Peoria Peacekeepers Youth Resource Guide
The Peoria Peacekeepers Youth Resource Guide connects teens and families in the Peoria area to trusted local resources — housing, food, health care, legal help, transportation, childcare, immigration support, and financial and education services. Where an organization has an official website, its name links to it. Use the Table of Contents below to jump to a section.
Table of Contents
- Housing & Utilities
- Emergency Shelters
- Documentation for Employment
- Pro-Bono Legal Assistance
- Additional Resources (Clothing, Advocacy, Support)
- Transportation
- GED Program & Educational Support
- Community Health Services (Mental & Physical)
- Food & Clothing Pantries
- Family, Youth, Women’s & Addiction Support
- Childcare & Diaper Resources
- Immigrant & Refugee Resources
- Financial Education, Resources & Self-Improvement
Housing & Utilities
| Provider | Services | Address | Phone | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peoria Housing Authority | Subsidized Housing | 100 S Richard Pryor Pl, Peoria, IL 61605 | (309) 676-8736 | M-F 8 AM-5 PM |
| East Peoria Housing Authority | Subsidized Housing | 139 Cole St, East Peoria, IL 61611 | (309) 698-4718 | Mon-Thu 8 AM-4 PM (closed 12-1); Fri 8 AM-12 PM |
| Peoria Township Relief | Rental Assistance / Ameren | 427 W Main Street, Peoria, IL 61605 | (309) 674-8237 | Mon-Thu 8:30 AM-4:30 PM (lunch 12-1); Fri until 3:30 PM |
| City of West Peoria – Township Relief | Rental Assistance | 2506 W Rohmann Ave, West Peoria, IL 61604 | (309) 674-1993 | Tue-Thu 11 AM-3 PM |
| Limestone Township Office | Rental Assistance | Limestone Township Building, Bartonville, IL | (309) 697-3521 | M-F 8 AM-4 PM |
| PCCEO – LIHEAP | Utilities Assistance | 711 W McBean, Peoria, IL 61605 | (309) 671-3900 | By appointment – call to schedule |
| St. Vincent De Paul | Rent / Utilities | 6001 N University St, Peoria, IL 61614 | (309) 691-3602 | Mon-Thu 9:30 AM-1 PM (call prior) |
| Redeemer Lutheran | Ameren / Water | 6801 N Allen Rd, Peoria, IL 61614 | (309) 691-2333 | M-F 8:30 AM-4:30 PM; Sun 8 AM-12 PM |
Emergency Shelters
| Provider | Services | Address | Phone | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pathway Ministries – Esther House | Women’s Residential Center | 6847 N Allen Rd, Peoria, IL 61614 | (309) 689-0915 | 24/7 |
| Pathway Ministries (Men) | Men’s Shelter | 601 SW Adams St, Peoria, IL 61602 | (309) 676-6416 | Call to schedule |
| Dream Center Peoria | Shelter | 714 Hamilton Blvd, Peoria, IL 61603 | (309) 676-3000 | M-F 9 AM-5 PM |
| Center for Prevention of Abuse | Crisis Hotline: 1-800-559-7233 | 720 W Joan Ct, Peoria, IL 61614 | (309) 691-0551 | 24/7 |
Documentation for Employment
| Provider | Document | Address | Phone | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US Social Security Administration | Social Security Card | 815 W Pioneer Pkwy, Peoria, IL 61615 | (877) 319-6039 | M-F 8:30 AM-5:30 PM; Sat 8 AM-12:30 PM |
| Pekin IL Secretary of State Facility | Driver’s License | State Plaza, 200 S 2nd St, Pekin, IL 61554 | (309) 346-6186 | M-F 7:30 AM-5 PM |
| Peoria IL Secretary of State Facility | Driver’s License | 3311 N Sterling Ave Space 12, Peoria, IL 61604 | (309) 686-6040 | M-F 8:30 AM-5:30 PM; Sat 8 AM-12:30 PM |
| Peoria Vet Center | Veteran Documents | 5015 American Prairie Drive, Peoria, IL 61615 | (309) 689-9708 | M-F 8 AM-4:30 PM |
Pro-Bono Legal Assistance
| Provider | Services | Address | Phone | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prairie State Legal Services, Inc | Free legal services | 101 SW Adams St 5th Floor, Peoria, IL 61602 | (309) 674-9831 | M-F 8:30 AM-5 PM (closed 12-1) |
| Peoria County Courthouse – Pro Bono Help Desk | Legal help desk | 324 Main St, Peoria, IL 61602 | (309) 672-6036 | 10 AM-12 PM, 2nd Wed & 3rd Thu monthly |
| METEC Resource Center | Tax, Employment, Rental, Financial Assistance | 2605 W Krause Ave, Peoria, IL 61605 | (309) 676-3832 | M-F 9 AM-5 PM (Tue until 7:30 PM) |
| Peoria County Legal Self-Help Center / Law Library | Self-help legal resources | 324 Main St Room 211, Peoria, IL 61602 | (309) 672-6084 | M-F 8:30 AM-5 PM |
Additional Resources (Free Clothing, Advocacy, Support)
| Provider | Services | Address | Phone | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Department of Human Services (DHS) | Public assistance | 103 NE Jefferson, Peoria, IL 61602 | (309) 671-8100 | M-F 8:30 AM-5 PM |
| Enough Stuff | Free Clothing Store | 422 E Washington St #10, East Peoria, IL 61611 | (309) 868-2684 | M-F 9 AM-6 PM; Sat 10 AM-2 PM |
| Friendship House | Advocacy, Coaching, Education, Support | 800 NE Madison Ave, Peoria, IL 61603 | (309) 671-5200 | M-F 9 AM-5:30 PM |
| Threads, Hope & Love | Free Clothing Store | 121 Zinser Pl, Washington, IL 61571 | (309) 303-0205 | Tue 11 AM-6 PM (call to schedule) |
| Dream Center Peoria | Clothing, Public Showers, Homeless Housing | 714 Hamilton Blvd, Peoria, IL 61603 | (309) 676-3000 | Call for hours |
| Heaven’s View Christian Fellowship | Food and Clothing | 602 W Richmond Ave, Peoria, IL 61606 | (309) 682-2360 | Tue-Fri 10 AM-4 PM (call for scheduling) |
Transportation
| Provider | Services | Address | Phone | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CityLink – Transit Center | Bus Passes | 407 SW Adams St, Peoria, IL 61602 | (309) 676-4040 | M-F 6 AM-10 PM; Sat 7 AM-10 PM; Sun 8 AM-7 PM |
| Greater Peoria Mass Transit District (CityLink) | Bus Routes | 129 Van Buren St, Peoria, IL 61603 | (309) 676-4040 | M-F 5:30 AM-12:45 AM; Sat 7:30 AM-10:30 PM; Sun 8:30 AM-7:30 PM |
| Tenth Judicial Circuit Court of Illinois | Bus Passes, Gas Cards, Rideshare Vouchers | 324 Main St Room 215, Peoria, IL | (309) 669-2939 | M-F 8:30 AM-5 PM |
| CityLift – Transdev | Free Fixed Bus Route (if applicable) | 1530 W Altofer Dr, Peoria, IL 61615 | (309) 999-3667 | M-F 8 AM-4 PM |
GED Program & Educational Support
| Provider | Services | Address | Phone | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miller Center | Digital Literacy Classes | 551 S 14th St, Pekin, IL 61554 | (309) 346-5210 | Call to register for classes |
| ART Inc. GED | GED Test Prep | 919 NE Jefferson St, Peoria, IL 61603 | (309) 713-3744 | Call to schedule |
| Moonlight Coalition for Adult Learning | Flexible GED & adult literacy (ages 17+). Proctor Rec Center: 309 S DuSable; Logan Rec Center: 1414 S Livingston | Peoria, IL 61605 | (309) 673-9183 | Contact Hedy Elliott-Gardner |
| Tri-County Urban League | GED & Pre-GED instruction | 317 S MacArthur Hwy, Peoria, IL 61605 | (309) 673-7474 | M-F 9 AM-5 PM |
Community Health Services (Mental & Physical)
| Provider | Address | Phone | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heartland Health Services | 2321 N Wisconsin Ave #2, Peoria, IL | (309) 680-7600 | M-F 8 AM-4:30 PM |
| OSF PromptCare | 5114 N Glen Park Pl, Peoria, IL | (309) 655-2431 | Sun-Sat 8 AM-8 PM |
| Trillium Place on Hamilton | 1200 Hamilton Blvd, Peoria, IL | (309) 671-8040 | M-F 8 AM-7 PM |
| Addiction Recovery Center at Carle Health | 5409 N Knoxville Ave, Peoria, IL | (309) 691-1055 | 24/7 |
| Peoria City/County Health Dept – WIC Program | 2116 N Sheridan Rd, Peoria, IL | (309) 679-6000 | M-F 8 AM-4:30 PM |
| Destiny for Women Health Clinic | 2805 Knoxville Ave, Peoria, IL | (309) 740-1111 | Mon-Tue 9 AM-4 PM; Wed 9 AM-8 PM; Fri 9 AM-4:30 PM |
| Women’s Care Center | 2609 Knoxville Ave, Peoria, IL | (309) 689-0200 | M-F 9 AM-5 PM |
| Empower Life Center (Free Pregnancy Services & STI Test) | 1825 N Knoxville Ave, Peoria, IL | (309) 688-0202 | Mon-Thu 9 AM-4:30 PM |
Food & Clothing Pantries (by Day)
| Day | Provider | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | The Salvation Army Peoria – Food Service | 417 NE Adams St, Peoria, IL | (309) 655-7272 |
| Monday | St. Vincent De Paul Emergency Food Pantry | 620 St Joseph Pl, Pekin, IL 61554 | (309) 347-6108 |
| Monday | Redeemer Lutheran Church (1-3 PM) | 6801 N Allen Rd, Peoria, IL 61614 | (309) 691-2333 |
| Tuesday | Hidden Mama Food Pantry | 644 Park Ave, Peoria, IL 61603 | (309) 472-6377 |
| Tuesday | Sophia’s Kitchen (Hot Meals) | 105 N Richard Pryor Pl, Peoria, IL 61605 | (309) 655-1578 |
| Tuesday | CrossPoint Church – CarePointe’s Food Pantry | 400 S Pleasant Hill, East Peoria, IL 61611 | (309) 699-6768 |
| Wednesday | Salvation Army Community Center | 2903 W Nebraska Ave, Peoria, IL 61604 | (309) 682-8886 |
| Wednesday | St Joseph’s Church – St. Vincent de Paul | 6001 N University St, Peoria, IL 61614 | (309) 691-3602 |
| Wednesday | Heaven’s View Christian Fellowship – Clothing Pantry | 602 Richmond Ave, Peoria, IL 61604 | (309) 682-2360 |
| Thursday | Pekin Outreach Initiative (Hot Meals) | 243 Derby St, Pekin, IL 61554 | (309) 205-6093 |
| Thursday | Hand Up Peoria | 1419 S Folkers Ave, Peoria, IL 61605 | (309) 222-6377 |
| Thursday | Sophia’s Kitchen (Hot Meals) | 105 N Richard Pryor Pl, Peoria, IL | (309) 655-1578 |
| Friday | Sophia’s Kitchen – Food Pantry | 105 N Richard Pryor Pl, Peoria, IL 61605 | (309) 655-1578 |
| Friday | Salvation Army Community Center | 2903 W Nebraska Ave, Peoria, IL 61604 | (309) 682-8886 |
| Friday | CrossPoint Church – CarePointe’s Food Pantry | 400 S Pleasant Hill, East Peoria, IL 61611 | (309) 699-6768 |
| Saturday | First United Methodist Church | 116 NE Perry St, Peoria, IL 61603 | (309) 673-3641 |
| Saturday | Heaven’s View Christian Fellowship – Food Pantry | 602 Richmond Ave, Peoria, IL 61604 | (309) 682-2360 |
| Saturday | New Life Church | 2018 W Kellogg Ave, West Peoria, IL 61604 | (309) 266-9050 |
| Sunday | Pekin Outreach Initiative (Hot Meals) | 243 Derby St, Pekin, IL 61554 | (309) 205-6093 |
Family, Youth, Women’s & Addiction Support
| Provider | Address | Phone | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center for Prevention of Abuse | 720 W Joan Ct, Peoria, IL | (309) 691-0551 | 24/7 |
| Family Core Peoria | 330 SW Washington St, Peoria, IL | (309) 676-2400 | 8:30 AM-5:30 PM (Wed until 7 PM) |
| DCFS – Youth Housing Assistance Program | 2001 NE Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL | (321) 328-2159 | M-F 8:30 AM-5 PM |
| DCFS – Extended Family Support Program | 2001 NE Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL | (312) 814-6800 | M-F 8:30 AM-5 PM |
| OSF Strive (Trauma Recovery Program) | 214 Pecan St, Peoria, IL | (309) 308-2030 | M-F 8 AM-4:30 PM |
| Jolt’s Recovery Cafe – Heart to Heart | 2203 N Sheridan Rd, Peoria, IL | (309) 966-3643 | 2nd Sunday monthly @ 6 PM |
| WIC Illinois | 2116 N Sheridan Rd, Peoria, IL | (309) 679-6000 | M-F 8 AM-4:30 PM |
| Center for Youth & Family Solutions | 2610 W Richwoods Blvd, Peoria, IL | (309) 323-6600 | M-F 9 AM-5 PM |
| Peoria Area Intergroup Association (Sober) | 3701 N Sheridan Rd, Peoria, IL | (309) 687-1329 | M-F 9 AM-5 PM; Sat 9 AM-12 PM |
| Jolt Harm Reduction Foundation | 2203 N Sheridan Rd, Peoria, IL | (309) 966-3643 | M-F 9 AM-5 PM (Mon opens 11 AM) |
Childcare & Diaper Resources
| Provider | Services | Address | Phone | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| District 150: Valeska Hinton | Public School | 800 W Romeo B Garrett Ave, Peoria, IL | (309) 672-6810 | M-F 7 AM-4 PM |
| Family Core (Loving Bottoms – Diapers) | Diapers | 330 SW Washington St, Peoria, IL | (309) 676-2400 | M-F 8:30 AM-5:30 PM (Wed until 7 PM) |
| SAL Childcare Connection | Childcare | 3425 N Dries Ln, Peoria, IL 61604 | (309) 686-3750 | M-F 8 AM-4 PM |
| Salvation Army (Family Services) | Family services | 414 NE Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL 61603 | (309) 655-7272 | M-F 8:30 AM-4:30 PM |
| Tri-County Urban League Parent-Child Education Center | Childcare / education | 317 N MacArthur Hwy Suite #2, Peoria, IL 61605 | (309) 673-7474 | M-F 7 AM-5 PM |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Peoria | Youth programs | 806 E Kansas St, Peoria, IL 61603 | (309) 685-6007 | M-F 8 AM-6 PM |
| PCCEO – Head Start | Early childhood | 923 W Millman St, Peoria, IL 61605 | (309) 671-3900 | M-F 8:30 AM-5 PM |
| Crittenton Center (Crisis Nursery) | Crisis childcare | 442 W John H Gwynn Jr Ave, Peoria, IL 61605 | (309) 674-4125 | 24/7 |
| Crittenton Center (Emergency Child Care) | Emergency childcare | 442 W John H Gwynn Jr Ave, Peoria, IL 61605 | (309) 674-0105 | 24/7 |
| Woman’s Care Center | Diapers / support | 2609 Knoxville Ave, Peoria, IL 61604 | (309) 689-0200 | M-F 9 AM-5 PM |
Immigrant & Refugee Resources
| Provider | Address | Phone | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western Illinois Dreamers – Peoria Welcoming Center | 3526 N California Ave #201, Peoria, IL 61603 | (309) 731-4927 | Call for scheduling |
| Illinois Central College – East Peoria | 1 College Dr, East Peoria, IL | (309) 694-5422 | 8 AM-8 PM |
| Peoria Friendship House of Christian Service | 800 NE Madison Ave, Peoria, IL | (309) 671-5200 | M-F 9 AM-4 PM |
| ICC Peoria – Maple Hall | 5407 N University St, Peoria, IL | (309) 694-5422 | 7 AM-10 PM |
| Immigration Project Inc | 211 Landmark Dr Suite D4, Peoria, IL | (309) 829-8703 | M-F 10 AM-6 PM (closed Wed) |
| ICIRR – Family Support Hotline | 228 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL | (312) 332-7360 | Hotline |
| Illinois Coalition for Immigrant & Refugee Rights (ICIRR) | 228 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL | (312) 332-7360 | M-F 9 AM-5 PM |
| Farmworker and Landscaper Advocacy Project | 77 W Washington St, Chicago, IL | (888) 451-3527 | 24/7 |
| The Center: Resources for Teaching and Learning (ESL) | 2626 S Clearbrook Dr, Arlington Heights, IL | (224) 366-8500 | M-F 9:30 AM-4:30 PM |
| Heartland Health Services | 2321 N Wisconsin Ave, Peoria, IL | (309) 680-7600 | M-F 8 AM-4:30 PM |
Financial Education, Resources & Self-Improvement
| Provider | Address | Phone | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Navicore Solutions | 416 Main Street, Peoria, IL | (800) 922-4557 | Call to schedule |
| The Salvation Army – Peoria | 417 NE Adams Street, Peoria, IL 61603 | (309) 655-7220 | Mon, Tue, Thu 9 AM-4 PM (closed 12-1) |
| AARP Tax-Aide (Peoria) | Peoria Public Library, 107 NE Monroe St, Peoria, IL | (309) 497-2131 | Call to schedule |
| AARP Tax-Aide (Pekin) | 301 S 4th St, Pekin, IL 61554 | (309) 347-7111 | Call to schedule |
| Jobs Partnership | 602 W Richmond Ave, Peoria, IL | (309) 682-2360 | Call for appointment |
| ICC Workforce Equity Initiative (WEI) | 5407 N University St, Peoria, IL | (309) 690-7600 | M-F 7 AM-10 PM |
Goodwill Industries of Central Illinois – Programs & Workshops
2319 E War Memorial Dr, Peoria, IL · (309) 339-7326 · M-F 8 AM-5 PM. Services in Pekin & Peoria: (309) 427-8048; Galesburg: (309) 427-8049.
| Program | Description | Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| OSHA Forklift Safety Certification | Reduces accidents up to 70%; valid 3 years | Wednesday – in-person & online |
| Free Computer Classes (Microsoft) | Essential workplace computer skills | Varies – in-person & online (call) |
| Free Access to Coursera Certificates | Earn certificates from online universities | Varies – in-person & online (call) |
| Practice Interviews | Practice interview skills with instant feedback | Call to schedule |
| Veteran Peer Support Group | Substance abuse & emotional support (vet-led) | Mondays 2-3 PM |
| Free Veteran Haircuts | Volunteer barber, free haircuts for veterans | Call to schedule |
| Basic Cell Phone Use Classes | Learn smartphone basics | Varies – in-person (call) |
| Resume Assistance Workshops | Improve resume; pass ATS/AI filters | Varies – in-person (call) |
| Job Search Assistance | Apply online; strategies for success | Varies – in-person (call) |
| Digital Skills Assessment | Earn Microsoft Office proficiency | Varies – in-person (call) |
| Career Path Assessments | Find a career that fits you | Varies – in-person (call) |
| Virtual Reality Career Exploration | Hands-on skills in a virtual setting | Varies – in-person (call) |
| Job Placement Assistance & Needs Assessment | Individualized employment plan with a case manager | Tue 9-11 AM; Thu 1-4 PM |
| Carpentry Apprenticeship Opportunity | ICC partnership | Scan the QR code to apply |
Hours and availability can change — please call ahead to confirm before visiting.