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).

10/11/2026
Take a look at the menu for our Senior Nutrition Centers in Jerseyville, Carlinville, Carrollton, and Benld for the mont...
10/05/2026

Take a look at the menu for our Senior Nutrition Centers in Jerseyville, Carlinville, Carrollton, and Benld for the month of October!!! 🎃👻

IVEDC is having a Trunk or Treat on October 25th from 3-6pm. This will be held at our recycling building (old Randy’s ma...
10/01/2026

IVEDC is having a Trunk or Treat on October 25th from 3-6pm. This will be held at our recycling building (old Randy’s market) in Gillespie.

If you are interested in participating with a decorated trunk, a treat for the kids or a game, please contact Stephanie at (217)710-4436 (text or call) to reserve your space.

Everyone is welcome!

LIHEAP begins tomorrow October 1st for households with at least one member aged 60 or older, households with at least on...
09/30/2026

LIHEAP begins tomorrow October 1st for households with at least one member aged 60 or older, households with at least one person receiving long-term disability benefits, households with children 5 and under, and households that are disconnected or have a disconnect notice.

All other income eligible households are able to apply for assistance November 1st.

Contact your local outreach offices below to see if you qualify!

🌟 Happy DSP Recognition Week! 🌟This week, we celebrate the heart and soul of our community — our incredible Direct Suppo...
09/18/2026

🌟 Happy DSP Recognition Week! 🌟

This week, we celebrate the heart and soul of our community — our incredible Direct Support Professionals. 💙

Your compassion, dedication, and tireless commitment make a world of difference every single day. You empower, advocate, and inspire — often behind the scenes, but always at the center of the lives you touch.

To every DSP: Thank you for showing up with patience, kindness, and unwavering care. You are true everyday heroes, and we see you, we value you, and we appreciate you more than words can say. 🙌

💬 Drop a comment below to share your thanks or a favorite memory with a DSP who’s made an impact in your life!

Start saving now with the Smart Savers Initiative offered through the AmerenIllinois Energy Efficiency Program! Qualifie...
09/11/2026

Start saving now with the Smart Savers Initiative offered through the Ameren
Illinois Energy Efficiency Program! Qualified customers living in eligible ZIP
codes can get a no-cost smart thermostat with FREE professional installation.
Visit AmerenIllinoisSavings.com/SmartSavers to see if you qualify.

09/10/2026

Meals on Wheels in Staunton is looking for volunteers to deliver meals to our home bound residents every other Friday and for the 5th Monday of any month with 5 Mondays.

To volunteer for any of those days or for more information, please call Rick Johnson 618-407-2358.

All IVEDC locations will be closed today in observance of Labor Day. Our regular office hours will resume tomorrow! Happ...
09/07/2026

All IVEDC locations will be closed today in observance of Labor Day. Our regular office hours will resume tomorrow! Happy Labor Day!

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

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