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Mental Health Resources

Student Support Services

Social Worker

Kelsey Dean

kdean@acusd1.org

(309)329-2158 *Ask for Kelsey


"Hello everyone! My name is Kelsey Dean and I am the PreK-12 School Social Worker for the Astoria School District. This is my 10th year as the social worker here and I could not be happier to be continuing my career in this community. I received by Bachelor's Degree in Social Work from Bradley University and my Master's Degree in School Social Work from the University of Illinois at Chicago. When I am not at work, I love to spend my free time with my two wonderful children, husband, and dog as well as traveling to visit extended family in the Chicago area. When at school, I am available to meet with students to address any and all social-emotional needs, teach social skills, and provide services to students receiving individualized education services as well as work with families to connect them with outside services and resources. I work hard to make myself accessible to all of our students as well as their families so please never hesitate to contact me through phone call or email at any time and I will do whatever I can to provide help and support!"

Academic Advisor / Student Health Coordinator

Stephanie Carithers, MSOT

scarithers@acusd1.org

(309)329-2158 *Ask for Stephanie


"I am a 1998 graduate of Astoria High School. I earned my Master of Science in Occupational Therapy degree from Belmont University in 2010. I have over 20 years of experience in the medical field. I am looking forward to building relationships with the students in the Astoria School District and cheering them on as we work together to help them reach their goals."

Information

Calendy Link for Scheduling with Mrs. Dean

Emotional Regulation and Mental Wellness Strategies

Calendy Link for Scheduling with Mrs. Dean

Learn more

Teacher Referral Form

Emotional Regulation and Mental Wellness Strategies

Calendy Link for Scheduling with Mrs. Dean

to request support services

Online Form

Emotional Regulation and Mental Wellness Strategies

Emotional Regulation and Mental Wellness Strategies

Emotional Regulation and Mental Wellness Strategies

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Resource Link

Local Information

Western Illinois Regional Council

Western Illinois Regional Council

Western Illinois Regional Council

Victim's Services 24 Hour Hotline (309)837-5555

- Domestic Violence Services (309)837-6622

- Sexual Assault Services (309)333-1934


Learn more

Fulton-Mason Crisis Services

Western Illinois Regional Council

Western Illinois Regional Council

(309)647-8311

Fulton County

Western Illinois Regional Council

Fulton County

Social Services Guide

Family Resources

ROE #26 Family Resource Assistance (pdf)Download

Hotline Information

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

To Talk: Dial 988 or 1-800-273-8255


To use the Suicide Prevention Chat Link

click the button below.

To Chat

National Runaway Safeline

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

To Talk: 1-800-786-2929


To use the National Runaway Chat Link

click the button below.

To Chat

LGBTQ+ National Hotline

LGBTQ+ National Hotline

LGBTQ+ National Hotline

1-888-843-4564

CARES Crisis Hotline

LGBTQ+ National Hotline

LGBTQ+ National Hotline

1-800-345-9049


You can call the number above if your child is having a crisis.


*A parent/guardian may check to see if their child can receive SASS services by calling the CARES Crisis Line above.

Government Resources

WIC (Women, Infants, and Children)

WIC (Women, Infants, and Children)

WIC (Women, Infants, and Children)

Resources and Information

Learn More

SNAP

WIC (Women, Infants, and Children)

WIC (Women, Infants, and Children)

Resources and Information

Learn More

Mental Health Support [CANTON]

Watson Center for Wellness

North Central Behavioral Health

North Central Behavioral Health

(309)649-6813

103 S. Main Street

P.O. Box 343

Canton, IL 61520

North Central Behavioral Health

North Central Behavioral Health

North Central Behavioral Health

(309)647-1881

229 Martin Ave.

Canton, IL 61520

Psychology Specialist

Jennifer Bates Play Therapist

Jennifer Bates Play Therapist

(309)648-0782

180 C. Main Street

Canton, IL 61520

Jennifer Bates Play Therapist

Jennifer Bates Play Therapist

Jennifer Bates Play Therapist

(309)649-1660

or

(309)231-2296

Mental Health Support [MACOMB]

McDonough District Hospital Behavioral Health Services

McDonough District Hospital Behavioral Health Services

McDonough District Hospital Behavioral Health Services

(309)836-1582

503 East Grant Street

Macomb, IL 61455

*Does not accept Medicaid, however offers financial aid when eligible.

The Center for Youth & Family Solutions

McDonough District Hospital Behavioral Health Services

McDonough District Hospital Behavioral Health Services

(309)833-1791

123 S. McArthur Street

Macomb, IL 61455

*Does not accept Medicaid, however offers sliding scale based on income/dependent.


North Central Behavioral Health Systems

McDonough District Hospital Behavioral Health Services

North Central Behavioral Health Systems

(309)833-2191

301 E. Jefferson St. 

Macomb, IL 61455

Bridgeway Macomb

Western Illinois University Psychology Clinic

North Central Behavioral Health Systems

(309)837-4876 or (309)836-4161

Teresa or Rebecca work with children

*Accepts Medicaid

Western Illinois University Psychology Clinic

Western Illinois University Psychology Clinic

Western Illinois University Psychology Clinic

(309)298-1919

www.wiu.edu/users/psyclin

*FREE, including ADHD assessment

McDonough District Hospital Behavioral Health

Western Illinois University Psychology Clinic

Western Illinois University Psychology Clinic

(309)833-4101

Can walk-in for an evaluation, or a parent can "walk-in" to discuss a child without the child present.

*Does not accept IL Medicaid but can ask for financial assistance.

Mental Health Support [RUSHVILLE]

Schuyler Counseling

(217)322-4373

127 S. Liberty St.

Rushville, IL 62681

Additional Mental Health & Counseling

Dr. Serrano, Child Psychiatrist at Bridgeway

Illinois Department of Children & Family Services

New Hope Counseling - Dr. Jason Unzicker, LCPC

800-344-2331

232 Windish Drive,

Galesburg, IL

*Takes IL Medicaid

New Hope Counseling - Dr. Jason Unzicker, LCPC

Illinois Department of Children & Family Services

New Hope Counseling - Dr. Jason Unzicker, LCPC

319-759-1450

200 East Main Street

LaHarpe, IL 61450

Illinois Department of Children & Family Services

Illinois Department of Children & Family Services

Illinois Department of Children & Family Services

309-647-0051

Counseling, casework services, day care, advocacy, homemaker, etc.

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