Our Community Health Division works to build individual and community capacity by increasing self-sufficiency and health knowledge, also known as health literacy, through a range of activities such as outreach, community education, informal counseling/support, and social support. This work is accomplished through our community health workers and our recovery support specialist.
Though you don’t hear the term health literacy that often, it is a critical piece of your health. By improving our health literacy we can help prevent health problems and protect the health of our community, as well as better manage problems and unexpected events. Our Community Health Division is committed to ensuring that you have the latest, most accurate information you need to protect your health!
Greene County Health Dept – Community Health Division
- Community Prevention Education & Resources
- Illinois Tobacco-Free Communities
- Mental Health Resources
- Naloxone Training & Distribution
- Recovery Council (Greene & Scott ROSC)
- Recovery Support Services
- Resource Navigation
- Violence Prevention
Additional Information and Resources:
OTHER RESOURCES
- Breast & Cervical Cancer Program
- Diabetes
- Illinois Dept. Of Human Services
- International Travel Information
- Early Intervention/Local Interagency Council
- Teen Health Education
- West Central Child Care Connections
- Greene County Violence Prevention
RESOURCE LINKS
- Area Agency On Aging For Lincolnland
- BJC Hospice
- Cerebral Palsy Symptoms
- Cerebral Palsy Guidance
- DHS Homeless Prevention
- Early Intervention/Local Interagency Council
- Family Planning
- Get Covered Illinois
- Illinois Department of Human Services
- INCIL – Illinois Network of Centers For Independent Living
- Kids Health
- Mesothelioma Guide
- Prairie Council On Aging
- Tri-County Rural Transit – Jersey * Greene * Calhoun
Greene County Violence Prevention
2 Locations to Serve You:
Oasis Women’s Center
24 Hr. Hotline: 1(888)244-1978
Address: 111 Market Street . Alton, IL 62002
Office: (618) 465-1978
Crisis Center
24 Hr. Hotline: 1(877) 243-5357
Address: 325 9th Ave. Jacksonville, IL 62650
Office: 1(217)243-4357
Community Health FAQS
Need support for mental health or substance use?
Our recovery support program is a process whereby our staff with lived or living experience supports others by explicitly drawing on shared life experiences. No one recovery journey is the same, recognizing this, our team will access your needs and help you find your own unique, individualized path to recovery. You can schedule an appointment, chat with a recovery support specialist and more by calling/texting (217) 702-2396
Want to know more about your opioid education or Naloxone distribution program?
Coming Soon– GCHD will offer the residents of Greene County opioid education and a naloxone training/distribution program. We have formed a team that has lived experience with opioids to ensure that the education program is community-centered. If you or your organization is interested in participating in or receiving opioid education, please feel free to reach out to us at (217) 942-6961 Opt 6 or email us at rss@greenecountyhd.org
Get help to quit smoking?
The Greene County Health Department Community Intervention Plan works to eliminate exposure to tobacco smoke; promote quitting in adults and youth; prevent initiation; and works to identify and address the needs of the population affected by tobacco use disparities. You can find more information on the Greene County Health Department Community Intervention Plan here.
In partnership with the Illinois Tobacco Quitline, the Greene County Health Department is proud to offer free resources for tobacco users wishing to quit for good! You can reach the Illinois Tobacco Quitline at (866) Quit-Yes or by visiting their website.
Last updated: 7/2024