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East Maine School District 63

Empowering all students to succeed in a changing world

Community Resources

Community Resources

  • Niles Family Services: 999 Civic Center Drive, Niles. Counseling services are offered to Niles residents and/or students/families that attend a Niles School. Contact 847.588.8460. 
  • Maine Township MaineStay Youth & Family Services: 1700 Ballard Road, Park Ridge. Counseling services are offered at a reduced cost/sliding fee. No one is turned away. Contact akalvelage@mainetown.com, call 224.257.4849, or complete the intake Counseling Inquiry Form.
  • Turning Point: 8324 Skokie Blvd., Skokie. Accepts Medicaid and some provide insurance. Call 847.933.0051.
  • Metropolitan Family Services: 5210 Maine Street, Skokie. Accepts Medicaid and private insurance. Call 847.425.7500.
  • Josselyn Center: 405 Central Ave, Northfield. Accepts all Medicaid and some private insurance. (847) 441-5600.
  • Call4Calm: Illinois Department of Human Services' free and anonymous support line. To speak to a mental health professional, text the word “TALK” or “HABLAR” (for Spanish speakers) to 552-020. Within 24 hours, you'll receive a call from a mental health professional employed by a local community health center. People can also text other terms, like “unemployment,” “food,” or “shelter,” to the same number to receive information on how to navigate and access supports and services.
  • Help is Here: Talk to Someone:Illinois Department of Human Services
  • National Suicide Prevention Hotline: The Lifeline provides 24/7 free and confidential support for people in distress, and prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones. Call 800.273.8255.