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Community Resource & Counseling Center

Making Lives Brighter 

Fostering strength, resilience and independence in the community.

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A Caring, Established Partner in Your Community

CRCC is a private, nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization offering a wide range of mental health services.

For over 50 years, CRCC has served as a comprehensive community mental health center dedicated to improving the lives of those we support. We meet the community’s unique mental health needs with a full continuum of care—from prevention to treatment to recovery.  

We’re Committed to Helping You
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The Heart of Our Work

CRCC is a comprehensive community mental health center, powered by a team of deeply dedicated, highly trained professionals who bring compassion, expertise, and unwavering commitment to supporting a wide range of mental health needs.

Explore our story, our history, and the ways we support recovery in your community.

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Dedicated to the Communities at the Center of Our Mission

We offer mental health services for individuals beginning at age 4 and continuing across all stages of life. Our primary service area includes Ford County—Paxton, Gibson City, Cabery, Elliott, Roberts, Melvin, and Piper City—and we also support clients from neighboring counties such as Champaign, Livingston, Iroquois, and Vermilion in Illinois.

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how we help
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Care Designed Around You

We offer a team of highly trained, dedicated professionals who tailor their support to your strengths, needs, and values. Our mental health services are culturally responsive, evidence‑based, developmentally appropriate, and trauma‑informed, supporting individuals at every stage of life.

Connect with our compassionate professionals and begin your personalized path to care.

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Trusted Expertise, Compassionate Support

Community Resource & Counseling Center (CRCC) has proudly served Ford County with mental health services for 50 years. We are deeply grateful to the many individuals, organizations, and professionals whose dedication over the past five decades has made this work possible. Your commitment has brought vital support and hope to countless people.

  • Compassionate Support


    We are deeply grateful to the many individuals, organizations, and professionals whose dedication over the past five decades has made this work possible. Your commitment has brought vital support and hope to countless people.

  • Support for All


    Community Resource & Counseling Center (CRCC) provides services to everyone, regardless of their ability to pay. We offer discounted rates for essential services based on family size and income to ensure care remains accessible to all.

  • Certified & Accredited Care Team


    Community Resource & Counseling Center is certified by the Bureau of Accreditation, Licensure and Certification (BALC), Illinois Department of Human Services as a Certified Comprehensive Community Mental Health Center. CRCC maintains accreditation through the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF International).  

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A Vital Member of the Community

Mental health services hold communities together in ways that are often invisible but absolutely foundational. When they’re accessible and well‑supported, the entire community becomes healthier, safer, and more resilient.

Mental health is not a luxury—it’s a lifeline

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Resources for Hope and Healing

Workshops, guides, and informational resources empower people with knowledge about mental health, coping skills, and how to recognize when they or someone they love needs support. Outreach isn’t just about sharing information—it’s about giving people tools, knowledge, and encouragement to improve their well‑being and advocate for themselves.

Empower yourself and others—start learning about mental health and be part of meaningful change.
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discover our resources
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Start Your Journey to Well‑Being

Your well‑being matters, and you don’t have to navigate life’s challenges alone. If you’re ready to take a step toward support, healing, and hope, our team is here to walk with you. Reach out today and discover the care, connection, and guidance you deserve. Your path forward starts now.

Take a step toward support today. We’re here when you’re ready.

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