WHO WE ARE

Human Support Services (HSS), a non-profit, tax-exempt organization, was founded in 1973 to provide a local source of mental health services in Monroe County, Illinois. Since that time, we have expanded to additionally serve individuals with developmental disabilities and substance abuse needs.

HSS is now the major provider of behavioral healthcare services in Monroe County. Current services include:

• A full range of outpatient mental health and substance abuse services
• An affordable housing program for persons with disabilities
• A day and work services program for persons needing assistance in acquiring vocational and independent living skills and experience
• DUI/DWI services and prevention services

All services are provided on a non-discriminatory basis with disregard for race, color, creed, sex, national origin or handicapping condition. Services are provided on a sliding-fee scale to ensure that we are able to provide residents of Monroe County with effective, cost-efficient services aimed at helping individuals challenged by mental health concerns, developmental disabilities or substance abuse build satisfying lives despite the difficulties they face.

Our goals are to change lives for the better, provide encouragement for the future and support individuals in their efforts toward recovery and integration within the community.

MISSION

To provide high quality, comprehensive services to Monroe County residents with mental health, developmental disabilities and substance abuse needs.