Here are resources available in **Illinois** for homelessness assistance: --- ### **1. Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS)** - **Phone**: **1-800-843-6154** (General Inquiries) - **Homeless Hotline**: **1-833-234-6343** - **Website**: [IDHS Homeless Services](https://www.dhs.state.il.us/) - **Services**: - Emergency shelter assistance. - Transitional and supportive housing programs. - Homeless prevention resources, including rent and utility assistance. --- ### **2. Chicago Homelessness Prevention Call Center (311)** - **Phone**: Dial **311** (or **312-744-5000** outside Chicago). - **Website**: [City of Chicago Homelessness Services](https://www.chicago.gov/) - **Services**: - Emergency shelter placement. - Connections to long-term housing solutions. - Assistance for individuals and families at risk of homelessness. --- ### **3. Housing Action Illinois** - **Phone**: **312-939-6074** - **Website**: [Housing Action Illinois](https://housingactionil.org/) - **Services**: - Advocacy for affordable housing and homelessness prevention. - Resources and training for housing providers. - Referral programs for immediate housing needs. --- ### **4. Continuum of Care (CoC) Programs in Illinois** - **Website**: [HUD CoC Illinois Directory](https://www.hud.gov/states/illinois/homeless/coccontacts) - **Services**: - Regional programs to address homelessness, including permanent housing and supportive services. - Partnerships with shelters, outreach teams, and housing providers. - Contact local CoC offices for assistance tailored to your area. --- ### **5. Cornerstone Community Outreach (CCO)** - **Phone**: **773-271-8163** - **Website**: [CCO Chicago](https://www.ccolife.org/) - **Location**: Chicago, Illinois - **Services**: - Emergency shelters for individuals, families, and children. - Transitional housing and permanent housing referrals. - Food assistance and employment support programs. --- ### **6. DuPagePads** - **Phone**: **1-630-682-3846** - **Website**: [DuPagePads](https://dupagepads.org/) - **Location**: DuPage County, Illinois - **Services**: - Emergency and interim housing. - Case management for employment and mental health services. - Advocacy and resources for individuals experiencing homelessness. --- ### **7. Illinois Homeless Youth Services** - **Phone**: **1-877-870-2663** (Youth Crisis Hotline) - **Website**: [Illinois Homeless Youth Services](https://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=38909) - **Services**: - Assistance for homeless and at-risk youth aged 14-24. - Shelter, counseling, and employment services. - Family reunification programs when possible. --- ### **8. Salvation Army Illinois** - **Website**: [Salvation Army Illinois](https://www.salvationarmyusa.org/) - **Services**: - Homeless shelters and transitional housing. - Rental assistance to prevent evictions. - Food pantries and clothing assistance for those in need. --- ### **9. The Night Ministry** - **Phone**: **1-773-784-9000** - **Website**: [The Night Ministry](https://www.thenightministry.org/) - **Location**: Chicago, Illinois - **Services**: - Health and housing assistance for individuals experiencing homelessness. - Street outreach and mobile health services. - Transitional living programs for youth. --- ### **10. Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago** - **Phone**: **1-312-655-7700** - **Website**: [Catholic Charities Chicago](https://www.catholiccharities.net/) - **Services**: - Emergency shelter and food programs. - Homelessness prevention services. - Supportive housing for families and individuals. --- These resources can help connect individuals and families in Illinois to shelter, supportive housing, and prevention services. For immediate assistance, consider calling **1-833-234-6343** or **311** for guidance and support.