Illinois State Center Wiki: Cook County, Illinois

Cook County, Illinois

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Pages about Cook county:

WestCook.org - A multi-purpose site providing news and information on the three organizations' programs and services: West Central Municipal Conference (WCMC), West Cook County Solid Waste Agency (WCCSWA), and West Cook Community Development Corporation (WCCDC).

Business and Economy

Beggars Pizza - Features restaurants in Oak Forest, Blue Island, Merrionette Park, Lansing, and Oak Lawn. Coupons, menu items, and company profile are provided.

Bell West Community Credit Union - Full service community credit union. Features membership eligibility including employee, group and resident options. Locations in Worth, Palos Hills, Oak Lawn, and Westchester.

Chicago Testing Laboratory, Inc. - Asphalt testing laboratory, providing design, testing, failure analysis, training, and litigation support. Offices in Thornton and Northbrook.

Deerfields - Full-service bakery. Features menus, photos and maps. Located in Schaumburg, Buffalo Grove and Deerfield.

The Egg & I - Restaurants in Chicago Heights and Tinley Park, serving breakfast, lunch and carry out meals.

FlexiCorps, Inc. - Temporary and permanent employment agency specializing in clerical and industrial job placement. Offices in Elk Grove and Franklin Park.

Hecky's Barbecue - Provides catering and in-store menus for its Evanston and Chicago locations, and online sales.

House of Rental - Event, party and industrial products for rent for the contractor, homeowner, or industrial user. Site offers pricing, description, and photos of rental items along with hours of operation. North Shore locations in Glenview, Wheeling, and Skokie.

Instrument Associates - Parker Hannifin distributor of valves, fittings, hoses, tubes, gauges to Illinois and Northwest Indiana. Also, features value added services such as training. Locations in Alsip and Rolling Meadows.

Jacobson Electric - Offering online shopping of ceiling fans, light fixtures, outdoor and bath lighting, electrical services. Locations in Morton Grove and Wheeling.

Kenwood Liquors - Locations in Oak Lawn and Chicago. Includes specials.

King Brothers Funeral Home - Family owned funeral services since 1895 with locations in Chicago ([McGann]Create? Funeral Home), Burbank (Sheely Funeral Home), Oak Lawn (Zimmerman & Sandeman Funeral Home), Palos Hills (Palos Funeral Home), and Orland Park (Orland Funeral Home).

Nick's Fishmarket - Fine dining, specializing in seafood. Chicago and Rosemont locations.

Pazzo's - Restaurants offering gourmet Italian food and wines. Des Plaines and Chicago locations.

Professional Home Improvements - Insulated vinyl and aluminum siding. Located in Arlington Heights and Palatine.

Sawbridge Studios - Handcrafted furniture and accessories, with showrooms in Chicago and Winnetka. Includes photo galleries of furniture, listed by type and by crafter.

Sunrise Health Food - Organically grown produce and health-centered products. Locations in Lansing and Flossmoor.

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Education

The Alliance for Character in Education - Opus Dei educational foundation. Operates high schools in Niles and Des Plaines.

Chicago Suburban Schools - Cook County Regional Office of Education governs the 690 schools in the suburbs of Chicago. Order a school directory, school and district labels here.

Cook County GED Testing Program - Provides Cook County GED Diploma Testing Programs, dates and registration information.

Cook County School District 104 - Public K-8 school district serving the communities of Summit and Bedford Park.

Park Ridge - Niles Community Consolidated School District 64 - Links, events and information on the district for its students, teachers, parents and staff.

University of Illinois Cook County Extension Unit - Provides practical research-based information and classes. Lists information on the programs including Master Gardeners, 4-H and Teen Reach Clubs, and nutrition education.

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Government

Clerk of the Cook County Circuit Court - Dorothy Brown - Serving more than 400 judges and is the nation's largest consolidated court system. Features its divisions, files and records, community resources, online case information, and contact details.

Commissioner Bobbie L. Steele - Cook County 2nd District - Commissioner Bobbie L. Steele Cook County 2nd District. Her achievements, life, awards, and events.

The Cook County Assessor's Virtual Office - Providing Cook County Taxpayer information and assessment record searches. Info for filing, exemptions, and Senior Citizens. Online tax form available.

Cook County Clerk - Voter Guide - Personal polling place and election results for Cook County officials.

Cook County Clerk's Office - Services of the Cook County Clerk, David Orr. Including important information on County Licenses (business, marriage, notary, birth and death certificates) and vital statistics. Forms are available online.

Cook County Commission on Human Rights - Recognizing the need to combat the effects of bias and bigotry throughout Cook County, the Cook County Board of Commissioners adopted the County Human Rights Ordinance.

Cook County Information Center - The Official Cook County government website. Quickly and easily obtain a wide variety of information, from department services, to recreational activities, health care information and job openings.

Cook County Sheriff's Office - Includes access to court records, internet safety tips, and child sexual abuse prevention and awareness.

Cook County State's Attorney - Information about the office of Cook County's State Attorney, including recent news releases, specific information on victim services and links to the Child Support Enforcement Division.

Cook County Treasurer's Office - Features forms, tax and senior services information, plus online property tax payment.

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Health

Aesthetic Plastic Surgery - Specializes in breast augmentation, liposuction, and other forms of cosmetic surgery. Offices in Chicago and Northbrook.

Arbor Kraff Laser - Dr. David Lubeck, a fellowship trained cornea specialist that performs laser vision correction surgeries, including LASIK and PRK. Offices in Homewood, Orland Park, and Chicago.

Bureau of Health Services: Office of Research Development - News, information and links for researchers and grant seekers affiliated with the Cook County Bureau of Health Services.

Center for Liposculpture and Cosmetic Surgery, Ltd. - Information about this outpatient surgical center located in Chicago and Des Plaines.

Chicago Medical Society - The medical society for Cook County, serving the best interests of the community and the medical profession. News, society overview, application and forms, member benefits, listing of medical speakers, and continuing education information.

Chicago Voice Center - Specializing in hoarseness and vocal cord polyps, from swallowing problem to paralysis. Information on causes and conditions, contact information, and location map to offices in Chicago and Glenview.

Chicago Women's Psychotherapy Associates - Anne K. Frenkel and Natalie Fisher, a group practice of Licensed Clinical Social Workers treating problems in relationships and careers, including anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem. Offices in Chicago, Wilmette, and Evanston.

Cook County Children's Hospital Primary Care Pediatrics Residency Program - Information on this medical training program dedicated to urban primary care. Features rotation schedule, educational programs, commitment, location, and contacts.

Cook County Hospital : Department of Medicine - Official site of the Cook County Hospital Department of Medicine with additional information on residency programs as well as hospital departments.

Dr. Chaomei Guo - Offers chiropractic and acupuncture care, specializing in pain management, disk-herniation therapy, spinal rehabilitation and post-injury management. Provides office hours in Wilmette, and two Chicago locations.

Evanston Northwestern Healthcare - Describes health care and medical services offered at Evanston, Glenbrook, and Highland Park Hospitals and at affiliated entities.

Goodfellow Chiropractic - Clinic with physician specializing in Palmer Upper Cervical Specific Chiropractic Technique. Offices in Evanston and Chicago.

Hektoen Institute for Medical Research/Cook County HIV Primary Care Center - A Cooperative Agreement Project funded by the HIV/AIDS Bureau of the Health Resources and Services Administration as a Special Project of National Significance for Cook County.

Ingalls Health System - Health care system based in Cook County. Includes locations of facilities, physician search, news releases, senior life information and links on health topics. Locations in Harvey, Matteson, Tinley Park, Calumet City, and Homewood.

The Lighthouse Consulting Services of Illinois, Inc. - Life coaching, hypnotherapy and counseling. Includes fees, background, and services. Arlington Heights and Palatine locations.

Little Company of Mary Hospital and Health Care Centers - A Catholic hospital emphasizing a holistic approach to healthcare. Comprised of 12 facilities around the Southwest Chicago area, including Chicago Ridge, Oak Lawn, Evergreen Park, Burbank, and Palos Heights.

Lou Walsh, MA, LPC - Chicago therapist and Shrink Rap editor. Includes articles about love and relationships.

Mabas Division 21 - Mutual Aid Box Alerting System for fire departments in southern Cook County. Includes photo gallery and history.

Mary B. Butler, D.Min. - Dr. Butler is a licensed clinical professional counselor, licensed marriage and family therapist, and a certified Imago relationship therapist practicing in Evanston and Chicago.

Maximum Rehabilitation Services, Ltd - Pain management clinic specializing in physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and hand therapy. Locations in Chicago, Evergreen Park, and Palos Heights. Overview of services, specialties, and locations.

Meyers Center for the Eye - Lasik vision correction and other ocular surgeries. Fact sheets, news, FAQs. Offices in Evanston and the Chicago River North area.

Michael Byun, M.D. - General and plastic surgery in River North and Wilmette.

Multiple Sclerosis - MS South Cook Support Group - Orland Park Self-Help Group focused on assisting persons with multiple sclerosis, their families and their friends. Includes information on its resources and support, and offers an events calendar.

NAMI Cook County North Suburban - Information on the local chapter of the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill. Offers a calendar of events, news, support groups and resources, educational programs, mental health legislation and useful links.

Natalia S. Pascal, Ph.D., Licensed Clinical Psychologist - Dr. Pascal specializes in issues of depression and loss, as well as relationship issues. Locations in Chicago and Evanston.

North Shore Plastic Surgery - Iliana E. Sweis, M.D. - Plastic surgery center specializing in breast reduction surgery, laser resurfacing, ultrasonic liposcution, mastopexy, otoplasty, and blepharoplasty. Locations in Chicago and Northbrook.

Otto J. Placik, M.D. - Plastic surgeon offering reconstructive and cosmetic surgery. Includes information about popular procedures and maps to office locations in Chicago and Arlington Heights.

Palos Community Hospital - Palos hospital describes services and provides health and medical information. Read health news, find a physician, and learn about career and volunteer opportunities. Locations in Palos Heights, Orland Park, Oak Lawn, Lockport, and Lemont.

Patricia A. McMahon, Psy.D. - Licensed clinical psychologist, therapist and counselor with offices in Chicago and Schaumburg. Includes background, treatment and insurance information.

St. James Hospital and Health Centers - Part of the Sisters of St. Francis Health Services, Inc. network. Information on facilities, doctors, health care and services. Located in Chicago Heights and Olympia Fields.

Suburban Cook County Tuberculosis Sanitarium District - Dedicated to the prevention and treatment of Tuberculosis in suburban Cook County.

Well-Path Center - Multi-service individual, couples and family counseling practice. Issues: Anger management, depression, relationships,divorce, anxiety, domestic violence, self esteem. Locations in Chicago Loop, Palos Heights, and Arlington Heights.

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Real Estate

Arthur J. Rogers & Co. - Offers corporate real estate services for commercial and industrial clients in brokerage, management, development and construction. Offices in Elgin, Buffalo Grove, Des Plaines, and Elk Grove Village.

North Shore-Barrington Board of Realtors - NSBAR offers a wide range of programs, products and services to the real estate professional.

Northwest Association of Realtors - Offers a range of products and services in support of real estate professionals. Courses and educational programs are featured. Based in Arlington Heights.

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Science and Environment

Forest Preserve District of Cook County - Serves to acquire lands containing one or more natural forests for the purpose of protecting and preserving the flora, fauna, and scenic beauties. Information on programs, services, events, links and contacts.

Friends of the Forest Preserves - Advocates good conservation and recreation of the county's forest preserves. Features volunteer steward and habitat restoration opportunities, recommendations and studies, and related resource links.

North Branch Restoration Project - Working to restore the remaining savannas, woodlands, forests and prairies along the North Branch of the Chicago River. Workday schedule, announcements and articles are featured.

North Cook County Soil and Water Conservation District - Provides information, education and guidance in the conservation and wise use of natural resources. Features newsletter and map.

Unofficial Cook County Forest Preserve District Page, The - Maps and other information based on official publications of the Cook County Forest Preserve District.

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Society and Culture

Alliance Franaise du North Shore - One of several area chapters of this not-for-profit cultural and educational organization. Language class schedules, an events calendar, and resource links are provided.

American Legion First Division - Supports military veterans and their families, and offers such items as a newsletter, membership reports, related links and an events calendar. Composed of nine Districts with a total of 200 local Posts spread over the entire county.

Animal Welfare League - Humane society with locations on Chicago's South Side and in Chicago Ridge. Features clinics, events, education, resources, volunteer and adoption programs, and contacts.

Berwyn Cicero Council on Aging - Non-profit organization dedicated to assisting persons age 60 and older who reside in Berwyn and Cicero and also offers programming to surrounding communities. Also, offers healthcare, health education, screenings for risk factors for certain illnesses, and links.

Proviso-Leyden Council for Community Action, Inc. - PLCCA is established as a private, not-for-profit corporation to serve low-income residents in Cook County's Proviso and Leyden Townships and the municipality of Norridge. Provides a range of programs and services based on its mission of eradicating poverty.

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Source: Louisiana State Center