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Decatur, IL
62522
Hours are 6:00 AM-5:30 PM Monday-Friday.
ABC PRESCHOOL: Serves children ages 0-3 years.
ABC DAYCARE: Serves children ages 4-14 years.
They accept CCRS, DCFS, Human Resources, and other referrals.
Springfield, IL
62701
Full service dental care for children ages 3 and up.
Decatur, IL
62521
1-866-255-5437 and 1-877-204-1012 TTY
The All Kids Program is a complete healthcare program for eligible uninsured children under 18 and their legal parent/guardian in Illinois. The program gives the opportunity for eligible families, regardless of medical conditions, to have access to healthcare.
Decatur, IL
62521
Preschool program for low-income children.
Requirements: Children must be age 3 or 4 by Sept. 1, parents must meet income guidelines, and children must be screened.
Argenta, IL
62501
Summer reading program. Visit the website for hours of operation.
Decatur, IL
62521
Counseling, case management for children, adolescents, and their families. Services provided in homes or office and tailored to meet family’s needs.
62521
Lapsits: Parents and children interact with each other around a theme, including books and activities. The focus is on parent-child interaction and literacy. Lapsits are free and are held in public libraries and schools. Call or check the website for locations and times.
Baby Talk Times: Small parent-child groups are held for families with children birth to three to share parent questions and concerns, to celebrate babies’ achievements, and to have fun with books, toys, songs, and fingerplays. Call or check the website for locations and times for this free program.
Community Based Family Support: Parents receive encouragement and support in raising their children through personalized family visits, developmental screenings, parent-child groups and developmental information.
62522
STEPS Early Intervention: Children receive Early Intervention services in an early childhood interdisciplinary classroom setting.
Family Literacy: Families receive a comprehensive educational experience including GED or ESL classes, child education, parent education, parent-child interaction, personal encounters and library visits.
Phoenix II: Pregnant and parenting mothers enrolled in District 61 are eligible to attend alternative education at Baby TALK Central Programming. Child education is provided while mothers earn academic credits.
Pre-K: A state funded preschool program is offered for children ages 3 to 5 years of age.
Decatur, IL
62522
Early childhood education programs are provided for children prenatally to age 3. Programs include comprehensive center-based or home visiting services, parent education and socialization opportunities for families residing in Macon County. Like us on Facebook at Baby TALK Early Head Start.
Decatur, IL
62522
Clothing of all kinds and sizes, household items and furniture. Hours available: Monday-Saturday 9:00AM-3:00 PM.
Blue Mound, IL
62513
Check website for hours of operation.
Story time on Fridays at 10:30 AM. Summer reading program available. Participants must possess a Blue Mound Library Card. Check website for times and dates.
Decatur, IL
62526
Bright Start provides research based information, support and encouragement to families with children birth to 5 years in Macon County. Parent educators partner with parents and caregivers to realize their role as their child’s first and most influential teacher during the crucial years of birth to five. All children will learn, grow, and develop to realize their full potential. Funded by the Illinois State Board of Education and the Maternal Infant Early Childhood Home Visiting Grant (MIECHV). Services are at no cost to the parent. Services include: individualized home visits, parent groups, parent/child groups, developmental screenings, lending library, transportation, and referrals to community services.
Call 217-875-8842 or 217-872-5305.
Decatur, IL
62523
Counseling to individuals, couples, and families. Fees are based on income and family size. No one is denied service because of inability to pay. No charge for counseling related to untimely pregnancies. Hours: 8:30 AM-4:30 PM by appointment. Evening counseling on Tuesday and Thursday until 8 PM by appointment.
Decatur, IL
62523
Food given based on family size. Picture ID required. Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-11:00 AM.
Hours: Tuesday-Thursday 8:30 AM-4:30 PM.
Help with long-term medications for children and adults.
Decatur, IL
62522
Preschool experiences for: Parents and 2’s: one time a week, 3 years of age: 3 times a week, 4 years of age: 4 times a week, and Pre-K: 5 mornings a week. There is a $100 non-refundable fee that covers snacks, materials, and registration. Serving families since 1965.
Decatur, IL
62521
Hours of Operation: Tuesdays and Thursdays 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Provides furniture and household items to those who need it. Person must have referral in order to receive items. Availability of items depends on donations.
Decatur, IL
62523
Provides a central entry point for children needing early intervention services. Serving Macon, Moultrie, Douglas, Shelby, DeWitt, Piatt, Coles, Cumberland, Clark, and Edgar counties.
Call 217-423-6199 or 1-800-758-2705.
Urbana, IL
61801
Makes referrals to child care providers. Referrals include child care centers, family child care homes, nursery schools, preschool programs, Head Start programs, summer programs, and resources for finding in- home care givers.
Decatur, IL
62521
Hours: Monday-Friday 9:30 AM-4:30 PM, Saturday 10:00 AM-5:00 PM, and Sunday 1:00 PM-5:00 PM.
Children under 2, members, and ACM members are free. Non-member children 2 and up pay $5. Offer exhibits that challenge a child’s mind in the areas of arts and sciences.
Decatur, IL
62526
Provides comprehensive primary health care. Services include treatment of acute and chronic illnesses; preventative health care (immunizations, well-child and well-adult care such as school and work physicals); on-site lab tests, pregnancy tests and referral to prenatal clinics; mental health counseling; hospitalization when necessary and referrals to specialty care when indicated. 24-hour coverage. CHIC has an extensive medication program including low and no cost medications for CHIC patients only (primarily for adults).
Uninsured patients are accepted and charged on a sliding scale. Proof of income is required. Public aid and Township Medical Cards or private pay insurance are also accepted.
Decatur, IL
62526
Hours: 6:30 AM-6:00 PM Monday-Friday.
They serve children ages 6 weeks to 12 years of age.
Summer: Offers full-time program called Faith Finders, a rich learning environment full of learning opportunities. A learning environment, lots of interaction.
Decatur, IL
62523
Hours: 8:30 AM-10:48 AM or 12:05 PM-2:23 PM Tuesday-Thursday, September-May.
They serve children ages 3 and 4. Must provide own transportation and must present an up-to-date medical report prior to enrollment.
Decatur, IL
62521
Provides full-time daycare and early learning for infants and children. There is also a school-age daycare for before and after school care for ages 6 weeks to 12 years of age. Fees are on a sliding scale and state child care subsidy is accepted. This is an United Way Agency.
Decatur, IL
62521
Long term housing for homeless families. Serves families connecting them to necessary services, which aid in building a brighter future for resident families.
Decatur, IL
62526
Fitness classes, arthritis programs, water exercise, preschool program for ages 3-5. Progressive swimming lessons, gymnastics, and dance. They can serve children ages 6 weeks to 13 years of age during the summer. Call for more details.
Decatur, IL
62521
The Decatur Housing Authority provides and maintains quality affordable housing in Macon County with access to community resources for low to moderate income families and individuals, including the elderly and disabled.
A resource for making parenting easier in Decatur and in the surrounding areas. There are local events, family friendly activities, play groups, and parenting resources.
Decatur, IL
62523
Clothing of all kinds and sizes, books, and household items. Monday- Saturday 9:00 AM-3:00 PM.
921 N. Jasper
Decatur, IL
62521
The purpose of the Decatur-Macon County Opportunities Corporation is to prepare their customers to enter the economic mainstream of society by providing the skills, opportunities, advocacy, and services needed to become self-sufficient.. They have the Anna Waters Head Start Program, various community services programs, an energy assistance Program, a senior services program, housing and emergency services program, training and education programs, and a weatherization program. Call for more information or visit their website.
Early Childhood Education - 217-423-2268 (Anna Waters Head Start)
Decatur, IL
62521
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:15 AM-4:15 PM.
INFANTS/CHILDREN: Children 12 months-17 years of age with routine and preventative dental care: exams, x-rays, cleanings, fillings, extractions, pulpotomies, and sealants.
18-20 YEARS OF AGE: basic dental care: fillings, extractions, exams, and x-rays.
21+: emergency care ONLY.
Provide services for those currently on the Illinois Medical Card. Few cash patients who meet WIC’s income guidelines are seen.
Mequon, WI
53092
Provider of dental benefits for public aid clients. If a recipient calls with a medical card ID # and zip code, Dental Quest will do a search to find a dentist to perform the needed services in the client’s geographical area. Hours: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM.
Decatur, IL
62526
Investigates reports of child abuse and neglect. Provides services to families in immediate danger of having their children removed from their custody such as: substitute care, homemaker, counseling, advocate, crisis intervention, adoption of special needs children, and licensing of child care facilities.
Hotline: 1-800-25-ABUSE (1-800-252-2873)
Decatur, IL
62524
Time limited cash programs for families, food stamps, medical program for families, child support enforcement, child care for low income families, All Kids insurance, and referrals to community resources.
Decatur, IL
62526
Inclusive child care center provides full-time early childhood education and care for children with or without disabilities ages 6 weeks to 6 years of age. State childcare subsidy and third party payments are accepted.
Champaign, IL
61820
DSCC offers care coordination, benefits management, and financial assistance for the diagnosis and treatment of children from birth to age 21 with eligible special health care needs. Special health care needs include chronic disabling conditions such as heart defects, orthopedic conditions, cerebral palsy, hearing impairments, neurological disorders, urinary system problems, some eye impairments, certain inborn errors of metabolism, hemophilia, cystic fibrosis, and some craniofacial conditions such as cleft lip/palate. Financial assistance is based on parental income and available private insurance must be utilized prior to expenditure of DSCC funds. Care coordination and benefits management is provided to eligible children regardless of financial eligibility.
Springfield, IL
62704
DSCC offers care coordination, benefits management, and financial assistance for the diagnosis and treatment of children from birth to age 21 with eligible special health care needs. Special health care needs include chronic disabling conditions such as heart defects, orthopedic conditions, cerebral palsy, hearing impairments, neurological disorders, urinary system problems, some eye impairments, certain inborn errors of metabolism, hemophilia, cystic fibrosis, and some craniofacial conditions such as cleft lip/palate. Financial assistance is based on parental income and available private insurance must be utilized prior to expenditure of DSCC funds. Care coordination and benefits management is provided to eligible children regardless of financial eligibility.
Decatur, IL
62521
DOVE has several programs including: a Children’s Clothing Room, a Domestic Violence Program, BABES, various Community Services, Homeward Bound, MAX & DAX, various Outreach programs, a Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), a Community Recycling Center, and various other projects. Call for more information or visit their website.
217-423-2238 (emergency number)
2912 N. University
Decatur, IL
62526
Early Beginnings offers home visiting, parental support, parent workshops, community referrals, and play groups. Free developmental screenings are offered for all children ages 0-5 residing in Decatur Public School District #61. Program eligibility will be determined at initial screening, which includes a parent interview. Funding provided by ISBE and DHS/MIECHV.
Decatur, IL
62521
Early Childhood Education Program for children prenatally to age 3 that provides comprehensive center-based or home visiting services, parent education, and socialization opportunities for families residing in Macon County.
Independence Point
Decatur, IL
62526
Speech language screenings, evaluations, and therapy available for all ages. Physical therapy available for children ages 0-18 years. Parent’s Night Out- respite care for children with a development disability and their siblings ages 1-15 years old. Parent’s Night Out occurs once a month during the summer and three times a month during the calendar school year.
Decatur, IL
62526
Clothing of all kinds and sizes, as well as household items. Monday- Saturday 10:00 AM-3:00 PM.
Springfield, IL
62704
Services: information and referral, job placement, individual and family services, counseling, advocacy, support groups, community education for people with epilepsy and their families.
Call for information. Various programs are held throughout the year.
1-800-800-6401
Decatur, IL
62526
Familia Dental is a comprehensive dental clinic serving both children and adults. By appointment only. Medical Card accepted.
Decatur, IL
62521
This program assists expectant families, infants, and/or young children with obtaining the health care services they may need to have a healthy pregnancy and promote the child's healthy development. This process occurs through assessment and referral.
Decatur, IL
62521
Intensive service to families whose children have experience abuse or neglect. Services begin within 24 hours and agency staff available 24 hours.
Forsyth, IL
62535
Summer program available. Check website for hours of operation and dates.
Decatur, IL
62521
Meets the last Thursday of each month from 6:30 PM-7:30 PM.
Decatur, IL
62523
24-hour helpline: 217-428-0770
Growing Strong is a not-for-profit agency providing services to sexual assault victims and their significant others. Serving Macon, Moultrie, Shelby, DeWitt, and Piatt counties.
Services include: 24-hour crisis hotline (collect calls accepted); medical and legal advocacy; counseling for children ages 4 and up, individual and group counseling for adults; prevention education presentations for children Pre-K through college, community organization, teachers and social service agencies; professional training for medical and law enforcement personnel.
1221 E. Condit Street
Decatur, IL
62521
Ensures that each child placed in DCFS custody is linked to a primary care physician and receives required vaccines and yearly exams. The MCHD serves as the lead agency for eight counties: Clark , Coles, Cumberland, Douglas, Edgar, Macon, Moultrie, and Shelby.
Decatur, IL
62521
The Healthy Families Illinois (HFI) program is a home visitation program that works with expectant and first-time parents. Through intensive home visiting, HFI works to strengthen the parent/child relationship, promote positive parenting, and healthy child growth and development. Home visitors provide information on child growth, development, and safety. The program also assists parents in identifying/meeting their own educational/employment goals.
Decatur, IL
62526
Food and clothing available twice per month.
Hours of operation: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month.
P.O. Box 710
Decatur, IL
62523
Provides immediate help, assessment, and referrals to those in a mental health or substance abuse crisis. Heritage only accepts Medical Card and private insurance.
217-362-6262 (24-hour Crisis Phone Line)
Decatur, IL
62521
Hours: 6:00 AM-6:00 PM
Children must be potty trained or in the process of becoming so. Does not accept subsidies, offers 10% discount for 2 children, and 15% for more than 2 children. Both full and part-time openings available.
Decatur, IL
62521
Providing transitional housing for and initiating programs to improve the quality of life for area homeless families and individuals.
Decatur, IL
62526
Clothing of all kinds and sizes, household items, and books.
Hours: Monday-Friday 9:30 AM-3:00 PM and Saturday 8:30 AM-2:00 PM.
Decatur, IL
62521
The hours are 6:30 AM-6:00 PM. They serve children who are 6 weeks of age up to 12 years of age.
PRESCHOOL: It is a full-time program starting at age 2. They focus on Kindergarten readiness, and have a computer lab, library, outdoor classrooms, and field trips.
SCHOOL AGE: They provide before and after school care, transportation to area schools, summer camps, school break and holiday care, and field trips.
Decatur, IL
62526
The hours are 6:30 AM-6:00 PM. They serve children who are 6 weeks of age to 12 years of age.
PRESCHOOL: It is a full-time program starting at age 2. They focus on Kindergarten readiness, and have a computer lab, library, outdoor classrooms, and field trips.
SCHOOL AGE: They provide before and after school care, transportation to area schools, summer camps, school break and holiday care, and field trips.
Forsyth, IL
62535
Hours: 6:30 AM-6:00 PM Monday-Friday
They serve children ages 6 weeks to 12 years, with before and after school care available. Limited number of CCRS clients are accepted.
Decatur, IL
62521
Hours: 6:30 AM-6:00 PM Monday-Friday
They serve children ages 6 weeks to 12 years, with before and after school care available. Limited number of CCRS clients are accepted.
Provides breastfeeding information and support for breastfeeding mothers. Offers a lending library, 24-hour phone counseling service, and booklets on nursing and nursing problems. Call for meetings times.
Decatur, IL
62521
Hours: 6:30 AM-6:00 PM Monday-Friday
They serve children ages 3 months to 12 years. It is a Christian program with a before and after school program and morning and afternoon preschool. CCRS referrals accepted.
A doula is a nonmedical person who assists a woman before, during, or after childbirth, as well as her partner and/or family by providing information, physical assistance, and emotional support.
Decatur, IL
62523
Clothing of all kinds and sizes. Household items and furniture. Hours: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM Monday-Saturday
Decatur, IL
62521
They provide foster care, individual/marital/family counseling, family life education, and a veteran’s housing program.
Decatur, IL
62526
This not-for-profit offers services to children and their families when the children have been victims of sexual or physical abuse. The center is a safe-child friendly place where children can be interviewed without intimidation. The center uses a team approach to decrease the trauma that children face when they have been victims of sexual or serious physical abuse. They can also refer to Safe from the Start and other counseling services.
Decatur, IL
62521
Programs and services offered for residents of Macon County for all ages. Family Case Management and supportive services offered for pregnant women and their children, immunization clinic for all ages, WIC program, Dental Clinic, STD counseling and testing, TB skin testing, foreign travel immunizations, Senior Services for adults age 60 and over, information, referral, and assistance for people with disabilities ages 18 and over; environmental health services, health education, and community outreach.
P.O. Box 620
Maroa, IL
61756
Check website for hours of operation and dates.
Family reading nights, summer story times, and summer ready program.
Decatur, IL
62521
3’S CLASS: Thursday-Friday 9:00 AM-11:00 AM
4’S CLASS: Monday-Wednesday 9:00 AM-11:30 AM Christian preschool during school year.
Mt. Zion, IL
62549
3’S: Monday-Tuesday 9:00 AM-11:30 AM
4’S: Wednesday-Friday 9:00 AM-11:30 AM
Non-denominational, bible-based curriculum with an emphasis on social development and kindergarten readiness. Open September-May.
Decatur, IL
62526
24 hour Helpline, free STI testing, free pregnancy tests, pregnancy confirmation by physician exam and ultrasound, on-going support through pregnancy, information on pregnancy options, professional counseling, post-abortion counseling, miscarriage and adoption support, one-on-one mentoring and referrals for prenatal care, referrals to legal aid, referrals to medical card information, and an adoption liaison.
Programs:
BEST Program: Earn coupons by attending Parenting and Educational classes. Coupons are redeemable at New Life Pregnancy Center for baby clothing (0-5T), diapers, infant furniture, etc.
SEX ESTEEM: Abstinence only educational presentations for schools, churches, community groups, and parents.
All services are free and confidential.
217-872-5555 (Helpline)
Decatur, IL
62526
Food Pantry is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 9:00 AM-11:30 AM and 12:30 PM-2:00 PM. The clothing area is open Monday-Friday from 8:00 AM-4:00 PM.
Decatur, IL
62526
Medical Services: Birth control services available by appointment. Complete physical exams including screenings for breast and cervical cancer and STDs. Routine lab tests include: red blood cell count, blood pressure, urinalysis, and sickle cell.
Counseling Services: Strive to educate and inform clients of all available options. Counseling services include nutrition, weight control, sterilization (male and female), infertility, unplanned pregnancy, methods of birth control, and parent-child relationships.
Education: Programs available for parents, schools, churches, and community groups on a wide variety of topics.
Services: Medical screenings, services, and evaluations for women not in need of birth control.
Lab tests: Pap smears and urinalysis. Referrals given for mammograms. Diabetes and cholesterol screenings offered. Osteoporosis and cardiovascular prevention education given. Physical exams completed by Nurse Practitioners and/or physicians.
Fee based on ability to pay. There is no minimum requirement for medical services.
Decatur, IL
62526
Children who are 3 years of age can attend Tuesday-Thursday from 9:15 AM to 11:15 AM. Children who are 4 years of age can attend Monday-Thursday from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM. A registration fee does apply. Call for more details.
Decatur, IL
62526
Pershing Early Learning Center offers a comprehensive Preschool for All program for eligible three and four year old children and their families. Student eligibility is determined through a screening process which includes a developmental, speech and language, motor, and social assessments along with a parent interview. Each Preschool for All class has a combination of three and four year old students attending five half-days per week. Class times are 9:00 AM - 11:40 AM and 12:50 PM - 3:30 PM. Funding provided by ISBE.
Decatur, IL
62521
Licensed center provides child care and preschool activities for children of parents who are enrolled in classes at the college in addition to community children. It is licensed for children ages 2-12. Both full time and part time child care is available. Summer hours 7:30 AM-5:30 PM Monday-Friday. Fall hours are 7:30 AM-7:00 PM Monday- Thursday and Friday 7:30 AM-5:30 PM. Child care payment assistance may be available through CCRS, Workforce Investment Solutions, and financial assistance. In addition, any enrolled student with a Pell Grant, after using the money for books and tuition, may use any remaining amount to help cover the costs of the child care.
Decatur, IL
62521
Features of the area include: forest, wetland, grassland, restored Illinois prairie, a large nature center, a museum, a restored farmhouse, nearly nine miles of hiking trails, and a paved bike trail. Classes are also offered.
Decatur, IL
62526
Offers free assessments to identify the effects of violence on children. Provides information and referrals to services available in Macon County. Offers therapeutic services to children who have been seriously affected by violence and provides information on healthy parenting skills. They also provide case management and therapy sessions to children and their families. Provides community and violence education.
Decatur, IL
62526
Picture ID is required for adults. A medical card or birth certificate is required for each child. Hours of operation are: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8:30 AM-11:30 AM and Tuesday, Thursday 1:30 PM-3:00 PM.
Decatur, IL
62521
The Zoo is open daily April to October with special summer hours of: 10 AM-7 PM daily, with last admission being at 6 PM. On 8/20, they return to regular hours, which are 10 AM-5 PM on weekdays with last admission being at 4 PM, and 10 AM-7 PM on weekends, with last admission being at 6 PM. Admission prices are: $5.25 for adults, $3.25 for children 2-12, $4.25 for seniors 65+, and children under 2 are free. Free days are on Thursdays.
There are additional charges for the Z.O. & O. Train and for the Endangered Animals Carousel.
Project Playground is open daily and is free to the public. It is ADA- accessible.
Decatur, IL
62526
Accepts Medicare, Department of Healthcare and Family Services, and several other types of insurance. Call for more information and appointments.
Decatur, IL
62521
Located on the 3rd floor in the Medical Arts Building connected to St. Mary’s Hospital.
Provide prenatal care to all women regardless of their ability to pay. Hours: 9:00 AM- 3:30 PM on Mondays and Wednesdays.
Call 217-464-2805 for appointments
Decatur, IL
62522
Hours: 6:30 AM-5:30 PM, Monday-Friday
Ages: 6 weeks to 12 years
Christian program. Before and after school care available. Limited number of CCRS clients accepted.
Decatur, IL
62521
This program offers caregiver services to informal caregivers caring for older adults, older caregivers caring for adult children with disabilities, and to grandparents/kinship caregivers. Caregivers are met with one- on-one to assess their needs and to link them to many community supports. Trainings on various topics are also provided throughout the month. A Caregiver Support Group is offered on the 4th Tuesday of every month at 10:00 AM, and it is open to any caregiver needing support without regard to the age or diagnosis. A Hope Grows support group takes place on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 1:00 PM for grandparents raising grandchildren and other kinship caregivers.
Suite #100
Decatur, IL
62522
UCP providers offer a range of services like family support, recreational programming, and referrals for therapies. Training and employment assistance is also available.
Contact the UCP office in Springfield if you are in need of housing at 217-529-8429.
Decatur, IL
62521
Education and information for consumers, homeowners, families, youth, agriculture, and limited resource families.
1 Memorial Drive, Suite 300
Decatur, IL
62526
They accept the Medical Card and All Kids insurances. Baby must be born at DMH to be eligible for services.
Call 217-872-2401 or 217-872-2400.
Decatur, IL
62521
Hours of service are 6:00 AM-6:00 PM for children ages 2-6. State child care subsidies are accepted. There are full and part time openings available.
Decatur, IL
62521
Hours of service are 6:00AM-6:00 PM for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years. They offer before and after school care and summer school age programs. State subsidies are accepted.
Decatur, IL
62521
The mission of the WIC program is to improve the health and nutritional status of women, infants, and children; to reduce the incidence of infant mortality, premature births and low birth weight; to aid in the development of children; to make referrals to other health care and social science providers. The program serves income eligible pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women and infants and children up to 5 years of age who have a medical or nutritional risk.
Decatur, IL
62526
The Child Care Center provides full time year round care for children ages 2-5. Activities include preschool enrichment activities, weekly swim lesions, creative movement activities, and literacy skills. The school-age program provides before and after school care for grades K- 6 in conjunction with the Decatur Public School System, Warrensburg- Latham schools, and Maroa-Forsyth schools. This care is provided at the actual school sites. Full time care is also provided for school-age children on school holidays and throughout the summer months. Activities include field trips, fitness, arts and crafts, character development, and much more. Financial assistance is available through accepting CCRS, and internal scholarships are available.