Heartland Human Services

The Family Caregiver Program assists caregiver’s who have taken on the task of providing full- or part-time care for a loved one. The Program provides services relevant to the caregiver’s individual needs, allowing him / her to provide quality care to their loved one. The services provided are as follows:

• Respite Care allows caregiver’s to take time for themselves and tend to their own needs.
• Information and Assistance related to insurance, local resources, and helpful caregiving tips based on individualized needs.
• Support Groups that meet monthly in Clay, Effingham, Fayette, Jefferson, and Marion counties.
• Training and Education is available within the support groups as well as notification of related events, health fairs, and conferences within the area.
• One-on-one Consultation and Counseling is available in person by appointment, over phone, or during library resource hours in each of the five counties.

Open Hours

Mon                       8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Tues                       8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Wed                       8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Thu                        8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Fri                          8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Sat                         Closed

Sun                        Closed

Contact Information

Address          1200 N. 4th St. (PO Box 1017) Effingham, IL 62401

Phone             (217) 347-7179 Ext 1062

Fax (217) 342-6716

Website           www.heartlandhs.org