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Community Health Centers are clinics that provide comprehensive primary and preventive care to everyone, regardless of a person's ability to pay. Services offered include prenatal care, pediatric care, help to manage chronic diseases (high blood pressure, diabetes, asthma, and behavioral healthcare, etc.). Community Health Centers provide care for underserved populations, including LGBTQ, people who are homeless, and undocumented individuals and families. They accept some insurance plans, Medicaid-managed care plans, and sliding-scale self-pay.

Esperanza Health Centers operate a number of Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) that provide primary health care services to underserved communities. Patients receive care regardless of their ability to pay. Specialized services are offered for adults, teens, and pediatrics.

In partnership with the BGCC Woman's Board, there are several opportunities to attend field trips to some of Chicago's most notable institutions. From the Field Museum to the Art Institute to Chicago's beaches, youth explore what the city offers.

Northwest Center provides assistance with applying to CEDA's various utility bill payment and energy services programs. This includes the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program(LIHEAP), Peoples Gas Share the Warmth (Chicago residents only), City of Chicago Utility Billing Relief (UBR) (Chicago residents only), Home Weatherization, and Energy Saving Kits.On November 1, all income eligible households may apply. The LIHEAP DVP Program will be resuming October 1st to October 31st for the following households and populations:Households with an older adult, age 60 and over;Households with a person living with a disability;Families with children aged 5 and under;Households who are disconnected from one or more of their utilities or in jeopardy of being disconnected from one or both utilities.

Aunt Martha's Health and Wellness operates several Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) that offer obstetrical and gynecological services for anyone who needs them, regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation. Specific offerings include: Pregnancy Testing and DiagnosisPrenatal CarePost-Partum CareDoula ServicesBreast/Chest Feeding SupportFamily PlanningPregnancy TestingBirth Control CounselingAll-options pregnancy counselingSTI Screening and managementBreast/chest and cervical cancer screeningsInfertility testing and counseling

Some Chicago Park District locations have at least one air-conditioned room available for public use during periods of extreme heat.

DIY STEM is a hands-on, activity-based STEM curriculum, which connects youth to science themes they encounter regularly.

Willow Creek Care Center offers counsel and referrals from trusted attorneys for your legal issues.

This food pantry is operated in partnership with the Greater Chicago Food Depository.

Chicago Public Library offers Maker Labs at select branch locations. Maker Labs provide a free and public maker space that features introductory workshops and open shop times for personal projects and collaboration. Depending on the project, patrons may supply their own materials or purchase them with their library card.

Solutions for Care provides assistance with applying to CEDA's various utility bill payment and energy services programs. This includes the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), Home Weatherization, and Energy Saving Kits.On November 1, all income eligible households may apply. The LIHEAP DVP Program will be resuming October 1st to October 31st for the following households and populations:Households with an older adult, age 60 and over;Households with a person living with a disability;Families with children aged 5 and under;Households who are disconnected from one or more of their utilities or in jeopardy of being disconnected from one or both utilities.

365 We Thrive offers:Referrals for housing, food, and supportive services Reentry-aligned resource navigation Partner-based coordination for stabilization and restorative support

The Howard & Evanston Community Center offers free diapers via their food pantry to families of need in specific zip codes.

The Resurrection Project provides work permit (Employment Authorization Document or EADs) application assistance for newly arrived immigrants. This includes help with legal screenings, transportation to legal clinic location, and bilingual staffing.

Mujeres Latinas en Acción mobilizes community members to become civically engaged around issues of economic justice, immigrant justice, gender-based violence, and women's health.

Chicago Public Library provides internet hot spots for checkout at select branch locations. Chromebooks are available to be lended out as well.

Evanston Public Library offers a variety of programming for older adults such as information sessions regarding Medicare, group fitness activities, memory care, and technology training.

Sinai Chicago provides life-saving Emergency Medicine services.

Planned Parenthood of Illinois can talk with clients about any sexual or reproductive problem and help them get the care they need.

Oak Street Health provides primary care catering to seniors on Medicare. Primary care services include wellness and preventive care, treatment of chronic conditions (asthma, diabetes, etc.), immunizations, and laboratory and testing services.

The Safer Foundation offers immediate and long-term employment placement, along with career-building services, through highly skilled job training for individuals impacted by the justice system.

Port Ministries Free Health Clinic provides primary and urgent care to the under and uninsured residents of Chicago's south side neighborhoods. The clinic is staffed by volunteer medical staff and practitioners. Services include chronic disease management, mental health, urgent care, minor laboratory testing, pharmaceutical administration, physicals, and referrals.

St Josephine Bakhita Catholic Church provides supplies necessary to manage general health and/or specific diseases/conditions, such as hospital beds. They accept donations for the supplies.

Chicago Park District provides a wide variety of aquatics-related programming, including swimming lessons, exercise classes, open and lap swim time, and more. Visit the website to learn more about current offerings.

Brightpoint's Child & Family Center provides community-based programming for families with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers that is designed to enhance the development of very young children and promote healthy family functioning.?Services cover early education and childhood development; medical, dental and mental health; nutrition; and parent education.