Community Support Systems

Community Support Systems Community Support Systems is a 501 (c)3 not-for-profit corporation who provides services for people with an array of disabilities.

Community Support Systems has been in operation since 1962. We offer a broad range of Employment, Residential, and Family Support Services. Please visit our website at www.csscares.org.

FunFest 2025 was such a blast! 🎉All of our groups came together for an afternoon filled with sunshine, games, music, and...
11/21/2025

FunFest 2025 was such a blast! 🎉

All of our groups came together for an afternoon filled with sunshine, games, music, and so many moments of pure joy. Seeing everyone laughing, playing, and enjoying time together is what makes FunFest so special each year.

A huge thank-you to New Hope Church for welcoming us into such a beautiful space — we’re so grateful for your hospitality and partnership. 💙

Swipe through to relive some of our favorite FunFest highlights and smiles!

🌟 Celebrating Geri Buhnerkempe’s Retirement! 🌟After more than 40 years of life-changing, opportunity-enhancing service, ...
11/12/2025

🌟 Celebrating Geri Buhnerkempe’s Retirement! 🌟

After more than 40 years of life-changing, opportunity-enhancing service, Geri Buhnerkempe has announced her retirement from Community Support Systems.

Geri began her journey with CSS in 1978 as a summer camp counselor. She quickly proved herself a natural leader, moving on to serve as Camp Director, House Manager, Residential Coordinator, and, ultimately, Director of Residential Services.

Her care, compassion, and unwavering dedication have enriched countless lives—those of the individuals she supported, their families, and her coworkers. 💙

You're invited to join us for a celebration honoring Geri’s incredible career and wishing her well in retirement!

📅 Wednesday, November 19
🕟 4:30–8:00 PM (Open House)
📍 Stellar Cellar at Tuscan Hills Winery – 2200 Historic Hills Dr., Effingham

Please stop by anytime during the open house to share a memory, a laugh, or a heartfelt thank-you as we celebrate Geri’s remarkable legacy at CSS. 💐

Happy Veterans Day 🇺🇸Today, we pause to honor and thank all who have served our country. Your courage and sacrifice gran...
11/11/2025

Happy Veterans Day 🇺🇸
Today, we pause to honor and thank all who have served our country. Your courage and sacrifice grant us the freedom to continue our mission each day—enhancing opportunities to Live, Learn, Work, and Play.

We extend a special thank-you to our CSS staff veterans: Tracy Marten, Nancy Campbell, and Jeffrey Pipher.

Please note that Day Services and the Administrative Office will resume normal business hours tomorrow.

We are so grateful to the Effingham Elks Lodge #1016 and Three Chicks & A Stage for selecting Community Support System...
11/11/2025

We are so grateful to the Effingham Elks Lodge #1016 and Three Chicks & A Stage for selecting Community Support Systems as the beneficiary of their 2024–2025 season! 🎭✨

Each year, proceeds from their performances are divided three ways — supporting the Elks, Three Chicks and a Stage, and a local charity. And CSS was honored to be chosen as that charity.

Your generosity helps us continue enhancing opportunities to Live, Learn, Work, and Play. Thank you for supporting our mission and the individuals we serve! 💙

A few individuals in the Intermittent CILA Program had zip lining on their bucket list, so we took a trip to Shawnee Blu...
11/08/2025

A few individuals in the Intermittent CILA Program had zip lining on their bucket list, so we took a trip to Shawnee Bluffs Canopy Tour to make it happen! The group had an incredible time experiencing the beautiful views, conquering fears, and encouraging one another throughout the adventure. It was truly inspiring to see the teamwork and support shine.

Something beautiful is brewing at Joe Sippers Cafe! 🎨☕ Starting Monday, November 3rd, the walls will be filled with colo...
11/03/2025

Something beautiful is brewing at Joe Sippers Cafe! 🎨☕ Starting Monday, November 3rd, the walls will be filled with color and creativity as the CSS Fall Art Show returns.

Each painting is a one-of-a-kind piece crafted by CSS Artists and available for $30, with all proceeds going right back to the creators.

Stop by anytime between November 3rd and December 6th to sip, snack, and support local art!

The Intermittent CILA group took their adventures to St. Louis! 🌆After enjoying lunch at City Foundry STL, they headed ...
11/01/2025

The Intermittent CILA group took their adventures to St. Louis! 🌆
After enjoying lunch at City Foundry STL, they headed to the Museum of Illusions - St. Louis for an interactive and mind-bending experience. 😄🌀 It was a day full of laughter, great food, and optical fun!

The Admin Production group has been busy celebrating all things fall this week! 🍁 From their trip to Southfork Homestead...
10/31/2025

The Admin Production group has been busy celebrating all things fall this week! 🍁 From their trip to Southfork Homestead to today’s Halloween fun, they’ve been soaking up the season together. 👻🍂 Scroll through to see their smiles and spooky creativity!

Wishing everyone a safe and happy Halloween from all of us at Community Support Systems! 🎃

The retirement crew decided to haunt the halls before decking them! 👻🎄 They had a frightfully festive time turning their...
10/30/2025

The retirement crew decided to haunt the halls before decking them! 👻🎄 They had a frightfully festive time turning their Christmas tree into a ghost before decking it out for the holidays. Halloween today, Christmas on standby... it’s the best of both worlds!

That’s amore! 🍕❤️ Individuals had fun building (and eating!) their own homemade pizzas. We love putting our kitchen skil...
10/28/2025

That’s amore! 🍕❤️ Individuals had fun building (and eating!) their own homemade pizzas. We love putting our kitchen skills to work!

Haunted Hayride Fun 🎃Community Day Service participants were invited to Del and Diana Althoff’s home for a spooktacular ...
10/25/2025

Haunted Hayride Fun 🎃

Community Day Service participants were invited to Del and Diana Althoff’s home for a spooktacular haunted hayride. Afterward, everyone made their way down to their pond to feed the catfish. It was a beautiful day to enjoy the outdoors, good company, and a little fall fun.

We’re very thankful to the Althoffs for the invitation and for making it such a special day! 💙

A few of the guys recently had a trip to remember! 🦌🌲🎳Their adventure included exploring and lodging at Wildlife Prairie...
10/23/2025

A few of the guys recently had a trip to remember! 🦌🌲🎳

Their adventure included exploring and lodging at Wildlife Prairie Park in Hanna City, visiting the Peoria Riverfront Museum, enjoying great meals at Khaki Jacks and Dog Haus Biergarten Peoria, and even fit in some bowling and plenty of smiles along the way.

It was a wonderful opportunity to step away from the day-to-day and enjoy new experiences, all without leaving Illinois! 🌾

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618 W Main Street
Teutopolis, IL
62467

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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