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Workforce Development and Returning Residents - City of Chicago - DFSS - Main Office

1615 West Chicago Avenue, 5th Floor, Chicago, IL 60622

Eligibility
Restricted to Chicago residents who are formerly incarcerated.
Hours
Mon 9:00am - 5:00pm Tue 9:00am - 5:00pm Wed 9:00am - 5:00pm Thu 9:00am - 5:00pm Fri 9:00am - 5:00pm
Languages
Spanish, English
Application process
To speak with a counselor, or to schedule an appointment at one of their Community Re-Entry Support Centers, please contact 311 or the closest center directly.Howard Area Community Center; (773) 332-6772Community Assistance Programs; (773) 846-6383The Westside Justice Center, Inc.; (888) 251-4474Teamwork Englewood; (773) 488-6607
Fees
Free
Service area
Chicago, IL
City of Chicago Department Of Family And Support Services offers Community Re-Entry Support Centers which offer emergency housing, assistance with employment and strategies for presenting a criminal record to future employers, substance use and mental health counseling, information on sealing or expungement of criminal records, family reunification and child support assistance, mentoring including support groups, education, and training.
Date of Last Formal Update
05/12/2025
Data provided by
211 Metro Chicago
Providing organization
City of Chicago Department Of Family And Support Services
City of Chicago Department Of Family And Support Services (DFSS) works with community partners to connect Chicago residents and families to resources that build stability, support their well-being, and empower them to thrive.