2025 VETERANS EXPO VENDOR LIST

NORTH CENTRAL AREA TRANSIT- NCAT

NCAT provides door-to-door, origin to destination public bus transportation for residents and guests of LaSalle County.

McCLEAN COUNTY NURSING HOME

We invite you to visit our home, take a tour, and see the services we have to offer for rehabilitation, short/long term care, hospice, or respite care. To arrange a visit, you can contact Sharon Bounds, the Admission Coordinator at (309) 888-5380.

IL VALLEY CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING

Provide independence to individuals with disabilities across the community, allowing them to connect, thrive, and make friends along the way.

BUSINESS EMPLOYMENT SKILLS TEAM- BEST

Business Employment Skills Team fuels the prosperity and productivity of business by delivering a well-trained and adaptable workforce.

OSB Community Bank

At Ottawa Savings Bank we promise to provide you with service second to none. We have a rich history and a fresh approach to security so you can bank with confidence. We are your friends, your partner, your service provider – We are your neighborhood bank.

LASALLE COUNTY RECORDER OFFICE

The Honor Rewards program is a community service made available through your county’s land and public records office to thank and acknowledge our nation’s veterans for their sacrifices to our country. This program allows veterans in your community to sign-up to receive an Honor Rewards Card and use this ID Card to receive discounts and benefits at local participating retailers, restaurants and other businesses.

HERITAGE WOODS-OTTAWA, IL

The company is dedicated to touching lives by providing dignified lifestyles that are enhanced by the values of love, compassion & dignity. The emphasis is on placing residents and their families first and helping each resident achieve and maintain as much independence as possible for as long as possible.

ADDUS HOMECARE

Our caregivers provide quality in-home supportive services so you can remain in your home, comfortably and confidently.

IN-HOME CARE CONNECTION- PRINCETON, IL

The In-Home Care Connection team is made up of Nurses, Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapists, Medical Social Workers, Home Health Aides, Caregivers and Client Care Managers who all have a passion for serving the disabled and senior citizens living in our communities.

FOX VALLEY COMMUNITY SERVICES

The mission of Fox Valley Older Adult Services, a non-profit senior services agency is to:
provide programs and services, improve and enrich vital, independent living, enhance dignity and self-respect and encourage participation in community life.

HINES MEDICAL CENTER- OUTREACH

At Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital, our health care teams are deeply experienced and guided by the needs of Veterans, their families, and caregivers. Located 12 miles west of downtown Chicago and at six out patient clinics across the region, Hines VA offers primary, extended and specialty care to Veteran patients in the Chicago area. We are the largest VA in the state of Illinois, where more than a million Veterans reside. The hospital treats more than 44,000 veterans from World War II through the conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan.

AMVETS - POST 30

AMVETS (American Veterans) is the nation’s most inclusive Congressionally-chartered veterans service organization, representing the interests of 20 million veterans. AMVETS is open to and fighting for all who honorably served in the United States military, including the Reserve and Guard. With more than 250,000 members nationwide, we are veterans serving veterans.

SENATOR SUE REZIN

As Senate Republicans, our goal is to encourage job growth by developing an efficient, transparent, ethical state government with less regulation and lower taxes. We must leave a legacy of responsible government that will last for generations.

OPERATION HORSES AND HEROS, INC

To provide a dynamic program as a powerful alternative for military personnel, veteran and family members going through their journey of self discovery utilizing the Power of the Horse.

IL WATERWAY VISITOR
CENTER

The Golden Age/Golden Access passports have been replaced with the "America the Beautiful – the National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass," an Interagency Senior Pass for age-related discounts and an Interagency Access Pass for disability-related discounts. Please visit http://corpslakes.usace.army.mil/visitors/passes where you will find "Age & Disability Discount Passes" information such as where you need to go to obtain a pass, which government agencies handle the pass, and helpful links.

MENDOTA AREA SENIOR SERVICES

Serving older adults 60-plus, caregivers, and adults with disabilities to ensure coordinated, accessible services for people to live independent, meaningful and dignified lives.

SHAW LOCAL MEDIA

With 8 stations, and 6 different radio brands, Shaw Local Radio has more listeners in the area than any other media group, with nearly 87,000 LaSalle, Bureau, and Putnam County residents tuning into one of our stations in any given week. And over 5,300 people are listening to a Shaw Local Radio station, on average, at any given time.

BRIDGES/ALTERNATIVES

Bridges is a senior community center that offers information, education, recreation programs and support for older adults, adults with disabilities and caregivers. We provide support to Peru and the lower 27 townships in LaSalle County, IL. It is funded in part by United Way of Eastern LaSalle County and United Way of Illinois Valley.

AM LEGION POST #33- AUXILIARY

In the spirit of Service, Not Self, the mission of the American Legion Auxiliary is to support The American Legion and to honor the sacrifice of those who serve by enhancing the lives of our veterans, military, and their families, both at home and abroad. For God and Country, we advocate for veterans, educate our citizens, mentor youth, and promote patriotism, good citizenship, peace and security.

BOOTZ 2 BUSHEZ

A Veteran teaching Veterans to lace their bootz back up and grow some busheZ.

All levels of growing expertise are welcome. Whether you are well seasoned gardener willing to share, an individual who is interested but not sure where to start, or somewhere in between, this is the place for you.

FIRST FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK, IL

First Federal Savings Bank has been in the lending business for over 50 years. Our First Federal Family lives and works in the communities we serve. We're your friends, your neighbors and your trusted community bankers. We understand that lending needs are customizable to the person, family, and business.

LIGHTWAYS HOSPICE & SERIOUS ILLNESS CARE

Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care is an independent, nonprofit healthcare provider of serious illness care, hospice care, and grief support for adults and children. Founded in 1982 as Joliet Area Community Hospice, the organization recently went through a major rebrand to reflect its increased focus on palliative and serious illness care.

NORTH CENTRAL BEHAVIORAL HEALTH

North Central Behavioral Health Systems serves clients in Central and North Central Illinois with a comprehensive range of mental health and substance use services for individuals and families. From brief solution-focused counseling tailored to address common challenges like depression, anxiety, and stress, to more extensive programs encompassing intensive mental health and substance use treatments, medication management, psycho-social rehabilitation, community and home support, and other specialized services, we prioritize individualized, compassionate care.

SOCIAL SECURITY

The United States Social Security Administration (SSA) is an independent agency of the U.S. federal government that administers Social Security, a social insurance program consisting of retirement, disability and survivor benefits.

ILARNG - FAMILY PROGRAMS

To establish and facilitate ongoing communication, involvement, support, and recognition between National Guard families and the National Guard in a partnership that promotes the best in both.

OSF HEALTHCARE- KING CARE-A-VAN

The OSF King Care-A-Van is a mobile health center, operated by OSF HealthCare, that has been serving communities within Bureau, Henry, LaSalle and Putnam counties since spring 2019.Aimed at serving primarily rural residents, the OSF King Care-a-Van works with employers, churches, schools and community organizations to connect individuals - who might otherwise be unable to access care - to area health resources.

HINES VR&E

You may receive Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E) (Formerly known as Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment) services to help with job training, education, employment accommodations, resume development, and job seeking skills coaching. Other services may be provided to assist Veterans and Service members in starting their own businesses or independent living services for those who are severely disabled and unable to work in traditional employment.

AMERICAN LEGION
TALARC

TALARC was created by resolution in 2011, and the club grew to become one of the largest in the nation. Both a hobby and a means of civil-defense communications during natural disasters, ham radio has long been an interest of veterans, many of whom served in communications roles in the military.

ARC AT STREATOR

Located in Streator, IL, The Arc at Streator provides a higher standard of rehab and long term care. Experience a smooth recovery while enjoying the benefits of a beautiful, state-of-the-art facility and a warm, vibrant community.Whole person care. Proven outcomes. A premier experience.

BLANCO, KAYS, CORGIAT EYECARE

At Blanco Kays Corgiat Eyecare, we believe that personalized care is the key to good eye health. We take the time to get to know our patients and their unique vision needs, so that we can provide the best possible care during their eye appointment.

CHICAGO REGIONAL OFFICE

VA’s Chicago Regional Office (RO) administers a variety of services, including Compensation, Education, Insurance, Loan Guaranty, Pension, and Veteran Readiness and Employment for Veterans, Servicemembers, their families and survivors in Illinois.

FRIENDS OF FISHER HOUSE, IL

We are the completely volunteer non-profit whose mission is to sustain the 20-private-bedroom-suite Hines VA Fisher House and the future 16-private-bedroom-suite Lovell Fisher House in Illinois. We raise funds, solicit grants and conduct events to fulfill our mission. Friends of Fisher House-Illinois ensures that there is never a lodging fee plus provides all food and beverages and quality of life outings for our military families who sacrifice so much for our freedom and safety.

GOLDWATER CARE

Nestled in the rural countryside of Illinois, Goldwater Care is changing the healthcare landscape one community at a time. We are a boutique organization with a steadfast commitment to clinical excellence and compassionate service.

HINES HEALTH PROMOTION - DISEASE PREVENTION

Also known as HPDP, the Health Promotion Disease Prevention Program is one of the most powerful tools for Veterans and their caregivers to improve the overall well-being of the Veteran. Veterans face some of the most challenging health conditions, yet, are empowered to base informed decisions on evidence-based information at no cost. The program is based on 10 Healthy Living Messages that provide basic knowledge to prevent further illnesses and disease progression.

HINES SUICIDE PREVENTION

If you're a Veteran who is thinking of hurting yourself—or you know a Veteran who’s considering this—we can help. Our VA Hines health care suicide prevention coordinators can get you the support you need. They work with our behavioral health providers and community organizations to assist Veterans who are managing emotional or mental health crises.

HINES VITAL PROGRAM

Many Veterans enter college and university life directly out of the military. This is a significant life transition, and most people need time to adjust to the new setting, culture, and experiences of campus life. This transition is more difficult for some Veterans than for others. They may need more help with physical or mental health issues or with the practical aspects of transitioning to this new environment. That’s where VITAL can help.

LOCAL REALTY GROUP

Local Realty Group has 3 office locations in the Illinois Valley Region.

We are not always in our office(s) so please call 815-339-1158 to make an appointment!

MAITRI PATH TO WELLNESS

Maitrī Path to Wellness is a supportive environment for people with addictions, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, depression, grief, & life transitions. Our focus is on individual client’s needs and helping them find solutions to meet those needs through Individual Psychotherapy Counseling, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, SAP Evaluations, & Individual/Group Substance Use Disorder Counseling.

MAXIM HEALTH

NEW CENTURY ART GUILD

Maxim provides quality care for our patients and their families. Our vision is to set the standard for home and community-based care.

New Century Art Guild, Inc, is a 501(c)(3) non- profit corporation registered in the State of Iowa and the State of Nebraska. Our primary mission is to provide training in art and business education to motivated military veteran artists in order that they may successfully pursue new careers in the fine arts as artists, teachers, or administrators. A powerful side benefit from these activities is a substantial reduction of the depression associated with PTSD and the re-integration of these veterans into a fulfilling and useful role in civilian society.

PLEASANT VIEW

T-MOBILE

IL VETERANS HOME-LASALLE

Experience the inviting hometown spirit that thrives at Pleasant View, the one and only small (but quite mighty!) Life Plan Community in Ottawa, Illinois. The first thing you’ll notice is our freestanding duplex homes, some with garages that all face a gorgeous park and resident-maintained garden. We like to say we offer the best of both worlds, perfect for independent spirits: privacy and community connection. Best of all, you’ll have the peace of mind that comes with a full continuum of care that’s rooted in honest Midwestern values which are core to our community culture.

Military and veteran families get four lines of unlimited talk, text, and data for only $25 per line per month when they switch to T-Mobile.

The Veterans' Home at LaSalle has been home to resident veterans since 1990. Located on the northwest side of LaSalle in LaSalle County, the home offers space for 190 resident veterans including rooms for those requiring memory care.

VA - ILLIANA HEALTHCARE

At VA Illiana Healthcare System, our health care teams are deeply experienced and guided by the needs of Veterans, their families, and caregivers. Find a health facility near you, and manage your health online. Sign up for community events and updates.

VITAS HEALTHCARE

VITAS Healthcare has proudly served patients in Illinois since opening our first office here in 1988. Today, we provide tailored hospice and palliative services for patients in and around Chicago, Litchfield, and Peoria.

HINES VA HOMELESS PROGRAM

CONGRESSWOMAN LAUREN UNDERWOOD
OFFICE

We help Veterans who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless due to financial hardship, unemployment, addiction, depression, or transition from jail.

Congresswoman Lauren Underwood serves Illinois’ 14th Congressional District and was first sworn into Congress on January 3, 2019. She is the first woman, the first person of color, and the first millennial to represent her community in Congress.

TRUCKIN4VETERANS

We are a new family run organization honoring our Veterans, Military, and First Responders. We are there for Welcome Homes from Service, Parades, Memorial Services and Static Displays.

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SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION

Disability benefits provide modest coverage for severely disabled workers and their dependents, including our wounded warriors. Some wounded warriors and Veterans who have a compensation rating of 100% P&T are unaware that Social Security may expedite the processing of their disability claims. In addition, Veterans may not realize they can sometimes qualify for both VA and Social Security benefits.