The temporary memorial opened on November 11, 2022 to provide a place for remembrance and reflection. It is located in the Rose Garden near City Hall and will remain there throughout the planning and construction of the permanent place of remembrance.
The City appreciates the partnership with the Park District of Highland Park and the generosity of Guy Scopelliti Landscaping for their assistance in creating this space.
The City of Highland Park is undertaking a trauma-informed planning process to create a permanent place of remembrance that will pay tribute to the memory of the seven victims of the Highland Park shooting, create a space(s) for reflection, remembrance and solace, and honor the community's resiliency.
For more information visit hpremembrance.org.
In the event of an emergency, dial 911.
Counseling Resources
211 Helpline
Provides immediate, resource navigation for community members who are needing to find available resources for those impacted. 211 is free, confidential, 24/7, and multilingual, with English and Spanish-speaking staff and assistance to other languages via interpreters in 150 languages.
Search for updated list of available resources at https://bit.ly/211NowHP or visit 211LakeCounty.org
Call 2-1-1 for live resource navigation with a 211 specialist.
Text your zip code to 898211 for live resource navigation with a 211 specialist.
Lake County Crisis Care Program
Crisis Counselors are available 24 hours a day to speak with you by phone. The number is: 847- 377-8088. You do not have to give your name when you call. Walk-ins are welcomed at the program office. Call or come by to learn more. Crisis Intervention services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Lake County Crisis Care Program
3002 Grand Avenue
Waukegan, IL 60085
847-377-8088
Crisis Care Program (CCP) | Lake County, IL (lakecountyil.gov)
Disaster Distress Hotline
Provides immediate, 24/7 crisis counseling for people who are experiencing emotional distress related to any natural or human-caused disaster. Covers topics such as stress, anxiety, and other depression-like symptoms related to a disaster.
Call 1-800-985-5990 (press 2 for Spanish)
Text TalkWithUs (for English) or Hablanos (for Spanish) to 66746 to connect with a counselor
Veterans Crisis Line
Provides 24/7, confidential, crisis support to all veterans, all service members, National Guard and Reserve, and family members and friends.
Call 800-273-8255, select option 1
Chat online at www.veteranscrisisline.net
Text to 838255 for assistance
Family Service of Lake County
Family Service of Lake County is available to support the community. The office is located at 777 Central Avenue in Highland Park. Services are available Monday through Friday 9:00 AM through 7:00 PM and on weekends by appointment. Call 847.432.4981 for an appointment - walk-in services are also available. Expanded Hours: Family Service of Lake County is open 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM for counseling sessions for any member of the community who just needs to talk to someone, just walk in, appointment is not needed.Free Counseling: Family Service of Lake County is offering 20-30 minute sessions free of charge
Close Proximity: 777 Central Avenue, Suite 17Highland Park, IL 60035847-432-4981www.famservice.org
Family Service of Glencoe
Family Service of Glencoe (www.familyserviceofglencoe.org) is providing counseling services free of charge to anyone in any community affected by the tragedy in Highland Park. Please call (847) 835-5111 for an immediate appointment.
Therapists range in specialties, including trauma and crisis support, child and adolescent counseling, young adult and senior adult counseling, and English/Spanish bilingualism.
Highwood Public Library & Community Center
To help our community heal, the Highwood Public Library & Community Center is offering supportive and mental health services free of charge. Services are available in English and Spanish.
Individual Therapy
By appointment
Monday, Tues, Wed, Thurs
3:00-7:00pm
Support Groups
No appointment needed
Mon, Tues, Wed
6:00-7:30pm
Community Conversations to Heal the Soul After Trauma
Wednesdays in July | Virtual
July 6 & 20: 6:00-7:00pm
July 13 & 27: 12:00-1:00pm
102 Highwood Avenue
Highwood, IL 60040
(847) 432-5404
Additional resources are available on our the Highwood Public Library website. Scan the QR below to access a list of online materials and books.
Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a Crisis Counselor.
Crisis Text Line provides free, 24/7, high-quality text-based mental health support and crisis intervention by empowering a community of trained volunteers to support people in their moments of need. Additional information is available on the Crisis Text Line website at www.crisistextline.org.
Victim Resources
National Mass Violence Victimization Resource Center
The National Mass Violence Victimization Resource Center recommends the following resources:
Resources for Victims, Survivors and Community Members
- The NMVVRC self-help app, Transcend NMVC, is available on both Apple and Android mobile phones
- Tips For Survivors: Coping With Grief After A Disaster Or Traumatic Event via the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration | Read here.
- Managing Distress: Grounding Tips For Crime Victims, Survivors And Family Members Of Mass Violence Incidents (MVIs) | Read here.
- How to Identify an Experienced Trauma-Focused Therapist | Read here.
- Illinois Crime Victims Compensation Program | Read here.
- State of Illinois Information about crime victim compensation and advocates: 1-800-228-3368 (Voice) | 1-877-398-1130 (TTY)
Resources for Parents, Caregivers and Teens
- Assisting Parents/Caregivers in Coping with Collective Traumas, via NCTSN | Read here
- Parent Guidelines for Helping Youth After the Recent Mass Shooting, via NCTSN | Read here in English | Read here in Spanish
- Helping Teens with Traumatic Grief – Tips for Caregivers, via NCTSN | Read here
- Tips for Talking with and Helping Children and Youth Cope After a Disaster or Traumatic Event: A Guide for Parents, Teachers and Caregivers, via SAMHSA | Read here
- For Teens: Coping After Mass Violence, via NCTSN | Read here in English | Read here in Spanish
Resources for Community Leaders
- Timeline of Activities to Promote Mental Health Recovery: Recommendations Before, During and Following a Mass Violence Incident | Read here.
- Tips for Community Leaders: Rebuilding Your Community | Resources here.
One of the most incredible things about our community is the generosity of Highland Parkers. If you have ideas or suggestions related to supporting those in need and/or the community, please share those via email at hpcares@cityhpil.com.
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The Community Church of Lake Bluff (117 E. Scranton Ave, Lake Bluff) will hold a prayer service, July 5 at 12:00 noon. The service will include prayer and music at Christ Church on the corner of Route 60 and Waukegan Avenue in Lake Forest.
Trinity Grace Church and Christ Church - Rev. 7:9 has organized a community prayer gathering July 5 3:00PM at Trinity Grace Church (1506 Half Day Rd., Highland Park IL). Everyone is welcome.
Highland Park Presbyterian Church, Trinity Episcopal, and other area faith leaders will hold a ecumenical community prayer vigil on July 5 at 7:00 p.m. at the Highland Park Presbyterian Church (330 Laurel Ave., Highland Park). All are welcome.
United Parish of Immaculate Conception and St James at the Immaculate Conception will host a prayer vigil with Cardinal Cupich at at 770 Deerfield Road Highland Park at 7:00 PM on Tuesday, July 5.
Mission Ministry of First Baptist Church will host a prayer service on Tuesday, July 5, 7:00 PM via conference call (978-990-5356 / 6855088.)
Makom Solel Lakeside (1301 Clavey) will host a vigil at 7:00 PM on Wednesday, July 6.
Galilee UMC (1696 McGovern Ave) is holding a vigil at 7:00 PM on Wednesday, July 6. All are welcome for a time of silent prayer and reflection and comfort.
Celebrate Highwood (Everts Park, 116 Highwood Ave Highwood) is hosting a candlelight vigil from 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM on Wednesday, July 6 at Everts Park to be a haven to gather and honor the victims, survivors, and all those impacted by this tragedy.
Central Synagogue (874 Central Avenue, Highland Park) is hosting an event
of unity and healing at the Synagogue on Thursday, July 7 at 7:00 PM.
The United Parish of Immaculate Conception and St. James (134 North Ave., Highwood) is hosting a bilingual Holy Hour of Adoration to pray for peace and healing on Thursday, July 7, 7:00 PM at St. James Church (address above.)
Candlelight Vigil
Am Shalom (840 Vernon Ave, Glencoe) is hosting a candlelight vigil on Thursday, July 7 at 7:30 PM for healing and will be open to anyone that wants to attend.
March for Our Lives North Shore will host a candlelight vigil and memorial on Thursday, July 7, 7:45 PM at Sunset Woods Park (1801 Sunset Rd., Highland Park.)
The United Parish of Immaculate Conception and St. James will host a procession from Immaculate Conception Church to downtown Highland Park to pray the Rosary for peace and healing, on Saturday, July 9, beginning at 10 AM at Immaculate Conception Church (770 Deerfield Rd., Highland Park.)
Awakened Soul Living will host a Community Healing Circle of LIght on Sunday, July 10, 3:33 PM - 5:55 PM at Glencoe Beach Park (160 Hazel Ave., Glencoe.)
Interfaith Service
Glencoe Union Church (263 Park Ave, Glencoe) is hosting a Ecumenical Service on Sunday, July 10, at 4:00 PM with representatives from each participating faith community.
Highland Park Students Demand Action
The Highland Park Students Demand Action chapter of Everytown for Gun Safety is hosting a vigil on Sunday, July 10 at 7:30 PM at Sunset Park (1801 Sunset Rd).
City of Highland Park (1707 St Johns Ave)
On Wednesday, July 13 at 7:00 PM, the City will host a vigil at City Hall for the community to gather and honor the memory of the victims.
