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Through our Tax Assistance Program, Ladder Up mobilizes trained volunteers to provide low-income taxpayers with free tax return preparation. We ensure our clients access various tax credits, including the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), thereby maximizing their tax benefits. Additionally, we assist those without a social security number by processing Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) applications.

SLAP'D (Surviving Life After A Parent Dies) exists as a social media site for teens 13 and older (or younger than 13 with adult supervision) who have lost a parent to find hope and connection through shared experiences and aims to ensure that no teen ever has to experience their grief alone.

The Claretian Associates has the U.N.I.T.Y Squad, a sub-program for the South Chicago Neighborhood Network (SCNN), which provides leadership and development skills for youth aged 14-17. U.N.I.T.Y stands for United Network Influencing the Transformation of Youth.

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

Lemont Park District provides a variety of recreational opportunities that meet the needs of a diverse community.

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

Homewatch Caregivers provides in-home care for seniors on a weekly, daily, or 24-hour basis, but their teams can also assist with individuals of any age, ability, or condition.

Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) administers the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program which provides temporary financial assistance for pregnant women and families with one or more dependent children. TANF provides financial assistance to help pay for food, shelter, utilities, and expenses other than medical.

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

CEDA's LIHEAP programs offer heat and electricity assistance through the DVP and PIPP Programs. DVP (Direct Vendor Payment) issues a one-time benefit applied directly to your utility accounts. Please note, PIPP is not an available option for new customers, only for existing PIPP-enrolled customers. Cash payments are also available to eligible renters who do not have heating bills because their energy costs are included in the rent. Additional benefits for those enrolled in LIHEAP include access to home weatherization services, energy saving kits, and broken ("red-tagged") or otherwise malfunctioning furnace/boiler replacement assistance.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.

Society of St Vincent DePaul assists people with their job resumes and finding employment.

Orland Township partners with local healthcare offices to provide residents with the opportunity to have free podiatry and hearing screenings.

Ivory Dental Specialists provides general dentistry services.

Youth Crossroads provides a variety of after-school programming for middle school students in the Berwyn/Cicero area.

Norridge Park District offers programs, special events, and services for senior members of the community. Offerings may include:PinochlePokerBoard GamesBlood Pressure & Blood Glucose Screenings

The WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) program provides food, education, referrals, and breastfeeding support for pregnant, breastfeeding, and post-partum women, infants, and children under age five. All caregivers are welcome to apply, including dads, moms, guardians, grandparents, and foster parents. WIC clinics are locations where individuals can apply and be certified for WIC benefits as well as receive their electronic transfer benefit (EBT) cards, as opposed to WIC grocery stores or WIC distribution centers where food is distributed.

Grand Prairie Services (GPS) Specialized ACT services are provided to consumers at greatest risk of rehospitalization. These comprehensive team-based services are provided to adults with serious persistent mental illness. They are consistent with an evidence-based practice model. ACT provides consumers with access to a highly qualified, multidisciplinary team of practitioners who provide most services in the community. Individuals served by these teams often require outreach to remain engaged in services.

Kiddie Academy facilitates Preschool for children aged 3.

Passport to Manhood teaches responsibility to boys ages 11 to 14 with sessions focusing on a specific aspect of character and manhood through highly interactive activities.

Alivio Medical Center's (Centro Médico Alivio) WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) program provides food, education, referrals, and breastfeeding support for pregnant, breastfeeding, and post-partum women, infants, and children under age five. All caregivers are welcome to apply, including dads, moms, guardians, grandparents, and foster parents. WIC clinics are locations where individuals can apply and be certified for WIC benefits as well as receive their electronic transfer benefit (EBT) cards, as opposed to WIC grocery stores or WIC distribution centers where food is distributed.

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.

NAMI Metro Suburban's NAMI Connection is a support group that offers free, peer-led support groups for any adults living with a mental illness. Participants will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who've been there.

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.

Thresholds' residential programs offer a variety of community-based options for persons with serious mental health and substance use conditions, including those exiting homelessness.

Thorek Memorial Hospital provides Echocardiogram, Vascular Imaging: Venous, Carotid Lower peripheral flow studies (Arterial Doppler Studies); Cardiac Stress Testing: Both Treadmill and drug induces studies; Halter monitoring, Electrocardiogram, and Pulmonary Function Studies.