

Provides coroner services, identification of deceased, and notification of family members.

Notifies closure of facilities in the Chicagoland area in the event of a storm, natural disaster, or emergency. Includes the closures of: Schools Facilities Day Care Center Organizations

Offers activities and services for older adults in the community, including:

• Recreational opportunities for active older adults
• Counseling and support groups
• Senior Health Insurance (SHIP) counselors
• Lending Closet

Responsible for repairing and maintaining roads in Cuba Township. Offers free firewood, mulch, and brush pick-up for township residents. Other services include:

• Street signage
• Winter snow and ice control
• Tree trimming and removal
• Sand bag distribution during emergency flooding
• Litter and dead animal pickup
• Asphalt patching and resurfacing
• Drainage
• Gravel shouldering
• Roadside mowing
• Road striping

Free summer school program for children entering kindergarten in the Round Lake District. Allows students to practice following directions and learn key skills. Program runs for three weeks during the summer and is taught by licensed teachers.

Provides on-demand shuttle service within Fox Lake for seniors, individuals with disabilities, and the general public.

Provides law enforcement and emergency services within the Village of Zion. Works with the community to promote safety, reduce crime, and preserve peace.

Offers independent living skills training for individuals with disabilities. Offers the following courses:

• Assistive technology training
• Braille training
• Independent living skills training
• Personal assistant services: teaches individuals how to hire and manage in-home care assistants
• Adult employment readiness - 12-week course offering job skills assessment, resume writing, financial literacy, and assistance finding work
• Youth employment readiness: 18-week course offering job skills development
• Older blind services - geared towards seniors with vision loss who are already trained in adaptive devices

Also offers information and referral services, benefits counseling, and application assistance.

Offers free early-learning support for families with children from birth to age five. Focuses on empowering parents to prepare their children for kindergarten. Services include:

• Home visits by a trained Child Development Liaison
• Developmental screenings
• Parent education and training
• Age-appropriate in-home activities
• Referrals to community resources

Offers one-time financial relief to help township residents prevent eviction or utility disconnection. Funds may also help cover medical expenses.

Provides an online tool to find recovery services for drug use disorders. Also provides drug education videos with tips and statistics.

Provides fire protection, medical aid, rescue, hazardous materials response, and a variety of other services to the public.

Offers computer training for adults to build skills for work or school. Teaches basics of the internet and Microsoft, as well as finances and job readiness. Also offers drop-in lab for help with resumes, job applications, and more. Classes offered in both English and Spanish. Participants have an opportunity to win a refurbished laptop after completing course.

Offers free mental health and wellness services to Township residents of all ages. Services include:

• Individual and Group Therapy
• Couple and Family Counseling
• Case Management
• Information and Referrals
• Lending Closet (free medical equipment borrowing program)

Offers reservation-based transportation for seniors, individuals with disabilities, and low-income township residents. Provides handicap accessible vehicles and door-to-door assistance.

Responsible for repairing and maintaining roads in the township, including:

• Roadside mowing
• Tree trimming
• Snowplowing and ice control
• Drainage, storm sewers and culverts maintained to ensure proper flow of water
• Development and implementation of storm water program
• Street sign maintenance
• Dead animal removal
• Permits

Provides emergency financial assistance to residents who are in need, including:

• Rental and utility assistance
• Employed clients who have transportation issues

Residents can receive assistance up to three times. Each time must be 18 months apart.

• First time applicants qualify for up to $400 of assistance
• Second time applicants qualify for up to $250 of assistance
• Third (and last) time applicants qualify for up to $150 of assistance

Applicants are required to participate in a financial session before receiving funds.

Offers general library services and resources at no cost, including:

• Access to books, movies, audiobooks, and music
• Access to computers, printers, and wi-fi
• Notary services
• Curbside pick-up and home delivery for books

Provides recreational, social, and supportive services for seniors. Includes the following services: Prescription drug coverage enrollment Medicare and Medicaid enrollment Food Stamp enrollment Transportation services and discount programs Information and referrals Fitness and meditation Lunches (fee) LGBTQ+ senior support group Alzheimer's caregiver support group Workshops and instructional classes Games, movies, events, outings, and trips

Provides in-person crisis intervention for adults experiencing any kind of crisis. Provides the assistance of recovery support specialists within a safe environment. Also serves as a wellness center with the following support services: · Referrals for community resources · Shower facilities · Recreational activities · Healthy refreshments · Comfortable living room to rest or relax · Safety planning · Transportation assistance for referred services

Coordinates educational services for high school students who are experiencing homelessness. Acts as a link between family, shelter and school system to serve the needs of the student.