PEER Services, Inc.

PEER Services is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization. PEER Services provides community-based substance use prevention and treatment services to teens, adults and families in Northern Cook County, including Evanston, Maine, New Trier, Niles and Northfield Townships, and the north side of Chicago. PEER Services reduces the harms of substance use, addiction and stigma by engaging youth and adults with innovative prevention programming and by supporting people on their path to recovery through holistic, evidence-based treatment. We provide affirming services to all in need, regardless of their ability to pay. Our Programs: Adult Treatment: •	Individual &amp; Group Counseling •	Intensive Outpatient Program •	Medication-Assisted Recovery for Heroin, Opioid Use or Alcohol Use Disorders •	Case Management •	DUI Risk Education &amp; Aftercare •	Alcohol and Other Drug Evaluations •	Recovery Support Specialists •	Recovery Oriented Systems of Care Coalition •	Substance Use Crisis Support at The Living Room (Evanston) •	Partnerships with the United States Probation Office and the Cook County Skokie Court House through our Second Chances Program Adolescent Treatment: •	Early intervention education •	Individual counseling •	Family Support Prevention Services: PEER Services prevention department partners with schools, local non-profit organizations, businesses, local coalitions, and others to help support the community to act as a united front in substance use prevention (SUP) and mental health support. We provide presentations, trainings, and resources for youth, parents, community members, local organizations, and other community entities on topics such as Alcohol, Cannabis, Current substance trends, Fentanyl, Life Skills Training, Decision Making, Peer Pressure, Mental Health First Aid (MHFA), Opioid Overdose, Prescription Medications, Tobacco, and Vaping

Cook County

Rachel Barnes

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Evanston

Illinois

PEER Services is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization. PEER Services provides community-based substance use prevention and treatment services to...

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ProCare Family Dental - Morton Grove

ProCare Family Dental is a top-rated dentist in Morton Grove, IL, proudly serving Morton Grove, Niles, Skokie, and Glenview for over 25 years. With 300+ 5-star reviews, our family-owned private practice is known for personalized, modern dental care in a comfortable setting. At ProCare, we focus on one patient at a time—providing attentive, gentle care for every visit. Our dental services include: • General &amp; preventive dentistry • Same-day emergency dental care • Dental implants &amp; restorations • Crowns, bridges &amp; cosmetic dentistry • Invisalign &amp; orthodontics • Children’s dentistry (starting at age 1) Conveniently located at 5700 Dempster St. in Morton Grove, our stand-alone building offers free parking and easy access. Our multilingual team is dedicated to making your experience comfortable, efficient, and stress-free. New patients and families are always welcome. 📞 Call (847) 965-6223 💻 Book online: https://book.patientconnect365.com/#/02f6f5d3-e088-4874-a29e-d712a54eedd3

ProCare Family Dental is a top-rated dentist in Morton Grove, IL, proudly serving Morton Grove, Niles, Skokie, and Glenview for over 25 years. With...

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Up Closets of Chicago North

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At Up Closets of Chicago North, we’re passionate about helping people create organized, functional spaces that transform their homes and their...

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Our school is dedicated to shaping a generation of successful, creative, and resilient global citizens. Our inclusive community and personalized international curriculum combine the best of both worlds, giving our Preschool, Primary, Middle School and High School students a truly global outlook rooted in Chicago’s rich heritage.

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Skillz Physical Therapy

At Skillz Physical Therapy, we believe that your body deserves dedicated care, so we deliver expert-led treatment focused only on you each session. No guesswork, no waiting for the therapist to finish with two other patients. Just your body, your goals, and a clinician whose full attention is dedicated to your recovery. We deliver precision treatments backed by science, experience, and advanced recovery techniques. Our clinic combines advanced modalities with deep clinical insight. Depending on your unique case, your treatment plan may include: • Dry Needling – releases stubborn muscle knots and trigger points that traditional massage can’t reach. • Extracorporeal ShockWave Therapy – uses acoustic waves to stimulate blood flow and tissue repair, helping tendon injuries heal faster. • Cupping and Laser Therapy – support circulation and speed up cellular recovery for post-surgery or chronic pain patients. Rediscover What It Feels Like to Be You Again. Whether you’re struggling with lower back pain, knee pain, TMJ, Vertigo, shoulder &amp; neck pain, or post-surgery treatment, Skillz Physical Therapy provides a space where your healing is personal, not procedural. We understand that pain isn’t just physical; it’s emotional. It’s the frustration of missing your morning walk, cutting short your bike rides along the Skokie path, or feeling like you can’t keep up with the people and activities that make you, you. At Skillz, you are more than a slot on a crowded schedule. We focused on one goal, helping you feel like yourself again.

At Skillz Physical Therapy, we believe that your body deserves dedicated care, so we deliver expert-led treatment focused only on you each session....

Stephens Dentistry

Stephens Dentistry, located in Evanston and the North Shore, has been offering top-tier dental care for over six decades. Our current dentists, Dr. Montoya and Dr. Raibulet, continue the legacy of exceptional care started by Dr. James Stephens. We pride ourselves on treating patients as family and our mission is to see you smile.

Stephens Dentistry, located in Evanston and the North Shore, has been offering top-tier dental care for over six decades. Our current dentists, Dr....

By <a href="https://patch.com/users/morgan-searles044f517cd38a6a1f24d3b0f7b3945ace85c81692fa18b9330e94570c77131e38" target="_blank" rel="noopener">MORGAN SEARLES (Patch Staff)</a> Homeowners near <a href="http://www.traderjoes.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Trader Joe's</a> grocery stores can expect a greater increase in home values.A 40 percent increase is the <a href="http://www.realtytrac.com/news/real-estate-investing/better-to-own-near-trader-joes-or-whole-foods/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">average home value appreciation</a> near a Trader Joe's grocery store, according to a report by RealtyTrac.Comparatively, the average home value appreciation near a <a href="http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Whole Foods</a> is a 34 percent increase, which is the same as the national average appreciation.The study also found the average home value in a Trader Joe's zip code is 5 percent higher than the average value for a home near Whole Foods.But with greater home value comes higher property taxes.Homeowners near a Trader Joe's pay an average of $8,536 in annual property taxes, which is 59 percent more than homeowners near a Whole Foods, who pay $5,382 on average. The average property tax nationwide is $3,239.Trader Joe's is located at 1211 Chicago Ave. in Evanston. There are three Whole Foods Market locations in the city. Read more about the study and its <a href="http://www.realtytrac.com/news/real-estate-investing/better-to-own-near-trader-joes-or-whole-foods/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">methodology from RealtyTrac</a>.Photo of TJ's La Grange via Candice G on Yelp.

By <a href="https://patch.com/users/morgan-searles044f517cd38a6a1f24d3b0f7b3945ace85c81692fa18b9330e94570c77131e38" target="_blank" rel="noopener">MORGAN SEARLES (Patch Staff)</a>

Homeowners near <a href="http://www.traderjoes.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Trader Joe’s</a> grocery stores can expect a greater increase in home values.A 40 percent increase is the <a href="http://www.realtytrac.com/news/real-estate-investing/better-to-own-near-trader-joes-or-whole-foods/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">average home value appreciation</a> near a Trader Joe’s grocery store, according to a report by RealtyTrac.

Comparatively, the average home value appreciation near a <a href="http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Whole Foods</a> is a 34 percent increase, which is the same as the national average appreciation.The study also found the average home value in a Trader Joe’s zip code is 5 percent higher than the average value for a home near Whole Foods.

But with greater home value comes higher property taxes.Homeowners near a Trader Joe’s pay an average of $8,536 in annual property taxes, which is 59 percent more than homeowners near a Whole Foods, who pay $5,382 on average. The average property tax nationwide is $3,239.

Trader Joe’s is located at 1211 Chicago Ave. in Evanston. There are three Whole Foods Market locations in the city. Read more about the study and its <a href="http://www.realtytrac.com/news/real-estate-investing/better-to-own-near-trader-joes-or-whole-foods/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">methodology from RealtyTrac</a>.

Photo of TJ’s La Grange via Candice G on Yelp.

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