Health, Safety and Wellness

Illinois Department of Human Services

Cash, SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), child care assistance, and medical assistance.

831 W 119th St, Chicago, IL 60643

773-660-4700 Helpline- 800-843-6154

Entry Point

If you need assistance to prevent homelessness or information about emergency overnight shelter or how to find Domestic Violence services, you can talk with an intake specialist at one of the Entry Point Walk-In Centers who will evaluate your situation and connect you to the appropriate available resource based on your needs.

Together We Cope

17010 Oak Park Ave

Tinley Park, IL (Directions)

708.633.5040

Respond Now

1439 Emerald Ave

Chicago Heights, IL (Directions)

708.755.4357

Family Support : FindHelp.org

Find food assistance, help paying bills, and other free or reduced cost programs, including new programs for the COVID-19 pandemic

Healthy Text Program:

Receive 1-2 text messages to your cell phone each week about fun and healthy tips. Messages may include upcoming free or low cost events and classes.

Metropolitan Family Services:

13136 S. Western Ave. Blue Island, IL 60406

708.371.5170

Mobile Crisis Response (formerly SASS)- provides crisis intervention and intensive mental health services to children/adolescents experiencing significant emotional distress.

Find Food IL

Type in zip code to see Food Pantries, Grocery Stores, SNAP/WIC Offices, Farmers Markets, Senior Food Resources in zip code area. Also takes you to EAT.MOVE.SAVE with healthy food, movement and food budgeting tips.

Worth Township Food Pantry

11601 South Pulaski Road, Alsip, IL 60803, USA

(708) 371-2900

Blue Cap Food Pantry

2155 Broadway Street, Blue Island, IL, USA

(708) 389-6578

Operation Blessing​

4901 W. 128th. PL., Alsip, IL 60803, US

(708) 597-6326

Salvation Army

2700 West 127th St. Blue Island, IL 60406

708.332.0100

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Together We Cope

17010 Oak Park Ave

Tinley Park, IL (Directions)

708.633.5040