Streator offers a quiet, friendly small‑city vibe with a walkable historic downtown, colorful murals, seasonal festivals and parks like City Park and Spring Lake Park—perfect for a travel therapist who wants an engaging, community‑oriented several‑week stay. Affordable short‑term housing, local restaurants and volunteer‑run events mean you’ll have off‑shift options and a chance to plug into the community.
For bigger‑city amenities, Peoria (~60 miles) and Bloomington‑Normal (~59 miles) are about an hour’s drive away for museums, nightlife and regional airport/service options.