Coordinated Entry System Access Point - City of Chicago - DFSS - South Chicago Community Service Center
8650 South Commercial Avenue, Chicago, IL 60617
English, Spanish
Walk-ins are accepted, but if calling ahead is necessary please contact the community service centers by their specific phone numbers. Applications are available in English and Spanish. Appointments are not required. However, there are instances where an assessment may need to be scheduled, like if a translator isn't available for example.
Free
Cook County, IL
Description
Several DFSS Community Service Center serve as a Coordinated Entry System Access Point. Access Points provide Coordinated Entry Assessments and updates on a walk-in basis. The Coordinated Entry System (CES) connects people who are experiencing homelessness to housing opportunities in Chicago. The CES uses a standardized housing assessment to understand the needs of households and refer youth, individuals, and families to housing. The assessment is available to all eligible persons regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, familial status, disability, actual or perceived sexual orientation, gender identity, or marital status. Please note that it is not required to be a city of Chicago resident to access this CES, but that only Chicago-based housing opportunities can be provided. For individuals seeking suburban Cook County-based housing opportunities, please reach out to Entry Point's Suburban Cook Call Center instead.
Date of Last Formal Update
Unknown
Data provided by
211 Metro Chicago
Providing organization
City of Chicago Department Of Family And Support Services
City of Chicago Department Of Family And Support Services (DFSS) works with community partners to connect Chicago residents and families to resources that build stability, support their well-being, and empower them to thrive.