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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

Housing Resources Legal Resources DuPage Legal Aid 126 S County Farm Rd, Wheaton, IL 60187 (630) 653‑6212 Family law, bankruptcy, guardianship, adoption, wills; limited landlord/tenant support Eligibility: Income-based, free legal aid Website Prairie State Legal Services 31W001 N Ave, Suite 200, West Chicago, IL 60185 (630) 690‑2130 Housing (eviction, unsafe conditions, subsidized housing issues) Eligibility: Income-based, free legal aid Website Administer Justice – Wheaton Bible Legal Clinic 27W500 North Ave, West Chicago, IL 60185 (855) 818‑4554 Landlord/tenant issues, debt, estate, criminal records; $30 copay per case Eligibility: Income-based, $30 per consultation Website Edgerton & Edgerton, Attorneys at Law 125 Wood St, West Chicago, IL 60186 (630) 231‑3000 Private landlord/tenant law: evictions, lease disputes; free initial consult Eligibility: Private practice, free consult, fees vary Website DuPage County Bar Association – Hotline (855) 631‑0811 Free tenant legal help through Family & Community Services 211 Dial 211 Find local housing help, utility assistance, food, legal aid, and more by ZIP code Website Casa Michoacan DuPage 900 E. Roosevelt Rd., West Chicago, IL 60185 (630) 520-3482 Biweekly -every other Wednesday. Immigration issues only. There are no fees involved if a client qualifies, except the application fee for immigration(for example Green card replacement/renewal, work permit, & naturalization services.) Eligibility: Free Consultation Website Metropolitan Family Services 222 East Willow Avenue, Wheaton, Illinois 60187 Intake/Referral 630-784-4802 Legal Aid Society provides legal representation and assistance on domestic violence, family law, consumer and housing issues, elder abuse and financial exploitation, human trafficking, and victims of crime Website Wheaton Bible Church Legal Clinic 27W500 North Ave, West Chicago IL, 60185 855-818-4554 The Administer Justice Legal Clinic is staffed by attorneys and other committed volunteers who believe in “justice for all” Eligibility: Second Saturday of the month, 9:00am – 12:00pm Website

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Explore how WeGo Together for Kids improves family well-being through early childhood education, health initiatives, community engagement, and support services in West Chicago. Our Commitment to the West Chicago Community At WeGo Together for Kids, we are dedicated to supporting and enhancing the health, safety, learning, and social-emotional well-being of children and families in the West Chicago community. Our collaborative approach focuses on six key result areas to foster a thriving environment for all. Linked Sources Literacy DuPage Puente del Pueblo CAPE Academic Achievement Ensuring that West Chicago children and families have access to continuous learning opportunities through afterschool programs, adult education, and summer learning initiatives. Strategies Out-of-school time/afterschool programming Adult education Summer learning opportunities Youth and Family Health Promoting physical health and emotional well-being through nutrition education, physical activities, and mental health counseling for West Chicago families. Strategies Nutrition education Physical movement opportunities Mental health counseling Linked Sources Youth Outlook Healthy West Chicago NAMI DuPage Garden Works Project University of Illinois Extension WAYS DuPage Health Coalition Community Engagement Encouraging a sense of belonging by informing and involving West Chicago families in community events and initiatives. Strategies Community events Linked Sources West Chicago Public Library Casa Michoacan Healthy West Chicago Stable Families Providing West Chicago families with access to resources that meet basic needs and support personal development, including case management, workforce development, and food access. Strategies Case management services Housing Navigation Access to food Linked Sources People’s Resource Center World Relief Chicagoland Wayne Township Food Pantry Neighborhood Food Pantry Emergency Preparedness Equipping West Chicago schools and community partners with the knowledge and resources to effectively respond to emergencies through education and preparedness initiatives. Strategies Community education and awareness building Disaster response Linked Sources West Chicago Police Department West Chicago Fire District DuPage Health Coalition DuPage Federation on Human Services Reform Early Childhood Supporting families and children aged 0-8 by providing playgroups, parent support, home visits, and early childhood music programs to build strong relationships and learning foundations. Strategies The Basics Therapeutic play Family playgroups and parent support groups Home visiting Parent-child workshops Early childhood music programming Linked Sources Educare West DuPage Teen Parent Connection West Chicago Park District Family Focus Basics Insights Birth to 3 Pioneer Preschool Puente del Pueblo YWCA Hopeful Beginnings The Basics

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View More Ayudar a los niños a desarrollar el control de los impulsos View More Be Consistent View More Be Thoughtful View More Comforting the Irritable Child View More Como planificar de antemano para prevenir los berrinches View More Cómo usar las palabras en la disciplina de los niños View More Day Night Confusion in Babies View More Do’s and Don'ts to Comforting an Anxious Child View More El manejo de las quejas: Cómo planificar de antemano para evitar los berrinches View More El manejo de las quejas: Cómo tranquilizar a un niño irritado View More Feeling New Feelings View More Guía positiva para niños pequeños. Crea un plan View More Guía positiva para niños pequeños. Tomemos un descanso para tranquilizarnos View More Hablando con sus hijos sobre el acoso escolar View More Hablar con sus hijos sobre la presión social View More Helping children develop impulse control View More Helping Children Handle Disappointment View More La desilusión…Cómo ayudar a los niños a sobrellevarla View More Helping the Often Angry Child View More Cómo ayudar al niño que se enoja a menudo View More Juega bien. No muerdas View More Keep up the good work View More Keeping My Hands to Myself View More Las transiciones sin lágrimas View More Manners and Preschool View More Niño pequeño; ¿estrés grande? View More Personal Space View More Plan Ahead View More Planning Ahead to Prevent Tantrums View More Play Right- Don’t Bite View More Please Don’t Go! 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Explore a complete library of early childhood resources, including parenting tips, education tools, and child development support to help families in West Chicago thrive. Early Childhood Resources Explore a wealth of resources designed to support children and families during early childhood, birth to age 8. Our comprehensive library empowers caregivers with the tools and knowledge they need to nurture growth and success. Behavior & Parenting View Resource Food & Nutrition View Resources Health View Resources Potty Training View Resource Routines View Resources School Readiness View Resource Safety View Resource Play View Resource

WeGo Together for Kids empowers families in West Chicago with essential early childhood resources, education, and support. Explore our initiatives and join us in building a stronger community. Connecting Our Community, Strengthening Our Families WeGo Together for Kids is a collective impact initiative that brings together 70 community partners from across the Chicagoland region to support West Chicago families with children birth – 12th grade. View Resources Contact Us WeGo staff handing out information at the WeGo Birthday Party. Welcome to WeGo Together for Kids A Passion for Serving Families and Children Learn More About Us At WeGo Together for Kids, we believe that every child deserves a thriving future. Our community partners provide essential resources, guidance, and support to families. Rooted in compassion, collaboration, and a commitment to equity, our vision is a vibrant and engaged West Chicago community where children and families reach their full potential. Explore Our Resources Behavior & Parenting View List Health & Safety View List Rental Assistance View List Legal Information View List Homeless Shelters View List Routines View List Why Choose Us Nurturing Every Child with Love & Care Our vision is a vibrant and engaged West Chicago community where children and families reach their full potential. Learn More Comprehensive Support: We offer a wide range of resources, programs, and events to meet the unique needs of children and families at every stage of development. Trusted Community Partners: With a network of dedicated educators, healthcare professionals, and community leaders, we ensure families receive the guidance and tools they need to succeed. Focus on Every Child’s Growth: Our holistic approach prioritizes each child’s emotional, social, and educational development, creating a foundation for lifelong success. Resources Explore our wide array of resources aimed at empowering and supporting families View Resources Community Join us in fostering a brighter future and stay connected with us for the latest news! Sign Up Impact Read about the postive impacts that we've had across our families & communities! Read Stories Upcoming Events Multiple Dates Mon, Mar 16 Casa Michoacan DuPage Zumba / Casa Michoacan DuPage Details Mar 16, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Casa Michoacan DuPage, 900 E Roosevelt Rd, West Chicago, IL 60185, USA Share Fri, Mar 20 Tamborazo Night with WeGo / West Chicago Community High School Details Mar 20, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM West Chicago Community High School, 326 Joliet St, West Chicago, IL 60185, USA Share Fri, Mar 20 Noche de Tamborazo con WeGo / West Chicago Community High School Details Mar 20, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM West Chicago Community High School, 326 Joliet St, West Chicago, IL 60185, USA Share Tue, Mar 24 WAYS Family Game Night / Noche Familiar de Juegos WAYS / Wayne Township Building Details Mar 24, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM Wayne Township Building, 27W031 North Ave, West Chicago, IL 60185, USA Share Multiple Dates Thu, Mar 26 Distribución Móvil de Alimentos / Apartamentos Timber Lake Details Mar 26, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM Apartamentos Timber Lake, 1200 Kings Cir, West Chicago, IL 60185, USA Share Load More See All Events Creating art with nature brushes at Blooming Fest Fun on the slide at Morton Arboretum Kids exploring tadpoles at Morton Arboretum Riding through the obstacle course at Bike Rodeo Kids playing together at Day in the Arboretum See What We Do From fun family events to training events for parents to food distributions, we take pride in everything we do when it comes to helping families and children. Explore our gallery showcasing what we've accomplished throughout the years! View Gallery Testimonials What The Community Is Saying Buck Services, Back-to-School Sponsor Excited to get the WeGo Community ready for Back to School!! So grateful for all WeGo Together for Kids does to provide for next generations. Parent I like these events the community hosts because it brings the kids close to their friends outside of school. i also like to interact and meet with other parents of the community. i like that it also creates memories with my kids. D33 Staff It was a wonderful evening of family fun, music, magic, and connection with our families and community partners at the annual WeGo Together for Kids Back to School event! We are so #D33Orgullo to be part of this beautiful community collaboration! Molly Beck Dean – Director, WGTK When the community’s needs change, our mission adapts to meet them Subscribe to Our Community Newsletter! First name* Last name Email* Yes, subscribe me to your newsletter. Submit

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

Volunteer with us at Mobile Rx and community events! Find a date that works for you and get involved today. Volunteer! Join us in supporting kids and families, making a lasting impact in your community. Explore Volunteer Opportunities Our volunteers at the Mobile Rx Mobile Rx Through the Mobile RX, WeGo Together for Kids partners with the Northern Illinois Food Bank, Northwestern Medicine, and Timber Lake Apartments to bring nutritious food and resources to families in West Chicago each month. We couldn’t do this without our amazing volunteers. Join us in making a difference! Mobile Rx Volunteering Open Form Voluntariado de Mobile Rx Abrir Formulario Volunteers at WeGo Night at the DuPage Children's Museum Community Events Join WeGo Together for Kids at our community events in West Chicago! Volunteers play a key role in creating fun, safe, and memorable experiences for children and families while building strong connections throughout our community. Community Event Volunteering Open Form Voluntariado en Eventos Abrir Formulario Questions? We’re Here to Help Reach out to our Program Manager for more information, we’re happy to connect and help you get started. Hannah Martin Programs Manager hannahwgtk@gmail.com

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