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Monday 8am - 4:30pm Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm Thursday 8am - 4:30pm Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Illinois Valley Economic Development Corporation

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Illinois Valley Economic Development Corporation

IVEDC is a Community Action Agency that provides a broad range of individual and family services. Our purpose is very basic: "Help People, Change Lives."

IVEDC is the designated Community Action Agency for Calhoun, Greene, Jersey and Macoupin Counties. IVEDC's Administrative Office is Located in Gillespie with satellite offices in Carrollton, Hardin, and Jerseyville. We achieve this in a variety of ways depending on the need of the individual or family. IVEDC offers a broad range of services and resources. The services provided by IVEDC include:

The Community Service Block Grant (CSBG - Job Placement/Development, Education/Scholarships, Emergency Assistance, Housing Repair/Rehab, Family and Community Development)

Head Start (provides a multitude of developmental activities that help children (ages 3-5) grow mentally, socially, emotional and physically, including those with diagnosed disabilities)

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP - helps low income eligible households meet the rising cost of home energy by providing financial assistance in the form of direct payments to the household's energy vender)

Senior In-Home Care (Assists individuals age 60 and over with one-on-one, non-medical assistance with daily living tasks, personal care, and support)

Weatherization (improve the energy efficiency of low-income homes using the most advanced technologies and testing protocols available in the housing industry)

Senior Citizens Nutrition and Transportation (provides services to senior citizens, ages 60 and over. Provides meals on wheels to Calhoun, Jersey, Greene, and Macoupin Counties as well as transportation for Jersey and Greene Counties)

Rehabilitation (provides a full range of rehabilitative services for persons 18 years of age, or older, who have a diagnosed developmental disability)

Housing and Urban Development (HUD – helps homeless individuals or families find housing, employment, training, and other resources to become self-sufficient).

06/04/2026

05/29/2026

You are invited to attend the Macoupin County Senior Expo, scheduled for June 2nd, from 1:00-3:00 PM. This event offers a valuable opportunity to access resources, gain insightful information, and foster community connections tailored to your specific needs. We look forward to seeing you there.

05/22/2026

We are pleased to observe CCAP Celebration Week by recognizing Executive Director Stephanie Stahlhut and Chief Finance Officer Lynn Petrelli, two team members who have earned their CCAP certification.

Earning a CCAP certification is a significant accomplishment that represents a strong commitment to excellence, leadership, and continued growth in the fight against poverty. The Certified Community Action Professional credential represents more than a title. We are grateful to have their expertise, heart, and perseverance as part of our team.

It reflects a commitment to the history, values, and mission of Community Action and to the ongoing work of supporting people and strengthening communities.

During Certified Community Action Professional Celebration Week, we’re proud to celebrate the professionals across the Community Action network who continue learning, leading, and carrying this work forward.

Please join us in celebrating their achievements and thanking them for the difference they make every day.

05/21/2026

If your Medicare plan has denied coverage or authorization for a health service, item, or prescription, you have the right to ask for a review, which is called an appeal. Understanding the appeals process can help you get the care you need.

The appeals process can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. The State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) is here to guide you every step of the way, helping you understand your options and advocate for your needs. Here’s what you should know about Medicare appeals and how to get started.

05/15/2026

The "Huggy Heart" is the official logo and symbol of the Community Action movement representing the promise to wrap arms around communities with care, compassion and support.

IVEDCis proud to be part of this network, over 1,000 community action agencies in the United States.

05/13/2026

05/12/2026

Attention:

The Greene County Outreach Office will be closed Monday May 18th-Friday May 22nd. If you need assistance, please call the Macoupin County Outreach Office at 217-839-4431.

Address

223 South Macoupin Street, PO Box 88
Gillespie, IL
62033

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+12178394431

Website

http://ilvalley-edc.org/

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