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
EDUCATION AND CHILD CARE
CONVERSATION/TUTORING PROGRAMS
International Hospitality Committee (for English Classes and Friendship Group Meetings)
International Women’s Connection
Project READ (Parkland College)
Wesley Foundation, International Coffee Hour
ENGLISH LANGUAGE CLASSES
First Presbyterian ESL Program
First United Methodist Church of Urbana (ESL Drop-In Center)
Mattis Avenue Free Methodist Church
Parkland College Adult and Workforce Education
DAYCARE AND CHILD DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS
Before and After School Child Care Programs in the Urbana School District
Champaign County Head Start/Early Head Start
Kids Plus Before & After School Programs in the Champaign School District
CITIZENSHIP
Organizations and services that assist immigrants seeking immigration assistance
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
HOUSEHOLD GOODS & CLOTHING
Garments, shoes, jewelry, and more for low-income individuals
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
The Urbana Free Library Tax Information
FOOD ASSISTANCE
Local food banks, food pantries, and meal programs
Champaign Church of the Brethren
Champaign-Urbana Public Health District
Friends of Champaign County Food Pantry
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-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 Services
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
The following website lists the apartment complexes that have both subsidized and unsubsidized units, listed alphabetically by city. If you sign a lease for full rent, you will owe full rent with no subsidy.
https://www.lowincomehousing.us/IL.html
The following document is produced by the Champaign-Urbana Tenants Union and is updated monthly. It explains how to apply for subsidized housing in Champaign County. It also lists a number of apartment complexes with low cost housing units.
Champaign County Low Cost Housing
The Champaign-Urbana Tenants Union can help tenants who have landlord problems.
IMMIGRANT & REFUGEE SERVICES
Supportive services for low-income and limited English-proficient individuals
Immigrant Services of C-U (this website)
New American Welcome Center (NAWC)
IMMIGRATION LEGAL SERVICES
Scott D. Pollock and Associates PC
John M. Wilkie, Attorney at Law
GENERAL LEGAL SERVICES K
Legal services for matters such as adoption, estate planning, or traffic offenses.
Champaign County Courthouse Self-Help Desk
John M. Wilkie, Attorney at Law
Land of Lincoln Legal Assistance Foundation
Matthew Peek | Erwin, Martinkus, & Cole
New American Welcome Center (NAWC)
Student Legal Services University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Overview of Special Immigrant Status Types
TRANSPORTATION
Champaign-Urbana Mass Transit District