A Helping Hand is Nearby

Rockford and Winnebago County are full of resources and support to increase your opportunities, help you solve problems and support you in meeting your goals! Use the dashboard below to learn more.

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The lists of agencies and organizations here are compiled by Alignment Rockford and Region 1 Planning Council and are updated quarterly. If something is missing or needs to be updated, please email admin@alignmentrockford.com.

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2-1-1

Free, confidential help 24/7 finding food, shelter, bills assistance, health care, child care, and more. Hosted in Winnebago County by United Way of Rock River Valley.

Call 2-1-1

Rather fill out a form?

GLOW-STICSS

Tell us what your family needs, and we'll help connect you to services.

survey.alchemer.com/s3/7990498/GLOW-STICSS

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Student Support

RPS 205

Rockford Public School District 205's community resource page for students and families.

sites.google.com/rps205.com/community-resource-guide/home

Resource page

Mental health crisis

Call or text 988

Emergency

Call 911

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