Rural communities in Henry and Stark counties are set to benefit from an expanded health initiative. The Henry and Stark County Health Departments, along with First Choice Healthcare, have teamed up with the Society of Growth offices in Henry and Wyoming to provide vital mental health, peer recovery, and community support services. These efforts aim to address growing healthcare needs in the area, particularly those related to substance use. Confidential referrals and more information are available at locations in Henry, Wyoming, and Toulon. This collaboration is partially funded by the Comprehensive Opioid, Stimulant, and Substance Use (COSSUP) Program, underscoring its commitment to combating addiction locally.
Families and individuals seeking support in the region now have multiple confidential resources available. The Henry Society of Growth, located at 411 Edward Street in Henry, can be reached at (815) 620-4182. For those in Wyoming, Illinois, the Wyoming Society of Growth offers assistance at 101 West Williams Street, phone number (309) 948-6983. Additionally, Stark County Health Department and Toulon First Choice Healthcare Clinic are open at 120 East Court Street in Toulon, with contact at (309) 852-5272. These organizations are dedicated to providing information and referrals for those in need within their communities.
