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Explore a complete library of mental health resources, including emotional regulation strategies, parenting support, crisis services, relationship guidance, and youth-focused tools to help individuals and families in West Chicago thrive. Mental Health Resources Discover resources to support mental health and well-being for all ages, from young children to adults. Our collection provides tools and guidance to build resilience, strengthen relationships, and promote emotional wellness. Relationships View Resource Crisis Resources View Resources Parents Mental Health View Resources Emotional Regulation View Resource Youth Resources View Resources

Helping Kids with Self-Regulation View More! Parenting & Emotion Regulation View More! Co-Regulation for Kids & Teens View More! Where Do I Feel? Worksheet View More! Printable Emotion Faces View More! List of Emotions View More! How I Feel (CBT Tool) View More! DBT Emotion Regulation Skills View More! DBT Distress Tolerance Skills View More! Filter by Age Group Adult/Parent Child Teen Filter by Language English English & Spanish Emotional Regulation Helping Kids with Self-Regulation View More! Parenting & Emotion Regulation View More! Co-Regulation for Kids & Teens View More! Where Do I Feel? Worksheet View More! Printable Emotion Faces View More! List of Emotions View More! How I Feel (CBT Tool) View More! DBT Emotion Regulation Skills View More! DBT Distress Tolerance Skills View More! Filter by Tags Adult/Parent Child Teen Filter by Language English English & Spanish Emotional Regulation Can't Find What Your Looking For? Reach out and provide details about what resource we can help you with! Contact Us

Access expert potty training tips, step-by-step guides, and behavioral strategies to help your child transition to independent bathroom habits with confidence. Potty Training Resources Filter by Age Group Ages 1-3 (Toddler) Ages 3-5 (Preschool) Filter by Language English Spanish View More No más pañales: ¿Está listo su hijo? View More No más pañales: Cómo empezar View More No More Diapers- Getting Started View More Success in Potty Training with ABA View More No More Diapers- Is your child ready? Can't Find What Your Looking For? Reach out and provide details about what resource we can help you with! Contact Us Potty Training Resources Filter by Age Group Ages 1-3 (Toddler) Ages 3-5 (Preschool) Filter by Age Group Ages 1-3 (Toddler) Ages 3-5 (Preschool) View More No más pañales: ¿Está listo su hijo? View More No más pañales: Cómo empezar View More No More Diapers- Getting Started View More Success in Potty Training with ABA View More No More Diapers- Is your child ready?

Discover how Rental Assistance Programs can support you today. Housing Resources Rental Assistance Programs WeGo Together For Kids Assistance is provided only when funding is available, and applications must be submitted through a partnering agency. wegoveronica@gmail.com Website Dupage County 630-407-6500 Website Peoples Resource Center 630-682-5402 Website Catholic Charities in DuPage 630-495-8008 Website Puente De Pueblo Timberlake Apts. Irene Owens 630-876-6682 Main Park Ana Maria Vega 630-876-6305 Website Wayne Township 630-231-7173 Website Outreach Community 630-682-1910 Website Illinois Court-Based Rental Assistance Program Provides funding for tenants or housing providers in Illinois who have pending eviction case. Website 211 Find local housing help, utility assistance, food, legal aid, and more by ZIP code Dial: 211 Website

Explore West Chicago Apartments today for your new home! Housing Resources West Chicago Apartments Aspen Ridge Apartments 1440 S Neltnor Blvd, West Chicago, IL 60185 (630) 231‑7442 Website Timber Lake Apartments 1200 Kings Circle, West Chicago, IL 60185 (855) 418‑6682 Website Towne & Country Apartments 700 W Forest Ave, West Chicago, IL 60185 (630) 293‑0420 Email: townencountrymgmt@HHDEVCORP.com Website Riverwoods Apartments 851 Lorlyn Dr, West Chicago, IL 60185 (630) 231‑3290 Website Main Park Apartments 801 Burr Oaks Dr, West Chicago, IL 60185 (331) 800‑2929 Website Revir Apartments Located near the West Chicago Police Station (847)861-5192 Call for availability and exact location

Learn how The Basics help parents and caregivers support early childhood development. Explore five simple yet powerful principles to help children thrive. Start receiving FREE weekly tips on how to learn and grow with your child! Sign up for Basics Insights text messages today! Maximize Love, Manage Stress Talk, Sing, and Point Count, Group, and Compare Explore Through Movement and Play Read and Discuss Stories Empowering Early Childhood Development with The Basics At WeGo Together for Kids, we are committed to fostering vibrant learning and brain development in children from birth to age five. Through The Basics initiative, we provide families with five simple, yet powerful principles to nurture their children's growth and ensure they thrive in school and life. Learn More The Basics at The Morton Arboretum Learn More About the Garden The Basics artwork is now installed at The Morton Arboretum! We’re so excited to see this project come to life and share the five simple ways to give children a strong start in life through art and community collaboration. Thank you to The Morton Arboretum and the DuPage County Health Department , and artist Lauren Dusing for helping bring this project to life. Local media was also there to capture these special moments and help share the story with our community. The Basics Mural – 101 Main St., West Chicago About The Basics Mural West Chicago is now home to a vibrant new Basics Mural, created by a recent WCCHS graduate and inspired by The Basics principles. This artwork brings the five pillars of early childhood development to life in a colorful, engaging way that families can enjoy right in the heart of our community. Take a walk along Main Street in front of Republic Bank to see the mural up close, and get the chance to do The Basics as you explore. This blog post dives into the story behind the mural, its community impact, and how you can incorporate The Basics into everyday moments. Read the Blog Post Maximize Love, Manage Stress View List Talk, Sing, and Point View List Count, Group, and Compare View List Explore Through Movement and Play View List Read and Discuss Stories View List Testimonials The Basics Through Families’ Eyes Kathy, first-time mom of 18 month old I especially appreciated the reading tips because it encourages me to keep reading to my toddler even after she walks away or does other things. The tips remind me to be intentional when I spend time with my toddler Alexa, mom of three under three I LOVE receiving the Basics texts. The tips are short and perfectly fit. There have been numerous times where it provides me with peace and encouragement Join The Basics Insights Text Messaging Program Receive weekly tips and activities to support your child's development directly to your phone. Click the button below to register online. Sign Up Here! Community Partners We collaborate with local organizations to bring The Basics to our community. Together, we ensure every child has the support they need to thrive.

Reach out to WeGo Together For Kids today for access to resources, programs, and community services. Get In Touch We’re here to answer your questions and provide the information you need We're Here to Answer Your Questions! If you have questions or comments, please reach out using the contact form. You can also contact our director, Molly Beck Dean, via email at beckdeanm@metrofamily.org beckdeanm@metrofamily.org Contact us First name Last name Email(Required) Phone Message(Required) Submit

Housing Resources Homeless Shelters DuPage Pads Type: Interim & permanent shelter Address: 703 W Liberty Dr, Wheaton, IL Phone Number: 630‑682‑3846 opt 1 Hours/ Intake Details: Mon–Wed 8:30–15:00; Thu 8:30–12:00; Fri 8:30–15:00; intake by phone or walk‑up Website Bridge Communities Type: Transitional housing for families Glen Ellyn, IL (DuPage County) 630‑545‑0610 ext 20 Hours/ Intake Details: Ongoing intakes for families in need Website 360 Youth Services Type: Youth shelter (18–24) Address: 1323 Bond St #119, Naperville, IL 60563 (Serves Naperville and DuPage County) Phone Number: 630‑961‑2992 ext 1168 Intake Details: Emergency & transitional youth housing Website Family Shelter Service Type: Family/domestic violence shelter Address: 605 E Roosevelt Rd, Wheaton, IL 60187 Phone Number: 630‑469‑5650 (24/7 hotline) Intake Details: 24/7 intake and shelter for victims; immediate assistance available Hesed House Type: Emergency & family shelter Address: 659 S River St, Aurora, IL 60506 (serves Aurora and DuPage) Phone Number: 630‑897‑2156 Intake Details: Family & adult shelter options available Catholic Charities Type: Emergency shelter network Address: 314 N Lake St, Aurora, IL 60506 (Serves DuPage, Cook Counties) Phone Number: (630) 820-3220 Intake Details: Transitional & emergency housing support Website Illinois DHS Emergency Type: State transitional housing Serves: DuPage & surrounding counties Phone Number: 877‑426‑6515 (statewide hotline) Intake Details: Centralized intake for emergency housing assistance

Discover essential safety resources, including car seat safety, emergency preparedness and more for families in West Chicago. Safety Resources Filter by Age Group Ages 1-3 (Toddler) Ages 3-5 (Preschool) Ages 5-8 (K-2) Pregnant - 1 Filter by Language English Spanish Cinco maneras fáciles de prepararse para las emergencias View More Five Easy Ways to Get Emergency-Ready View More Keeping your child safe in and around your vehicle View More Water Safety- Facts about the Dangers of Drowning View More El peligro de ahogamiento infantil View More Seguirdad basica sobre el asiento de seguridad View More Keeping Children Safe During Winter Break View More Bike Safety View More Bus Safety View More Everything you need to know about car seat safety? View More Finding Help When Lost Social Story View More Home Safety Devices and Seat Belt Locks View More Keeping young Children Safe in the Car View More Keeping young Children Safe in the Car (Spanish) View More No Sidewalk No Problem Social Story View More Preventing Lead Poisoning in Children View More Seat Belt Safety Social Story View More SIDS View More Smart Devices to Find your Lost Child View More Staying with an Adult Social Story View More Sun Safety: Protecting your Child View More Winter Safety View More Manten seguro a tu niño dentro y fuera de tu vehículo View More Cinco maneras fáciles de prepararse para las emergencias View More Five Easy Ways to Get Emergency-Ready View More Keeping your child safe in and around your vehicle View More Water Safety- Facts about the Dangers of Drowning View More El peligro de ahogamiento infantil View More Seguirdad basica sobre el asiento de seguridad View More Keeping Children Safe During Winter Break View More Bike Safety View More Bus Safety View More Everything you need to know about car seat safety? View More Finding Help When Lost Social Story View More Home Safety Devices and Seat Belt Locks View More Keeping young Children Safe in the Car View More Keeping young Children Safe in the Car (Spanish) View More No Sidewalk No Problem Social Story View More Preventing Lead Poisoning in Children View More Seat Belt Safety Social Story View More SIDS View More Smart Devices to Find your Lost Child View More Staying with an Adult Social Story View More Sun Safety: Protecting your Child View More Winter Safety View More Manten seguro a tu niño dentro y fuera de tu vehículo View More Filter by Age Group Ages 1-3 (Toddler) Ages 3-5 (Preschool) Ages 5-8 (K-2) Pregnant - 1 Filter by Language English Spanish Safety Resources Can't Find What Your Looking For? Reach out and provide details about what resource we can help you with! Contact Us

Learn about Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in West Chicago. Children from birth to age five can receive free books every month at no cost. Click here to start receiving FREE high-quality, age-appropriate books each month delivered straight to your door! What is the Program? A young reader picking out his very first free book Through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library , children from birth to age five can receive a free, high-quality book mailed directly to their home each month. Each book is selected to support early learning and help children build a love of reading from a young age. There is no cost to families, and every book is theirs to keep. Who can Sign up? This program is available to all West Chicago residents. Eligible children must: Be under the age of 5 Live in West Chicago If your child meets these requirements, they are eligible to enroll and begin receiving books. Why It Matters Early literacy plays a critical role in a child’s development. This program helps: Build early reading and language skills Encourage family reading time at home Support school readiness Foster a lifelong love of books How to Get Started Click the dropdown arrow below to learn how to get started and see if this program is available in your area. I live in West Chicago Children living in West Chicago who are under age five are eligible to enroll. Fill out the online enrollment form with your child’s information, including name, date of birth, and a valid mailing address where books will be delivered. Form Check if my area is eligible (other than West Chicago) Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is also available in other locations, so if you live somewhere else, you can still check whether your suburb or town participates in the program and is part of the service area. Website Enrollment Processing After submission, your information will be reviewed and processed. Once approved, your child will be officially enrolled in the program. Your child will begin receiving a new book in the mail each month within approximately 6–8 weeks of enrollment. Books will continue to arrive until the child turns five. How it works Once a child is enrolled, books are selected each month based on age and prepared for mailing through the program’s national distribution system. They are then delivered directly to the child’s home. This monthly process continues until the child turns five years old. Local implementation of the program is supported through community partners and sponsors who help ensure the program can be offered to families at no cost. Learn More About DPIL Thank you to our Supporters WeGo Together for Kids is grateful to our community partners and supporters who make this program possible. Your support helps bring free books and early learning opportunities to children in West Chicago. The success of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library relies on the support of our community. Help inspire a love of reading by giving the gift of books to local children. Support the Program