DuPage County C.R.I.S.

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 and is the single point of entry for homeless services in DuPage County.

Additional Services: Catholic Charities - DuPage County

630-495-8008

https://catholiccharitiesjoliet.org/ 

Emergency Services/Homelessness Prevention (including program for veterans)

Daybreak Center (24/7 emergency housing, homelessness support, prevention when at risk of losing home)

Transitional Housing

Permanent Supportive Housing (for individuals with disabilities)

Classes (Anger Management, Positive Parenting, Out of Poverty)

Support Groups (Caregivers, Loss of Loved One to Suicide)

Counseling (individual, couples, families, group)

CHAD - Community Housing Advocacy & Development

630-456-4452

https://www.chadhousing.org/home

Community Housing Advocacy & Development (CHAD) is a non-profit corporation that provides quality, affordable, long-term rental housing to income qualifying, hardworking individuals and families who struggle to support themselves. CHAD owns, leases and manages over 500 units in 175 properties in 30 west suburban communities that represent a range of affordable housing opportunities including single family homes, duplexes, apartments and townhomes and provides professional property management services to over 1,100 residents. CHAD offers below market rents to income qualified applicants.

DuPage PADS

630-682-3846

https://dupagepads.org/what-we-do/interim-overnight-housing/

The Interim Overnight Housing Program offers families and individuals a safe environment. The spirit of hospitality is a priority, as well as respect for each person. Volunteers assist staff in providing dinner, breakfast, and a bag lunch; sleeping space; and support activities. 

A variety of other programs are also available through PADS. Please visit their website or call for additional information.

https://dupagepads.org/

Outreach Community Ministries - Safe Haven for Homeless Youth

630-682-1910

https://www.outreachcommunityministries.org/hope/safe-haven-homeless-youth/

New transitional housing centers will provide wrap-around, supportive services on-site to help individuals and families work towards financial independence. New permanent, supportive housing will provide for the needs of young families and the disabled who are socially vulnerable.

­360 Youth Services - Transitional Living Program  

630.961.2992 ext. 1148 (Deb Robertson, Executive Director)

https://www.360youthservices.org/housing/

360 Youth Services is committed to supporting youth from experiencing homelessness to independence, and offering the supportive and compassionate services needed to get them back on their feet and headed in the right direction.

DuPage County Regional Office of Education 

Homeless Students

630-514-1389

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

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

hbritton@dupageroe.org

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.

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

Various services are offered through local Neighborhood Resource Centers (NRCs) and community support organizations. Contact an NRC/community support organization in your area to learn about available financial, educational, spiritual, emotional, and/or social support.

Addison - Henry Hyde Resource Center

630-543-3080

After School Program, Summer Camp, English Language Acquisition, Spanish Literacy, Computer Literacy, Teen Parenting Classes

 http://www.addisonpoliceillinois.org/services/henry_hyde_resource_center/index.php 

Carol Stream - Outreach Community Center

630-260-7600

Youth Development Programs, College Opportunity Program, Case Management, Counseling, Community Development

https://www.outreachcommunityministries.org/occ/

Naperville - Loaves & Fishes Community Services

630-355-3663

Food and Nutrition Programs, Car Donation, Computer Training, Drop-In Health Clinic, English Language Acquisition, Emergency Assistance, Emotional Support, Job Search Assistance, Legal Support, Money Education, Moving Up Poverty Education Class (free childare; gift card), Public Benefits Assistance, Resource Meetings, Income Tax Assistance

https://www.loaves-fishes.org/get-help/

Villa Park - York Community Resource Center

Youth Development, Case Management, Counseling

https://www.outreachcommunityministries.org/york/

Warrenville - Warrenville Youth & Family Services

630-393-7057

Youth Development, Mentoring, Case Management, Counseling, Hispanic Outreach

https://www.outreachcommunityministries.org/wyfs/

West Chicago - Puente del Pueblo

630.876.6681

Youth Development Programs, Case Management, Spanish & English Literacy, Counseling

https://www.outreachcommunityministries.org/puente/

Wheaton - People's Resource Center

630-682-5402

Food Pantry, Clothes Closet, Social Service, Computer Access & Training, Art Studio, Job Search Assistance, Adult Learning & Literacy

http://www.peoplesrc.org/services

DuPage County - People's Resource Center

630-682-5402

Food Pantry

Emergency Rent and Mortgage Assistance

Clothes Closet (free, gently-used seasonal clothing for men, women and children)

Financial Assistance and Social Services (available on a limited basis for qualified clients facing special hardships or unexpected needs such as transportation, utilities, and medical expenses.)

Job Assistance (workshops; one-on-one job search coaching)

Computer Assistance (FREE classes in computer skills and software; FREE computer repair/maintenance for existing PRC clients)

Adult Learning and Literacy (instruction in English, math, reading skills, GED preparation, and citizenship test preparation; tutoring)

Art Classes (adults, youths, and families)

http://www.peoplesrc.org/services

DCFS (Department of Children and Family Services) 1-800-25-ABUSE (1-800-252-2873)

Report suspected child abuse or neglect.

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

Adult Protective Services 1-866-800-1409 

Report concerns for an older person (adults age 60 or older) and adults age 18-59 with disabilities in resolving the abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation situations.

https://www2.illinois.gov/aging/ProtectionAdvocacy/Pages/abuse.aspx

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

DuPage Federation on Human Services

Welcoming Center

630-426-3361

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

https://www.dupagefederation.org/resources