Romeoville C.A.R.E.S. Program
Romeoville C.A.R.E.S. Program - Community Assistance, Resources, and Emergency Support
The Romeoville C.A.R.E.S. program helps residents connect to support during times of need. Led by the Romeoville Fire Department’s Community Risk Reduction Division, C.A.R.E.S. brings together village departments, community partners, and local resources to assist residents facing health, safety, or life-stability challenges.
C.A.R.E.S. focuses on connection, coordination, and follow-through. Rather than duplicating services, the program helps identify needs early and guides residents to the most appropriate assistance - whether that support comes from village services, nonprofit organizations, community partners, or in limited cases, direct aid through the C.A.R.E.S. fund.
How C.A.R.E.S. Helps
C.A.R.E.S. may assist residents with:
- Home safety and mobility concerns
- Fall-risk and accessibility issues
- Post-incident support (such as after a fire)
- Social service and resource navigation
- Behavioral health and wellness concerns
- Repetitive non-emergency calls linked to underlying needs
- Connections to financial or community assistance programs
Who C.A.R.E.S. Serves
The program primarily supports:
- Older adults
- Individuals with disabilities
- Residents experiencing temporary medical or mobility limitations
- Individuals facing urgent - but not emergency - health or safety challenges
Our Approach
C.A.R.E.S. is built on dignity, collaboration, and community partnership. Each referral is reviewed to ensure residents receive appropriate guidance and follow-up, helping prevent individuals from falling through the cracks.
If you or someone you know may benefit from C.A.R.E.S., or if you are a community partner interested in collaborating, please contact the Village of Romeoville for more information.
Email: Cares@romeoville.org
Phone: 815-886-7227
