
Resources
Non-profit 501c(3) recovery community organization Serving Lee, Ogle, Whiteside, Carroll and DeKalb counties
Sauk Valley Voices of Recovery and SIU Medicine will embark on a pilot program to train individuals with lived experience to become either a certified peer recovery coach or certified recovery support specialist.
If you identify as someone with lived experience in recovery from a mental health condition or substance use challenges you may qualify for a tuition FREE training and apprenticeship program.
Training starts this fall! For more information fill out the interest form at www.siumed.edu/crss
Recovery
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Alcoholics Anonymous
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Al-Anon Family Resources
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Faces and Voices of Recovery
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In the Rooms (social media for recovery)
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Narcotics Anonymous
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Racing for Recovery
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Reformers Unanimous
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SMART Recovery
Tools for Those in Recovery
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5 Tips for Managing Money While You’re Recovering From Addiction
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Bad Credit Mortgages: Obtaining Real Estate Financing With a Low Credit Score
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The Employment Gap Explanation: How to Frame Rehab in Job Interviews
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Accountability in Recovery: Importance of Remaining Accountable and Helping Others to Do the Same
Resources for Parents and Others
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http://www.talkaboutitmo.com The “talk about it” movement gives families the tools they need to start conversations about the dangers of drugs with kids of any age.
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Generation Rx Initiative educates people of all ages about the potential dangers of misusing prescription medications
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Get Smart About Drugs a DEA resource for parents, educators and caregivers
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Kids Health.org education on kid’s health
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Parents – The Anti Drug a parent resource library
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Community Anti Drug Coalitions of America (CADCA) building drug free communities
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Time to Get Help at the Partnership at DrugFree resources to build drug free kids
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Recovery Village Ridgeway information on inpatient and outpatient recovery programs
Local and State Resources
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NAMI Sauk Area – The National Alliance on Mental Illness Sauk Area Chapter
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Safe Passage of the Sauk Valley – This is the page for information about the Safe Passage Initiative in Lee and Whiteside Counties
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Safe Harbor of Lee County’s Facebook page – This Facebook forum was created to organize our community to support and respond to urgent public health needs and gaps: Compassionate, caring, community response (must have Facebook account and/or phone app to access).
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Illinois Warm Line – Click the link to the left for their flyer. This service is free for anyone residing in Illinois and is for individuals in recovery, their families, friends, and community members. The Warm Line is funded by the Illinois Department of Human Services/Division of Mental Health.
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WebMD – WebMD is a single website that has information on all diseases, including mental illnesses, addiction, and other behavioral healthcare illnesses and disorders.
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Public Transportation 4-County Area (Carroll, Lee, Ogle, Whiteside) Carroll County Transit
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Whiteside County Public Transit https://ridewcpt.net
Prescription and Over the Counter Drug Misuse Awareness
Resources for Employers
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Drug-Free Workplace Toolkit – provides information to help employers develop and sustain successful drug-free workplace programs. Use this toolkit to support workplace health and safety by creating and maintaining drug-free workplace policies and programs. These may include preventing the misuse of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs; addressing substance misuse within the context of workplace health and wellness programs; and providing intervention services for employees and for their families. Download your free toolkit here.
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Prescription Drug Employer Toolkit – These materials will help employers understand the impact of prescription opioid use and misuse in the workplace and effectively communicate with employees. Information below covers drug testing, workers’ compensation, prevention and more. Download your free toolkit here.
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The Opioid Epidemic Practical Toolkit – U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Center for Faith-based and Neighborhood Partnerships (also known as “The Partnership Center”) created this toolkit for faith based and community leaders.Download your free toolkit here.
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Opioid Overdose Prevention Toolkit – This toolkit offers strategies to health care providers, communities, and local governments for developing practices and policies to help prevent opioid-related overdoses and deaths. Access reports for community members, prescribers, patients and families, and those recovering from opioid overdose. Download your free toolkit here.
The Affordable Care Act’s Health Insurance Marketplace
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GetCoveredIllinois.gov – Illinois’ health insurance exchange
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HealthCare.gov – The Federal Government’s website for health coverage
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The Parity Coalition – A resource for understanding the parity law