UPLIFT and UNBOUND
LIGHT TO LIGHT
Light to Light is a compassionate non -profit organization dedicated to providing support to individuals in the recovery community. This includes funds and support to help remove barriers to sustain sobriety (a clean and sober productive lifestyle).
​Our Vision is to remove barriers to successful transition from active addiction to active, positive, empowered, strength-based integration into healthy community and family life.
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At Light to Light Inc NFP with 501 (c)(3) status, We are driven by a simple belief: real healing starts with community. Our goal is to bring vital resources to people who need them. starting in Will County and one day expanding to other counties, the entire state of Illinois, or even beyond—maybe California!
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At Light to Light, we’re preparing to bridge a critical gap for people transitioning out of inpatient addiction treatment. With your help, we’ll provide the tools they need to thrive; For example: rides to recovery meetings, rent clean and sober homes, clothing, food, and NA/AA books. But this is not enough; we also hope to strengthen family members and support people who are also affected by their loved ones’ addiction. By supporting these supporters, we take a wholistic approach that heals families and communities—because we’re all interconnected, and boosting their strength increases everyone’s recovery, from the individual to the entire community.
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Please explore our Resource Page; The Founder's Blog Page (where you can read the Founder's Story) and consider donating. We plan to add much more to our website to make it a helpful resource for individuals in need and for those who want to help. We hope to facilitate healthy connections and grow together with our community.
​Our Mission is to Heal, Uplift, and Unbound (free) the human soul.
LIGHT TO LIGHT LOVE IN ACTION
Resources for Addicts in Will County, Illinois
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Gateway Foundation – Joliet
Description: A leading provider of substance use disorder treatment with a location in Joliet, Will County. Offers personalized inpatient and outpatient programs, including detox, residential treatment, and therapy for co-occurring disorders.
Services: Withdrawal management, residential treatment, intensive outpatient programs (IOP), outpatient care, and sober living options.
Contact: (815) 553-1520 or visit www.gatewayfoundation.org
Location: 1419 Essington Rd, Joliet, IL 60435
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Stepping Stones, Inc.
Description: A nonprofit addiction treatment center in Joliet offering comprehensive services for substance use disorders.
Services: Residential treatment, outpatient programs, individual and group counseling, and aftercare support.
Contact: (815) 744-4555 or www.steppingstonestreatment.com
Location: 1621 Theodore St, Joliet, IL 60435
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Will County Health Department – Behavioral Health Services
Description: Provides substance use disorder assessments, referrals, and outpatient counseling for residents of Will County.
Services: Screening, counseling, case management, and linkage to treatment providers.
Contact: (815) 727-8521 or www.willcountyhealth.org
Location: 501 Ella Ave, Joliet, IL 60433
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Illinois Helpline for Opioids and Other Substances
Description: A 24/7 statewide resource for finding treatment services for opioid misuse and other drug addictions.
Services: Confidential helpline, treatment referrals, and resource information.
Contact: 1-833-2FINDHELP (1-833-234-6343) or www.helplineil.org
SAMHSA National Helpline
Free 24/7 referrals. Call 1-800-662-4357 or text your zip code to 435748.
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA): Local meetings. Visit aa.org or call (312) 346-1475.
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Narcotics Anonymous (NA): Local meetings. Visit na.org or call (708) 848-4884.
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Illinois Warm Line: Peer support, Mon-Fri 8 AM-5 PM. Call 1-866-359-7953.
2-1-1 Illinois: Community resource helpline. Dial 2-1-1 or visit 211illinois.org.
Resources for Loved Ones
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Al-Anon Family Groups: Support for families of alcoholics. Visit al-anon.org or call 1-888-425-2666.
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Nar-Anon Family Groups: Support for families of addicts. Visit nar-anon.org or call 1-800-477-6291.
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Gateway Foundation – Family Support: Therapy and education. Call (815) 553-1520. 1419 Essington Rd, Joliet.
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Stepping Stones – Family Therapy: Counseling for families. Call (815) 744-4555. 1621 Theodore St, Joliet.
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Will County Health Department: Family referrals. Call (815) 727-8521.
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Families Anonymous: Fellowship for loved ones. Visit
familiesanonymous.org or call 1-800-736-9805.
SMART Recovery Family & Friends: Science-based support. Visit smartrecovery.org/family or call 1-866-951-5357.
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NAMI Will-Grundy: Family support and education. Call (815) 731-9103 or visit namiwillgrundy.org.
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SAMHSA Family Guide: Online resources. Call 1-800-662-4357 or visit samhsa.gov/families.
Illinois DHS – Substance Use Recovery: Statewide family support. Call 1-833-234-6343 or visit dhs.state.il.us.
Emergency Support: Call 911 for crises. Naloxone (Narcan) is available at local pharmacies without a prescription. Contact these organizations for current details.
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