Contact Information:
Mary McGavin, Chief Operating Officer
mmcgavin@gacsprograms.org
815-729-0930, ext. 1231
Jacqueline Ramirez, Bilingual Community Advocate
jramirez@gacsprograms.org
815-729-0930 ext. 1563
Guardian Angel’s mission is to provide diverse services that inspire people to improve the quality of their lives in their greatest time of need. We offer comprehensive domestic violence and sexual assault services through Groundwork, Suzy’s Caring Place, and our Sexual Assault Services Center. We also operate Foster Care, a Partner Abuse Intervention Program, and the Exchange Club Center for the Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect.
Contact Information:
Alex Zapien, Supervisor:
supervisor@lockporttownship.com
815-838-0380
Erin Haas Gotts, Clerk:
erin@lockporttownship.com
815-838-0381
Providing numerous programs for Seniors, Veterans, and residents of all ages. Provides shingles shots, early voting, diaper distribution network, notary services, medical closet, etc. The Township prides itself in adapting to the current needs of the residents of Lockport Township.
Contact Information:
Michelle Eckmayer
Pflag.hgl@gmail.com
Pflag.org
Find us on Instagram and Facebook
PFLAG meets the last Tuesday of every month at Cross of Glory, where we support, celebrate, educate & advocate for the LGBTQ+ community, their families and friends,. PFLAG envisions a world where diversity is celebrated and all people are respected, valued and affirmed, inclusive of their sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression.
Contact Information:
kburke@willcountyhealth.org
815-774-5953
Cell: 815-210-5920
The Will County Executive Office of Substance Use Initiatives supports the prevention, harm reduction and recovery services for the citizens of Will County affected by the opioid epidemic.
Contact Information:
Carolyn Wahlskog, LCSW
carolyn.wahlskog@youth-outlook.org
Youth Outlook celebrated, empowers, advocates for and provides services to meet the ever evolving needs of LGBTQ+ youth and their families, friends and communities. Drop-In Centers provide a space for LGBTQ+ youth to feel safe, supported & celebrated. The Joliet/Lockport Drop-in Center meets every Tuesday, 6:30-9:00 pm and serves youth ages 12-20.
Questions about Professional Development, Resource Fairs, Community Engagement or Volunteering, please contact carolyn.wahlskog@youth-outlook.org
The Will County Children's Advocacy Center and our MDT partners are the front-line responders to reports of sexual abuse, severe physical abuse, sexual exploitation, child pornography, neglect, and exposure to violence of children, ages 3-17, in Will County, Illinois.
Contact Information:
https://blueprintagency.org/
Shayla Powell, Executive Director
815-782-2322 – Office
779-375-5747 - Cell
shaylapowell@blueprintagency.org
At BluePrint Agency (BPA), we are committed to supporting women impacted by trauma and systemic oppression. We provide counseling services, financial literacy, peer recovery support, case management, and psychoeducational groups that foster healing, resilience, and wellness. In addition, we connect clients to essential resources through housing and furniture referrals, as well as outreach and community education that equips leaders and families with practical tools for coping, recovery, and growth.
Contact Information:
www.BBFfamilies.org
Kristine Cain
kristine@BBFfamilies.org
20855 S LaGrange Rd Suite 100, Frankfort, IL 60423
708-227-4546 (cell)
Through collaboration with other organizations, we provide workshops and groups that support families by empowering parents.
Contact Information:
Michelle Smith, Sr Community Outreach Coordinator
815-690-4600
michelles@ducap.org
Tamora Williams, Adult Leadership Group Chair
708-790-1391
tamora@elevatemindfulsolutions.com
Office
630-671-8000
lockportlg@ducap.org
DuCAP is a nonprofit, volunteer-driven organization that strengthens communities by empowering teens to make a difference. With the guidance of trusted adult mentors, teens carry out their ideas, take initiative, make decisions, and create meaningful change in the places they live and care about. DuCAP partners with communities (local families, schools, organizations, businesses) to provide leadership and volunteer opportunities for teens. Everything we do is teen led and adult supported. We are about collaborating to enhance the community and work to bring organizations, teens and families together while avoiding duplication of services.
Contact Information:
310 N. Hammes, Suite 302B, Joliet, IL 60435
Betty Major-Rose
Office – 779-379-5858
Cell – 773-677-9947
Contact Information:
https://mazeoflifecenter.com/
Yenny Muñoz-Swaninger
708-602-6204
yenny@mazeoflifecenter.com
Maze of Life is a rapidly expanding private franchised resource center that provides mandated and proactive in-person or virtual classes by Counselors and Coaches who are CAMS (Certified Anger Management Specialists) Certified. Our mission to identify adults and youth who are having a turbulent transition in life and offer positive support systems and programs to help them avoid the pit-falls that can derail their lives.