Some topics can be hard to talk about. If you are not comfortable asking for help, you can browse the Library shelves on your own using the catalog or the call numbers by topic shared on this page and on bookmarks at the Library.
If you are comfortable asking for help, your Librarians are available to point you to books and resources.
Also shared on this page are links and phone numbers to local and national support organizations. You are not alone, and we hope you are able to find the answers and support you need.
Browse Books on Your Own
Browse the Library shelves using the call numbers below or place holds on items in the catalog.
| TOPIC | CALL NUMBER |
|---|---|
| Abusive relationships | 362.8 |
| Alcohol | 362.292 |
| Death | 155.937 |
| Depression | 616.8527 |
| Divorce | 306.81 306.89 |
| Drugs/Addiction | 362.29 |
| Eating Disorders | 616.8526 |
| Fertility | 618.178 |
| Financial Challenges | 332.024 332.743 346.07 |
| LGBTQ+ | 305.9 306.2 306.7 306.76 306.848 |
| Miscarriage | 618.392 |
| Pregnancy | 306.8734 618.2 |
| Rape | 362.88 364.153 |
Local Resources
211 Lake County
Community Partners for Affordable Housing
847.263.7478
PADS
Provides advocacy, dignity, and shelter for those facing homelessness.
847.689.4357
Northern Illinois Food Bank
Church of the Holy Spirit
400 E Westminster Ave
Lake Forest
847.234.7633
Your First Step
Drug and alcohol treatment
yourfirststep.org/treatment-centers/lake-forest-il
855.211.7837
Lake County governmental services
Behavioral Health
Substance abuse and mental health
lakecountyil.gov/684/Behavioral-Health-Services
847.377.8180
Crisis Care
lakecountyil.gov/705/Crisis-Care-Program-CCP
847.377.8088
Available 24/7
Pace Dial-a-ride (Seniors)
lakecountyil.gov/3488/Pace-Dial-a-Ride-Services
847.234.0802
Women's and Children's Health
lakecountyil.gov/2138/Women-Childrens-Health
Help Paying Bills
National Resources
Emergency Services
Call 911
National Help Line
Substance use disorders and mental health
samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
1.800.662.HELP (4357)
Available 24/7