R.A.C.E.S. Services
Counseling
Free, confidential, and unlimited counseling sessions. Individual, group, family, and child counseling is available for those aged three and older for both victims/survivors and their non-offending significant others. There are no fees and your insurance will not be charged.
Legal Advocacy
Our legal advocates can assist you with navigating the civil and criminal justice process. This includes assistance in filing for Civil No Contact and Stalking No Contact Orders. They can also help you assert your rights as a crime victim and accompany you to meetings with officials and court hearings.
24 Hour Crisis Line
We operate a 24-hour, 365 day a year crisis hotline. Through the hotline you can access crisis counseling services, information and referral, and support. Just call (217) 384-4444.
Toll free hotline: 1-877-236-3727
Public Education & Training
We provide education and training about sexual assault, abuse, and harassment to a wide variety of audiences. Our Child Assault Prevention Education Program provides age appropriate education to elementary aged students. We also provide education to children in public and private school districts, as well as specialized training to professional allies.
Medical Advocacy
Trained advocates respond to local hospitals 24-hours a day. They can accompany a victim through the evidence collection and medical treatment process; provide support; give information about options and rights; and assist with safety planning.