Every community is stronger when its residents know where to turn for support. Here in Red Bud and across Randolph County, there are many organizations working every day to help people live healthier, safer, and more connected lives.
From food and housing assistance to health care, senior services, youth programs, and more, these resources reflect the generosity and care that make our community unique.
This page highlights just a sample of the services available. It is not an exhaustive list, but it’s a starting point to connect you with trusted organizations that are ready to help when you need it most.
Whether you are seeking immediate assistance or simply want to learn more about what’s available in our area, we encourage you to explore these resources and share them with neighbors, friends, and family who may benefit.
Together, we can ensure that no one in Red Bud or Randolph County feels alone in facing life’s challenges.
Healthcare
Red Bud Regional Hospital
325 Spring St., Red Bud, IL 62278
618.282.3831
Mental Health
With offices in Sparta, Chester, Red Bud and Okawville, ComWell is a nonprofit behavioral health and community services agency rooted in Southern Illinois since 1971.
With a focus on treating the whole person, ComWell empowers individuals through a range of services—from mental health counseling to developmental disability support, substance misuse treatment, residential services, and vocational programs—for residents across Randolph and Washington counties.
Driven by a mission to "promote positive, healthy changes for individuals and communities through engagement, education, treatment, and recovery," ComWell bridges gaps by partnering with schools, hospitals, and local organizations to deliver comprehensive and compassionate care.
In 2022, ComWell earned a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) grant from SAMHSA—strengthening its capacity to offer comprehensive, coordinated mental health care in line with national standards.
Library
The Red Bud Public Library offers a wide variety of resources and services for the community. Patrons can check out books, large print materials, graphic novels, DVDs, Blu-Rays, music CDs, audiobooks, video games, STEM kits, and unique items such as telescopes and cake pans through the Illinois Heartland Library System (IHLS), which includes over 520 libraries. Materials can be requested and delivered via interlibrary loan.
The library also provides outreach services for those unable to visit in person, including weekly visits to Garden Place, deliveries to residences, and support for assisted living facilities. Children can use AWE learning computers, and the library offers public computers, laptops for virtual meetings, headphones, and printing/copying services.
Two meeting rooms are available for reservations, equipped with a projector and screen. Visitors can enjoy puzzles, family board games, and participate in library programs and events open to the entire community. Students in the Red Bud School District, including homeschoolers, are eligible for a free one-year library card through the “Cards for Kids” program.
Services Available
Free 24-hour wifi
Computers to use
Printing & copying .25 per page black & white / .75 per page color (Cash/Check only)
Faxing - sending/receiving $1 per page
Local genealogy material
Newspapers to read: North County News, County Journal & Republic Times
Finley Park (located behind the library)
Adult/children programs
Seniors
Red Bud Senior Link
Red Bud Senior Link is a joint effort by the City of Red Bud and community partners. Together, we can build a stronger, more connected community for our seniors. Our mission is to provide a welcoming and inclusive community where seniors can connect, engage, and thrive, fostering their independence, well-being, and overall quality of life.
Our ad of events are published in the North County Newspaper on the 4th Thursday of the month.
If you're interested in helping or have ideas to share, please contact Mayor Susan Harbaugh at 618-282-2319 or mayor@cityofredbud.org.
Join our Facebook page: Red Bud Senior Link
Additional Services & Programs
Secretary of State
Secretary of State Mobile Unit
The Secretary of State Mobile Unit will be set up behind City Hall from 10AM-2PM on the following day:
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
**You must have an appointment. Please call 618-282-7284 to make an appointment.
Services include: New and Renewal ID cards, Driver's License Renewals, Sticker Purchases, and Real IDs. As a reminder, you can renew before you receive your renewal by mail.
Transportation
Monroe Randolph Transit District’s mission is to provide affordable, efficient accessible transportation to all residents of Monroe and Randolph Counties.
GO MRTD (Monroe Randolph Transit District) provides dependable, community-focused public transportation throughout Monroe and Randolph Counties. They offer a variety of flexible services—whether you need a ride to work, a shopping trip, a medical appointment, or school. The transit options are:
Personalized
Door-to-door, curb-to-curb Demand Response
Convenient
Affordable local rides under the “Go Local” program. Red Bud is now a participating municipality in the Go Local program through the Monroe Randolph Transit District. Rides within Red Bud are $3 rather than $6 each way. Call 618-443-9087 to schedule your ride.
Accessible & Safe
ADA-compliant vehicles with wheelchair lifts and trained drivers prioritizing timeliness and customer care Monroe Randolph Transit District
Utility Assistance
Through Western Egyptian, LIHEAP (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program) helps Red Bud residents with reduced utility bills.
The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is administered through the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity and is designed to help eligible low-income households pay for energy services.
LIHEAP will provide a one-time per program year benefit to eligible households to be used for energy bills. The amount of the benefit is determined by income, household size, fuel type and geographic location. An overdue bill or cut-off notice is not required. Your source of fuel does not have to be natural gas or electricity in order to receive assistance. Propane and wood also qualify for a benefit.
Trash Service
Residents in Red Bud are responsible for securing their own weekly trash and recycling services.
Local providers offering both residential and commercial service:
Residential:
Quivey Sanitation
310 S. Vine St., Sparta, IL 62286
618.317.6790
Reliable Sanitation
601 S. Market St., Waterloo, IL 62298
618.939.3333
COMMERCIAL SERVICE:
Waste Management
310 S. Vine St., Sparta, IL 62286
618.317.6790
CITY HALL SERVICES
Services Available:
ADDITIONAL VOTING RESOURCES:
Call for Questions 618.282.2315
