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Community Service Centers - City of Chicago - DFSS - Garfield Community Service Center

The Department of Family and Support Services (DFSS) provides city of Chicago residents with case management and public benefits enrollment through its six Community Services Centers. DFSS also funds private agencies to provide a range of support services including employment training and placement, education, substance abuse treatment referrals, mental health care, domestic violence assistance and more. Other services include provision of clothing and referrals to local food pantries, assistance with Regional Transportation Authority Ride Free Program, and assistance accessing 311's shelter intake system.

Date of Last Formal Update

05/09/2025

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211 Metro Chicago

Physical Address

10 South Kedzie Avenue, Chicago, IL 60612

Hours

Mon 9:00am - 5:00pm; Tue 9:00am - 5:00pm; Wed 9:00am - 5:00pm; Thu 9:00am - 5:00pm; Fri 9:00am - 5:00pm; All Community Service Centers operate 9:00am to 5:00pm Monday through Friday.

Fax

(312) 743-0400

Application process

Walk-ins accepted.

Fee

Free

Eligibility

This service is for city of Chicago residents only.

Languages

Ukrainian

Spanish

English

Polish

Russian

Croatian

Service area

Chicago, IL

Agency info

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.