Contact Directory

114 E Harrison Sullivan, IL 61951 (217) 728-7721

C.E.F.S. is a not-for-profit Community Action Agency to help people achieve their full individual and economic potential. C.E.F.S. serves the Illinois counties of Moultrie, and Shelby counties

SERVICES AVAILABLE:

Emergency Hotel Vouchers— For people who have no where to stay, a hotel voucher can be provided. This program will require participation in case management and permanent housing search.

Support Services—Supportive services can include clothing, household goods, life skills, mental health counseling, substance abuse treatment, health care and dental assistance, and transportation.

Housing Assistance—Outreach offers rental and utility assistance to prevent people from becoming homeless or to assist those who are homeless obtain a safe and affordable place to live.

Rental Housing Support Program – Provides rent assistance for low-income households. The rent subsidies are based on income and those receiving a subsidy cannot receive any other rental assistance.

Disaster Relief—Meet immediate needs (food, shelter, clothing, or assistance with obtaining ID or birth certificate) after a
family experiences a natural disaster (tornado, flood, earthquake) or a housefire.

Employment Training Assistance—Assistance for low-income individuals to obtain training or education that will lead to a degree, certification, or skill to increase employability. This program will assist with tuition, book, and program required tools and clothing.

Transportation – To provide reliable and timely transportation to residents of each county we serve by ensuring punctuality, accessibility, courtesy, cleanliness, serviceability, and safety at all times to our riders. Riders are encouraged to schedule trips at least one working day in advance (same day service is available if space permits) and need to be ready for pick-up 15 minutes prior to the scheduled pick-up time. Cancellations must be made at least two hours prior to pick-up time.

Service is unavailable on New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Service is limited on MLK Day, President’s Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veteran’s Day and day after Thanksgiving.