General Assistance is a monthly grant program that provides short-term financial aid for those applicants that meet certain eligibility requirements. In order to qualify for assistance, the applicant must be a township resident, their current available non-exempt income must fall within the income guidelines. The applicant must have applied and been found ineligible for all other State or Federal benefits, and they must be willing to work and/or willing to participate in a job search or job fair.
Emergency Assistance is a needs based program based on income and family size. Qualified applicants may receive assistance with rent, utilities, non-narcotic prescription medications, and food vouchers. Emergency Assistance may only be granted once in a twelve-month period.
Listed below are other services which may be helpful to Township citizens. Please be sure to check with each Agency to ensure their information is current.
ONE NUMBER FOR THE HELP YOU NEED. Call anytime, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Sad, lonely, or afraid? Need someone to talk to? Is someone hurting you? Drinking or drugs a problem? Need help with a disability? Need a ride? Does someone you know need reminder or reassurance calls? Get connected to service providers who can help — FHN Family Counseling, The Galena Clinic, Kreider Services, Riverview Center, Tyler’s Justice Center, The Workshop, and Jo Daviess Transit. Help is just a phone call away! 815 233 HELP (4357)
The HOPE Foundation of Jo Daviess County is a charitable corporation that “provides grants to individuals with disabilities and the agencies that serve them in Jo Daviess County. Grants are related, but not limited, to education, employment, health, housing, and transportation.” The publication is available online at www.hopefoundationjdc.org and a copy of the Guide to Human Services Directory is available at Guilford Town Hall.
JO DAVIESS COUNTY TRANSIT (JDCT) Affordable public transportation for anyone in the county.
For information call 1-815-777-8088.
Call 24 hours in advance to reserve a ride. Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
$6 per hour for medical trips. $3 or less for all other one-way rides. Free rides to the Galena Food Pantry and VA. Vehicles are wheelchair accessible.
Operated by the Workshop, JDCT is a federal and state subsidized public transportation system. JDCT is ADA compliant and receives financial assistance from: FTA, IDOT, and the City of Galena.
GALENA-STAUSS ADULT DAY CARE CENTER – Assists older adults who do not need continuous care, provides a variety of health services as well as social activities.
Open Monday-Friday 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Phone 815-776-7376
GALENA-STAUSS ASSISTED LIVING CENTER – Provides a variety of services to residents as well as social activities, outings, entertainment, and wellness promotion. Phone 815-776-7375 or e-mail gharwick@midwestmedicalcenter.org
JO DAVIESS COUNTY SENIOR RESOURCE CENTER – Provides these services in Jo Daviess County:
Family Caregiver Services – information & support – includes Grandparents raising Grandchildren. Call 1-800-424-6696.
Elder Abuse Investigations – Call 1-800-424-6696 or 1-866-800-1409 to report suspected abuse. To make referrals or inquiries, call the Freeport office at 1-800-424-8896.
JO DAVIESS COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT – Implements health programs and is responsible for community-wide health assessment and planning, assuring that health concerns of the county are being addressed. E-mail healthadmin@jodaviess.org or publichealth@jodaviess.org
Health Department – 815-777-0263 — toll-free 1-877-777-0263
Environmental Division – 815-777-0283 — toll-free 1-877-777-0283
Home Health Care – 815-777-1040 — toll-free 1-800-699-0493
WIC Program – 815-777-0594
Immunization – toll-free 1-877-777-0263
Communicable Disease – 815-777-0263
Community Needs Assessment — 815-777-0263.
THE MOP SHOP Dedicated to home, health & happiness
Lord of Love Lutheran Church, 219 Summit Street, Galena, Illinois
Who We Serve Low income and needy individuals and families residing within Jo Daviess County. Clients self-identify as “in need” and may visit once each month. No documentation is required.
Process First-time clients will be asked to complete a registration sheet with name, address, phone number, and names and ages of family members residing at that address. Following registration, clients will simply check in at each visit and items selected will be recorded for inventory purposes. Clients may select three higher value and three lower value items each month. Laundry detergent and fabric softener may be selected every other month.
When We’ re Open ‒ Second Saturday and fourth Monday of the month, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.
Transportation ‒ The Jo Daviess County Transit system is available at a relatively low cost with one to three days advance reservation, accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Call 1-815-777-8088 or toll free 1-866-648-5901.
Cleaning supplies available
General Surface Supplies: Multi-purpose cleaners, Kitchen cleaners, Dish soap, Bathroom cleaner, Disinfecting wipes, Sponges/scrubbies, Paper towels, Rubber gloves, Furniture polish.
Floor Cleaning Supplies: Brooms, Dustpans, Mops, Swiffer, 10 quart buckets.
Laundry Supplies: Laundry detergent, Fabric softener/sheets, Stain/spot remover, Bleach.
Special Surface Supplies: Toilet Bowl cleaners and brushes, Drano, Glass cleaners.
Trash Supplies: Garbage bags.
Other: Plungers, Vinegar, Baking Soda, Rags.
For further information contact:
Mindy Dalgarn 815-281-1995 www.themopshop.org
HOUSING AUTHORITY of the County of Jo Daviess – The mission of the Housing Authority is to provide decent, safe, and sanitary housing for low-income and elderly families at a cost they can afford. For more information call 815-777-0782 or e-mail housing@jdcha.org
UNITED CHURCHES OF GALENA FOOD PANTRY – Provides food and personal care items to individuals and families who are residents of Jo Daviess County and meet income guidelines. Located at 219 Summit Street, the Food Pantry serves clients on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. For more information call 815-777-1456 or go to their website www.foodpantries.org/il/united-churches-of-galena-pantry
NICAA GOLDEN MEALS – This program offers daily hot, nutritionally balanced noon meals at three different sites in the county for persons 60 years old and over, plus spouses. Home delivered meals are available to those who are unable to prepare meals for themselves. Call any Golden Meals site for additional information. Reservations are appreciated but walk-ins are welcome. The suggested donation is $3.00 per meal. Donations are private and confidential. A client’s inability to donate will not interfere with their receipt of meals. Meal sites and phone numbers are:
Hanover – Charlie’ s Place, 213 Jefferson Street 815-684-5110
Stockton – Stella’ s Cafe, 110 Main Street 815-947-2080
RIVERVIEW CENTER, INC., SEXUAL ASSAULT AND DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SERVICES – Provides free, confidential services to individuals and family members. For additional information call 815-777-8155. Website address is www.riverviewcenter.org
FHN FAMILY COUNSELING CENTER – A community mental health center offering a wide range of treatment and prevention services to people of all ages. Call 815-777-2836 for more information.
THE WORKSHOP – A private, not-for-profit organization that offers clients a chance to work, educational opportunities, basic life skill training, and much needed transportation. The Workshop serves persons with mental health issues, traumatic brain injury, physical disabilities, behavior disorder, learning disabilities or any other type of disability that interferes with an individual’ s ability to obtain and maintain competitive employment. Call 815-777-2211 for more information or e-mail theworkshopgalena@theworkshopgalena.org
ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES provides public assistance. Call 815-777-0718 for more information.
HOSPICE OF NORTHWEST ILLINOIS – Call 815-947-3260 for formation.
SAFE HAVEN HUMANE SOCIETY – Call 815-858-2265 for information.