Ben Gordon Center provides professional mental health counseling and substance abuse treatment services. The organization is Accredited with Commendation by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations and holds all the licenses required for operation.
Mission Statement
Our mission is to provide behavioral healthcare services in a timely and affordable manner to the people we serve, in order to assist them in creating the highest quality of life possible.
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Building Your Response to Tragedy
Additional Resources to assist with coping with the NIU tragedy
After the Trauma Talking to Your Child
Children and Trauma What to Expect
Coping With Trauma - Young Adults
Monitoring Your Child's Access to the Media
Normal Responses to Trauma When to Seek Help
Surviving Trauma – A Guide for Older Adults
Talking to Kids About Fear and Violence
Talking to Kids About School Safety
Understanding Your Family After Trauma Tips and Coping
When Talking Isn't Enought to Help Your Child
The Ben Gordon Center will be holding Free Alcohol Screenings for all areas businesses and community members
No appointment is necessary. Screenings are available Monday Through Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 p.m. Information about the Alcoholism, Treatment options and signs and symptoms will be available. Information is being made available as part of National Alcoholism Screening Day and is offered free to the public service to the community. For more information call the Ben Gordon Center at 815-756-4875.
Donating to Ben Gordon Center
Donations to the Ben Gordon Center Foundation may be used to help someone afford counseling services or to make necessary building and equipment improvements. Whatever the amount, your donation helps Ben Gordon Center fulfill its mission every day.