Alcohol Testing Homer, IL
Alcohol Testing Homer, IL
Accredited Drug Testing provides alcohol testing at testing centers located in Homer, IL and the surrounding areas. Alcohol testing is available for DOT and non DOT purposes and Court Ordered requirements. Testing methods include breath alcohol (BAC), urine, oral saliva and hair testing. Same day service is available at our Homer, IL locations and most Homer, IL alcohol testing centers are within minutes of your home or office.
Alcohol Testing is administered for court ordered (ETG), DOT and Non-DOT testing including random selection, reasonable suspicion, post-accident testing and other reason an employer or individual may need an Alcohol Test.
14330 S WILL COOK RD 1.3 miles
HOMER GLEN, IL 60491
10737 W. 165TH STREET 3.0 miles
ORLAND PARK, IL 60467
250 E MAPLE ST 3.5 miles
NEW LENOX, IL 60451
16221 W 159th St 4.0 miles
Lockport, IL 60441
9570 W 159TH ST STE A 4.4 miles
ORLAND PARK, IL 60467
18210 LA GRANGE RD STE 110 4.9 miles
TINLEY PARK, IL 60487
PO BOX 63 4.9 miles
MOKENA, IL 60448
14475 John Humphrey Dr Ste 100, 5.0 miles
Orland Park, IL 60462
onsite for POH only 5.7 miles
ORLAND PARK, IL 60462
19070 EVERETT BLVD, UNIT 111 5.8 miles
MOKENA, IL 60448
621 E LINCOLN HWY 6.1 miles
NEW LENOX, IL 60451
1000 S HAMILTON ST 6.2 miles
LOCKPORT, IL 60441
16325 HARLEM AVE STE 110 7.5 miles
TINLEY PARK, IL 60477
17148 HARLEM AVE 7.6 miles
TINLEY PARK, IL 60477
12255 S 80TH AVE 7.9 miles
PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463
6701 159TH ST OCC HEALTH 7.9 miles
TINLEY PARK, IL 60477
7800 W College Dr, Room 1-W 8.4 miles
Palos Heights, IL 60463
21035 S LA GRANGE RD 8.8 miles
FRANKFORT, IL 60423
391 S BOLINGBROOK DR 9.1 miles
BOLINGBROOK, IL 60440
480 QUADRANGLE DR 9.4 miles
BOLINGBROOK, IL 60440
16101 WEBER RD 9.9 miles
CREST HILL, IL 60403
ONSITE ONLY 9.9 miles
WILLOWBROOK, IL 60527
130 N WEBER RD STE 108 9.9 miles
BOLINGBROOK, IL 60440
6300 KINGERY HWY STE 404 10.0 miles
WILLOWBROOK, IL 60527
1280 WINDHAM PKWY 10.5 miles
ROMEOVILLE, IL 60446
800 N LARKIN AVE 10.6 miles
JOLIET, IL 60435
2025 S CHICAGO ST 10.7 miles
JOLIET, IL 60436
484 W Boughton Rd, 10.7 miles
Bolingbrook, IL 60440
7421 S CASS AVE 10.7 miles
DARIEN, IL 60561
4742 CAL SAG RD 11.0 miles
CRESTWOOD, IL 60445
2000 GLENWOOD AVE 11.0 miles
JOLIET, IL 60435
18W125 RODGERS CT 11.1 miles
DARIEN, IL 60561
2100 GLENWOOD AVE 11.1 miles
JOLIET, IL 60435
310 N. Hammes Ave Ste 102, 11.2 miles
Joliet, IL 60435
330 MADISON ST STE B2 11.3 miles
JOLIET, IL 60435
535 PLAINFIELD RD STE C 11.3 miles
WILLOWBROOK, IL 60527
333 MADISON ST 11.3 miles
JOLIET, IL 60435
5533 W 109TH ST STE 103 11.3 miles
OAK LAWN, IL 60453
4800 W 129TH ST 11.3 miles
ALSIP, IL 60803
32 UNO CIR 11.4 miles
JOLIET, IL 60435
7530 Woodward Ave. Suite G, 11.4 miles
Woodridge, IL 60517
7530 WOODWARD AVE 11.4 miles
WOODRIDGE, IL 60517
8755 S HARLEM AVE 11.6 miles
BRIDGEVIEW, IL 60455
726 S WEBER RD 11.7 miles
BOLINGBROOK, IL 60490
2306 ESSINGTON RD 11.8 miles
JOLIET, IL 60435
6555 WILLOW SPRINGS RD STE 6 12.1 miles
LA GRANGE HIGHLANDS, IL 60525
10837 S Cicero Ave Ste 310, 12.2 miles
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
1051 ESSINGTON RD STE 140 12.2 miles
JOLIET, IL 60435
1113 Fairview Ave, 12.3 miles
Westmont, IL 60559
5660 W 95TH ST 12.3 miles
OAK LAWN, IL 60453
750 ESSINGTON RD 12.3 miles
JOLIET, IL 60435
16501 KEDZIE AVE 12.6 miles
MARKHAM, IL 60428
6170 JOLIET RD 12.7 miles
COUNTRYSIDE, IL 60525
9532 EAGLE WAY 12.8 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60678
19150 South Kedzie Avenue, Suite 101 13.2 miles
Flossmoor, IL 60422
19550 GOVERNORS HWY 13.3 miles
FLOSSMOOR, IL 60422
1314 HOUBOLT RD 13.5 miles
JOLIET, IL 60431
1360 HOUBOLT RD 13.5 miles
JOLIET, IL 60431
5101 WILLOW SPRINGS RD 13.9 miles
LA GRANGE, IL 60525
534 CHESTNUT ST, STE 230 13.9 miles
HINSDALE, IL 60521
1190 S NAPER BLVD 13.9 miles
NAPERVILLE, IL 60540
40 S CLAY ST STE 100E 14.0 miles
HINSDALE, IL 60521
2310 York St Ste 4A 14.0 miles
Blue Island, IL 60406
1220 HOBSON RD STE 220 14.1 miles
NAPERVILLE, IL 60540
24600 W 127TH ST 14.1 miles
PLAINFIELD, IL 60585
15600 HONORE AVE 14.3 miles
HARVEY, IL 60426
1039 BROOK FOREST AVE 14.4 miles
Shorewood, IL 60404
6500 W 65TH ST 14.4 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60638
18665 DIXIE HWY 14.5 miles
HOMEWOOD, IL 60430
3317 W 95TH ST LOWR LEVEL STE 5 14.8 miles
EVERGREEN PARK, IL 60805
24600 W 127th St Ste 310, Building B 14.9 miles
Plainfield, IL 60585
12647 S JUSTINE ST 15.1 miles
CALUMET PARK, IL 60827
2272 W 95TH STREET, STE 100 15.1 miles
NAPERVILLE, IL 60564
13246 S ROUTE 59 STE 106 15.3 miles
PLAINFIELD, IL 60585
3360 LACROSSE LN STE 110 15.5 miles
NAPERVILLE, IL 60564
12942 S CARPENTER ST 15.5 miles
CALUMET PARK, IL 60827
5015 W 65TH ST 15.6 miles
BEDFORD PARK, IL 60638
801 S WASHINGTON ST 15.6 miles
NAPERVILLE, IL 60540
On-Site ONLY 15.6 miles
Plainfield, IL 60586
125 N LA GRANGE RD 15.6 miles
LA GRANGE, IL 60525
25711 S Egyptian Trail 15.7 miles
Monee, IL 60449
1734 W 105TH ST 15.8 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60643
640 S Washington St Ste 140, 15.8 miles
Naperville, IL 60540
10242 S VINCENNES AVE 16.4 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60643
1020 E OGDEN AVE STE 208 16.5 miles
NAPERVILLE, IL 60563
4940 S CICERO AVE 16.7 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60638
1423 CHICAGO RD 16.7 miles
CHICAGO HEIGHTS, IL 60411
30 E 15TH ST STE 100 16.8 miles
CHICAGO HEIGHTS, IL 60411
2450 WOLF RD STE I 17.0 miles
WESTCHESTER, IL 60154
3301 N Ashland 17.1 miles
Chicago, IL 60657
2340 S Highland Ave Ste 330, 17.2 miles
Lombard, IL 60148
5525 S PULASKI RD FL 3 17.3 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60629
24441 W EAMES ST 17.4 miles
CHANNAHON, IL 60410
636 RAYMOND DR STE 102 17.9 miles
NAPERVILLE, IL 60563
155 E BRUSH HILL RD 18.1 miles
ELMHURST, IL 60126
16246 PRINCE DR 18.1 miles
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL 60473
7222 W CERMAK RD 18.4 miles
NORTH RIVERSIDE, IL 60546
4100 HEALTHWAY DR OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH SERVICEES 18.6 miles
AURORA, IL 60504
875 ROOSEVELT RD STE 200 18.8 miles
GLEN ELLYN, IL 60137
900 E 103RD ST 18.9 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60628
1971 Gowdy Road 19.0 miles
Naperville, IL 60563
2000 OGDEN AVE 19.1 miles
AURORA, IL 60504
2615 HARRISON ST 19.1 miles
BELLWOOD, IL 60104
2088 Ogden Ave, Ste 240 19.1 miles
Aurora, IL 60504
3052 WEBER DR 19.3 miles
AURORA, IL 60502
1595 VALENCIA CT 19.3 miles
CALUMET CITY, IL 60409
130 S MAIN ST 1ST FL IMMEDIATE CARE OCC HEALTH 19.4 miles
LOMBARD, IL 60148
5709 S. Loomis Blvd 19.5 miles
Chicago, IL 60636
5601 W CERMAK RD 19.5 miles
CICERO, IL 60804
1955 RANDI DR 19.6 miles
AURORA, IL 60504
17665 Torrence Ave, 19.7 miles
Lansing, IL 60438
603 W MONDAMIN ST 19.9 miles
MINOOKA, IL 60447
8751 S Greenwood Ave Ste 106, 20.0 miles
Chicago, IL 60619
2741 RIDGE RD 20.2 miles
LANSING, IL 60438
2741 RIDGE RD FL 2 20.2 miles
LANSING, IL 60438
611 DIVISION ST 20.2 miles
PEOTONE, IL 60468
129 W SAINT CHARLES RD 20.2 miles
LOMBARD, IL 60148
610 S Maple Ave, Ste 5800 20.4 miles
Oak Park, IL 60304
1200 S YORK RD Center for Health 20.5 miles
ELMHURST, IL 60126
650 W 51ST ST 20.7 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60609
1225 W LAKE ST STE 101 20.7 miles
MELROSE PARK, IL 60160
REMIT ONLY: DEPT 77-6478 20.7 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60678
75 REMITTANCE DR STE 1660 20.7 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60675
413 S HARVEY AVE 21.0 miles
OAK PARK, IL 60302
27240 W SAXONY DR 21.1 miles
CHANNAHON, IL 60410
533 W North Ave, LL Suite 50 21.2 miles
Elmhurst, IL 60126
Fitness Department, 21.2 miles
Melrose Park, IL 60101
639 W NORTH AVE 21.3 miles
VILLA PARK, IL 60181
1851 DOUGLAS RD 21.4 miles
MONTGOMERY, IL 60538
3316 S ASHLAND AVE 21.4 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60608
5500 Hohman Ave Ste 1D 21.5 miles
Hammond, IN 46320
5841 S MARYLAND AVE 21.6 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60637
1983 N MANNHEIM RD 21.6 miles
MELROSE PARK, IL 60160
3145 S ASHLAND AVE STE 110 21.6 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60608
1974 E 73RD ST 21.8 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60649
565 N YORK ST 21.8 miles
ELMHURST, IL 60126
537 N HARVEY AVE 21.9 miles
OAK PARK, IL 60302
3831 S HOHMAN AVE 22.0 miles
HAMMOND, IN 46327
321 W LAKE ST STE C 22.0 miles
ELMHURST, IL 60126
6624 MONROE AVE 22.0 miles
HAMMOND, IN 46324
143 S LINCOLN AVE STE B 22.1 miles
AURORA, IL 60505
151 S LINCOLN AVE 22.1 miles
AURORA, IL 60505
813 SIBLEY ST 22.2 miles
HAMMOND, IN 46320
7905 CALUMET AVE 22.3 miles
MUNSTER, IN 46321
8135 S Calumet Ave 22.3 miles
Munster, IN 46321
4020 S CALUMET AVE 22.4 miles
HAMMOND, IN 46320
8840 CALUMET AVE, STE 204 22.4 miles
MUNSTER, IN 46321
1010 165TH ST 22.4 miles
HAMMOND, IN 46324
7230 W NORTH AVE STE 106B 22.5 miles
ELMWOOD PARK, IL 60707
701 WINTHROP AVE 22.6 miles
GLENDALE HEIGHTS, IL 60139
6423 COLUMBIA AVE UNIT A 22.6 miles
HAMMOND, IN 46320
24 JOLIET ST 22.6 miles
DYER, IN 46311
2361 Reliable Parkway 22.8 miles
Chicago, IL 60686
2393 Reliable Parkway 22.8 miles
Chicago, IL 60686
2635 Church Rd Ste 105 22.9 miles
Aurora, IL 60502
2853 KIRK RD 23.0 miles
AURORA, IL 60502
10137 GRAND AVE 23.0 miles
FRANKLIN PARK, IL 60131
835 S WOLCOTT AVE STE E144 23.3 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60612
2333 N HARLEM AVE STE 100 23.3 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60707
13641 S ROUTE 59 23.3 miles
Plainfield, IL 60544
303 W LAKE ST 23.4 miles
ADDISON, IL 60101
2907 S WABASH AVE STE 100 23.4 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60616
3201 S WALLACE ST 23.4 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60616
2600 S Michigan Ave 23.5 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60616
2929 S ELLIS AVE 23.7 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60616
6701 US HIGHWAY 34 23.7 miles
OSWEGO, IL 60543
303 E Army Trail Rd, Ste 111 24.0 miles
Bloomingdale, IL 60108
211 E ARMY TRAIL RD 24.0 miles
BLOOMINGDALE, IL 60108
273 E ARMY TRAIL RD 24.0 miles
BLOOMINGDALE, IL 60108
1044 N FRANCISCO AVE 24.1 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60622
2450 169TH ST 24.2 miles
HAMMOND, IN 46323
7107 W BELMONT AVE 24.3 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60634
1230 W LAKE ST 24.5 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60607
1339 W LAKE ST 24.5 miles
ADDISON, IL 60101
600 W ADAMS ST 24.6 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60661
614 W MONROE ST 24.6 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60661
4200 MANNHEIM RD 24.6 miles
SCHILLER PARK, IL 60176
1870 W GALENA BLVD 24.7 miles
AURORA, IL 60506
811 S STATE ST STE B 24.7 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60605
311 N ABERDEEN ST STE 100B 24.7 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60607
300 W ADAMS ST STE 835 24.8 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60606
1240 IL ROUTE 83 24.9 miles
BENSENVILLE, IL 60106
3101 N HARLEM AVE LOWER LEVEL 24.9 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60634
1431 N Western Ave Ste 137, 24.9 miles
Chicago, IL 60622
To schedule an alcohol test in Homer, IL call (800) 221-4291 or online 24/7
Alcohol Detection Periods
Breath Alcohol Current / Immediate | ETG - Urine 80 Hours | Standard Urine 1 - 2 Days |
Whether you want to detect current alcohol impairment, recent alcohol consumption, or alcohol usage within the past 3 days, Accredited Drug Testing offers the testing services that fit your needs.
Alcohol tests are administered for a variety of different reasons and greatly differ from drug tests. Drug tests (those that analyze samples of hair and urine) attempt to detect usage of illegal drugs over a lengthy time period, generally ranging from a week to several months. However, alcohol tests are aimed at detecting consumption of a legal - though regulated - substance within a much shorter timeframe. Rather than testing for past usage, an alcohol drug test will register only the immediate presence of alcohol in the human body.
Breath Alcohol Drug Test
Otherwise known as a breathalyzer, Breath Alcohol Test (BATs) make frequent appearances in sitcoms and crime shows. That is because they are quite commonly used given that the test is easy to administer and provides nearly instantaneous results. Police officers rely on breathalyzer exams to detect when drivers are on the road and above the legal alcohol limit. Because BATs provide only a current-moment snapshot of the body's blood alcohol content, they should only be administered when someone is required to be sober at the current time. Such cases would include driving a vehicle or operating heavy machinery.
Accredited Drug Testing centers are dedicated to providing accurate results every time. For that reason, our certified staff only administers DOT-approved Evidential Breath Testing devices (EBTs). Procedures are meticulously controlled to ensure that all results are admissible in a court of law.
DOT only permits a breath alcohol test. Urine alcohol tests are not permitted by the Department of Transportation. Therefore, a DOT regulated employee would take a 5 panel DOT urine test but only a breath alcohol test if required.
Urine Alcohol Drug Test Finally, for rare cases an EtG exam will be administered to determine if alcohol has been consumed over a 5 day period. EtGs are typically reserved for individuals undergoing a court-ordered sobriety or alcohol rehabilitation program.
Saliva / Oral Fluid Alcohol Test
Accredited Drug Testing also offers a saliva specimen alcohol test in addition, to breath and urine testing. Oral fluid alcohol test can provide immediate results or if requested can be sent to certified laboratory for analysis
Confidential alcohol drug tests can be conducted at any location utilizing the Accredited Drug Testing mobile on-site program service.
Scheduling a drug, alcohol or any testing service is simple and easy, Call (800)221-4291) or click below to order online 24/7.
Drug and alcohol testing services are provided for all needs including employment, DOT, court ordered, school, personal and are available for both individuals and employers.
Accredited Drug Testing Inc, offers 5, 10 and 12 panel drug test screenings utilizing urine, hair, blood and oral fluids/saliva. Alcohol testing is available for breath alcohol, standard urine and ETG testing.
Our laboratories are SAMHSA certified and all tests results are verified by our in house licensed physicians who serve as Medical Review Officers.
On the road or on vacation, no worries, Accredited Drug Testing has testing centers in all cities Nationwide and we can schedule your test, ANYWHERE, ANYTIME!
Department of Transportation (DOT)
If you are DOT regulated company or an individual employed in a safety sensitive position, Accredited Drug Testing Inc offers certified DOT drug and alcohol testing and other DOT required services for FMCSA, FTA, FRA, PHMSA, USCG and FAA.
Accredited Drug Testing also provides a DOT random testing consortium, DOT drug policy for employers and DOT physicals.
Drug Free Workplace
Many States encourage employers to be a drug free workplace and several States provide a discount on workers compensation premiums, if the business owner is certified as a drug free workplace and the drug testing program complies with State law.
We Come To You! On-site/mobile drug testing is also available for employers when you need to save time and money, we provide on-site drug testing for construction sites, road side accidents, hospitals, schools or any on-site drug testing need.
Our alcohol testing Homer, IL centers recognize that needing a drug, alcohol or occupational health test can be at times stressful. Accredited Drug Testing takes the stress out of a stressful situation.
Our drug testing Homer, IL locations have trained and certified professional drug testing specialists and our alcohol testing Homer, IL centers and staff are committed to providing courteous, helpful and professional assistance.
Please be aware that testing locations do not accept any form of payment and require a test registration donor pass to administer a drug, alcohol, or any other type of test. You must call (800) 221-4291 to register for a test or you may register online, no appointment is needed, but a test registration form is required.
Handy Resources
Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing
- National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.
- FDA: Drug Testing
Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.
- PDR.net
Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.
- BeSafeRx - FDA
Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.
- SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace
Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.
- Drugs.com
Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.
- Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)
Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.
- Merck Manuals
Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.
- SAMHSA Store
Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.
- National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)
Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.
- CDC: Workplace Health Promotion
CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.
- Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing
General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.
- MedlinePlus: Drug Testing
Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.
- University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia
Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.
- World Health Organization (WHO)
International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.
- Healthline: Drug Testing
Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.
- WebMD: Drug Testing
Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.
- National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)
Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.
AI Overview
Alcohol Testing
Alcohol testing is a procedure used to measure an individual's blood alcohol content (BAC) or detect the presence of alcohol in the body. This testing is crucial in various contexts, including law enforcement, workplace safety, and medical screening. For consumers, understanding the available methods and their specific uses can help in making informed decisions about alcohol testing.
Methods of Alcohol Testing
- Breathalyzer Tests: These are the most common form of alcohol testing, especially used by law enforcement. They measure the alcohol content in the breath, which correlates with blood alcohol levels.
- Blood Tests: Considered the most accurate method, blood tests directly measure the alcohol concentration in the bloodstream. However, they require professional medical personnel to collect the blood sample.
- Urine Tests: Urine tests are less commonly used for alcohol because of their less accurate representation of current blood alcohol levels but can detect alcohol consumption up to 24 hours after intake.
- Saliva Tests: These tests are less invasive and can detect the presence of alcohol in the saliva, which is a good approximation of BAC.
Applications of Alcohol Testing
Alcohol testing is used in several key areas:
- Law Enforcement: To enforce drinking and driving laws and ensure public safety.
- Workplace Safety: In industries where operating heavy machinery or driving is involved, employers use alcohol testing to ensure a safe work environment.
- Health Monitoring: Medical professionals may require alcohol testing for patients undergoing treatment for alcohol use disorder or monitoring those with specific health conditions.
Advantages of Alcohol Testing
Alcohol testing offers several benefits:
- Prevention of Accidents: It helps in reducing the risk of accidents associated with alcohol consumption, especially in driving and workplace scenarios.
- Health and Safety Compliance: It ensures compliance with health and safety regulations, particularly in work environments.
- Support for Recovery Programs: Regular testing can support individuals in recovery programs by holding them accountable and encouraging sobriety.
Limitations of Alcohol Testing
Despite its benefits, alcohol testing has limitations:
- Variability in Accuracy: Some methods, like breathalyzers, can sometimes give false positives due to factors like diet, medical conditions, or even certain medications.
- Invasiveness: Some methods, particularly blood tests, are invasive and require professional handling.
- Privacy Concerns: The necessity to disclose personal consumption habits can raise privacy issues, especially in employment contexts.
In conclusion, alcohol testing plays a critical role in law enforcement, workplace safety, and health care. While it offers numerous benefits in promoting safety and health standards, awareness of its limitations and appropriate use is essential for achieving accurate and reliable results.
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Local Area Info: Homer, Illinois
Homer grew from a settlement named Union, which was on the Fort Clark or State Road running between Danville and Urbana, nearly three miles north of the present town. Union was little more than several cabins built in 1829-30, but it served as a post office and meeting place in what was Vermilion County prior to the creation of Champaign County in 1833. Moses Thomas, a native of Pennsylvania, built a mill on the Salt Fork creek southeast of Union in 1834 and began to mill grain. A young merchant traveling from Indiana, Michael Doctor Coffeen, built a store adjacent to the mill, and with Thomas created the village of Homer on January 26, 1837. The post office was moved to Homer with M. D. Coffeen as postmaster in 1841.
Homer grew to 120 people in 1850, and the coming of the Great Western Railroad to the south of the town prompted the village to move to its present location. In February 1855, the town's 32 buildings were dragged 1.5 miles south by 18 teams of oxen. The village became a stop on the railway, later named the Wabash Railroad, becoming the center of agriculture in eastern Champaign County.
In 1905, the town became the location for Homer Park, an amusement park on the Illinois Traction System interurban line. Homer Park, north of the village on the Salt Fork creek, offered swimming, food, baseball, movies and even a small zoo. The park closed in 1937 after flooding and poor management.