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New Directions Jacksonville, IL Emergency Shelter for those in need in the Jacksonville area

11/01/2026

New Directions is requesting assistance with providing hot, nutritious meals to our guests. We ask that meals be dropped off between 5:30 and 6:00 p.m. and encourage volunteers to call ahead to confirm the headcount for the day they will be preparing a meal. We are open all day on Sundays so meals c...

11/01/2026

New Directions has an opening for a
Part time Shelter Aide

Candidate should possess genuine interest in helping others, ability to multitask, strong organizational skills, ability to enforce rules, and should be able to accurately complete daily reports. Shelter aides work under supervision of the agency director. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Shifts may include evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays. If you're interested please contact us at:
New Directions of Jacksonville
100 S Fayette St
Jacksonville, IL 62651
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email: [email protected]
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Phone: 217.271.1014

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10/30/2026

***REGISTRATION FILLED***

PLEASE NOTE: This program is for adults and children aged 11 and up. Registration is limited - contact us today to reserve your spot!

10/30/2026

Make arrangements now, so you are available to sign-up!

10/30/2026

Please share with anyone in need. If they can’t make it today we will be out tomorrow.

10/13/2026

Angel Tree sign-up dates for Morgan County. Make arrangements now, so you are available to sign-up!

10/13/2026

🍽️ Illinois’ Restaurant Meals Program is growing, with 50 participating restaurants across 16 counties and opportunities for restaurants statewide to join.

The program allows eligible SNAP households to purchase prepared meals at participating restaurants using their Illinois Link card.

Households qualify when all members meet at least one of these criteria:

• Are age 60 or older
• Have a disability
• Are spouses of eligible elderly or disabled customers
• Are experiencing homelessness

📍 Find participating restaurants: https://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=146353

Restaurant owners across Illinois are encouraged to apply and help expand access to prepared meals in their communities.

đź”— Learn more about the program and how to apply: https://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=136655

đź”— Find the press release about the program here: https://idhs.prezly.com/illinois-expands-restaurant-meals-program-for-eligible-snap-customers-to-50-restaurants

10/13/2026

đźšż A fresh shower and a little care! Hygiene supplies, towels, clothing and shoes are available.

Sundays: 12–1 PM
Mondays: 6:30–7:30 PM

📍 Go Church • 767 SW St, Jacksonville

Please share to help spread the word! đź’™

We were extra blessed today!!Rodolfo Maldanado and his father, Rodolfo Sr, came in and gave haircuts and beard trims to ...
10/12/2026

We were extra blessed today!!
Rodolfo Maldanado and his father, Rodolfo Sr, came in and gave haircuts and beard trims to several of our guests!!
The guys look GREAT!!
Thanks for sharing your amazing skills with us!!

Address

100 South Fayette
Jacksonville, IL
62650

Opening Hours

Monday 6pm - 8am
Tuesday 6pm - 8am
Wednesday 6pm - 8am
Thursday 6pm - 8am
Friday 6pm - 8am
Saturday 6pm - 8am
Sunday 8am - 8am

Telephone

+12172711014

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