Organization/Web Site Links
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A Safe Place the sole provider of services exclusively addressing domestic violence in Lake County, Illinois
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| Boys and Girls Club of Lake County provides after school and summer programming for children. Virtual club option during COVID-19 |
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Boys Scouts of America provides character building programs for children. Virtual scouting activities during COVID-19
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Catholic Charities of Lake County has a broad array of services. COVID-19 service and response are available
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offers a wide range of services for children, from foster care to early childhood education throughout the Chicagoland area. Temporarily closed during COVID-19
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College of Lake County- the county's community college also offers free adult educational classes. Buildings are closed during COVID-19
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COOL offers food pantry, family housing and veterans assistance
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Habitat for Humanity helps families build and improve places to call home
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| Job Center of Lake County connects employers and workforce and provides resources for those seeking employment. Closed during COVID-19 but working remotely. You may Email your request to [email protected] or call 847-377-3450 |
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IL Department of Employment Security- administers state unemployment benefits, runs the employment service and Illinois Job Bank, and publishes labor market information. Emergency rules are in place to assist more families during COVID-19
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IL Department of Human Services- provides a variety of assistance including SNAP benefits and Medical Card.
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Lake County Affordable Housing Commission provides grant funds and forgivable loans to qualifying Lake County residences.
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Lake County Health Department and Community Center provides a variety of health services including immunizations, doctor appointments, addiction rehab, dental and mental health services.
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Lake Behavioral Health offers inpatient and outpatient mental health services for patients 12 and older. They are open during COVID-19 but are not accepting visitors.
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HACES programs are: Legalization, Immigrant Family Resource, Health Plans Enrollment and Navigation, Citizenship and naturalization, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, School Parent Mentors, and Bilingual GED preparation. .
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Mano a Mano Family Resource Center mission is to empower immigrant families in Lake County, IL to become full participants in American life. This includes a variety of programs
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NICASA provides behavioral health and substance abuse assistance. They remain open during COVID-19 and have included virtual resources during this time
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Prairie State Legal Services offers free legal services for low income persons and those age 60 and over. During COVID-19 you may call the main office number at 847-662-6925 to speak to a telephone counseling attorney Monday through Thursday from 9 am to 1 pm and special telephone access for victims of domestic violence on Wednesday evenings between 6 pm and 8 pm.
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PADS of Lake County is a homeless shelter. During COVID-19 shelters are closed but access to individual accommodations is available after being assessed at the Waukegan location during the hours fo 8-4, Monday- Friday. You may also call 847-689-4357
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Salvation Army offers a variety of services including assistance with utility bill payments, safe shelter, and food security. During COVID-19 food pantries are closed but are providing meals in to-go boxes. An Emotional and Spiritual Support Hotline has also been created and is available from 8-4 by calling 877-740-8829. You may also leave a message
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Roberti Community House has over 20 different programs including a culinary pathway. During COVID-19 their efforts have shifted to focus on food recover, prepartions and distribution
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UMMA Centers provides free GED and computer training as well as ESL and Spanish classes. During COVID-19 food pantry remains open Monday and Wednesday 10-3. GED students are allowed to work form home but all other classes are postponed. You may call 847-336-6136 or email [email protected]
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Waukegan Public Library beyond books and other media the library provides a variety of services and classes. During COVID-19 you are able to apply for a free library card online to access all their online resources.
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YWCA of Lake County provides services to empower women and eliminate racism including Childcare Assistance Program. During COVID-19 they will be closed ot the public but staff is available remotely.
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