Program of Illinois Department of Human Services that assists individuals and families in crisis by providing direct assistance when able and by helping clients navigate local social services.Offers a food pantry and clothing pantry. Provides referrals to appropriate services when needing emergency housing, transportation, help with medical bills,...
Improves the lives of families at risk for long-term welfare dependency or family instability. Only criterion for a family to receive services is that the family must be receiving FIP assistance.
Connects youth and families with resources and support. Navigators have the ability to “fill gaps”, either through helping agencies partner around a common goal, or through flexible funding for needs such as rent, utilities, transportation, and more. Community Response is designed to reduce unnecessary involvement of child welfare and juvenile just...
Housing stability to those at risk of homelessness and the most vulnerable in the community. In addition to assisting with rent and utility needs, case managers assist individuals and families in creating a budget, securing, improving, or maintaining employment, and applying for benefits.The program allows individuals and families to achieve and ma...
Connects youth and families with resources and support. Navigators have the ability to “fill gaps”, either through helping agencies partner around a common goal, or through flexible funding for needs such as rent, utilities, transportation, and more. Community Response is designed to reduce unnecessary involvement of child welfare and juvenile jus...
Connects youth and families with resources and support. Navigators have the ability to “fill gaps”, either through helping agencies partner around a common goal, or through flexible funding for needs such as rent, utilities, transportation, and more. Community Response is designed to reduce unnecessary involvement of child welfare and juvenile just...
Connects youth and families with resources and support. Navigators have the ability to “fill gaps”, either through helping agencies partner around a common goal, or through flexible funding for needs such as rent, utilities, transportation, and more. Community Response is designed to reduce unnecessary involvement of child welfare and juvenile jus...
Connects youth and families with resources and support. Navigators have the ability to “fill gaps”, either through helping agencies partner around a common goal, or through flexible funding for needs such as rent, utilities, transportation, and more. Community Response is designed to reduce unnecessary involvement of child welfare and juvenile jus...
Connects youth and families with resources and support. Navigators have the ability to “fill gaps”, either through helping agencies partner around a common goal, or through flexible funding for needs such as rent, utilities, transportation, and more. Community Response is designed to reduce unnecessary involvement of child welfare and juvenile jus...
Connects youth and families with resources and support. Navigators have the ability to “fill gaps”, either through helping agencies partner around a common goal, or through flexible funding for needs such as rent, utilities, transportation, and more. Community Response is designed to reduce unnecessary involvement of child welfare and juvenile jus...
Connects youth and families with resources and support. Navigators have the ability to “fill gaps”, either through helping agencies partner around a common goal, or through flexible funding for needs such as rent, utilities, transportation, and more. Community Response is designed to reduce unnecessary involvement of child welfare and juvenile jus...
Connects youth and families with resources and support. Navigators have the ability to “fill gaps”, either through helping agencies partner around a common goal, or through flexible funding for needs such as rent, utilities, transportation, and more. Limited funding sometimes available for vehicle repair, minor home repairs and dental work. Commun...
Connects youth and families with resources and support. Navigators have the ability to “fill gaps”, either through helping agencies partner around a common goal, or through flexible funding for needs such as rent, utilities, transportation, and more. Community Response is designed to reduce unnecessary involvement of child welfare and juvenile jus...
Connects youth and families with resources and support. Navigators have the ability to “fill gaps”, either through helping agencies partner around a common goal, or through flexible funding for needs such as rent, utilities, transportation, and more. Community Response is designed to reduce unnecessary involvement of child welfare and juvenile jus...
Provides rental assistance to qualified low-income and moderate-income individuals and families with funding provided by HUD. The three assistance programs, created by HUD, are:SECTION 8 HOUSING VOUCHER PROGRAM is a program which provides rental assistance for participants who want to rent from a private landlord. Eligibility for the programs is de...
***Free Eye Clinic available on November 1 and 2, 2022, both days hours are 9 am-5 pm. Located at Oakridge's Community Center. For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact Oakridge Neighborhood at 515-244-7702.The Oakridge Family & Workforce Program plays an integral part in providing equitable access and opportunities for economic s...
Helps individuals in a one on one setting, by assisting them to develop and achieve their life goals. Offers participants social-emotional support and acts as a bridge in making connections to immediate needs, as well as developing life-changing skills. The program has 3 phases, each phase lasting 60 days. The participant will meet one on one with ...
Resource and referral agency that fosters economic and emotional stability for heads of households. Meet with staff to discuss:--Constant money shortages--Better job with better hours--Preparing a resume and practicing for a job interview--Community resources for which clients may be eligible--Enrolling in school to increase earning power--Applying...
FaDSS is a Family Development and Self Sufficiency program. The mission is to improve the lives of families at risk of long-term welfare dependency or instability by creating opportunities for self-sufficiency.
Family Development and Self Sufficiency Program (FaDSS) partners with families who receive FIP to provide them with the support they need to gain independence from public assistance. The program is voluntary and does not affect FIP benefits. It is focused on families success and growth. Contact your local outreach center for more information.
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