Community Resource Center

Community Resource Center, located in Vandalia, Illinois, has been a trusted provider of behavioral health and substance use services since 1969. The center specializes in comprehensive outpatient treatment programs for children, adolescents, teens, and adults, addressing a wide range of mental health and substance use concerns. Their trauma-informed approach ensures that each client receives individualized care that respects their unique experiences and promotes long-term recovery. Programs include individual and group therapy, family counseling, psychiatric services, and parenting classes designed to strengthen family systems and support positive outcomes.

The center also emphasizes prevention, education, and community support through school counseling, substance use prevention programs, and vocational support such as Individual Placement & Support (IPS) employment services. Medication management, medication-assisted therapy, and crisis services are available for clients requiring clinical oversight. Community Resource Center’s residential support program and transitional living options assist individuals in developing daily living skills and independence while maintaining access to ongoing therapeutic services. Serving a diverse population, including LGBTQ+ individuals, the center ensures inclusive and evidence-based care tailored to the needs of its community.