Social Services Resources

Provides information for survivors of domestic violence.

Need help? Find housing, food, healthcare, and more in DuPage.

Provides life-changing services to youth through substance use prevention education, counseling, and housing.

At the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, we understand that life's challenges can sometimes be difficult. Whether you're facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, our caring counselors are here for you. You are not alone.

A vital resource and advocate for people as we age by providing thoughtful guidance, supportive services, and meaningful connections.

Accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.

Use this site to apply for and manage your healthcare, food, and cash assistance benefits.

Addresses the culture, institutions, and individuals that perpetrate, profi t from, or support sexual exploitation. Our work includes prevention, policy reform, community engagement, and legal services.

Offers a multitude of programs, services and arts and cultural initiatives for community members and local businesses who are seeking unique and engaging experiences. Many of these services are free, others have a small fee.

Services include a food pantry, senior food delivery, and financial assistance.

Provides immediate, 24/7 support for individuals facing mental health or substance use crises. Our compassionate team offers a safe space for stabilization, guidance, and connection to long-term care.

Aims to protect the health of residents and visitors through services provided.

Our signature year-round programs feed and shelter individuals and families who are homeless, connect them to case management and other services that can address the underlying cause of their homelessness.

Ernestine’s Daughter promotes trauma-informed, harm-reduction, and holistic care. The organization seeks to disrupt the cycle of abuse and exploitation by offering tangible support: food, clothing, hygiene, substance abuse treatment, yoga, meditation, and most importantly, trust and human connection.

Serves neighbors who live, work or attend school in DuPage County.

A nonprofit organization empowering children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities across Chicagoland through person-centered education, therapy, residential, and employment programs.

Our mission is to empower those experiencing moments of critical need by providing basic essentials and life-skill training.

Serves the elderly, children and their families living in DuPage and Kane Counties, IL with meals and other essentials. Our programs are designed to meet the basic needs of those struggling in poverty and to support their emotional wellbeing.

Sometimes customers face circumstances that stretch their financial resources. Illinois American Water is here to assist. Our customer service representatives will work with you on a plan to pay the balance of your bill over time. You may also be qualified to receive assistance through our H2O Help to Others Program™.

A not-for-profit corporation of 31 community-based sexual assault crisis centers working together to end sexual violence. Each center provides 24-hour crisis intervention services, counseling and advocacy for victims of sexual assault and their significant others.

Provides emergency rental assistance to tenants and housing providers/ landlords across Illinois who have pending cases in eviction court. Eligible applicants may qualify for up to $10,000 that can be applied to past due rent, up to $700 for court costs, and up to two months’ future rent to prevent housing displacement.

Promotes the safety and well-being of children, youth, and families by responding to reports of potential abuse and neglect and, when needed, providing family-centered care and connection to resources.

Helps Illinois residents by connecting them with many programs and services.

As an expression of our gratitude for their service to our country, we are committed to empowering veterans and their families to thrive in Illinois. Every encounter we have with them is met with dignity and respect, as we understand the challenges of military service and the lifelong impact it has on their lives.

Serves and advocates for older Illinoisans and their caregivers by administering quality and culturally appropriate programs that promote partnerships and encourage independence, dignity, and quality of life.

Helps low income residents and households conserve fuel and reduce energy costs by making their homes and apartments more energy efficient. IHWAP also provides many health and safety upgrades ensuring safe and healthy homes.

Promotes and enhances end-of-life care in the state of Illinois, through education, advocacy, technical and supportive services. Our mission is to expand access to exceptional palliative care and hospice for patients and families coping with serious illness all the way through to the end-of-life experience.

Provides food and support to over 10,000 people a week.

Empowers DuPage County’s most vulnerable children and families. Whether through early childhood education, parent education, therapy and mental health services, or services for older adults and caregivers, we equip individuals and families to learn, to earn, to heal and to thrive.

Offers a reliable, professional alternative to an ER visit or a provider’s appointment in a convenient walk-in clinic for your
non-emergency illness or injury. Midwest Express Clinic offers accessible healthcare for all, whether insured or not. Thus, we provide affordable self-pay rates for all services.

Provides housing, supportive services, and community outreach to help homeless and at-risk veterans and their families achieve self-sufficiency.

Empowering Latinas through service and advocacy.

Improving the quality of life of individuals with mental illnesses and their families. Offers free and low-cost programs and services.

One-time annual grants are given, with no requirement to be paid back, to qualified residential customers who meet the required income guidelines.

At NEDFYS, we’re committed to increasing mental health awareness and providing accessible, high-quality counseling and crisis intervention services. We empower youth, strengthen and uplift families, and build stronger, more resilient communities—ensuring that everyone has the support they need to thrive.

Devoted to improving the quality of life for people with disabilities through individualized employment services.

Exists to respond to basic human needs, promote dignity and justice, and create a future of hope and opportunity for the residents of DuPage County, Illinois.

Pillars Community Health has both formal and informal partnerships with community groups, social service agencies, hospitals, law enforcement, and schools within all of the communities we serve. If we cannot provide a requested service, we will refer you to another organization for help.

RAINN is committed to supporting survivors of sexual violence, cultivating communities of anti-sexual violence activism, and promoting policies that deliver justice and hold perpetrators accountable.

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From therapeutic horsemanship to life skills training, our programs are designed to meet the unique needs of each person we support. Discover the variety of ways we make a difference, enhancing the lives of those we serve and enriching our community.

SEASPAR (the South East Association for Special Parks And Recreation) is a special recreation association that enriches lives through recreation.

Serves hundreds of people each year in our extended residential, outpatient, intensive outpatient, DUI services, special adolescent programs, and recovery home programs. These programs also provide a holistic approach that focuses on integrating individuals back into their surroundings as self-sufficient, productive members of their communities while improving the quality of life for their families.

Works closely with referring partner organizations such as domestic violence shelters, housing organizations, food pantries, schools, veteran, and teen parent organizations who refer their clients (our guests) to SC after they have determined the need for beds, cribs, furniture and other household items.

Felicia Acosta, a licensed clinical social worker who works with the Woodridge Police Department and with Northeast DuPage Family & Youth Services. She can answer questions and connect you with local resources and referrals for mental health, government programs and benefits, stress and conflict management, community programs, financial assistance, or simply provide a listening ear. 

Felicia Acosta, LSW, LCSW
Phone (Office): (630) 719-4726
Phone (Cell): (630) 507-9533
Email: facosta@woodridgeil.gov

Provides individuals with physical and/or cognitive challenges throughout Chicago and the suburbs with the freedom to enjoy safe, reliable, comfortable, and courteous service at an affordable cost.

Our mission is to raise awareness of human trafficking through education and community outreach. We accomplish this by equipping professionals and community members to better identify human trafficking in their everyday lives and provide resources to assist victims, survivors, and those who are at risk.

Works to end hunger and obesity through the administration of 16 federal nutrition assistance programs including WIC, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and school meals.

Creates strong, sustainable, inclusive communities and quality affordable homes for all; HUD's main goals are to ensure access to decent housing, fight housing discrimination, and promote economic development in communities.

At West Suburban Community Pantry everyone is welcome. We work to eliminate barriers in order to increase food and nutrition security and we serve as a bridge to vital resources to help our community thrive.

Connect job seekers with the resources, job search strategies, and job skills needed for employment in high-demand areas of our local economy.

Provides individuals and families with the support and tools they need to heal from trauma, obtain skills and credentials, access resources and opportunities, and build stronger communities.