Central Illinois Continuum of Care

Central Illinois Continuum of Care As a Continuum, we provide assistance to individuals and families experiencing homelessness across 11 counties in the state of Illinois.

08/04/2026

Sobriety asks for courage. Addiction asks for everything.

Choosing recovery may cost you old habits, unhealthy relationships, or the comfort of staying the same, but what you gain is worth so much more: peace, freedom, healing, and the chance to build a life you’re proud of.

Protect your sobriety. It’s one of the most valuable things you’ll ever have. 💜

08/04/2026

Reentry planning often begins before release. But even the best-laid plans can change quickly once someone comes home and begins their reentry journey.

That's why the McLean County Reentry Council was established. We are here to help people when things get real, plans change, and the next step feels overwhelming.

Coming home is just the beginning, but you don't have to do it alone.

If you are struggling after incarceration release, please fill out our intake form at: https://form.jotform.com/242535658436161

Choose kindness for yourself today, and let the energy shape the rest of your week.
08/03/2026

Choose kindness for yourself today, and let the energy shape the rest of your week.

08/03/2026

Creating boundaries for is crucial for well-being and preventing burnout. Here are steps to establish and maintain healthy boundaries:

✅ Delegate
✅ Learn to say no
✅ Prioritize self-care

08/03/2026

REMINDER St Vincent de Paul Holy Trinity Bloomington, IL food & clothing pantry will be open TOMORROW Monday 8/3 for food & clothing distribution 🛒 We hope to see anyone in need 💙

⏰ Hours
Food Distributions:
•Mondays: 9 AM-12:00 PM & 1-4 PM (Closed 12 PM - 1 PM) 🍎🍪🥦🍞

Clothing Pantry Distribution:
•Mondays: 9 AM-12:00 PM 🧥👕👖

📍Location
•705 N. Roosevelt Ave. Bloomington, IL 61701

⚠️ SAFETY FIRST - For the safety of all our guests and volunteers we kindly ask:
•Drive through please enter the line from the 300 block of W. Chestnut & join the line of cars 🚘
•To help us serve you more efficiently, please ensure your vehicle has plenty of empty space available for our volunteers to easily load your items. We truly appreciate you making room before your arrival as it helps to keep the line moving smoothly for everyone.
•Please stay in your vehicle: For everyone’s safety and to keep the line moving efficiently, all guests MUST remain inside their vehicles during distribution. Our volunteers will come to your vehicle.
•We kindly ask ALL bicycles and motorized bikes. MUST be walked (NOT to be ridden) while on the parking lot 🚲
•Walk up is ONLY for guests who do not have access to a vehicle for pickup.
-The walk-up area ONLY serves walk-ups. If you come in a vehicle & walk up, you will be asked to return to your car, enter the line & be provided food in your vehicle.
•Please do NOT park within or block our neighbor’s private driveways or restrict their residential access. Everyone should follow City of Bloomington rules and we ask everyone be respectful of our neighbors 🅿️

•To help us serve everyone safely and fairly, only families who are in the parking lot by the end of distribution time will be served. Unfortunately we will be unable to remain open to serve any families still waiting on Chestnut Street after these times.
-Mondays: by 12:00 PM (morning) or 4:00 PM (afternoon)
-2nd & 4th Saturdays: by 11:00 AM
•To make sure we have enough food for everyone, if you receive food during the 2nd or 4th Saturday distribution - you cannot receive again on the following Monday.
•If you receive food during a Saturday distribution we ask you not to return the following Monday for another distribution within 2 days.

🤝 Share with Others:
If you receive an item you and/or your family cannot use, please consider sharing it with a neighbor or another family in need. Every act of kindness helps our community stay strong together.

Thank you for understanding and cooperation. We appreciate everyone who helps us serve all our guests as fairly & quickly as possible.

📅 2026 SVdP Guest Distribution Calendar:
•Check out the 2026 calendar to stay up to date on food & clothing distributions
-Including the dates we will be closed.
•SAVE the 2026 SVdP Guest Distribution calendar with all food & clothing distributions:
https://www.facebook.com/share/1AhNKb43W5/?mibextid=wwXIfr

The FB event for Monday’s distribution:
https://www.facebook.com/share/1P88PaEPTH/?mibextid=wwXIfr

07/30/2026

Illinois is launching the Families Receiving Emergency Support for Hunger (FRESH) program to help eligible Illinoisans who lost SNAP benefits due to recent federal work requirement changes.

Beginning August 1, eligible individuals can automatically receive a one-time $400 benefit per eligible household member – no application required.

Learn more about eligibility, benefit timing, and available resources in this press release: https://gov-pritzker-newsroom.prezly.com/governor-pritzker-launches-fresh-program-to-support-up-to-175000-illinoisans-the-trump-administration-kicked-off-snap

07/30/2026

✨Join the Parks Team!
🟣Hiring now for Facility Operations.
▶️Details and apply via the link https://shorturl.at/ZshSk

07/29/2026

Access to support shouldn't depend on location.🚐

In August, our Mobile Community Outreach team will be visiting two locations in our community to bring resources, essential supplies, food items, and connect with individuals in meaningful ways.

🔗Visit our website for more information: www.crosspointhumanservices.org/calendar

07/28/2026

A homeless family fights to survive, bound by strength, dignity, and hope against all odds.

07/28/2026

Reminder! There won't be a You Matter Hour Wednesday, July 29.

A space to connect. A space to be heard. A space to just be.✨

We are sharing our August You Matter Hour dates for adults 18 and older. You Matter Hour offers a welcoming space to slow down, listen, and feel supported in a judgement-free space. Whether you are sharing, or simply showing up, you belong here.

🔗 Learn more and stay connected: www.crosspointhumanservices.org/calendar

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108 W. Market Street
Bloomington, IL
61701

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