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Housing Advocacy | Spanish Community Center

309 North Eastern Avenue, Joliet, IL 60432

Eligibility
Clients must be referred by DCFS to participate in this program
Required documents
Varies by service
(815) 727-3683
Voice·

Main Phone

Application process
Contact DCFS for information
Fees
None
Service area
Will County, IL

Helps families secure safe and affordable housing to prevent the placement of children in care or support their return home.

Provides a dedicated caseworker who assists with referrals to emergency or domestic violence shelters, apartment searches, transportation to view units or meet landlords, and preparation for housing interviews.

Caseworkers also help families apply for income assistance, access community resources for basic needs, obtain subsidized housing such as Section 8, and offer follow-up services to prevent future housing instability.

Date of Last Formal Update
11/11/2025
Data provided by
United Way of the Midlands
Providing organization
Spanish Community Center

Community hub dedicated to improving the quality of life for Latinos, immigrants, and low-income families through comprehensive educational and social services.