RESOURCES
The following resources are intended to help immigrants, refugees, and supporters find their way through the complex process of making the United States a refuge and home.
IMPORTANT NUMBERS
In a life-threatening fire, police or medical emergency, always go to the nearest hospital or call 911
Champaign County Sheriff
(217) 333-8911
Champaign Fire (217) 403-7200
Savoy Fire (217) 259-5814
Urbana Fire (217) 384-2420
Poison Control Center (800) 222-1222
Champaign Police (217) 351-8911
Savoy Police (217) 333-8911
Urbana Police (217) 384-2320
Crisis Line (217) 244-7911
ABUSE, DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
& NEGLECT
Organizations that advocate, counsel and assist those who have experienced cruelty
Champaign County Children’s Advocacy Center
Illini Christian Ministries Safe Families Program
R.A.C.E.S. (Rape Advocacy, Counseling, and Education Services)
National Domestic Violence Hotline
1-800-799-SAFE
Illinois Domestic Violence Help Line 1-877-863-6338
ADULT EDUCATION & ESL
Below are conversation and tutoring groups
International Hospitality Committee Friendship Group ‡
International Women’s Connection ‡
Project READ (Parkland College) ‡
Wesley Foundation, International Coffee Hour ‡
Formally instructed English language classes
First Presbyterian ESL Program
First United Methodist Church of Urbana (ESL Drop-In Center)
International Hospitality Committee English Classes
Mattis Avenue Free Methodist Church
Parkland College Adult and Workforce Education
CHILDREN’S EDUCATION & CHILDCARE
Programs that enhance child development through knowledge and skills building
Before and After School Child Care Program
Champaign County Early Head Start/Head Start
Kids Plus Before & After School Program
CITIZENSHIP
Organizations and services that assist immigrants seeking immigration assistance
ECIRMAC 6 (East Central Illinois Refugee Mutual Assistance Center)
New American Welcome Center (NAWC)
Urbana Adult Education Center
Law Office of Jason L.Spangehl
Immigration Law Office of Lauren A. Anaya
Matt Kuenning | Erwin, Martinkus, & Cole, LTD
CLOTHING ASSISTANCE
Garments, shoes, jewelry, and more for low-income individuals
Warm-A-Kid Drive (Unit #4 School District)
COMMUNITY INFORMATION
Information on community businesses, events, travel, and fun
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
For tax forms, informational packets, some free tax assistance, and student financial aid
University of Illinois Extension’s Money Mentor Program
FOOD ASSISTANCE
Local food banks, food pantries, and meal programs
Champaign Church of the Brethren
Champaign-Urbana Public Health District
St. Andrew’s Lutheran Campus Center
Wesley Pantry at Parkland College
HEALTHCARE
There are many healthcare providers in town for adults, children, and families. If you need help finding the best fit for you, please contact CU FAIR for assistance.
CHILDREN
Free or low-cost medical care for children without insurance
Champaign County Healthcare Consumers
Champaign-Urbana Public Health District
Childhood Adversity & Resiliency Services (CARS) Clinic
UIC (University of Illinois at Chicago) Specialized Care for Children
DENTAL
Free or low-cost dental care for those with or without insurance
Champaign County Christian Health Center
Parkland Dental Hygiene Clinic
Champaign-Urbana Public Health District
MEDICAL
Free or low-cost medical care for those with or without insurance
Avicenna Community Health Center
Champaign County Christian Health Center
Champaign County Healthcare Consumers
METAL HEALTH & COUNSELING
Confidential assessment and treatment
ABC Counseling & Family Services
Champaign County Healthcare Consumers
Childhood Adversity & Resiliency Services (CARS) Clinic
The Dialogue Advisor, LLC Employee Assistance Programs
Jacqueline Thomas | The Rock Counseling Group
P.A.T.S. Prevention and Treatment Services33 SF
VISION
Low cost or free eye exams low-income individuals and families
HOUSING & RELOCATION
Low-income housing, Section 8 Housing, local emergency shelters, tenant assistance
SHELTERS & EMERGENCY SERVICES
Centralized Intake Champaign County Regional Planning Commission
Tenant’s Rights and Long-Term Assistance C-U Tenant Union
Housing Authority of Champaign County
PERMANENT HOUSING OPTIONS
Privately-owned locations with project-based voucher from Housing Authority of Champaign County. Apply directly to the property owner or manager.
The following complexes have some subsidized units and many that are not subsidized. If you sign a lease for full rent, you’ll owe full rent with no subsidy.
Dorchester Property Management
Oakwood Trace Townhouses
Edge of the Mall Apartments
Round Barn Manor
IMMIGRANT & REFUGEE SERVICES
Supportive services for low-income and limited English-proficient individuals
ECIRMAC SF* (East Central Illinois Refugee Mutual Assistance Center)
Immigrant Services of C-U (this website)
New American Welcome Center (NAWC)
IMMIGRATION LAW
GENERAL
Legal services for matters such as adoption, estate planning, or traffic offenses.
Champaign County Courthouse Self-Help Desk
Ellyn Bullock | Solberg & Bullock, LLC
John M. Wilkie, Attorney at Law
Kristen R. Solberg | Solberg & Bullock, LLC
Land of Lincoln Legal Assistance Foundation
Matthew Peek | Erwin, Martinkus, & Cole, LTD*
New American Welcome Center (NAWC)
Student Legal Services University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
TRANSPORTATION
An immigration-related transportation guide to Indianapolis, including maps, driving directions,
parking locations, and details about the USCIS office. »
A detailed overview of the process of seeking asylum from within the US, including currently available resources. »
A guide to navigate the entering and residing in the US as a non-citizen for refugees. »
A guide to getting a driver's license in Champaign, IL. »
An overview of entering and residing in the US as a non-citizen and completing the naturalization process. Includes links to useful resources. »
A process and resource guide to TPS, VAWA, T Visas and U Visas (deferred enforcement departure, temporary protective status, visas based on the violence against women act, temporary visas, withholding of removal and relief under the convention against torture) »