Community Resources

General Resources

• United Way Service Search Tool

  • To find resources in your community. Enter your zip code and select the category of support you are interested in (food, health care, financial assistance, etc.) to locate available resources in your community. 

• Community Service Centers

  • Community Service Centers help individuals and families access a wide range of resources from shelter, food and clothing to domestic violence assistance, job training/placement and services for the formerly incarcerated. Clients can also get information about rental, utility and other financial assistance programs. The centers also serve as warming and cooling centers during periods of extreme weather. Community Service Center hours are Monday through Friday from 9am-5pm.

• If you are in the City of Chicago and in need of housing assistance, please call 311 and ask for short term help.

• If you are experiencing a medical or safety emergency, please call 911.