Central Illinois Center for Independent Living

Thrive Community Services, formerly known as KCCDD, has been a staple in Galesburg since its establishment in 1956. Serving over 300 individuals, their programs encompass community day services, community employment services, SOAR respite program, and the Gordon Behrents Senior Center. Thrive is deeply committed to revolutionizing service delivery in Knox County by prioritizing quality supports tailored to individual and family needs, emphasizing choice, expectations, and person-centered outcomes. Throughout the years, Thrive has been relentless in their efforts to empower individuals to lead fulfilling lives. From organizing community outings to volunteering at local organizations, the organization has made a profound impact on the community. Recent milestones include significant updates to their Abingdon location and procuring a building to ensure services in the area for years to come. Thrive's dedication to creating a welcoming greenspace for their participants reflects their unwavering commitment to providing a nurturing environment. Looking ahead to the future, Thrive Community Services continues to rely on the unwavering support of their community. Through programs like the year-end giving initiative, the organization strives to fund projects such as outdoor recreation spaces and further enhance the lives of those they serve. With a rich history of advocacy and service provision, Thrive stands as a beacon of compassion and empowerment in Galesburg. Generated from the website content

Founded in 1975, the Center for Prevention of Abuse provides services to victims of domestic violence, exploitation, neglect, and sexual and elder abuse. It serves more than 15,000 men, women, children and students each year. The center provides counseling and violence prevention education to students in pre-kindergarten through college. It offers a 24-hour crisis hot line and temporary shelter, as well as transitional apartments, work referrals, and employment and emotional support services. The Center for Prevention of Abuse also provides court and medical advocacy services. It is operated by a board of directors and offers life skills training and children s services. With a location in Peoria, Ill., the Center for Prevention of Abuse serves Fulton, Marshall, Stark, Tazewell and Woodford counties in Illinois.

Girl Scouts of Central Illinois in Peoria offers a range of programs and activities for girls to explore, learn, and grow, including outdoor adventures and community outreach initiatives. The organization provides a safe and inclusive space for girls to develop leadership skills and build confidence through troop participation, solo endeavors, or volunteer opportunities. Supporting the next generation of leaders, Girl Scouts of Central Illinois relies on donations and fundraising events like The Great S'More Mud Run to empower girls and continue their mission of fostering leadership and confidence in young women. Generated from the website