Illinois

Army Family Readiness Groups (FRGs) in Illinois

Provides a list of Army FRGs located in Illinois, which provide a connection to unit information for spouses and other family members.

Army Integrated Family Support Network - Illinois

Provides a comprehensive list of family programs, services and resources for Service Members, Veterans and family members located in Illinois.

Family Caregiver Alliance - Illinois Program

Find information on programs funded through the National Family Caregiver Support Program, Aged/Disabled Medicaid waivers and state-funded programs that either have a caregiver-specific focus or include a family caregiving component in their service package.

Family Caregiver Alliance - Illinois State Profile

Provides background characteristics for Illinois related to caregiving and aging as well as information on publicly-funded caregiver support programs.

Illinois Department on Aging

Helps older residents of Illinois to be as independent as possible for as long as possible through advocacy, development and delivery of policies, programs and services that support and empower the elderly and their families.

Illinois Lifespan Respite Coalition

Provides points of contact for state respite coalitions.

Illinois National Guard Family Readiness Program

Provides information and resources, along with local contact information, to assist families before and during deployment.

Illinois Operation: Military Kids

Provides support to Army installations and geographically dispersed military youth who are affected by the global war on terrorism.

Illinois State Summary of VA Programs & Services

Fact sheet that describes the full range of VA programs, benefits and services available to Veterans and their families in Illinois. Resources include information on home loan benefits, education benefits, health care facilities, counseling centers and vocational rehabilitation. Download the VA's Illinois fact sheet.

Illinois Warrior Assistance Program

Provides confidential assistance for Illinois Veterans as they transition back to their everyday lives after serving our country. Its goal is to help Service Members and their families deal with the emotional and psychological challenges they may be facing.

Military HOMEFRONT - Illinois State Resources

Links to advocacy, employment, housing, health care, legal, financial and other resources available to Service Members, Veterans and families in the State of Illinois.

National Family Caregiver Support Program - Illinois

Offers information to families and caregivers in the State of Illinois, including where to turn for support and assistance as well as services for caregivers.

The Compassionate Friends (TCF)

TCF chapters offer help with grief resolution after the death of a child. To find your local chapter, use the Chapter Locator and select your state from the drop down menu on the page.

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