Central Illinois Community Partners
No one should have to navigate pregnancy, parenthood, or times of transition alone. Central Illinois is home to many trusted organizations offering support for women and families - from prenatal and postnatal care, parenting education, and material assistance such as diapers, formula and wipes. Below is a great list of community partners committed to supporting women with dignity, compassion, and care.
Would your organization like to join our list?
Breastfeeding
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Nourishing Nook
311 W John Gwynn Jr Ave, Peoria IL
309-210-1640
Drop-in group facilitated by lactation specialists every Friday 10am-12pm
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OSF Breastfeeding Resource Center
5114 N Glen Park Place #1143, Peoria IL
309-683-6672
By appointment
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Peoria County Health Dept. (WIC)
2116 N Sheridan, Peoria IL
309-679-6187
M-F 8AM-4:30PM
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Carle Health Methodist Lactation Clinic
221 Northeast Glen Oak Ave, Peoria IL
309-672-4242
By appointment
Child Care
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SAL Child Care Connection
3425 N Dries Ln, Peoria IL
309-686-3750
M-F 8AM-4PM
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Crittenton Centers Crisis Nursery
442 W John H Gwynn Jr Ave, Peoria IL
309-674-4125
Open 24hrs - call for space available
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Westminster Infant Care Center
1420 W Moss Ave, Peoria IL
309-674-6701
For infants under 3, and Parents earning their GED or completing high school education
Clothes/Household
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Women's Care Center
2609 N Knoxville Ave, Peoria IL
309-689-0200
Call to inquire about their parenting classes. Attending the classes, you can receive diapers and Baby Bucks to be used in their store.
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The Hope Store (Dream Center)
714 Hamilton Blvd, Peoria IL
309-676-3000
Free clothing and housewares 1st Thursday 9AM-12PM and 3rd Saturday 9AM-12PM
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Helping Hands Resale Shop
921 E War Memorial Drive, Peoria Heights
309-419-3366
New and gently used items for sale. Tue.-Sat. 10AM-5PM
Diapers
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Crittenton Center
442 W John H Gwynn Jr. Ave, Peoria IL
309-674-4125
Offers Monthly diaper/formula pickup for families. No appointment needed.
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St. Gianna Baby Pantry
615 NE Jefferson St., Peoria IL
309-966-4488
Fridays 11am-1pm
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Women's Care Center
2609 N Knoxville Ave, Peoria IL
309-689-0200
Call to inquire about their parenting classes. Attending the classes, you can receive diapers and Baby Bucks to be used in their store.
Financial Assistance
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Society of St. Vincent de Paul
309-264-5815
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Peoria Township Relief Office
309-674-8237
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OSF Financial Assistance
800-421-5700
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Carle Health Financial Assistance
888-712-2753
Food/Nutrition
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Sophia's Kitchen
105 N Richard Pryor Place, Peoria IL
309-655-1578
Generous sack lunch served M-F 9AM-3PM and a Food Pantry is open Fridays 1pm-3pm
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WIC - Peoria County
2116 N Sheridan Ave, Peoria IL
309-679-6076
Walk-in hours 8AM-3PM and Tuesdays 9AM-3PM
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Peoria Area Food Bank
711 W McBean St., Peoria IL
309-671-3906
M-F 8:30AM-4PM - must schedule an appointment by phone
Formula
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Crittenton Center
442 W John H Gwynn Jr. Ave, Peoria IL
309-674-4125
Offers Monthly diaper/formula pickup for families. No appointment needed.
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St. Gianna Baby Pantry
615 NE Jefferson St., Peoria IL
309-966-4488
Fridays 11am-1pm
Housing/Shelters
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Dream Center
714 Hamilton Blvd, Peoria IL
309-839-1810
24/7 Emergency Shelter for women and children
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Center for Prevention and Abuse
720 W Joan Ct., Peoria IL
309-691-0551 or Crisis Hotline 800-559-SAFE
Shelter for people fleeing violent/abusive situations
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Pathway Ministries (Esther House)
6847 N Allen Road, Peoria IL
309-676-6416
Shelter, residential programs, and pregnancy services
Mental Health
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OSF Behavioral Health Navigator
309-308-8150
M-F 8AM-4:30PM
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OSF Strive
306 Pecan St, Peoria IL
309-308-2030
Trauma recovery support
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Trillium Place (Carle Health)
888-311-0321
Patient Access Line
Prenatal/Postpartum
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Children's Home Association of Illinois
2130 N Knoxville Ave, Peoria IL
309-685-1047
Family Connects: Free Postpartum home visits
Perinatal Connects: Free monthly home visits during pregnancy
Call to see if you qualify
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Destiny Women's Care Center
2805 N Knoxville Ave, Peoria IL
309-740-1111
Provides pregnancy testing, STD testing, ultrasounds and pregnancy support
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Women's Care Center
2609 N Knoxville Ave, Peoria IL
309-689-0200
Provides pregnancy testing, ultrasounds and pregnancy support
