Nicasa Behavioral Health Services has been a life-changing source of stability, structure, and…read moregenuine care in my life. As a former foster youth navigating the difficult transition into independent adulthood, I have experienced firsthand how critical consistent support systems are. Nicasa does not simply provide services they provide restoration, accountability, and dignity. The professionalism and compassion demonstrated by the staff, particularly Ms. Darlene Jones and Ms. Sindy, have made a measurable difference in my personal and academic progress. Their guidance has helped me maintain stable housing, secure and manage essential life documentation such as my driver's license, and remain focused on completing my Associate in Arts degree. They support both large milestones and the daily responsibilities that build long-term independence. What distinguishes Nicasa is their holistic approach. They recognize that behavioral health, housing stability, educational advancement, and professional readiness are interconnected. Even small gestures--such as assisting with professional attire--reflect a deep understanding that empowerment requires both practical tools and encouragement. The leadership of the organization is clearly reflected in the integrity and consistency of its staff. For individuals transitioning from foster care or facing systemic barriers, Nicasa provides more than assistance it provides partnership. I am sincerely grateful for the role Nicasa has played in my development, and I highly recommend their services to anyone seeking structured, compassionate, and accountable support.

NICASA has great employees. I met a gentleman name Kentae Varnell at the Asian Heritage Month…read moreSaturday at my daughter school. He works with teen gambling and the gambling services. He gave me some great insight on teen gambling, gaming and volunteering to help the youth understand teen gambling. I will be contacting him to work with my youth group. Thank you for all your help with youth in Lake County community.

We hosted an incredible fundraiser adoption event with Reach Rescue. The space is a perfect blank…read morecanvas to add personal touches. We arranged catering and entertainment that perfectly complemented the program. The space easily accommodates 100+ people, and it was a fantastic experience. Thank you to the volunteers who run the program and all they do for our community. Over 5,600 dogs have been successfully partnered with their forever home with the essential help of Reach Rescue.

Cannot say enough good things about this entire process with Reach Rescue, they are amazing and…read morewe're so blessed to have found Olaf and bring him into our family....thank you Reach Rescue!!

On Monday, 15 December I visited the Goodwill store in Round Lake Beach, Illinois (Store #088)…read more My visit was pleasant and uneventful...until I went to pay for my items. Employee #180709 performed in what I can only describe as an appallingly rude, discourteous, and unprofessional manner. Employee #180709 did not greet me, did not respond to my greeting, did not speak to me; he simply stood there glaring at me and then handed me the receipt without a word. Employee #180709 presented an attitude of disgust and disdain for my custom, and behaved as though my presence there was offensive. I don't know what I did to warrant this behaviour; I stood in the line quietly, waiting for my turn (there was only one cashier available at 11am), and then greeting him in a friendly manner. Employee #180709 appeared to 'glare' at me as though my presence was an offence to him. Employee #180709 behaved in what I perceived as a bigoted, racially-biased manner, which made my visit there thoroughly unpleasant and made me feel unwelcome. I am very disappointed, disgusted, and displeased by the behaviour of Employee #180709 and do not recommend him or this store to anyone.

This goodwill doesn't do the color tags I feel the prices are too high and really the dealers they…read morehave here to buy and then resale at home are a pain The day I was there there were 4 of them and they swarmed the carts you couldn't get at the cart if you wanted too yourself they grabbed and threw things in their cart and you better watch out you don't get in their way it was disgusting my last time here for sure

This place is so hypocritical. Coworkers would ask you personal questions but you get in trouble…read morefor asking the same questions back. They say they appreciate honesty but you get in trouble for being honest. The HR Chuck would lie to you about why he needs to see you. Even had his stepdaughter lie about his sexuality. To me is pretty cowardly. The job is very awarding but a lot of people can't be trusted.

This is an edit to a negative post I made about Pioneer Center. After a visit to their location…read moreyesterday I realize that the concern is much bigger than the Pioneer Center has control over. I specifically went in there because I could not get through to them via phone. My goal was to obtain my daughters psychiatric records so that I could provide them to her new psychiatrist. I happened to stand in line behind a mother with her son going through the same turmoil and confusion I had experienced there. Come to find out that the center is closing due to lack of funding . Shame on this state and the corrupt, dishonest, negligent government and their beneficiaries. I'm from Colorado. Taxes on my house for one year= $900. Here......$3500!!! Where is all this money going???? If this state is all you know...do yourself a favor and try another!! God bless those poor ladies at the front desk for having to deal with upset parents such as myself who don't understand and point the finger at the wrong person.

I cannot say enough about the prompt attention I was given from my first phone call regarding a…read morestray cat having had kittens issue. They provided me with information and came out to access the situation and set up traps for the Feral cats and rescued the kittens (which I was happy to take one home). What an incredible calling of sorts - by people who truly care about their community and just want to control the continued, unnecessary over population of cats !

I adopted a cat from Fat Cat Rescue and spay and stay is the vet who performed her spay, vaccines…read more and microchipping. I called afterwards for some information that my landlord needed about her vaccinations and spoke directly with the vet, and she was very kind and informative about the spay procedure that she performed and the vaccinations that my cat received. I may use this vet's regular office for future services but she is kind of far away. I love the work that she does for Fat Cat and all of the other local rescues that she works with! I highly recommend Spay and Stay.

This is a great little tool library that I stumbled upon. They have a large assortment of tools…read more Both outdoor and indoor. They tale donations but it is pay as you can. I was able to check out an aerator for a yard project I had. The staff is very friendly and it's a welcoming environment. I highly recommend this tool library. It's great place to check out tools for any project you might run into, and not break the bank.

From the owner: Mundelein Tool Library is an all-volunteer, community-based 501(c)(3) non-profit tool lending…read morelibrary located in Mundelein IL serving all residents of Lake County. Join today and borrow free tools from our growing inventory. We offer a variety of power and hand tools for projects including carpentry, lawn & garden, woodworking, electrical, plumbing, masonry, automotive and much more! What is a 'tool library'? A Tool Library is just like a book library — you can "check out" hardware tools, free of cost. If you don't want to spend the money to buy a tool that'll be used lightly, MTL is perfect for you. We're dedicated to improving the lives of those in our community. Your donations directly fund our mission, and are tax deductible. As part of the sharing economy which prioritizes access over ownership to save money and conserve resources for Lake County residents, the Mundelein Tool Library is a community resource that encourages civic engagement and volunteerism while building skills and relationships.

We have been with the school for 5 years now since our oldest son was a baby. We are now having the…read moresecond one started in baby room last month. We are very please with the quality and standard of the Goddard school. The teachers, directors and owners are on the same page when it comes to communication and commitment on providing best care to our sons. They always go above and beyond on making sure the kids are learning in the safe and healthy environment. There are also offering extra activities for parents & kids through out the year such as Movie night, Breakfast with Santa, parents breakfast day, and Prom. Thank you very much for taking care our children. We are very grateful to be part of the Goddard School Round Lake. Thank you!

I am completely happy with my choice for daycare for my child. With her being 9, it's hard to keep…read morechildren engaged and eager to go back to summer camp. She absolutely loves it and all the fun activities that she gets to do. She asks every night what the next day will entail and can't wait to go! She comes home every night ready to tell me all about her day and what she learned or what she made, etc. I would definitely recommend this center for anyone! All the teachers are kind and engaged and you can tell they care about what they do. They care for the children and it's just amazing to see as a parent.

Lots of interesting items to browse and purchase, depending on what you're looking for and…read morereasonably priced. Displays are done well and it's easy to shop there. Enjoyable experience.

Interesting to say the least. Nothing really found here, but there is furniture and lots of square…read morefootage of it.

If you're looking for compassion and empathy after losing a loved one, this is the place to go!…read moreWhen you walk in, it's warm and welcoming. Cathy is the owner and Carol is her right hand woman/manager. Like alot of us, we're not prepared for the end of our life or our loved ones. You might feel lost, confused and even befuddled. Cathy and Carol will 100% guide you properly and patiently. Saying "goodbye" to a loved one who's passed, is one of the hardest things humans have to go thru. Im still healing from the loss of my grandfather. It's been almost a year since l've been here and this is a long overdue review. One of the downfalls of loving someone so much is when they leave us, it's so much more painful and heartbreaking. Grief is love with nowhere to go. Drowning is an art of learning how to survive, be it in water or emotions. Northern Illinois Funeral Services helps you start the healing process. That's extremely invaluable for me. They say you get what you pay for, but here, they go above and beyond what's expected. Grateful for the two earth angels at Northern Illinois Funeral Service

Cathy and Reggie are professional, flexible and compassionate. They got the job done, despite last…read moreminute requests and changes. Cathy is available 24/7. There are many immediate decision that need to be made when a loved one passes. They knew exactly how to handle each evolving situation. Highly recommend.