Community Service Centers - City of Chicago - DFSS - South Chicago Community Service Center
8650 South Commercial Avenue, Chicago, IL 60617
Eligibility
This service is for city of Chicago residents only.
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
All Community Service Centers operate 9:00am to 5:00pm Monday through Friday.
Languages
Spanish, Ukrainian, Croatian, Polish, English, Russian
Application process
Walk-ins accepted.
Fees
Free
Service area
Chicago, IL
The Department of Family and Support Services (DFSS) provides city of Chicago residents with case management and public benefits enrollment through its six Community Services Centers. DFSS also funds private agencies to provide a range of support services including employment training and placement, education, substance abuse treatment referrals, mental health care, domestic violence assistance and more. Other services include provision of clothing and referrals to local food pantries, assistance with Regional Transportation Authority Ride Free Program, and assistance accessing 311's shelter intake system.
Date of Last Formal Update
05/09/2025
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.