IMPACT CIL

11/13/2025

There is a law called the "Language Assistance Services Act" (LASA) that oversees all hospitals in Illinois. Know Your Rights: Communication Access in Hospitals

Want a workshop? Call 618-208-1146.

11/13/2025

On behalf of Team Nikki Budzinski and the Illinois Bankers Association, we are pleased to invite your organization and members of your community to a Financial Literacy Workshop on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. at Birger Hall, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (30 North Circle Drive, Edwardsville, IL 62026).

This event is designed to help seniors and community members strengthen their financial well-being. The workshop will feature a panel discussion covering topics such as debt management, budgeting, and protecting your finances. Following the discussion, bankers will host a resource fair where attendees can ask individual questions and receive personalized support.

We would be honored to have your participation and encourage you to share this opportunity with your members. Your involvement helps ensure that valuable financial knowledge reaches those who need it most.

Please RSVP to angela.foxworth-everett@mail.house.gov to confirm attendance or to reserve space for your group.

We look forward to connecting with you at this meaningful and empowering community event.

Warm regards,
Angela

Angela Foxworth Everett, Outreach Coordinator
Representative Nikki Budzinski (IL-13)
budzinski.house.gov
133 South 4th Street, Springfield, IL 62701
217.814.2880

11/11/2025

We Can Help You Stay Connected!

At IMPACT CIL, we’re proud to be a selection center for individuals with hearing loss or speech impairments through ITAC in Illinois! We offer a variety of communication solutions — amplified phones, cellphone amplifiers, iPhones, iPads, captioned phones, TTYs, and more!

📞 Call us today at 618-462-1411 to find the perfect phone that fits your needs.

Because effective phone communication isn’t just about talking — it’s about truly connecting.

Hearing or understanding calls can be tricky, but we’ve got you covered! 👂💬ITAC has devices to boost sound or translate calls, making communication easier than ever. Let us help you find the one that works best for you.

11/10/2025

Kris Klenke, our staff of IMPACT CIL’s Early Start Pre-employment Career Training (PECT) had a highly productive and enjoyable day at IMPACT last Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025 at IMPACT CIL! The group acquired pre-employment skills such as self-advocacy, positive attitude, and communication. Renowned storyteller, Janice Lesane Katambwa, also known as Mama Katambwa, delivered an inspiring narrative about the value of giving, helping others, and achieving success through collaborative problem-solving. Students had the opportunity to tour our center office to familiarize themselves with the available services. Additionally, they learned how to utilize the Transfer Virtual Reality headsets to explore various career options.r

11/04/2025

The IMPACT CIL office will be closed on Tuesday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day. We will resume operations on Wednesday, November 12.
Thank you for your understanding.

10/30/2025

SNAP & WIC benefits may pause before Nov 1.
Use your funds now — it’s not your fault, it’s a system issue.
Text 211 or visit FeedingAmerica.org for food help.
Check in on your community. No one should go hungry. 🧡

Contact your local legislator to voice your concern.

Feeding America is a nonprofit network of 200 food banks leading the fight against hunger in the United States. Learn how you can help end hunger in America.

10/30/2025

Interesting!

10/13/2025

Office Closed
IMPACT CIL will be closed on Monday, October 13th in observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day.

10/08/2025

Message Regarding the Federal Shutdown

Dear Valued Partner,

IDHS is closely monitoring the federal shutdown and its impact in Illinois. At this time, IDHS does not believe there would be any immediate impact felt for customers, providers, or staff in October.

This includes, but is not limited to, SNAP, CCAP, WIC, Medicaid, Early Intervention, and TANF cash benefit customers. Regularly scheduled benefits will continue to be issued and our offices will remain open and ready to assist you.

IDHS will continue to monitor the situation and keep customers and our stakeholders informed on our website, through our call centers, and through email communications.

With gratitude,

Dulce M. Quintero
IDHS Secretary

10/08/2025

IMPACT CIL is one of the participating agencies. We hope to see you there on Oct. 15th!

Our Healthy Seniors Day is coming up on Wednesday, October 15th! We have a lot of local organizations with activities, give aways and information for our Active Older Adults! We hope to see you at the Niebur Center from 10:00am - Noon!

10/07/2025

Governor JB Pritzker has proclaimed October as Disability Employment Awareness Month in Illinois!

10/02/2025

Free books for kids in Macoupin, Jersey, Calhoun counties via Dolly's Imagination Library
Click the link in the comments 👇️