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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.

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

Target Area provides the tools needed to start and grow an independent business through entrepreneurship training programs.

The Torch Club is a chartered, small-group leadership and service club for boys and girls ages 11 to 18. The Club staff meet the special character development needs of younger adolescents at a critical stage in their lives.

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.

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

City Colleges of Chicago (CCC) operates its Child Development Schools at five of its campuses. They offer services for children between 2 and 5 years old as a Chicago Early Learning community partner with the Chicago Department of Family Support Services and Chicago Public Schools. They welcome and provide services to children with special needs. In addition, they receive subsidized funding from Head Start, Preschool for All, and IL Child Care Assistance Program for families that qualify, and they have a sliding tuition scale which makes it affordable for all families. Please contact the college directly to find out the specific age, hours of operation, and funding source qualifications.

Cook County Southland Juvenile Justice Council provides a safe, place and opportunity for community members to address harmful behavior in a process that explores harms and needs, obligations, and necessary engagement. All parties, including the responsible parties, the impacted parties, the affected parties, and family and friends, come together to discuss their issues. CCSJJC facilitates the Circles and helps toward resolution to the satisfaction of all parties.

National Immigrant Justice Center's (NIJC) Immigration Court Helpdesk Hotline provides free legal information to unrepresented individuals at the Chicago Immigration Court. The NIJC Immigration Court Helpdesk does not provide legal advice or representation.

UI Health - Child and Youth Center facilitates the coordination of medical services on behalf of pediatric patients.

Legacy Healthcare has specially designed Memory Care units that offer a holistic approach to quality care and services for those with Alzheimer's and Dementia. They treat each individual and recognize their physical, mental, and social capacities and/or limitations.

Administer Justice provides a wide range of services to meet both the immediate and future needs of low-income individuals facing civil legal matters once monthly at a participating community justice center. They help with cases involving: divorce/custody, landlord/tenant, debt/collections, estate planning, immigration and criminal records.

Ascension Illinois provides care for mental health and behavioral disorders.

Cornerstone Counseling Center of Chicago provides a Client Access Program designed to serve clients at all income levels and ensure they receive the best level of care. Therapeutic services will be provided by master's and doctoral-level therapists, who are supervised by a licensed clinician with a commitment to care for the client and therapy services.

Christ Cathedral Baptist Church 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.

KinderCare provides various social and educational programs for children aged 6 weeks through 12 years old across its many locations.

Ada S. McKinley Community Services, Inc. helps people live more independently by obtaining paid employment through the Employment Services program. They offer job coaching services to help the people they serve meet their employment goals and work with businesses throughout the community to place people in jobs in their fields of choice to create economic independence.

The Encompassing Center provides one-on-one counseling between a therapist and a client to address an individual's mental health concerns.

Heartland Human Care Services' Supportive Permanent Housing Program is a community housing program for eighteen individuals who are homeless and who suffer from a serious mental illness who may have a co-occurring substance use disorder. Supportive services are designed to enhance activities of daily living and problem-solving skills, promote independence and dignity, improve satisfaction, and ensure success in community living.

Whether it's a need for chronic disease management, sick care, work or annual physical exams, diagnostic tests, or help understanding health benefits, Greater Family Health provides routine medical care related to family medicine, geriatric care, internal medicine, and pediatrics.

The Commission investigates, mediates and, if warranted, adjudicates violations of the Cook County Human Rights Ordinance that protects all people in the County from discrimination and harassment in employment, public accommodations, housing, credit transactions, and County facilities, programs and services.

Chicago Public Library - Hall Branch assists individuals with finding job openings or placement with an employer. Employment and career development events focus on job readiness, job skills, and resume help.

Chicago Public Library maintains computers with internet access for use by community members. Printing and scanning services are also available.

Northeastern Illinois University (NEIU), in partnership with Chicago State University (CSU), Advancing Broadband Equity through Learning Intermediaries Neighborhoods in Chicago (ABE-LINC) program offers Digital Skills training and Device Distribution to adults who live in targeted neighborhoods within a 15-mile radius of CSU. Language support available in Spanish and English. ABE-LINC staff trains and provides guidance around, 4 key skills to foster household broadband adoption: Basic digital skills and literacy (e.g., introduction to devices, broadband technologies, and popular applications) Digital conduct (e.g., online safety, privacy management, responsible social media practices)Digital navigation, online resources and tools (e.g., education/training, employment search, healthcare, etc.)Device distribution and Internet equipment (e.g., introduction to service plans, government, community resources, and enrollment support)

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI) has 3 Mental Health Group Homes on the northwest side of Chicago. These homes are a stepping stone for individuals with a mental health diagnosis who have a goal of living independently.Group homes are designed to give residents the opportunity to learn and practice independent living skills while living in a supportive environment. The homes are staffed 24/7. Residents have their own bedroom but share a bathroom and eat meals together. They participate in structured weekly therapeutic groups, skill-building and social activities, and also perform household chores. Residents are encouraged to work and attend school or day programs.