Community Resource & Counseling Center

06/17/2026

📢 Heads up!

CRCC will be closing at noon today so our team takes a day for a Staff Retreat 🎉

We’re using this time to celebrate our amazing staff, spend some time together, and recharge so we can keep doing our best for all of you 💙

We’ll be back to regular hours on Thursday, June 18, 2026. Thanks so much for your understanding—and for supporting our team!

06/11/2026

📢 Reminder: Medicaid Changes Are Coming

Just a friendly reminder that important changes to Medicaid are coming soon. These updates may affect eligibility, coverage, and renewal requirements for many individuals and families.

✅ Make sure your contact information is up to date
✅ Watch your mail and email for notices
✅ Complete any renewal paperwork on time to avoid coverage gaps

If you or someone you know relies on Medicaid, now is the time to prepare and stay informed. Don’t wait until the last minute!

If you have questions or need assistance, reach out—we’re here to help. 💙

06/10/2026

53 days until our Back-to-School Vaccine Fair! 🎒💉

Ford County Public Health Department is helping families get ready for the new school year with needed school vaccines, resources, and a little extra back-to-school fun.
Mark your calendars and help us spread the word — August 1st will be here before we know it! 📚✨

06/08/2026

💼 Professional Wellness Month 💼

This month, let’s take a moment to prioritize something just as important as deadlines and productivity—our mental health.

Work can be rewarding, but it can also be stressful, overwhelming, and demanding. Taking care of your well-being isn’t a luxury—it’s essential.

✨ Remember to:
✅ Take breaks and recharge
✅ Set healthy boundaries
✅ Reach out when you need support
✅ Practice self-care without guilt

A healthy workplace starts with healthy individuals. When we make mental wellness a priority, we show up stronger—for our teams, our families, and ourselves.

💙 Let’s support one another and create a culture where it’s okay to not be okay—and where help is always encouraged.

https://www.hhs.gov/surgeongeneral/reports-and-publications/workplace-well-being/resources/index.html

Visit our Workplace Mental Health and Well-Being resources page to find more information about how to implement positive changes in your workplace.

06/07/2026

CRCC’s Board Vice President! Such a great guy doing great things!! Thank you, Stan!

A retired high school teacher in Ford County is putting his property to use, making sure anyone in the community has the chance to put fresh food on their table.

06/05/2026

CRCC proudly hosted our second annual art contest this past May in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month. This year’s theme, “More Good Days, Together,” —and we’re excited to congratulate our winner, Lexi Muhl of Lake Iroquois!

💚 We are incredibly grateful for Lexi’s willingness to share her artwork and help raise awareness about mental health in our community. Together, we can continue creating more good days for everyone. 💚

06/03/2026

CRCC is proud to share this important message about Medication-Assisted Recovery (MAR) from Ford County Recovers- a ROSC Community.

Recovery isn’t one-size-fits-all, and MAR is a safe, evidence-based option that can help people regain stability and move forward in their journey. Everyone deserves access to the care that works best for them.

If you or someone you love is exploring recovery options, know that support is available—and you don’t have to navigate it alone. 💜

How to Access Medication-Assisted Recovery (MAR)
Did you know there are multiple ways to connect with Medication-Assisted Recovery (MAR) services?

MAR uses FDA-approved medications to help restore balance to the brain and body, reduce cravings, improve stability, and support recovery from alcohol and opioid use disorders.

Whether you're looking for local providers, statewide support, or other recovery and community resources, help is available.

Recovery looks different for everyone, and MAR is one of many valid pathways to recovery.

💜 MAR is available.
💜 Support is available.
💜 You are not alone.

06/02/2026

❤️ National CPR & AED Awareness Week ❤️

Did you know that immediate CPR can double or even triple a person’s chance of survival after cardiac arrest? Every second counts—and YOU could be the difference between life and loss.

This week is a reminder to:
✅ Learn CPR
✅ Know how to use an AED (Automated External Defibrillator)
✅ Take action in an emergency

Most cardiac arrests happen at home, which means it’s often a friend, coworker, or family member who needs help—not a stranger. Being prepared can save someone you love.

Take a few minutes to learn a life-saving skill. It’s simple, powerful, and could make all the difference.

💡 Be ready. Be confident. Be a lifesaver.

https://www.redcross.org/take-a-class/aed/aed-training/aed-certification?
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Earn your CPR/AED certification. Discover how the American Red Cross can help you get AED certified – and learn how you can help when it's needed most.

06/01/2026

If you have not signed up yet for this FREE Training...do it now!!

05/31/2026

The Gibson Area Food Pantry’s annual summer backpack program will start the week of June 1 and run through mid-August. The backpacks are for families with children ages 18 and younger. One backpack may be picked up per week for families with 4 or fewer in the household or 2 backpacks per week for families with 5 or more in the household. Available for pickup at libraries in Gibson City, Paxton, and Melvin, the bags contain children-friendly food such as macaroni and cheese; canned fruits, vegetables, and soup; peanut butter and jelly; and other snack food items. Pickup locations and times are listed below.

Moyer District Library
618 S Sangamon Ave., Gibson City, IL
Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
Friday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Sunday: Closed

Paxton Carnegie Library
254 S Market St., Paxton, IL
Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 12:00 noon – 7:00 pm
Friday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Sunday: Closed

Melvin Library
102 S. Center Street, Melvin, IL
Hours:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Tuesday, Thursday: 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Saturday, Sunday: Closed