Welcoming Center - Lutheran Social Services of Illinois - Welcoming Center
5215 North California Avenue, Suite F101, Chicago, IL 60625
Eligibility
Adults (18+); Anyone having a mental health crisis; Need immediate behavioral health care; Are unable to access psychiatric services in a timely manner; Have been discharged from the hospital and need follow-up for behavioral health treatment
Hours
Mon 8:00am - 7:00pm
Tue 8:00am - 7:00pm
Wed 8:00am - 7:00pm
Thu 8:00am - 7:00pm
Fri 8:00am - 7:00pm
Websitelssi.org
Interpretation services
English; Spanish
Application process
Call (773) 561-5809 if you are experiencing a mental health crisis or in need of immediate behavioral health care. Potential clients can call the Welcoming Center directly to set up intake appointment or walk-in.
Fees
Medicaid; Medicare; Managed Care; Private Insurance
Service area
IL
The Welcoming Center is a mental health clinic for adults (18+) that offers counseling, case management, and psychiatric appointments. The Center is staffed with a team of nurses, social workers/counselors, peer specialists, and advanced practice nurses.
Date of Last Formal Update
01/30/2026
Data provided by
211 Metro Chicago
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Providing organization
Lutheran Social Services of Illinois
Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI) is one of the largest statewide social service providers. LSSI serves over 42,000 people annually, providing critical programs for Illinois residents each year, including foster care, mental health services, alcohol and drug treatment, affordable senior housing, residential programs for people with developmental disabilities, home care for seniors, and services that help families who have been impacted by the criminal justice system.