Piecing together a safer and healthier community

Our thoughts go out to those impacted by the Tuesday, March 10th storms. If you have been impacted by the recent tornado that passed through Kankakee County and are in need of assistance, please see our human services directory page. Experiencing a natural disaster like a tornado can be overwhelming. Losing loved ones, a home, dealing with property damage, or even just witnessing destruction in your community can bring many emotions. It is normal to feel shock, sadness, anger

This time of year can be espeically hard for many people. Shorter days, colder weather... can contribute to Seasonal Affective Disorder. Small acts of love and kindness can make a meaningful difference.

Normalize stress, model healthy coping skills, encourage positivity ...

As we begin 2026, the Life Education Center team is excited to continue its mission of promoting health, wellness, and safe choices among students across Kankakee and Iroquois Counties. For more than three decades, our educators have partnered with local schools to deliver engaging, age-appropriate lessons that help nearly 10,000 kindergarten through high school students each year build the skills they need to thrive physically, mentally, and socially. In the coming months, L