Care Resources

The primary access point for many essential services in Rockford, including rent and mortgage assistance, utility help, homelessness support, and weatherization programs.
Phone: 844-710-6919
Address: 612 N. Church St, Rockford, IL
Services include:

• Weatherization Assistance

• Rent & Mortgage Assistance

• LIHEAP (Energy Assistance)

• Homelessness Services (including after-hours emergency support)

City of Rockford Human Services – LIHEAP
Provides assistance with heating and energy costs through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP).
Phone: 844-710-6919
Address: 612 N. Church St, Rockford, IL
Appointments are available Fridays starting at 8am while funding is available. Funding typically runs October–August or until exhausted.

Rockford Housing Authority
Supports individuals and families with affordable housing options.
Phone: 815-489-8500
Address: 223 S. Winnebago St, Rockford, IL

Rockford Rescue Mission
Provides emergency shelter, meals, and long-term recovery programs for men, women, and children.
Phone: 815-965-5332
Address: 715 W. State St, Rockford, IL

Rockford Township
Offers general assistance and emergency support services.
Phone: 815-962-8855

Single Adult Shelter (Men & Women)
Emergency shelter for single men and women without children.
Phone: 815-987-5685
Address: 119 N. Church St, Rockford, IL

Rosecrance
Provides mental health counseling and behavioral health services for individuals and families.
Phone: 815-391-1000
Address: 2704 N. Main St, Rockford, IL
Accepts private insurance and government-funded insurance (medical card).

Family Counseling Services
Offers professional counseling for individuals, couples, and families.
Phone: 815-962-5585
Address: 631 N. Longwood St, Suite 103, Rockford, IL
Accepts private insurance and government-funded insurance (medical card).

Northern Illinois Food Bank
Provides food distribution for individuals and families in need.
Phone: 815-639-1257
Address: 1397 Sandy Hollow Rd, Rockford, IL
Hours: Thursdays & Fridays, 2:00–4:00pm

Rock River Valley Food Pantry
Offers in-person food pantry services at multiple locations.
Phone: 815-965-2466

• 1100 Broadway: Monday–Friday, 10:00am–12:00pm

• 421 S. Rockton Ave: Monday–Friday, 1:00–4:00pm

My Pantry Express
An online food ordering and pickup program serving Northern Illinois.
Website: mypantryexpress.org
Home delivery is available for qualifying locations within 40 miles of distribution centers.

Pickup Locations include:

• Rockford Walmart – 3849 Northridge Dr, Rockford, IL

• Goodwill Resource Room – 8010 N. 2nd St, Machesney Park, IL

Remedies Renewing Lives
Residential recovery programs for men and women struggling with addiction.
Phone: 815-962-0872
Address: 215 Easton Parkway, Rockford, IL
Accepts government-issued insurance (medical card) only.

Rosecrance – Substance Abuse Services
Provides inpatient and outpatient addiction treatment programs.
Phone: 888-899-9670
Address: 2704 N. Main St, Rockford, IL
Accepts private and government-issued insurance.

YSN (Youth Services Network)
Assists families with children in accessing multiple support services.
Phone: 815-986-1947
Address: 107 N. 3rd Street, Suite A, Rockford, IL
Serves families with children only.

Family Peace Center
Provides comprehensive support services for individuals experiencing or surviving domestic violence.
Phone: 779-348-7600
Address: 315 N. Main St, Rockford, IL