Elkhart Resource Directory

Elkhart, IN

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Table of Contents

Addiction Recovery 3

Child Care 4

Employment 5

Food and Clothing 6

Housing/Shelters 8

Legal Services 9

Medical/Dental Care 10

Mental Health Counseling 13

Prenatal Services 14

Emergency/Important Phone Numbers 15

Addiction Recovery

Alcoholics Anonymous - Serenity Hall The Elkhart Area Central Service Office is “an AA service office that involves partnership among Groups in our community—just as AA groups themselves are partnerships of the individuals. It exists to aid the groups in their common purpose of carrying the AA message to the alcoholic who still suffers.” Address: 949 ½ Middlebury St, Elkhart IN 46516 Phone: (574) 295-8188

Center for Problem Resolution The Center’s goal is to effectively treat alcohol and drug-addicted clients in an outpatient setting. They also offer domestic violence prevention programming specifically focusing on a Batterers Intervention Program. Behavioral Healthcare of Northern Indiana th Address: 211 South 5 St, Elkhart IN Phone: (574) 294-7447

CleanSlate Outpatient Addiction Medicine CleanSlate is a multi-state medical group that provides effective treatment for the chronic disease of addiction, primarily alcohol and opioid use disorders. We partner with local care providers to ensure patients have access to all the resources they need, including supportive counseling and clear accountability. Address: 1004 Parkway Ave, Elkhart IN Phone: (574) 218-7131

Elkhart Addiction Recovery Center ARC provides outpatient services that are related to the misuse of one or more substances. Enrollment in one of our programs requires a current clinical evaluation from a recognized addictions provider. Program length and intensity is aligned to the severity of the identified problem. Address: 204 S. Main St, Elkhart IN 46515 Phone: (574) 293-1086

Oaklawn Oaklawn offers specialized addictions treatment programs for adolescents and adults in Elkhart and St. Joseph counties. Our programs are designed to treat complex addictions, in addition to traditional addictions treatment. Services can include those who are addicted to more than one substance, people who have failed in other programs or people who are also facing a mental illness. Address: 2600 Oakland Ave, Elkhart IN 46517 Phone: (574) 533-1234

SPA Ministry Homes At SPA we are concerned with heart change, not just behavior modification. We believe that true change is a process that requires time and most importantly, a relationship with Jesus Christ. That’s why we offer a 12- month, 24/7 supervised, Christ-centered, residential treatment program. We provide services to women 18 and older who are impacted by painful life experiences and destructive behaviors such as drug and alcohol addiction, domestic violence, and sexual assault. Address: 23221 Old US 20 East, Elkhart, IN 46516 Phone: 574-333-3150

Child Care Boys and Girls Club – The Brady Center The Boys & Girls Club seeks to provide academic support for all Club members. During the after school program the Learning Center is available for members to work on their school assigned homework, read, and participate in other academic support programs. The Boys & Girls Club also seeks to provide opportunities for all Club members to explore the fine arts, healthy lifestyles, and character and leadership development. Address: 1027 McPherson St., Elkhart Phone: 574-295-6838

Brightpoint- Elkhart County Family Support Center The childcare assistance program helps families afford quality childcare for children younger than 13. Parents must be working, going to school, or receiving job training to qualify. Please visit the website below for more information. Address: 1900 Berry St. Suite H, Elkhart, IN 46516 Phone: 800-589-2264 Website: https://mybrightpoint.org/index.php/get-help/family-self-sufficiency/child-care-assistance/

Elkhart Child Development Center Our mission is to provide high-quality childcare and educational services to children of lower income families in Elkhart County, which includes the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development of the child, while strengthening the family unit. Address: 2121 Prairie Street, Elkhart IN 56517 Phone: 574-293-5316

Employment/Continuing Education Church Community Services Church Community Services is a faith-based agency helping people of Elkhart County weather life’s storms and build more secure futures through emergency assistance (with rent and utilities) and intensive job and life- skills training. We also operate a food pantry. Address: 907 Oakland Ave, Elkhart IN Phone: 574-295-3673 Website: https://www.churchcommunityservices.org/about-us/

Elkhart Community Schools – Community Education Community Education through Elkhart Community Schools offers a variety of programs for adults living in Elkhart County. The first is the Continuing Education Programs, which provide classes that can help you advance your career and keep you up to date with the latest technology, such as AutoCAD, Medical Terminology and HVACR. They also offer Adult Education / High School Equivalency preparation and testing as well as English as a Second Language Courses Address: 2424 California Rd, Elkhart IN 46514 Phone: (574) 262-5678

HEA Adult Education HEA assists community partners in developing Networks and Pilot Programs to provide pathways to high- demand post-secondary credentials, advanced careers, and increased earnings while responding to the workforce needs of local industry. A collaboration between industry, adult education programs, government, and post-secondary institutions is leading to new opportunities for all adults, regardless of educational level, to pursue meaningful career pathways or advance their current careers. Address: 1396 Benham Ave, Suite A, Elkhart IN 46515 Phone: (866) 898-3908 or (260) 463-4381

Indiana Department of Workforce Development - WorkOne Assists individuals with unemployment issues, job placement services available. Veteran’s representative available by appointment. They also offer CityRider which is a card that allows transportation services for discounted prices Address: 430 Waterfall Dr., Elkhart IN 46516 Phone: (574) 295-0105

Real Services – Family Development Program This program offers various types of assistance to low income families who are willing and able to move toward self-sufficiency. Case Management provides information in the following areas: referrals for assistance, career guidance, vocation training, job seeking skills, finance/budgeting, complete basic education, housing/home ownership, child care resources, video library, nutrition, home care/management, parenting, time management and improving self confidence. Address: 500 N. Nappanee, Suite 4A, Elkhart IN 46514 Phone: (574) 322-4185

Food and Clothing Church Community Services Church Community Services is a faith-based agency helping people of Elkhart County weather life’s storms and build more secure futures through emergency assistance (with rent and utilities) and intensive job and life-skills training. We also operate a food pantry. Please visit the website below for more information on opening hours for each program. Address: 907 Oakland Ave, Elkhart IN Phone: 574-295-3673 Website: https://www.churchcommunityservices.org/about-us/

Church without Walls: Clothing and Food Pantry Resources include free clothing, winter coats and shoes for all ages of residents. In addition, the site may have perishable and nonperishable food for persons in need. Open on Thursdays from 10am-12pm Address: 731 Wagner Ave Elkhart, IN Phone: (574)293-0776

Faith Community Church Runs a nonprofit clothing and food pantry. The location may have baby, children's, adult, and maternity clothing, among other supplies. Families can select free gently used clothing for infants, children and adults. Open on Tuesdays from 1-2:30 pm and Saturdays from 10-11:30 am Address: 30046 County Road 16 Elkhart, IN 46516 Phone: (574) 674-8494

Faith Mission of Elkhart Faith Mission of Elkhart, Inc. is a Christian social service agency, which provides food, shelter, clothing and other services for homeless individuals. Address: 801 Benham Ave, Elkhart IN Phone: (574) 293-3406

Family & Social Services Administration Offers a variety of programs offered to assist families including: TANF, Food Stamps, Medicaid Address: 1120 N. Main Street, Suite 201, Elkhart, IN 46514 Phone: (800) 403-0864 Website: www.fssabenefits.in.gov

Guidance Ministries Baby clothing, food and hygiene items are typically offered. They also provide a shower and washer and dryer facility to those living directly on the streets. Many come in in the morning to drink a cup of coffee, check their messages and mail, take a hot shower and then go to the chapel to lie down on one of the pews for a nap. Address: 216 N. Second St, Elkhart IN 46515 Phone: (574) 296- 7192

New Hope United Methodist Church of Elkhart County Clothing, household items, free toiletries and more may be offered from the clothing bank. Also offer support groups for drug use. Address: 28765 County Road 4 West Elkhart, IN 46514 Phone: (574) 262-9341 ext. 397

Salvation Army The Elkhart Salvation Army provides many types of assistance programs to the people in Elkhart, Lagrange and Steuben counties. We have utility, rent, and Christmas assistance programs. Our Food Pantry is available to those in need of supplemental pantry items. It offers a large selection of both perishable and non-perishable items. In order to receive Food Pantry assistance, one must have: Indiana ID, Social Security Cards for everyone in the household, food stamps print out, and proof of all income for everyone in the household. Address: 300 N. Main St, Elkhart IN 46516 Phone: (574) 970-0088

Shepard’s Clove The Shepherd’s Cove Clothing Pantry is a faith-based ministry assisting people in need by supplying clothing, household items, furniture and providing information for the betterment of the people in the Michiana area. Address: 347 W. Lusher, Elkhart IN 46516 Phone: (574) 226-0261

Housing/Shelters Church Community Services Church Community Services is a faith-based agency helping people of Elkhart County weather life’s storms and build more secure futures through emergency assistance (with rent and utilities) and intensive job and life- skills training. We also operate a food pantry. Please visit the website below for more information on opening hours for each program. Address: 907 Oakland Ave, Elkhart IN Phone: 574-295-3673 Website: https://www.churchcommunityservices.org/about-us/

Elkhart Housing Authority Provides affordable housing and rent assistance for those who qualify. Address: 1396 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN 46516 Phone: (574) 295-8392

YMCA North Central Indiana - Safe Haven Elkhart County Safe haven offers temporary residential services to women and their children fleeing domestic violence and other forms of abuse. Transportation assistance is provided. Address: 132 State St, Elkhart IN 46516 Phone: (574) 830-5073

Legal Services Center for Community Justice CCJ empowers Elkhart County by using Restorative Justice to heal the harm caused by crime, strengthen conflict resolution skills, and engage a stronger community. The Center for Community Justice is rooted in the principles of Restorative Justice, assisting Elkhart County through Restorative Mediation and Facilitation, Restorative Reentry work and Restorative Training. rd Address: 121 S. 3 St, Elkhart IN 46516 Phone: (574) 295-6149 Toll-Free: (800) 318-6159

Elkhart County Prosecutor The Office of the Prosecuting Attorney represents the State of Indiana in all felony and misdemeanor criminal prosecutions resulting from crimes committed within Elkhart County, Indiana. In addition, the Elkhart County Prosecuting Attorney's Office conducts and supervises criminal investigations, supervises grand jury proceedings, conducts juvenile adjudications and prosecutions, enforces child support obligations entered in divorce and paternity actions, and provides vital information and assistance to victims of crime. 301 S. Main St, Suite 100, Elkhart IN 46516 (574) 296-1888

Indiana Legal Services, INC Indiana Legal Services, Inc. (ILS) is a not-for-profit law firm and the largest provider of free civil legal assistance to eligible low-income people throughout the state of Indiana. ILS helps clients who are faced with legal problems that harm their ability to have such basics as food, shelter, income, medical care or personal safety. Most of the cases ILS handles are cases such as family law where there is domestic violence, housing, consumer law, access to health care, and access to government benefits. ILS does not handle any criminal matters. Indiana Legal Services serves clients living in the following counties: Elkhart, Fulton, Kosciusko, Lagrange, LaPorte, Marshall, Noble, Pulaski and St. Joseph. Address: The Commerce Center, 401 E. Colfax Ave, Suite 116, South Bend IN Phone: (574) 234-8121

The Volunteer Lawyer Network Organization dedicated to facilitating the organization of free legal assistance and representation by community lawyers to low income individuals in the counties of St. Joseph, Elkhart, LaPorte, Starke, Marshall, and Kosciusko counties. Address: 117 N. Main St, South Bend IN Phone: 574-277-0075

Medical/Dental Care ABG Dental ABG Dental Care of Elkhart offers routine preventative and restorative dental care for patients of all ages. They accept both Medicare/Medicaid. Address: Woodland Crossings Plaza, 2549 Prairie St., Elkhart IN 46517 Phone: (574) 389-8300

Center for Healing and Hope An urgent care center for the uninsured, the under-insured, and those with unmet health care needs in our community. We function as a point of entry for those with no access to our health care system. Our patient advocate refers as many people as we can to primary care physicians, including Heart City and Maple City clinics. Note: We do not provide primary care to patients, but refer them to clinics that do. Our care goes far beyond treating injuries and illnesses. We also connect families to resources such as housing, food, and counseling services. Plymouth United Church of Christ Address: 902 S. Main St., Goshen IN Phone: (574) 534-4744

Elkhart Dental Center A full service dental practice in Elkhart County that accepts Medicaid. Address: 125 S. Nappanee Street, Elkhart IN 46514 Phone: (574) 522-0156

Elkhart General Hospital /Elkhart General Hospital Medication Assistance Program Beacon offers a wide variety of health services throughout the Michiana area including Elkhart General Hospital located in the city of Elkhart beside the St. Joseph River. Address: 600 East Blvd, Elkhart IN 46514 Phone: (574) 389-4834

The Findley Dental Center – Heart City Health Heart City Health Center’s licensed dentists and hygienists provide general dentistry services to people of all ages, incomes, and backgrounds. They also accept Medicare/Medicaid. Address: 236 Simpson Ave, Elkhart IN 46516 Phone: 574-970-1937

First Steps The goal of First Steps is to help Hoosier families make sure their infants and toddlers receive services now to help them in the future. Services through First Steps are designed to meet the developmental needs of the child and address any delays that may be occurring. First Steps serves the following counties: St. Joseph, Elkhart, LaGrange, Steuben, Noble, DeKalb, Whitley, Marshall, Fulton and Kosciusko. Address: 700 E. Beardsley Ave, Suite 14A, Elkhart IN 46516 Phone: (574) 293-2813 or (866) 725-2398

Give Back a Smile Program Program of American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry Charitable Foundation Provides restorative and cosmetic dentistry in the smile-zone to qualified survivors of domestic violence. Eligibility: $20 donation or proof of 10 hours of community service. Requires referral from a case manager or social worker. Application Link: https://aacd.com/proxy/files/GBAS%20application%20page/GBAS%20application_2018_07_23.pdf Phone: (800) 543-9220 Website: www.aacd.com

WIC - Healthy Beginnings Provides prenatal and postnatal care for pregnant women and their children (ages birth-5 years old). Provides a ‘WIC Card’ that can be used at local grocery stores to purchase milk, cereal, yogurt, juice, fruit, vegetables, etc. Also provides formula for mothers who are not able to breastfeed. A pediatric dental clinic is also offered at this WIC location. Address: 1400 Hudson St, Elkhart IN 46516 Phone: (574) 522-6702

Heart City Health Center At Heart City Health we take a multifaceted approach to healthcare that allows us to provide care across multiple disciplines, to treat the whole person. Our services include family medicine, dentistry, behavioral health, and a full service pharmacy all under one roof. Assistance is also provided to guide you through the insurance process so you have the coverage you need. There are 2 locations for the Health Centers: Address: 236 Simpson Ave, Elkhart IN 46516 Phone: (574) 293-0052 OR

Address: 148 W. Hively Ave, Elkhart IN 46517 Phone: (574) 350-2500

Northern Indiana Hispanic Health coalition In collaboration with numerous local agencies, foundations, schools, and volunteers, the NIHHC provides a variety of beneficial services: health care intervention programs, health fairs providing free health screenings, referrals to physicians and health care facilities that are attuned to the Hispanic community’s needs and advocacy for language interpretation and health insurance needs Address: 444 North Nappanee Street, Elkhart IN 46514 Phone: (574) 522-0966 Website: www.nihhc.com 13

Planned Parenthood Planned Parenthood is one of the nation’s leading providers of high-quality, affordable health care, and the nation’s largest provider of sex education. We offer compassionate care, backed by medical experts and more than 100 years of research in reproductive health. Address: 505 S. 3rd Street, Suite 160, Elkhart IN 46516 Phone: (574) 294-7561 Website: www.plannedparenthood.org

Mental Health Counseling CAPS (Child and Parent Services) Our mission is to ensure that every child lives a life free from abuse and neglect. CAPS offer several programs for parents including: Building Block Laboratory Preschool for young children with disruptive behavior; Healthy Families Elkhart County which helps parents of newborn infants by offering support and information about child development and what to expect as a new parent; Parent Aide which is a home visitation, family support service that helps families with children of all ages; The Child and Family Advocacy Center; and CASA. Address: 1000 W. Hively Ave, Elkhart IN 46517 Phone: (574) 295-2277

Beacon Health System Centers for Behavioral Medicine Beacon Health System offers a full range of mental health services, from counseling and support to intensive inpatient treatment. Whether you’re dealing with depression or anxiety or a more complex disorder, such as schizophrenia, we offer advanced treatment options, technology and specialized, compassionate care to help you heal in your own way. Whatever your needs and challenges, we’ll work with you and your loved ones to help you find your path to emotional wellness. There are 2 locations in Elkhart offering behavioral health care: Elkhart General Hospital Address: 600 E. Blvd, Elkhart IN 46514 Phone: (574) 294-2621

Beacon Medical Group Behavioral Health Elkhart Address: 1506 Osolo Road, Suite A Phone: Elkhart, IN 46514 574.523.3347

Oaklawn Oaklawn provides a full range of mental health and addiction services for children, adolescents and adults in Elkhart County. Our services include skills training and case management, individual and group therapy, psychiatric services, intensive residential programs for youth and inpatient treatment for adults. Address: 2600 Oakland Ave, Elkhart IN 46517 Phone: (574) 533-1234

Ryan’s Place At Ryan’s Place, we provide grief support to children, teens, and families. Ryan’s Place works with the bereaved to provide support and education as they travel their journey of grief to find peace, hope, and a new normal as they face life without their deceased loved one. Address: 18 S. Main St, Goshen, IN 46528 Phone: (574) 535-1000

Prenatal Services WIC-Healthy Beginnings Provides prenatal and postnatal care for pregnant women and their children (ages birth-5 years old). Provides a ‘WIC Card’ that can be used at local grocery stores to purchase milk, cereal, yogurt, juice, fruit, vegetables, etc. Also provides formula for mothers who are not able to breastfeed. A pediatric dental clinic is also offered at this WIC location. Address: 1400 Hudson St, Elkhart IN 46516 Phone: (574) 522-0104

RETA RETA is a faith-based, pregnancy and family resource center, which provides free, confidential help by appointment, Monday through Friday. We provide services and help for those facing an unplanned pregnancy; for new parents or new grandparents, for men who want to make a better life or learn to be good dads, and women who want to become good moms. Address: 300 W. High St, Elkhart IN 46516 Phone: (574) 522-3888 15

Women’s Care Center Provides diapers, baby clothing, and maternity clothing for new and expectant mothers in need. Items are available to clients who attend parenting classes in order to earn coupons for use at Crib Club where they can be redeemed for baby and household items. Address: 229 W. Marion St, Elkhart, IN 46516 Phone: (574) 296-6603

Emergency/Important Phone Numbers ACE Cab of Elkhart 746 Marine Ave, Elkhart IN 46516 (574) 206-4245

Child Abuse & Neglect Parent Helpline (855) 444-3911

Child Care Resources (800) 343-3470

Elkhart County Sheriff Office: (574) 891-2300 County Dispatch: (574) 533-4151

Elkhart Police Department (574) 295-7070

Mental Health – 24 Hour Crisis (800) 922-1418

My United Way 2-1-1 211 OR (877) 502-0700

National Child Abuse Hotline (800) 4A-CHILD 16

National Domestic Violence (800) 799-SAFE

YMCA North Central Indiana Safe haven offers temporary residential services to women and their children fleeing domestic violence and other forms of abuse. Transportation assistance is provided. Address: 132 State St, Elkhart IN 46516 Phone: (574) 830-5071 or (574) 295-6596