Central Illinois Friends Galesburg Clinic
Sexual Health • Galesburg, IL • Since 1990 • 4 (Downtown Peoria Clinic, Downtown Peoria; Bloomington-Normal Clinic, Galesburg Clinic) locations
About
Central Illinois FRIENDS operates a free, evidence-based sexual health clinic with a focus on HIV/AIDS support and LGBTQI+ community services. They have multiple locations, including a Galesburg clinic: - Galesburg Clinic: 311 E Main St., #409, Galesburg, IL 61401 - Other locations include Peoria-area offices and Normal, IL Key notes: - Nonprofit founded in 1990, Peoria-based, with 6 offices nationwide (US) - Services include free HIV & STI testing; person-first care regardless of intake form details - Organization emphasizes three pillars: support for people living with HIV, LGBTQI+ community support, and free sexual health clinic services If you’re specifically looking for the Galesburg site, use the Galesburg address above to reach the clinic.
Clinic Type
Sexual Health
Address
2112 E War Memorial Dr., Peoria, IL 61614
Phone
3094315880
outeach@centralillinoisfriends.org
Opening Hours
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm (clinic hours vary by location; see individual clinic pages)
Services Offered
Insurance & Payment
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Languages Spoken
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FAQs
What services are available at Central Illinois FRIENDS?
Free HIV/STI testing, HIV prevention/treatment, LGBTQ+ care, mental health support, and more.
Where are the clinic locations?
Downtown Peoria Clinic at 120 NE Glen Oak Ave, Ste. #201, Peoria, IL 61606; Bloomington-Normal Clinic at 900 Franklin Ave., Normal, IL 61761; Galesburg Clinic at 311 E Main St, #409, Galesburg, IL 61401; Downtown Peoria Clinic address listed above.
What are the clinic hours?
Open to the public Mon–Fri; specific clinic hours vary by location (e.g., Downtown Peoria, Bloomington-Normal, Galesburg). See individual clinic pages for exact hours.
Do you offer sexual health services at no or low cost?
Yes—the site describes free or low-cost sexual health services.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- QLIST: 5.0 (13 reviews (aggregated))
Patients praise
- Compassionate and judgment-free care
- Inclusive and welcoming environment
- Exceptional support for LGBTQ+ community
- Helpful, informative staff
- Safe space for patients
Common complaints
- Some mixed reviews regarding access to services
- Feedback about insurance policies
"Great service, very informative, and very welcoming. Every time I come to FRIENDS, I feel safe."
— Anonymous client testimonial on Central Illinois FRIENDS websiteSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Filling a health care gap in Galesburg: Central Illinois Friends takes over former Family Planning clinic, expands services | Galesburg Community News — Jan 29, 2026
- Central Illinois Friends celebrate with annual Mardi Gras fundraiser | WCBU Peoria — Feb 12, 2026
- Growing Health: OSF St. Mary's Community Garden and ER Expansion | WGIL 93.7 FM - 1400 AM — Aug 13, 2025
- OSF HealthCare brings advanced wound care to Galesburg — here's what it means for patients | WGIL 93.7 FM - 1400 AM — Jun 1, 2026
- OSF OnCall Mobile Unit Supports Local Pregnancy Care | Galesburg In Focus | WGIL 93.7 FM - 1400 AM — Feb 9, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
More sexual health clinics in Galesburg
Summary: The Knox County Health Department (KCHD) and Knox Community Health Center in Galesburg, IL run local STI/HIV services as part of their public health offerings. They provide testing for STDs and HIV, immunizations, and community education. The department also handles ongoing public health needs like disease surveillance, West Nile Virus, COVID-19, influenza, and environmental health (water wells, wastewater systems). They operate from 1361 West Fremont Street, Galesburg, IL 61401, and have a small staff and budget of about $5.9M. For STI/HIV-specific questions or to access testing, you can contact the department’s public health nurses via the main line or the HRIF-related contact if applicable.
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