Community Resources & Information

ALOP (Alternative Learning Opportunities Program) - designed for students who are at risk of academic failure and/or struggling with attendance. Referrals to ALOP DuPage are made through the student’s home school.  If you have questions about eligibility, please contact the ALOP Coordinator, Kathy Ekstrand.

kekstrand@dupageroe.org

Rebound -  supports students in grades 6-12 during a suspension of four or more days with academic instruction continuity while promoting restorative practices teaching conflict resolution and strengthening social emotional skills.  Referrals to Rebound are made through the student’s home school.  If you have questions, please contact the Rebound Coordinator, Kathy Ekstrand.

kekstrand@dupageroe.org

Launch - designed as a short-term, transitional approach to reintegrating students back into school after inpatient hospitalization. Small groups offer increased social and emotional support. Contact your child's school for additional information. If you have questions, please contact Kathy Ekstrand.  kekstrand@dupageroe.org

Partners for Success - offers an alternative to expulsion and/or can benefit students with multiple suspensions in grades 6-12. Contact Principal Linda Downey with questions

ldowney@dupageroe.org

Parents as Teachers - supports children from the prenatal period through age 3 as well as their parents. This early childhood intervention program offers routine parent education, discusses stages of healthy child development, offers developmental screening, and is free to parents residing in select DuPage School Districts (2, 4, 15, 16, 96) Contact Lenny Rivota, Early Childhood Coordinator, for additional information

mrivota@dupageroe.org

GED/HSE (High School Equivalency) - available to youth age 18 and older* (see website for details) without a GED or High School Diploma and is a resident of Illinois. Contact Raquel Wadsworth, Division Assistant, for additional information. rwadsworth@dupageroe.org

Homeless Students

Information about the rights of homeless students; available in English and Spanish. Contact Heather Britton, Student Advocate, for additional information.

hbritton@dupageroe.org

630-514-1389

https://www.dupageroe.org/school-information/residency-homelessness

The Probation Department offers a variety of services. 

https://www.dupageco.org/probation/

Diversion

Some minors may have an opportunity to participate in Diversion. Services are facilitated by the arresting agency or the Probation Department, depending on the nature of the minor's offense and other factors.

http://www.dupageco.org/Probation/55867/

Probation

Adjudicated minors formally involved with Juvenile Court may be sentenced to probation. Youths sentenced to a term of probation by the Juvenile Court will receive services facilitated by the Probation Department. 

http://www.dupageco.org/Probation/55874/

For a list of services or to obtain a copy of Probation's Family Guide please visit:

https://www.dupageco.org/Probation/1192/

Detention

Most youth being detained by DuPage County agencies are held at the Kane County Juvenile Justice Center (KCJJC) (37W655 IL-38, St Charles, IL 60175). A screening is conducted by Probation Department staff, in conjuction with the arresting officer, prior to most youth being admitted to the KCJJC for detention.

DuPage County Probation staff transport youth to and from court hearings held in DuPage County.

http://courtservices.countyofkane.org/Pages/Juvenile-Justice-Center.aspx

For a list of Frequently Asked Questions about the KCJJC please (scroll down to "Juvenile Justice FAQs) visit:

http://courtservices.countyofkane.org/Pages/FAQ.aspx

On occasion, a youth may be detained at the DuPage County Jail, which is predominantly an adult facility. To learn more about visitation, mail/letters, and other aspects of the DuPage County Jail, visit the DuPage County Sheriff's website

http://www.dupagesheriff.org/Corrections-Jail/164/

CCBYS (Comprehensive Community-Based Youth Services) AGENCIES receive state funding to increase family reunification, improve family stabilization, and divert or minimize involvement in the child welfare and/or juvenile justice system. 

Three agencies serve DuPage County. Caregivers whose home address is in DuPage County can contact the agency in their area to self-refer for intervention. 

(If you reside in another county, contact the statewide number 877-870-2663)    

Northeast DuPage Family and Youth Services (NEDFYS) 

(Northern DuPage County)  

630-693-7934  

https://www.nedfys.org/     

Communities Served:  Addison, Bensenville, Burr Ridge, Elmhurst, Hanover Park, Hinsdale, Itasca, Lemont, Lombard, Oak Brook, Oakbrook Terrace, Roselle, Villa Park, Wood Dale         

Wheaton Youth Outreach (WYO) 

(Central DuPage County)  

630-682-1910  https://www.outreachcommunityministries.org/wyo/     

Communities Served:  Bartlett, Bloomingdale, Carol Stream, Glen Ellyn, Glendale Heights, Warrenville, Wayne, West Chicago, Wheaton, Winfield     

360 Youth Services 

(Southern DuPage County)  

630-961-2992  http://www.360youthservices.org/     Communities Served:  Aurora, Bolingbrook, Clarendon Hills, Darien, Downers Grove, Lisle, Naperville, Westmont, Willowbrook, Woodridge    

C.R.I.S. (Community Resource Information System) is a searchable database offering an overview of various services offered in DuPage County. Contact information for service providers is also included. 

Searchable Service Categories Include:

Clothing & Household Items

Disaster Services

Education

Employment

Food

Health/Wellness/Dental

Housing & Utilities

Income Support

Individual & Family Support

Legal & Public Safety

Mental Health & Addictions

Transportation

Veterans

http://www.dupagecris.org/

DuPage County Bar Association, Lawyer Referral Program 

630-653-9109 

http://www.dcba.org/?page=FindLawyer

Offers a 30-minute consultation with an attorney.  You are not obligated to hire the referred attorney nor is the attorney obligated to accept you as a client.

DuPage County Family Self-Sufficiency Program 

630-407-6500

http://www.dupageco.org/Community_Services/Housing_and_Self-Sufficiency/1771/

Offers case management and support services to aid families in achieving self-sufficiency.

DuPage County Health Department

630-682-7400

http://www.dupagehealth.org/

Offers a variety of services including:

Behavioral Health 

Dental

Health

Pharmacy

Access DuPage  

630-510-8720

www.accessdupage.org  

Offers temporary assistance to eligible individuals in DuPage County accessing medical services until that individual can become eligible for insurance

DuPage Dispensary of Hope

630.510.8720 x203

https://accessdupage.org/dispensary-of-hope/

Free pharmacy program for uninsured, low income individuals. Income restrictions apply (see chart on their website to determine if you qualify; call for additional assistance). Not all medications are available and program uses generic versions only; see formulary (list of approved medications) for details. Must have a current prescription.

DuPage County Prescription & Eyeglass Assistance 

630-407-6500

http://www.dupageco.org/Community_Services/Intake_and_Referral/1773/

Please visit website to determine program eligibility

DuPage County Psychological Services, Substance Use Disorder/Addiction Treatment, and Education Programs 

630-407-6300

http://www.dupageco.org/Community_Services/Psychological_Services/1329/

Services include:

Assessment

Early Intervention Program

Outpatient & Intensive Outpatient Treatment

Continuing Care

Worknet DuPage 

630-955-2030

http://www.worknetdupage.org/

Trains, connects, and develops the workforce of DuPage County. Supports individuals wanting to return to work.

Comprehensive List of DuPage County Services

http://www.dupageco.org/servicesbyfunction.aspx?tid=552

Please visit this website for additional details and qualifying criteria for the various services

DCFS 

(Department of Children and Family Services)

To report suspected Child Abuse or Neglect, call 1-800-25-ABUSE (1-800-252-2873)

https://www.illinois.gov/dcfs/Pages/default.aspx

Crime Victim Resources

1-800-228-3368

Information and resources available to victims of violent crimes.

http://www.illinoisattorneygeneral.gov/victims/index.html

Family Shelter Services

630-221-8290 (main line)

630-469-5650 (hotline)

Offers support to local victims of domestic violence. Services include Safety Planning, Court Services, Legal Protection, 24/7 Hotline, and General Information/Resources

http://www.familyshelterservice.org/protect-yourself/

Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS)

630-328-1000

Offers information and online application for state-funded programs, including:

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)

Cash Assistance

Medical Programs

TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families)

WIC (Women, Infants, and Children)

Emergency Food and/or Shelter

Sexual Assault Prevention Program

For an overview of all services, visit:

http://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=27894

To apply online for SNAP, Healthcare, Cash Assistance, or Medicare Savings visit:

https://abe.illinois.gov/abe/access/ 

The Illinois Hunger Coalition - 

Hunger Hotline

800-359-2163 

http://www.ilhunger.org  

Apply for food stamps and health coverage over the phone. Find out if you qualify for other programs like WIC (Women, Infants & Children). Get free, confidential help if you've already applied for benefits and are having a difficult time getting them. Quickly find an emergency food pantry or soup kitchen near you.

Northern Illinois Food Bank 

http://www.solvehungertoday.org  

Online resource to help locate food pantries, soup kitchens, and meal programs closest to you

University of Illinois Extension

Eat.Move.Save Program

https://eat-move-save.extension.illinois.edu/

FREE online resources promoting easy wellness tips for anyone on a budget. 

EAT - healthier choices made easy.

MOVE - fun activities to get the whole family moving

SAVE - smart shopping tips to keep more money in your pocket

Hope House - DuPage County  

800-941-8681 

https://catholiccharitiesjoliet.org/services/community-services/

Providing housing and supportive services to individuals and families who are homeless often due to divorce, job loss or depleted savings.  During a temporary, short stay, participants work toward securing employment and permanent housing.  Hope House provides the only 24-hour crisis hotline to assist in the single point of entry process for homeless services in DuPage County.

DuPage Federation on Human Services

Welcoming Center

630-426-3361

Resource for immigrants and refugees to assist in finding information and assistance. FREEprogram offering informaiton and referrals on topics such as housing, food, healthcare, transportaion, legal issues, language needs, employment, and education.

www.dupagefederation.org/welcome