DFSS’ six Community Service Centers are open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. City residents who need assistance can drop in or schedule an appointment in advance.

Each agency delivers locally-designed programs and services based on the needs of its community. If a particular service is not directly provided by your local Community Action Agency, you will be referred …

Chicago has always been a city of neighborhoods. We have 77 distinct communities that represent a diverse array of cultures, people, and experiences. You can visit an authentic taqueria in Pilsen, sip a …

Comprehensive Community-Based Youth Services - provides crisis assistance to youth, 11 to 17 years of age, who have run away from home or have been kicked out of their homes.

Call 3-1-1 or call your city or village office for municipal or local government services if 3-1-1 is not available in your community. Call 9-8-8 for the suicide and crisis lifeline.

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Understanding a community entails having knowledge of community needs and resources, having respect for community members, and involving key community members in programs.

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