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Social Security Administration (SSA) Survivors Benefits are paid to widows, widowers, and dependents of eligible workers. This benefit is particularly important for young families with children.

Chicago Public Library acts as a warming center free to the public during periods of extreme cold.

ACCESS Community Health Network (ACHN) operates a number of Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) that provide testing and vaccination against the COVID-19 virus.

St. Philip Neri Catholic School offers before and after school extended care programs. Call for further information.

Niles Township General Assistance offers financial assistance to eligible Niles Township residents who currently have no income due to lack of employment or are awaiting a decision on their Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) claim. Eligible individuals can receive up to $700 a month toward rent or utilities paid directly to the vendor on behalf of the client. You must be 18 years or older and be actively seeking employment or social security benefits to qualify.

Association House of Chicago offers life-changing education, counseling, and support to persons experiencing alcohol and substance use problems and their families.

Spanish Coalition for Housing 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.

Onward House meets the need of immigrants with Latino-led, family-based immigration and citizenship services. Onward House hosts informational workshops to offer legal guidance related to immigration. Workshops were designed for immigrant families to receive up-to-date guidance on topics such as: immigration processes, how and where to find immigration forms, and how to track applications, among other topics.

Oakton College offers a wide range of intellectually engaging college courses for older adults.

ACCESS Community Health Network (ACHN) operates a number of Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) that offer several specialized maternal health and wellness programs to help support mothers-to-be and improve birth outcomes for their babies, including breastfeeding support.

YWCA Evanston North Shore provides a thrift shop.

Arab-American Family Services (AAFS) provides one-on-one counseling between a therapist and a client to address an individual's mental health concerns. They also provide sexual assault counseling.

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

ATI Physical Therapy provides physical therapy services to promote mobility and function needed for daily life.

Greater Family Health has a team of Health Benefits Specialists who are ready to help you apply for health benefits coverage year-round. They can help you determine which type of plan, in the Marketplace (Affordable Care Act/ObamaCare) or through Medicaid, you may qualify for.

Erie Family Health Centers operates a number of Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), also known as Community Clinics (CHCs), that provide a full range of primary medical care regardless of ability to pay or immigration status.

Ivy Garden Learning Center provides structured programming for children during the summer months.

RUSH Physical Therapy's certified hand therapists (CHT) provide comprehensive treatment for hand, wrist, arm, elbow, and shoulder injuries or conditions.

Treatment Alternatives For Safe Communities (TASC) - TASC Administrative Offices (TASC Area 1) provides screenings and assessments to determine what type of services are suitable based on the person's clinical needs, strengths, and issues that may affect treatment and recovery. Variables such as substance use severity, co-occurring mental health issues, justice system status, transportation accessibility, and client choice are all part of determining how to best guide clients as they begin to make significant changes in their lives. If the person is not eligible for services at TASC, referrals to other services are given.

RUSH Physical Therapy's team of experts, including physical, occupational and speech therapists, work with patients to develop an individualized cancer rehabilitation program to help optimize function and independence during and after cancer treatment.

Chicago Women in Trades' (CWIT) Women in Welding Program prepares women for entry-level welding jobs in the manufacturing sector with a curriculum consisting of courses in welding, leading to MIG welding American Welding Society certification, basic metalworking and blueprint reading, OSHA 10 certification, forklift driving certification, and workplace readiness and job search assistance. The 12-week Technical Opportunities Program (TOP) focuses on math, test preparation, physical conditioning, basic construction skills, job readiness, and provides hands-on experience.

DaVita Kidney Care offers dialysis treatment centers.

Chicago Park District offers a 6-week long summer day camp where youth can engage in sports, arts, fitness, and outdoor activities. Ideas of civic engagement, environmental awareness, inclusion, collaboration & team building, brain play, reflection & journaling, and friendship & kindness are woven into the camp experience. Lunch and snacks will be provided. Online registration begins April 15 & 16. Camp runs June 24 - August 2.

The Adult Protective Services Program is locally coordinated through 38 provider agencies designated by the Regional Area Agency on Aging and the Illinois Department on Aging. Case workers from the Adult Protective Services Provider Agencies conduct investigations and work with adults age 60 or older and adults age 18-59 with disabilities in resolving the abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation situation.

The Chicago Department of Family & Support Services (DFSS) and Alliance Rehab, Inc. have created an award winning fitness program that is not only fun, affordable and accessible, but one that concentrates on the key components to a healthy and independent lifestyle:endurance, strength, balance and flexibility.