Clay County
Information & Assistance/Outreach
Swan Senior Services
Services
There are no fees for any services. Donations are accepted, but are not required, to receive services.
- Benefit Assistance (formerly Circuit Breaker) License Plate Sticker Discount
- Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP)
- Legal Services through Land of Lincoln Legal Services
- Referral Services
Open Hours
Mon 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tues 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wed 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thu 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fri 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Address 832 W. North Ave. Suite #B
Flora, IL 62839
Phone (618) 662-7300
Fax (618) 662-7308
Website https://www.swandvhl.org
TRANSPORTATION
Central IL Public Transportation
Services
Currently serving the counties of Christian, Clay, Effingham, Fayette, Montgomery, Moultrie, and Shelby. All vehicles are wheelchair accessible and ADA compliant.
The goal of Central Illinois Public Transit Program is to provide reliable and timely transportation to residents of each county we serve by ensuring punctuality, accessibility, courtesy, cleanliness, serviceability, and safety at all times to our riders.
Cash Fare Structure
In County
- $3 per one-way trip, $6 per round trip
- Children 0-5 ride free with paying adult
- Children 6-12 are $2 per one-way trip, $4 per round trip
- Seniors ride for a suggested donation
Monthly Pass
- Monthly Pass is $35
- Monthly Pass for person with a disability is $15
Discount Tickets: Book of 10 tickets is $20 (no expiration date)
Open Hours
Mon 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tues 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wed 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thu 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Fri 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Address 517 Gallatin Street Vandalia, IL 62471
202 N. Banker Street Effingham, IL 62401
Phone 1-855-755-2478 or
(217) 342-2193 Ext# 162
Website www.cefseoc.org
CEFS Meals on Wheels
Services
Since adequate nutrition is critical to health, functioning, and the quality of life, Meals On Wheels of C.E.F.S. is an important component of home and community-based services for seniors over 60 years of age.
Congregate programs promote dignity and independence for seniors. The group dining program provides a socially interactive network which promotes mentally healthy activity and decreases creeping isolation and depression. Group dining provides a healthy meal, friendship, and fun to seniors over 60 years of age.
A home-delivered meal is so much more than a meal…it not only provides a hot nutritious meal but just as importantly, provides a daily check on the home-bound senior by a caring volunteer on a daily basis. A hot nutritious meal and a few moments of companionship can sometimes be enough to prevent early institutionalization for home-bound seniors.
Locations
Flora Senior Citizens Center
Open Hours
Mon Meal Served at 11:30 a.m. (Home Delivered meals)
Tues Meal Served at 11:30 a.m. (Home Delivered meals)
Wed Meal Served at 11:30 a.m. (Home Delivered meals)
Thu Meal Served at 11:30 a.m. (Home Delivered meals)
Fri Meal Served at 11:30 a.m. (Home Delivered meals)
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Adult Protective Services
SWAN Senior Services
Services
SWAN case workers from the APS program work with seniors age 60 and over who live in a domestic setting. We work to resolve situations of abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation reported by the victims of abuse or neglect or others familiar with the victim’s situation. Reports to APS may be made on behalf of seniors who are unable to care for themselves, if they are unable to report for themselves, and their inability for self-care may substantially threaten their lives. All reports and records of the APS program are subject to strict confidentiality provisions, except as provided by law or court order.
Open Hours
Mon 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tues 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wed 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thu 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fri 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Address 832 W. North Ave. – Suite B
Flora, IL 62839
Phone (618) 662-7300
Fax (618) 662-7308
Website www.swandvhl.org
Caregiver and Caregiver Advisor
Heartland Human Services
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
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
Heartland Human Services
Services
The Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Program is designed for any individual raising a child they did not intend to. There are monthly support groups in each of the five counties (Clay, Effingham, Fayette, Jefferson, Marion) that provide support, education, respite, and access to additional resources. For more information, contact the GRG Support Group Facilitator at (217) 347-7179 ext. 1062.
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. (P.O. Box 1047)
Effingham, IL 62401
Phone (217) 347-7179 Ext 1062
Website https://www.heartlandhs.org
Land of Lincoln Legal Services
Services
At Land of Lincoln Legal Aid, we work to provide free legal aid to families and individuals in need throughout central and southern Illinois. Our team handles certain kinds of civil cases. The kind of help we provide our clients ranges from telephone advice and brief service to representation in court or at administrative hearings.
We provide legal assistance in the following areas of law:
- Consumer Law
- Family Law
- Education Law
- Elder Law & Disability Rights
- Health & Economic Security
- Housing Law
The type of service we can provide depends on the specific legal problem, information about the case, and staff availability.
We do not handle any criminal cases (including traffic cases). We also do not handle any personal injury, malpractice or workers’ compensation cases.
Open Hours
Mon 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tues 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wed 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thu 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fri 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Community Care In-Home Vendors
Addus Healthcare
Our Mission:
Providing cost-effective care and assistance that gives people the freedom to remain in their homes.
What We Do:
- Bathing
- Grooming
- Light Housekeeping
- Medication Reminders
- Dressing
- Meal Preparation
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 – 5:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Address 2929 Broadway Suite 7A Mt. Vernon, IL 62864
Phone (618) 244-4481
Fax (618) 244-9504
Website www.addus.com
Central Illinois Care Services
Personal Services
Rely on our professional caregivers to help your loved one for a few hours per day or 24/7 as needed.
Our services include errands and transportation, meal planning and preparation, light housekeeping, companionship, bathing, transferring, incontinence, bathroom assistance, toileting, grooming and dressing, and 24-hour live-in care.
Versatile Care
It doesn’t matter what your loved one is going through, we’re always here to lend a helping hand.
Rely on us for respite care, disabled care, recovery care, cancer recovery, rehabilitation, surgery recovery, stroke recovery, post-hospitalization care, and hospice care.
Certified Caregivers
Our caregivers are bonded, insured, and thoroughly screened with background checks. Caregivers are also fully trained by Care Academy using Educational Modules. These trained and experienced caregivers are then carefully matched to your individual needs.
Our caregivers utilize best practices and are managed in the field by our agency management team.
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 – 5:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Address 1901 S. 4th Street Effingham, IL 62401
Phone (217) 994-9016
Fax (217) 994-9506
Website www.centralillinoishomecare.com
Help at Home
Mission
Our at-home caregivers assist with independent daily living activities so you or your loved one can have Great Days and Meaningful Moments while receiving in-home care or assistance. Whether it’s ongoing assistance for post-hospital care or just extra help on a regular or intermittent basis, we can help you or your loved one at home avoiding nursing home or rehab center stays.
We know the ability to remain independent, stay in familiar surroundings, and engage socially promotes physical and mental health for our clients. And we work to find the right care plan and innovative solutions to help seniors and individuals with short- and long-term disabilities stay in their own homes.
Services
- Meal planning and preparation
- Light housekeeping and laundry
- Bathing and grooming
- Errands
- Transportation
- Companionship
- Respite care
- Alzheimer’s and Dementia care
- Hospital to home care
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 – 5:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Address 3456 Broadway Mt. Vernon, IL 62864
Phone (618) 244-7800
Fax (618) 244-7899
Website www.helpathome.com
Advantage In-Home Services, LLC
Services
Personal Care Services
Homemaking Services
Respite Care Services
Skilled Nurse Services
Pediatric Care Services
Transport Services
Contact Information
Address 2511 Vandalia St.
Collinsville, IL 62234
Phone (618) 800-6126
Fax (618) 800-6146
Website www.advantagehomecare.com
Ombudsman
ECCOA
Services
The Ombudsman Program is a program which assures people who reside in long-term care facilities receive quality care and a dignity of life at the highest practical level. Certified Ombudsmen visit residents in long-term care facilities to: inform residents of their rights as mandated by Federal and Sate law, empower residents to engage in problem-solving efforts on their own behalf, follow up on resident concerns, and resolve complaints with resident consent.
Open Hours
Mon 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tues 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wed 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thu 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fri 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Address 209 S. Merchant (PO Box 631) Effingham, IL 62401
Phone (217) 347-5569 or 1-800-283-4070
Website www.eccoa.info
Effingham City/County Committee On Aging, Senior Services
Services
Senior Services, A Division of Effingham City/County Committee On Aging, has been serving the older adults for over 40 years as a resource center and advocating for our senior population. We are staffed with a knowledgeable group of employees that are trained and certified with State and Federal agencies and are dedicated to assisting seniors remain healthy and living independently in the comfort of their own home. If you are in need of services or don’t know where to go call your local Senior Services office for assistance.
Open Hours
Mon 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tues 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wed 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thu 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fri 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Address 832 W. North Ave. – C-2
Flora, IL 62839
Phone (618) 662-7304
1-888-618-7304
Website http://www.eccoa.info
Effingham County
Information & Assistance
Heartland Human Services
Services
The information and assistance Program assists in directing clients to a variety of services based on client’s needs and concerns. The Information and Assistance Specialist offers assistance in filling out applications for programs such as; Medicare Prescription Drug Plans, Benefit Access, Medicaid, SNAP, Extra Help, and more. The I & A specialist also assists with legal aid, provided by Land of Lincoln Legal Assistance. Legal Aide is a service provided once a month in Effingham County to help individuals create Power of Attorney and General Wills. There is no fee for any of the services but donations are appreciated. For more information or to make an appointment, call (217) 347-7179 ext. 1038.
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. (P.O. Box 1047)
Effingham, IL 62401
Phone (217) 347-7179 Ext 1038
1-888-560-8805
Fax (217) 342-6716
Website https://www.heartlandhs.org
Transportation
Central IL Public Transportation
Services
Currently serving the counties of Christian, Clay, Effingham, Fayette, Montgomery, Moultrie, and Shelby. All vehicles are wheelchair accessible and ADA compliant.
The goal of Central Illinois Public Transit Program is to provide reliable and timely transportation to residents of each county we serve by ensuring punctuality, accessibility, courtesy, cleanliness, serviceability, and safety at all times to our riders.
Cash Fare Structure
In County
- $3 per one-way trip, $6 per round trip
- Children 0-5 ride free with paying adult
- Children 6-12 are $2 per one-way trip, $4 per round trip
- Seniors ride for a suggested donation
Monthly Pass
- Monthly Pass is $35
- Monthly Pass for person with a disability is $15
Discount Tickets: Book of 10 tickets is $20 (no expiration date)
Open Hours
Mon 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tues 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wed 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thu 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Fri 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Address 517 Gallatin Street Vandalia, IL 62471
202 N. Banker Street Effingham, IL 62401
Phone 1-855-755-2478
Website www.cefseoc.org
CEFS Meals on Wheels
Services
Since adequate nutrition is critical to health, functioning, and the quality of life, Meals On Wheels of C.E.F.S. is an important component of home and community-based services for seniors over 60 years of age.
Congregate programs promote dignity and independence for seniors. The group dining program provides a socially interactive network which promotes mentally healthy activity and decreases creeping isolation and depression. Group dining provides a healthy meal, friendship, and fun to seniors over 60 years of age.
A home-delivered meal is so much more than a meal…it not only provides a hot nutritious meal but just as importantly, provides a daily check on the home-bound senior by a caring volunteer on a daily basis. A hot nutritious meal and a few moments of companionship can sometimes be enough to prevent early institutionalization for home-bound seniors.
Locations
Altamont
Altamont Municipal Building
Open Hours
Mon Meal Served at 11:00 A.M.
Tues Meal Served at 11:00 A.M.
Wed Meal Served at 11:00 A.M.
Thu Meal Served at 11:00 A.M.
Fri Meal Served at 11:00 A.M.
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Home Delivered Meals also delivered to Mason, Edgewood, LaClede and some parts of Farina.
Contact Information
Address 202 N Second Street Altamont, IL 62411
Phone (618) 483-6912
Website www.cefseoc.org
Beecher City
Beecher City Area Kluthe Center
Open Hours
Mon Meal served at 11:30 A.M.
Tues Meal served at 11:30 A.M.
Wed Closed
Thu Meal served at 11:30 A.M.
Fri Meal served at 11:30 A.M.
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Address 105 S. Charles St. Beecher City, IL 62414
Phone (618) 487-5401
Website www.cefseoc.org
Dieterich
Dieterich Kluthe Civic Center
Open Hours
Mon Meal served at 12:00 P.M.
Tues Meal served at 12:00 P.M.
Wed Meal served at 12:00 P.M.
Thu Meal served at 12:00 P.M.
Fri Meal served at 12:00 P.M.
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Effingham
Ron Diehl Recreation Center
Open Hours
Mon Meal Served at 11:30 A.M.
Tues Meal Served at 11:30 A.M.
Wed Meal Served at 11:30 A.M.
Thu Meal Served at 11:30 A.M.
Fri Meal Served at 11:30 A.M.
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Home delivered special diet meals are available in limited areas with a doctor’s referral.
Contact Information
Address 1906 S. Fourth St. Effingham, IL 62401
Phone (217) 347-2851
Website www.cefseoc.org
Teutopolis
Teutopolis Grade School
Open Hours
Mon Home Delivered Meals Only
Tues Home Delivered Meals Only
Wed Home Delivered Meals Only
Thu Home Delivered Meals Only
Fri Home Delivered Meals Only
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Adult Protective Services
SWAN Senior Services
Services
SWAN case workers from the APS program work with seniors age 60 and over who live in a domestic setting. We work to resolve situations of abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation reported by the victims of abuse or neglect or others familiar with the victim’s situation. Reports to APS may be made on behalf of seniors who are unable to care for themselves, if they are unable to report for themselves, and their inability for self-care may substantially threaten their lives. All reports and records of the APS program are subject to strict confidentiality provisions, except as provided by law or court order.
Open Hours
Mon 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tues 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wed 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thu 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fri 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Address 1108 S. Willow Street Effingham, IL 62401
Phone (217) 342-4526 or 1-800-284-7318
Fax (217) 342-4528
Website www.swandvhl.org
Caregiver and Caregiver Advisor
Heartland Human Services
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
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
Heartland Human Services
Services
The Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Program is designed for any individual raising a child they did not intend to. There are monthly support groups in each of the five counties (Clay, Effingham, Fayette, Jefferson, Marion) that provide support, education, respite, and access to additional resources. For more information, contact the GRG Support Group Facilitator at (217) 347-7179 ext. 1062.
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. (P.O. Box 1047)
Effingham, IL 62401
Phone (217) 347-7179 Ext 1062
Website https://www.heartlandhs.org
Land of Lincoln Legal Services
Services
At Land of Lincoln Legal Aid, we work to provide free legal aid to families and individuals in need throughout central and southern Illinois. Our team handles certain kinds of civil cases. The kind of help we provide our clients ranges from telephone advice and brief service to representation in court or at administrative hearings.
We provide legal assistance in the following areas of law:
- Consumer Law
- Family Law
- Education Law
- Elder Law & Disability Rights
- Health & Economic Security
- Housing Law
The type of service we can provide depends on the specific legal problem, information about the case, and staff availability.
We do not handle any criminal cases (including traffic cases). We also do not handle any personal injury, malpractice or workers’ compensation cases.
Open Hours
Mon 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tues 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wed 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thu 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fri 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Community Care In-Home Vendors
Addus Healthcare
Our Mission:
Providing cost-effective care and assistance that gives people the freedom to remain in their homes.
What We Do:
- Bathing
- Grooming
- Light Housekeeping
- Medication Reminders
- Dressing
- Meal Preparation
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 – 5:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Address 2929 Broadway Suite 7A Mt. Vernon, IL 62864
Phone (618) 244-4481
Fax (618) 244-9504
Website www.addus.com
Central Illinois Care Services
Personal Services
Rely on our professional caregivers to help your loved one for a few hours per day or 24/7 as needed.
Our services include errands and transportation, meal planning and preparation, light housekeeping, companionship, bathing, transferring, incontinence, bathroom assistance, toileting, grooming and dressing, and 24-hour live-in care.
Versatile Care
It doesn’t matter what your loved one is going through, we’re always here to lend a helping hand.
Rely on us for respite care, disabled care, recovery care, cancer recovery, rehabilitation, surgery recovery, stroke recovery, post-hospitalization care, and hospice care.
Certified Caregivers
Our caregivers are bonded, insured, and thoroughly screened with background checks. Caregivers are also fully trained by Care Academy using Educational Modules. These trained and experienced caregivers are then carefully matched to your individual needs.
Our caregivers utilize best practices and are managed in the field by our agency management team.
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 – 5:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Address 1901 S. 4th Street Effingham, IL 62401
Phone (217) 994-9016
Fax (217) 994-9506
Website www.centralillinoishomecare.com
Help at Home
Mission
Our at-home caregivers assist with independent daily living activities so you or your loved one can have Great Days and Meaningful Moments while receiving in-home care or assistance. Whether it’s ongoing assistance for post-hospital care or just extra help on a regular or intermittent basis, we can help you or your loved one at home avoiding nursing home or rehab center stays.
We know the ability to remain independent, stay in familiar surroundings, and engage socially promotes physical and mental health for our clients. And we work to find the right care plan and innovative solutions to help seniors and individuals with short- and long-term disabilities stay in their own homes.
Services
- Meal planning and preparation
- Light housekeeping and laundry
- Bathing and grooming
- Errands
- Transportation
- Companionship
- Respite care
- Alzheimer’s and Dementia care
- Hospital to home care
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 – 5:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Address 3456 Broadway Mt. Vernon, IL 62864
Phone (618) 244-7800
Fax (618) 244-7899
Website www.helpathome.com
Advantage In-Home Services, LLC
Services
Personal Care Services
Homemaking Services
Respite Care Services
Skilled Nurse Services
Pediatric Care Services
Transport Services
Contact Information
Address 2511 Vandalia St.
Collinsville, IL 62234
Phone (618) 800-6126
Fax (618) 800-6146
Website www.advantagehomecare.com
Ombudsman
ECCOA
Services
The Ombudsman Program is a program which assures people who reside in long-term care facilities receive quality care and a dignity of life at the highest practical level. Certified Ombudsmen visit residents in long-term care facilities to: inform residents of their rights as mandated by Federal and Sate law, empower residents to engage in problem-solving efforts on their own behalf, follow up on resident concerns, and resolve complaints with resident consent.
Open Hours
Mon 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tues 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wed 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thu 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fri 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Address 209 S. Merchant (PO Box 631) Effingham, IL 62401
Phone (217) 347-5569 or 1-800-283-4070
Website www.eccoa.info
Effingham City/County Committee On Aging, Senior Services
Services
Senior Services, A Division of Effingham City/County Committee On Aging, has been serving the older adults for over 40 years as a resource center and advocating for our senior population. We are staffed with a knowledgeable group of employees that are trained and certified with State and Federal agencies and are dedicated to assisting seniors remain healthy and living independently in the comfort of their own home. If you are in need of services or don’t know where to go call your local Senior Services office for assistance.
Open Hours
Mon 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tues 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wed 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thu 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fri 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Address 209 S. Merchant St. (P.O. Box 631)
Effingham, IL 62401
Phone (217) 347-5569
Website www.eccoa.info
Fayette County
Information & Assistance/Outreach
SWAN Senior Services
Services
There are no fees for any services. Donations are accepted, but are not required, to receive services.
- Benefit Assistance (formerly Circuit Breaker) License Plate Sticker Discount
- Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP)
- Legal Services through Land of Lincoln Legal Services
- Referral Services
Open Hours
Mon 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tues 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wed 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thu 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fri 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Address 200 W. Johnson St. (P.O. Box 218)
Vandalia, IL 62471
Phone (618) 283-9179
Website https://www.swandvhl.org
Transportation
Central IL Public Transportation
Services
Currently serving the counties of Christian, Clay, Effingham, Fayette, Montgomery, Moultrie, and Shelby. All vehicles are wheelchair accessible and ADA compliant.
The goal of Central Illinois Public Transit Program is to provide reliable and timely transportation to residents of each county we serve by ensuring punctuality, accessibility, courtesy, cleanliness, serviceability, and safety at all times to our riders.
Cash Fare Structure
In County
- $3 per one-way trip, $6 per round trip
- Children 0-5 ride free with paying adult
- Children 6-12 are $2 per one-way trip, $4 per round trip
- Seniors ride for a suggested donation
Monthly Pass
- Monthly Pass is $35
- Monthly Pass for person with a disability is $15
Discount Tickets: Book of 10 tickets is $20 (no expiration date)
Open Hours
Mon 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tues 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wed 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thu 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Fri 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Address 517 Gallatin Street Vandalia, IL 62471
202 N. Banker Street Effingham, IL 62401
Phone 1-855-755-2478
Website www.cefseoc.org
CEFS Meals on Wheels
Services
Since adequate nutrition is critical to health, functioning, and the quality of life, Meals On Wheels of C.E.F.S. is an important component of home and community-based services for seniors over 60 years of age.
Congregate programs promote dignity and independence for seniors. The group dining program provides a socially interactive network which promotes mentally healthy activity and decreases creeping isolation and depression. Group dining provides a healthy meal, friendship, and fun to seniors over 60 years of age.
A home-delivered meal is so much more than a meal…it not only provides a hot nutritious meal but just as importantly, provides a daily check on the home-bound senior by a caring volunteer on a daily basis. A hot nutritious meal and a few moments of companionship can sometimes be enough to prevent early institutionalization for home-bound seniors.
Locations
Ramsey
Ramsey American Legion Hall
Open Hours
Mon Meal Served at 11:30 a.m. (Home Delivered meals)
Tues Meal Served at 11:30 a.m. (Home Delivered meals)
Wed Meal Served at 11:30 a.m. (Home Delivered meals)
Thu Meal Served at 11:30 a.m. (Home Delivered meals)
Fri Meal Served at 11:30 a.m. (Home Delivered meals)
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Vandalia
Fayette County Senior Citizens Center
Open Hours
Mon Meal Served at 11:30 a.m. (Home Delivered meals)
Tues Meal Served at 11:30 a.m. (Home Delivered meals)
Wed Meal Served at 11:30 a.m. (Home Delivered meals)
Thu Meal Served at 11:30 a.m. (Home Delivered meals)
Fri Meal Served at 11:30 a.m. (Home Delivered meals)
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Adult Protective Services
SWAN Senior Services
Services
There are no fees for any services. Donations are accepted, but are not required, to receive services.
- Benefit Assistance (formerly Circuit Breaker) License Plate Sticker Discount
- Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP)
- Legal Services through Land of Lincoln Legal Services
- Referral Services
Open Hours
Mon 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tues 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wed 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thu 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fri 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Address 200 W. Johnson St. (P.O. Box 218)
Vandalia, IL 62471
Phone (618) 283-9179
Website https://www.swandvhl.org
Caregiver and Caregiver Advisor
Heartland Human Services
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
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
Heartland Human Services
Services
The Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Program is designed for any individual raising a child they did not intend to. There are monthly support groups in each of the five counties (Clay, Effingham, Fayette, Jefferson, Marion) that provide support, education, respite, and access to additional resources. For more information, contact the GRG Support Group Facilitator at (217) 347-7179 ext. 1062.
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. (P.O. Box 1047)
Effingham, IL 62401
Phone (217) 347-7179 Ext 1062
Website https://www.heartlandhs.org
Land of Lincoln Legal Services
Services
handles certain kinds of civil cases. The kind of help we provide our clients ranges from telephone advice and brief service to representation in court or at administrative hearings.
We provide legal assistance in the following areas of law:
- Consumer Law
- Family Law
- Education Law
- Elder Law & Disability Rights
- Health & Economic Security
- Housing Law
The type of service we can provide depends on the specific legal problem, information about the case, and staff availability.
We do not handle any criminal cases (including traffic cases). We also do not handle any personal injury, malpractice or workers’ compensation cases.
Open Hours
Mon 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tues 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wed 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thu 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fri 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Community Care In-Home Vendors
Addus Healthcare
Our Mission:
Providing cost-effective care and assistance that gives people the freedom to remain in their homes.
What We Do:
- Bathing
- Grooming
- Light Housekeeping
- Medication Reminders
- Dressing
- Meal Preparation
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 – 5:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Address 2929 Broadway Suite 7A Mt. Vernon, IL 62864
Phone (618) 244-4481
Fax (618) 244-9504
Website www.addus.com
Central Illinois Care Services
Personal Services
Rely on our professional caregivers to help your loved one for a few hours per day or 24/7 as needed.
Our services include errands and transportation, meal planning and preparation, light housekeeping, companionship, bathing, transferring, incontinence, bathroom assistance, toileting, grooming and dressing, and 24-hour live-in care.
Versatile Care
It doesn’t matter what your loved one is going through, we’re always here to lend a helping hand.
Rely on us for respite care, disabled care, recovery care, cancer recovery, rehabilitation, surgery recovery, stroke recovery, post-hospitalization care, and hospice care.
Certified Caregivers
Our caregivers are bonded, insured, and thoroughly screened with background checks. Caregivers are also fully trained by Care Academy using Educational Modules. These trained and experienced caregivers are then carefully matched to your individual needs.
Our caregivers utilize best practices and are managed in the field by our agency management team.
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 – 5:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Address 1901 S. 4th Street Effingham, IL 62401
Phone (217) 994-9016
Fax (217) 994-9506
Website www.centralillinoishomecare.com
Help at Home
Mission
Our at-home caregivers assist with independent daily living activities so you or your loved one can have Great Days and Meaningful Moments while receiving in-home care or assistance. Whether it’s ongoing assistance for post-hospital care or just extra help on a regular or intermittent basis, we can help you or your loved one at home avoiding nursing home or rehab center stays.
We know the ability to remain independent, stay in familiar surroundings, and engage socially promotes physical and mental health for our clients. And we work to find the right care plan and innovative solutions to help seniors and individuals with short- and long-term disabilities stay in their own homes.
Services
- Meal planning and preparation
- Light housekeeping and laundry
- Bathing and grooming
- Errands
- Transportation
- Companionship
- Respite care
- Alzheimer’s and Dementia care
- Hospital to home care
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 – 5:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Address 3456 Broadway Mt. Vernon, IL 62864
Phone (618) 244-7800
Fax (618) 244-7899
Website www.helpathome.com
Advantage In-Home Services, LLC
Services
Personal Care Services
Homemaking Services
Respite Care Services
Skilled Nurse Services
Pediatric Care Services
Transport Services
Contact Information
Address 2511 Vandalia St.
Collinsville, IL 62234
Phone (618) 800-6126
Fax (618) 800-6146
Website www.advantagehomecare.com
Ombudsman
ECCOA
Services
The Ombudsman Program is a program which assures people who reside in long-term care facilities receive quality care and a dignity of life at the highest practical level. Certified Ombudsmen visit residents in long-term care facilities to: inform residents of their rights as mandated by Federal and Sate law, empower residents to engage in problem-solving efforts on their own behalf, follow up on resident concerns, and resolve complaints with resident consent.
Open Hours
Mon 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tues 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wed 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thu 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fri 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Address 209 S. Merchant (PO Box 631) Effingham, IL 62401
Phone (217) 347-5569 or 1-800-283-4070
Website www.eccoa.info
Effingham City/County Committee On Aging, Senior Services
Services
Senior Services, A Division of Effingham City/County Committee On Aging, has been serving the older adults for over 40 years as a resource center and advocating for our senior population. We are staffed with a knowledgeable group of employees that are trained and certified with State and Federal agencies and are dedicated to assisting seniors remain healthy and living independently in the comfort of their own home. If you are in need of services or don’t know where to go call your local Senior Services office for assistance.
Open Hours
Mon 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tues 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wed 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thu 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fri 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Address 112 N. Kennedy Blvd.
Vandalia, IL 62471
Phone (618) 283-4122
1-866-618-4122
Website www.eccoa.info
Jefferson County
Information & Assistance/Outreach
SWAN Senior Services
Services
There are no fees for any services. Donations are accepted, but are not required, to receive services.
- Benefit Assistance (formerly Circuit Breaker) License Plate Sticker Discount
- Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP)
- Legal Services through Land of Lincoln Legal Services
- Referral Services
Open Hours
Mon 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tues 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wed 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thu 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fri 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Address 212 S. 9th Street
Mt. Vernon, IL 62864
Phone (618) 899-9110
Fax (618) 899-9111
Website https://www.swandvhl.org
TRANSPORTATION
Jefferson County Comp. Services
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 – 5:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Sunshine Center Nutrition Program
Services
The Sunshine Center provides nutrition and transportation services to people 60 years of age and older in order to end isolation and allow them the live as independently as possible.
HOME DELIVERED MEALS are provided to seniors in Jefferson County (including the city of Mt. Vernon) who are homebound because of illness, physical or mental impairment, or otherwise isolated. Hot, delicious meals can be delivered Monday through Friday, with frozen meals available for the weekends. Home delivery is partially funded with state, federal and United Way grants and meal recipients are asked to make a $3.50 donation per meal. Meal orders must be made one day in advance. Home delivery in Mt. Vernon is provided by generous volunteers.
Open Hours
Mon 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tues 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wed 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thu 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fri 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Adult Protective Services
SWAN Senior Services
Services
SWAN case workers from the APS program work with seniors age 60 and over who live in a domestic setting. We work to resolve situations of abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation reported by the victims of abuse or neglect or others familiar with the victim’s situation. Reports to APS may be made on behalf of seniors who are unable to care for themselves, if they are unable to report for themselves, and their inability for self-care may substantially threaten their lives. All reports and records of the APS program are subject to strict confidentiality provisions, except as provided by law or court order.
Open Hours
Mon 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tues 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wed 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thu 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fri 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contract Information
Address 212 S. 9th St. Mt. Vernon, IL 62864
Phone (618) 899-9110
Fax (618) 899-9111
Website www.swandvhl.org
Caregiver and Caregiver Advisor
Heartland Human Services
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
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
Heartland Human Services
Services
The Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Program is designed for any individual raising a child they did not intend to. There are monthly support groups in each of the five counties (Clay, Effingham, Fayette, Jefferson, Marion) that provide support, education, respite, and access to additional resources. For more information, contact the GRG Support Group Facilitator at (217) 347-7179 ext. 1062.
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. (P.O. Box 1047)
Effingham, IL 62401
Phone (217) 347-7179 Ext 1062
Website https://www.heartlandhs.org
Land of Lincoln Legal Services
Services
At Land of Lincoln Legal Aid, we work to provide free legal aid to families and individuals in need throughout central and southern Illinois. Our team handles certain kinds of civil cases. The kind of help we provide our clients ranges from telephone advice and brief service to representation in court or at administrative hearings.
We provide legal assistance in the following areas of law:
- Consumer Law
- Family Law
- Education Law
- Elder Law & Disability Rights
- Health & Economic Security
- Housing Law
The type of service we can provide depends on the specific legal problem, information about the case, and staff availability.
We do not handle any criminal cases (including traffic cases). We also do not handle any personal injury, malpractice or workers’ compensation cases.
Open Hours
Mon 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tues 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wed 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thu 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fri 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Community Care In-Home Vendors
Addus Healthcare
Our Mission
Providing cost-effective care and assistance that gives people the freedom to remain in their homes.
What We Do
- Bathing
- Grooming
- Light Housekeeping
- Medication Reminders
- Dressing
- Meal Preparation
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 – 5:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Address 2929 Broadway Suite 7A Mt. Vernon, IL 62864
Phone (618) 244-4481
Fax (618) 244-9504
Website www.addus.com
Central Illinois Care Services
Personal Services
Rely on our professional caregivers to help your loved one for a few hours per day or 24/7 as needed.
Our services include errands and transportation, meal planning and preparation, light housekeeping, companionship, bathing, transferring, incontinence, bathroom assistance, toileting, grooming and dressing, and 24-hour live-in care.
Versatile Care
It doesn’t matter what your loved one is going through, we’re always here to lend a helping hand.
Rely on us for respite care, disabled care, recovery care, cancer recovery, rehabilitation, surgery recovery, stroke recovery, post-hospitalization care, and hospice care.
Certified Caregivers
Our caregivers are bonded, insured, and thoroughly screened with background checks. Caregivers are also fully trained by Care Academy using Educational Modules. These trained and experienced caregivers are then carefully matched to your individual needs.
Our caregivers utilize best practices and are managed in the field by our agency management team.
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 – 5:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Address 1901 S. 4th Street Effingham, IL 62401
Phone (217) 994-9016
Fax (217) 994-9506
Website www.centralillinoishomecare.com
Help At Home
Mission
Our at-home caregivers assist with independent daily living activities so you or your loved one can have Great Days and Meaningful Moments while receiving in-home care or assistance. Whether it’s ongoing assistance for post-hospital care or just extra help on a regular or intermittent basis, we can help you or your loved one at home avoiding nursing home or rehab center stays.
We know the ability to remain independent, stay in familiar surroundings, and engage socially promotes physical and mental health for our clients. And we work to find the right care plan and innovative solutions to help seniors and individuals with short- and long-term disabilities stay in their own homes.
Services
- Meal planning and preparation
- Light housekeeping and laundry
- Bathing and grooming
- Errands
- Transportation
- Companionship
- Respite care
- Alzheimer’s and Dementia care
- Hospital to home care
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 – 5:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Address 3456 Broadway Mt. Vernon, IL 62864
Phone (618) 244-7800
Fax (618) 244-7899
Website www.helpathome.com
Advantage In-Home Services, LLC
Services
Personal Care Services
Homemaking Services
Respite Care Services
Skilled Nurse Services
Pediatric Care Services
Transport Services
Contact Information
Address 2511 Vandalia St.
Collinsville, IL 62234
Phone (618) 800-6126
Fax (618) 800-6146
Website www.advantagehomecare.com
Ombudsman
ECCOA
Services
The Ombudsman Program is a program which assures people who reside in long-term care facilities receive quality care and a dignity of life at the highest practical level. Certified Ombudsmen visit residents in long-term care facilities to: inform residents of their rights as mandated by Federal and Sate law, empower residents to engage in problem-solving efforts on their own behalf, follow up on resident concerns, and resolve complaints with resident consent.
Open Hours
Mon 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tues 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wed 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thu 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fri 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Address 209 S. Merchant (PO Box 631) Effingham, IL 62401
Phone (217) 347-5569 or 1-800-283-4070
Website www.eccoa.info
Effingham City/County Committee On Aging, Senior Services
Services
Senior Services, A Division of Effingham City/County Committee On Aging, has been serving the older adults for over 40 years as a resource center and advocating for our senior population. We are staffed with a knowledgeable group of employees that are trained and certified with State and Federal agencies and are dedicated to assisting seniors remain healthy and living independently in the comfort of their own home. If you are in need of services or don’t know where to go call your local Senior Services office for assistance.
Open Hours
Mon 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tues 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wed 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thu 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fri 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Address 832 W. North Ave. – C-2
Flora, IL 62839
Phone (618) 662-7304
1-888-618-7304
Website http://www.eccoa.info
Marion County
Information & Assistance/Outreach
Midland Area Agency on Aging
Services
The information and assistance Program assists in directing clients to a variety of services based on client’s needs and concerns. The Information and Assistance Specialist offers assistance in filling out applications for programs such as; Medicare Prescription Drug Plans, Benefit Access, Medicaid, SNAP, Extra Help, and more. The I & A specialist also assists with legal aid, provided by Land of Lincoln Legal Assistance.
Open Hours
Mon 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tues 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wed 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thu 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fri 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Address 434 S. Poplar Street (P.O. Box 1420)
Centralia, IL 62801
Phone (618) 532-1852
Fax (618) 532-5259
Website www.midlandaaa.org
TRANSPORTATION
South Central IL Transit
Mission
The Mission of South Central Transit (SCT) is to provide safe, reliable and cost-effective public transportation to the citizens of the communities we serve. We are committed to enhancing economic development and quality of life through affordable, accessible transportation services. Our SCT team pledges to provide courteous service to our customers and aggressively meet the changing needs of our region.
We are located at 1616 East McCord in Centralia. Our building was formally owned by the Coca-Cola company, and you may recognize it as the “Coke Building”.
Full Fare Schedule
All passengers must comply with SCT’s fare policy. Fares must be paid upon boarding. SCT does not allow charging or post dating of checks.
Seniors (60 & over) $. 50
(except Mt. Vernon which is subsidized by a senior agency – contact the SCT dispatch office for further assistance)
- Adults (18-59) ____ $2.00
- Children (5-17) ____ $2.00
- Children 4 and under ride free with adult ——
- Disability with ID ____ $. 50 (must show ID)
- Military/Veteran ____ $. 50 (see below for details)
- Same day service ____ $5.00
- No Show ____ $4.00
- Late Cancellation ____ $4.00
- Excessive Cancellations ____ $2.00 per
- Scott-Shiloh Shuttle ____ $2.00 one way
- Shuttle Deviation (scheduled in advance) ____ $ .50
- Same day service Shuttle Deviations ____ $2.00
- Shuttle Fare County ____ $2.00
Contact Information
Address 1616 East McCord
Centralia, IL 62801
Phone 618-532-8076
Fax 618-532-8078
Website https://southcentraltransit.org/
BCMW Community Services, INC
What is Project B.R.E.A.D.?
Project Bread is a nutritional program providing a well-balanced noon-time meal for senior citizens (men and women over the age of 60). This Project is the idea of Basic Right of the Elderly to an Adequate Diet and is funded by Midland Area Agency on Aging.
What does Project B.R.E.A.D. do?
Project Bread helps senior citizens maintain their physical health by providing essential nutrients at the noon-time meal. In addition, nutritional information is provided through speakers and pamphlets.
Those unable to attend at the meal-site may be eligible for the Home Delivered Meal Program.
Project Bread contributes to the general well-being of senior citizens through social contracts, stimulation companionship, and the benefits of friendship, conversation, social activities and services.
What is the Cost of a Meal?
A donation or contribution is asked to help defray the cost of the meal. In most of our sites the suggested donation is $3 per meal or the amount a senior can personally afford. No senior citizen will be turned away because of the lack of the ability to contribute; however, the services we provide greatly depends on the donations that are received.
Open Hours
Mon 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Tues 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Wed 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Thu 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Fri 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Address 909 E. Rexford – PO Box 729 Centralia, IL 62801
Phone (618) 532-7388 Ext 130
Website www.bcmwcommunityservices.org
Adult Protective Services
SWAN Senior Services
Services
SWAN case workers from the APS program work with seniors age 60 and over who live in a domestic setting. We work to resolve situations of abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation reported by the victims of abuse or neglect or others familiar with the victim’s situation. Reports to APS may be made on behalf of seniors who are unable to care for themselves, if they are unable to report for themselves, and their inability for self-care may substantially threaten their lives. All reports and records of the APS program are subject to strict confidentiality provisions, except as provided by law or court order.
Open Hours
Mon 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tues 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wed 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thu 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fri 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Address 212 S. 9th St. Mt. Vernon, IL 62864
Phone (618) 899-9110
Fax (618) 899-9111
Website www.swandvhl.org
Caregiver and Caregiver Advisor
Heartland Human Services
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
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
Heartland Human Services
Services
The Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Program is designed for any individual raising a child they did not intend to. There are monthly support groups in each of the five counties (Clay, Effingham, Fayette, Jefferson, Marion) that provide support, education, respite, and access to additional resources. For more information, contact the GRG Support Group Facilitator at (217) 347-7179 ext. 1062.
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. (P.O. Box 1047)
Effingham, IL 62401
Phone (217) 347-7179 Ext 1062
Website https://www.heartlandhs.org
Land of Lincoln Legal Services
Services
At Land of Lincoln Legal Aid, we work to provide free legal aid to families and individuals in need throughout central and southern Illinois. Our team handles certain kinds of civil cases. The kind of help we provide our clients ranges from telephone advice and brief service to representation in court or at administrative hearings.
We provide legal assistance in the following areas of law:
- Consumer Law
- Family Law
- Education Law
- Elder Law & Disability Rights
- Health & Economic Security
- Housing Law
The type of service we can provide depends on the specific legal problem, information about the case, and staff availability.
We do not handle any criminal cases (including traffic cases). We also do not handle any personal injury, malpractice or workers’ compensation cases.
Open Hours
Mon 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tues 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wed 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thu 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fri 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Community Care In-Home Vendors
Addus Healthcare
Our Mission
Providing cost-effective care and assistance that gives people the freedom to remain in their homes.
What We Do
- Bathing
- Grooming
- Light Housekeeping
- Medication Reminders
- Dressing
- Meal Preparation
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 – 5:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Address 2929 Broadway Suite 7A Mt. Vernon, IL 62864
Phone (618) 244-4481
Fax (618) 244-9504
Website www.addus.com
Central Illinois Care Services
Personal Services
Rely on our professional caregivers to help your loved one for a few hours per day or 24/7 as needed.
Our services include errands and transportation, meal planning and preparation, light housekeeping, companionship, bathing, transferring, incontinence, bathroom assistance, toileting, grooming and dressing, and 24-hour live-in care.
Versatile Care
It doesn’t matter what your loved one is going through, we’re always here to lend a helping hand.
Rely on us for respite care, disabled care, recovery care, cancer recovery, rehabilitation, surgery recovery, stroke recovery, post-hospitalization care, and hospice care.
Certified Caregivers
Our caregivers are bonded, insured, and thoroughly screened with background checks. Caregivers are also fully trained by Care Academy using Educational Modules. These trained and experienced caregivers are then carefully matched to your individual needs.
Our caregivers utilize best practices and are managed in the field by our agency management team.
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 – 5:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Address 1901 S. 4th Street Effingham, IL 62401
Phone (217) 994-9016
Fax (217) 994-9506
Website www.centralillinoishomecare.com
Help At Home
Mission
Our at-home caregivers assist with independent daily living activities so you or your loved one can have Great Days and Meaningful Moments while receiving in-home care or assistance. Whether it’s ongoing assistance for post-hospital care or just extra help on a regular or intermittent basis, we can help you or your loved one at home avoiding nursing home or rehab center stays.
We know the ability to remain independent, stay in familiar surroundings, and engage socially promotes physical and mental health for our clients. And we work to find the right care plan and innovative solutions to help seniors and individuals with short- and long-term disabilities stay in their own homes.
Services
- Meal planning and preparation
- Light housekeeping and laundry
- Bathing and grooming
- Errands
- Transportation
- Companionship
- Respite care
- Alzheimer’s and Dementia care
- Hospital to home care
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 – 5:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Address 3456 Broadway Mt. Vernon, IL 62864
Phone (618) 244-7800
Fax (618) 244-7899
Website www.helpathome.com
Advantage In-Home Services, LLC
Services
Personal Care Services
Homemaking Services
Respite Care Services
Skilled Nurse Services
Pediatric Care Services
Transport Services
Contact Information
Address 2511 Vandalia St.
Collinsville, IL 62234
Phone (618) 800-6126
Fax (618) 800-6146
Website www.advantagehomecare.com
Ombudsman
ECCOA
Services
The Ombudsman Program is a program which assures people who reside in long-term care facilities receive quality care and a dignity of life at the highest practical level. Certified Ombudsmen visit residents in long-term care facilities to: inform residents of their rights as mandated by Federal and Sate law, empower residents to engage in problem-solving efforts on their own behalf, follow up on resident concerns, and resolve complaints with resident consent.
Open Hours
Mon 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tues 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wed 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thu 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fri 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Address 209 S. Merchant (PO Box 631) Effingham, IL 62401
Phone (217) 347-5569 or 1-800-283-4070
Website www.eccoa.info
Effingham City/County Committee On Aging, Senior Services
Services
Senior Services, A Division of Effingham City/County Committee On Aging, has been serving the older adults for over 40 years as a resource center and advocating for our senior population. We are staffed with a knowledgeable group of employees that are trained and certified with State and Federal agencies and are dedicated to assisting seniors remain healthy and living independently in the comfort of their own home. If you are in need of services or don’t know where to go call your local Senior Services office for assistance.
Open Hours
Mon 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tues 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wed 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thu 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fri 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Contact Information
Address 832 W. North Ave. – C-2
Flora, IL 62839
Phone (618) 662-7304
1-888-618-7304
Website http://www.eccoa.info