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Welcoming Center - Lutheran Social Services of Illinois - Welcoming Center

5215 North California Avenue, Suite F101, Chicago, IL 60625

Eligibility

Adults (18+); Anyone having a mental health crisis; Need immediate behavioral health care; Are unable to access psychiatric services in a timely manner; Have been discharged from the hospital and need follow-up for behavioral health treatment

Hours

Mon 8:00am - 7:00pm Tue 8:00am - 7:00pm Wed 8:00am - 7:00pm Thu 8:00am - 7:00pm Fri 8:00am - 7:00pm
https://www.lssi.org/services/mental-health-and-addiction-services/mental-health-services/welcoming-center/

Interpretation services

English; Spanish

Application process

Call (773) 561-5809 if you are experiencing a mental health crisis or in need of immediate behavioral health care. Potential clients can call the Welcoming Center directly to set up intake appointment or walk-in.

Fees

Medicaid; Medicare; Managed Care; Private Insurance

Service area

IL

Description

The Welcoming Center is a mental health clinic for adults (18+) that offers counseling, case management, and psychiatric appointments. The Center is staffed with a team of nurses, social workers/counselors, peer specialists, and advanced practice nurses.

Date of Last Formal Update

01/30/2026

Data provided by

211 Metro Chicago

Providing organization

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois

Serving Illinois since 1867, Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI) is one of the largest statewide social service providers. LSSI serves over 42,000 people annually, providing critical programs for Illinois residents each year, including foster care, mental health services, alcohol and drug treatment, affordable senior housing, residential programs for people with developmental disabilities, home care for seniors, and services that help families who have been impacted by the criminal justice system.

Welcoming Center - Lutheran Social Services of Illinois - Welcoming Center