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Assists people with disabilities in learning their rights, how to become advocates and make their own decisions.

United Way of Greater St Louis 211

The Children's Advocacy Center of North & Northwest Cook County's Forensic & Advocacy Support Team assists local Law Enforcement and Child Protective Services investigators by conducting Forensic Interviews for children making an outcry of abuse. The goal of a forensic interview is to elicit detailed facts from children in a neutral, child friendly, age-appropriate manner.

211 Metro Chicago

Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) - Illinois/ Iowa/ Wisconsin provides navigational supports for people seeking legal options to protect and enforce their rights.

211 Metro Chicago

Self-advocacy support, information, and legal help for people with disabilities so they can understand their rights and get help from the Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) or a Center for Independent Living (CIL). CAP is a free program for vocational rehabilitation services only, not for DRS home services.

211 Metro Chicago

Provides a voice for the missing and unidentified who can no longer speak for themselves.

United Way of Greater St Louis 211

Crisis Center of South Suburbia court advocates inform victims of domestic or dating violence of their rights under the Illinois Domestic Violence Act, serve as a liaison in the judicial system, prepare orders of protection, and provide follow-up services to review safety plans and court cases. Informational materials about other legal remedies and victim resources such as Crime Victims' Compensation, Victims' Economic Security and Safety Act, Safe Homes Act and Automated Victim Notification are also provided.

211 Metro Chicago

The Children's Advocacy Center of North & Northwest Cook County's Forensic & Advocacy Support Team assists local Law Enforcement and Child Protective Services investigators by conducting Forensic Interviews for children making an outcry of abuse. The goal of a forensic interview is to elicit detailed facts from children in a neutral, child friendly, age-appropriate manner.

211 Metro Chicago

Transforming Re-Entry Services (TRS) has convened the Harm Reduction in Prison Coalition (HRPC), comprised of community and faith-based individuals involved with criminal justice and concerned citizens who ensure the fair and equitable treatment of incarcerated and formerly incarcerated individuals. HRPC has supported, advocated, and cosponsored legislative action for individuals behind and outside the walls.

211 Metro Chicago

Advocates and guides pregnant women through community agencies and support networks.

United Way of Greater St Louis 211

Self-advocacy support, information, and legal help for people with disabilities so they can understand their rights and get help from the Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) or a Center for Independent Living (CIL). CAP is a free program for vocational rehabilitation services only, not for DRS home services.

211 Metro Chicago

City of Des Plaines Human Services (HS) is staffed with a Social Worker and a Police Counselor who provide assessments, crisis intervention, short-term therapeutic intervention, case management, advocacy for domestic violence (DV) victims and victims of crime, and resource referrals, including mental health referrals.

211 Metro Chicago

The Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chicago (CIOGC) intercedes on behalf of individuals and groups in the Muslim community and catalyzes the enrichment of American society.

211 Metro Chicago

Provides information to help children & families figure out next steps, when problems arise. Complaints and concerns are handled by an advocate or passed on to a better resource. Toll-Free Help Line during normal business hours to answer questions on: welfare issues problems concerns

Lake County 211

Self-advocacy support, information, and legal help for people with disabilities so they can understand their rights and get help from the Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) or a Center for Independent Living (CIL). CAP is a free program for vocational rehabilitation services only, not for DRS home services.

211 Metro Chicago

Advocates for teen girls and women in need. Provides assistance for the following:

• Domestic and teen dating violence prevention
• Teen pregnancy prevention
• Career preparation for adults ("Cut the Check")
• Holiday assistance and toy giveaway

Lake County 211

NAMI Smarts for Advocacy, NAMI Chicago's free advocacy training workshop will teach you how to turn your lived experience into a powerful 90-second speech geared to move policymakers. Sign up for the 60-minute interactive workshop where you will learn how to think about your own experiences in a new way and have an opportunity to draft and practice your story.

211 Metro Chicago

Provides resources and information about Mesothelioma and Asbestos exposure for the general public. Services include:

• Patient advocate team
• Treatment guide
• Doctor match programs
• Legal service referrals
• Support groups

For Veterans Information, please check www.mesotheliomaveterans.org

Lake County 211

Receives, investigates, and enforces fair housing laws when discrimination is reported. Also educates members of the public about their rights in housing and how to exercise them. Provides training to landlords, property managers, and realtors. Also advocates for creating more equitable and inclusive communities.

Lake County 211