The Kane County Health Department offers information and referral services that can help community members connect with resources for mental health, substance use, food, financial assistance and more.
Information and Referral Services
- Comprehensive screening to assess your individual needs and areas of concern.
- Individualized plans to address your goals, including access to necessary services and support.
- Ensuring seamless coordination between healthcare providers and advocating for your needs.
- Continuous follow-up and evaluation of outcomes to ensure your journey is on track.
Neuropsychological Evaluations
Are you or someone you care about facing problems with thinking, memory, or behavior? The Kane County Health Department, along with our partners, offers free neuropsychological evaluations for Kane County residents aged three and older who have or qualify for Medicare or Medicaid, or meet 200% of the Federal Poverty Level guidelines based on income and family size.
A neuropsychological evaluation provides a necessary diagnosis to help individuals access critical support services, accommodations, and assistance.
Why Get a Neuropsychological Evaluation?
- To assist in obtaining an IEP or 504 plan: Identifies learning disabilities and helps parents request tailored support in school.
- To qualify for workplace accommodations: Documents challenges and supports adjustments under the ADA, like flexible schedules or assistive tools.
- To access disability benefits: Provides essential evidence of impairments needed for programs like Social Security.
- To guide treatment plans: Helps professionals recommend therapies or interventions, such as behavioral therapy or educational strategies.
Examples of When an Evaluation is Needed
- Learning difficulties: Persistent struggles with schoolwork or information processing.
- Behavioral challenges: Issues with attention, impulsivity, or mood regulation.
- Memory or cognitive concerns: Difficulty retaining information or solving problems.
- Medical or neurological conditions: Cognitive or behavioral changes following a brain injury, stroke, or other condition.
