Living in Evanston
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| Center for Economic Progress-Midwest Tax Clinic | |
| Address: | Center for Economic Progress, 29 E. Madison, Suite 910, Chicago, IL 60602 |
| Description: | CPAs for the Public Interest (CPAsPI) is collaborating with the Center for Economic Progress to recruit volunteer CPAs for the Tax Representative program. Tax Representatives provide pro-bono advice and legal representation to low-income individuals and families that face a controversy with the Internal Revenue Service. |
| Updated 11/10/2010 | |
| Connections | |
| Mailing Address: | 2121 Dewey Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201-3021 or 1458 Chicago Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201-3021 |
| Contact: | Paul Selden, Executive Director |
| E-mail: | info@cfthinc.org |
| Phone: | 847- 475-7070 Ext. 100 |
| Fax: | 847-864-6558 |
| Description: | Connections for the Homeless works to prevent homelessness and provides housing, employment and supportive services to move individuals and families out of homelessness into permanent housing and stable lives.
Offers financial literacy classes. Programs: EntryPoint - Street outreach and drop-in linking homeless people with shelter and supportive services, 800-439-6691. Access to locker storage, telephones, computers, showers, laundry and more. Basic healthcare, medical screening and checkups are provided by a part-time nurse and volunteer physicians. Hilda's Place - 1458 Chicago Ave, Evanston, IL 60201, 847-424-0945, ext. 11, Transitional shelter with supportive services for adult men and women. Housing Program - 2010 Dewey, Evanston, IL 60201, 847-475-7070, ext. 140, Transitional apartments for families with children. Permanent supportive housing for those with a physical disability or mental illness. |
| Notes: | Prevention Services - Security deposits, rent, mortgage and utility assistance can be provided when funds are available. The intake process begins by calling 847-475-7070 ext. 140.
Employment Program - Job-readiness program and counseling for those who need employment. Volunteer Opportunities |
| Updated 11/7/2012 | |
| Evanston Social Security Office | |
| Address: | 2116 Green Bay Rd., Evanston, IL 60201 |
| Phone: | 800-772-1213; 800-325-0778 |
| Parent Org.: | Social Security Online |
| Notes: | Open Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Except Federal Holidays (All offices now close at noon on Wednesdays. |
| Updated 5/13/2013 | |
| Evanston Township Emergency Assistance | |
| Address: | 1910 Main St., Evanston, IL 60202 |
| Phone: | 847-733-2175 |
| Description: | Emergency Assistance provides services in the form of referrals,
vouchers, and in-kind benefits for services related to housing, food, and utilities. |
| Notes: | Phone hours:8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. |
| Updated 3/2/2012 | |
| Evanston Township General Assistance | |
| Address: | 1910 Main St., Evanston, IL 60202 |
| E-mail: | mail@townofevanston.com |
| Phone: | 847-475-4481 |
| Fax: | 847-475-4572 |
| Description: | GED preparation classes coordinated through Oakton Community College; "Job Club" meets M, W and Fri from 9-11 am.; assists applicants with finding jobs, preparing for interviews, writing resumes and other employment-related issues. These services are available to job seekers during regular business hours: Mon-Fri., 8:30-4:30. Referrals to local agencies for substance abuse services and temporary financial assistance to eligible applicants. |
| Updated 6/25/2012 | |
| Illinois Department Human Services | |
| Address: | 8020 St. Louis Ave., Skokie, IL 60076 |
| Phone: | General: 847- 745-3200; TTY: 866-321-8261 |
| Fax: | Fax: 847 - 745-3276 |
| Description: | Provides medical assistance for children and adults, financial assistance for adults with children, and food stamps. |
| Notes: | Receives applications for Cash, SNAP, and Medical Assistance by fax, mail or in person. |
| Updated 3/16/2012 | |
| Ladder Up | |
| Mailing Address: | P.O. Box 061110, Chicago IL 60606-1110 |
| E-mail: | LIFT@goladderup.org (for financial aid), info@goladderup.org |
| Phone: | 312.409.1555 |
| Description: | Free tax preparation and college financial aid form (FAFSA) assistance for low income taxpayers and students, at locations throughout the Chicago area. |
| Updated 7/6/2012 | |
| Partners in Charity | |
| Mailing Address: | 613 West Main Street, West Dundee, IL 60118 |
| E-mail: | Info@partnersincharity.org |
| Phone: | 1-800-705-8350 |
| Fax: | 1-800-514-9848 |
| Description: | PIC is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping people become homeowners. PIC provides a down payment and closing costs assistance to qualified buyers with no repayment and no second mortgage or lien of any type. A portion of every transaction goes to a local charity. PIC also provides free homebuyer education courses online. PIC is a HUD approved housing counseling agency. |
| Updated 3/2/2012 | |
| Salvation Army, Evanston Corps | |
| Address: | 1403 Sherman Ave., Evanston, IL 60201 |
| Mailing Address: | PO Box 171 |
| Contact: | Emmanuel & Colleen Michaud |
| Phone: | 847- 866-9770 |
| Fax: | 847- 866-9784 |
| Parent Org.: | Salvation Army International |
| Notes: | Counseling: Christian counseling, substance abuse counseling.
Food Assistance: Food vouchers (redeemable at Jewel on Chicago Avenue), canned goods and clothing vouchers for the needy. Housing: Rent and utilities assistance (when funds are available). After School Program: For children ages 5 - 13, Monday - Friday between 3pm to 6pm. Transportation from Evanston schools,snack and homework assistance provided for a monthly fee. Extended care may be available. Character Building Program: Adventure Corps (boys ages 6-12),Sunbeams (girls 6-11),Girls Guards (girls 12-18) and Teen Reflection Cell Group (a drop-in time for teens 13-18). Meets Fridays 4:30-6:30 p.m. Youth Music Program: Activities for youth include Singing Company (ages 6-10),Junior Choir (ages 10-17),Junior Band (ages 13 and older) and Instructional Band (ages 6-15) Summer Day Camp: A day camp is offered for 8 weeks during the summer for children ages 5-12, between 7:30 am - 5:45pm, Monday through Friday. Women's Programs also available, including sewing and Zumba groups |
| Updated 2/12/2013 | |
| YWCA Evanston/North Shore | |
| Address: | 1215 Church Street, Evanston, IL 60201 |
| Contact: | Karen Singer, President/CEO |
| E-mail: | info@ywcae-ns.org |
| Phone: | 847-864-8445 |
| Fax: | 847-864-8498 |
| Description: | The YWCA Evanston/North Shore is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all through a wide range of programs including: comprehensive domestic violence services, economic empowerment and financial literacy programs, racial justice initiatives. Home to the Learn to Swim Program and Flying Fish Aquatics Program.
24 hour Crisis Line: 847-864-8780 or (toll free) 877-718-1868. |
| Notes: | Mary Lou's Place Emergency Shelter
Transitional Housing Legal Advocacy |
| Updated 11/7/2012 | |
