At Jewish Free Loan Chicago, people of all backgrounds can discover personal loans that are fast, easy, and accessible to anyone in the Chicagoland area. An age-old tradition recrafted for the 21st century, a Jewish free loan is a small personal loan that is interest-free and can be paid back on a timeline that meets each borrower’s individual needs. Visit https://www.jflchicago.org/ to learn more.

This a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in the United States. They are committed to improving crisis services and advancing suicide prevention by empowering individuals, advancing professional best practices, and building awareness. The call line connects via phone or text to crisis counselors for emotional support for yourself or others.

Call/Text: 988

Website: https://988lifeline.org/

Thresholds’ Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT) is a new program in Chicago that provides access to emergency mental health intervention to people experiencing a mental health crisis. Thresholds clinicians response to the mental health crisis, acting as an alternative to hospitalization or police response. Their phone line is open 24/7 but you MUST be located in Chicago zip codes 60613, 60640, and 60657 to use

Call: 773-572-5464

Website: https://www.thresholds.org/programs-services/crisis-response/mobile-crisis-response-team

Yellowbrick, located in Evanston, offers a variety of information and resources on their website.

An organization dedicated to breaking the stigma associated with mental health so people who need the help will seek it, family members and friends will know how to provide proper support. Additional resources and support groups/events: https://www.noshameonu.org

The Medication-Induced Suicide Prevention and Education Foundation in Memory of Stewart Dolin is a unique non-profit organization dedicated to honoring the memory of Stewart and other victims of akathisia by raising awareness and educating the public about the dangers of akathisia.  Additional resources here: missd.co

Helpline provides free, confidential support for yourself or a loved one.

Phone: 833-NAMI-CHI (626-4244) (Mon-Fri 9 AM to 8 PM; Sat & Sun 9 AM to 5 PM)

Resources on their website include local support groups and classes for adults, youth, families, and caregivers of those affected by mental illness: www.namichicago.org.

Provides information & free and confidential support 24/7 for those in the LGBTQA+ community with suicidal ideation and/or feelings of isolation.

Phone: 1-866-488-7386

Text: 678-678

Additional resources: www.thetrevorproject.org.

Check out the options for places to take comfort, solace, and wisdom from others… and share yours. Visit https://www.jcfs.org/events/support-groups

No Shame On U released a new comprehensive and FREE guide, aimed at parents and caregivers, which provides an overview and guidance on how to respond when a child is experiencing a serious mental health challenge. Visit https://www.noshameonu.org/when-your-child-is-experiencing-a-mental-health-crisis to download.

Located in Northbrook, provides state licensed and accredited outpatient, intensive outpatient (IOP), and partial hospitalization (PHP) Jewish treatment programs. We are the only state licensed and accredited Jewish treatment program in the midwest. Tikvah offers addiction treatment to adults (18+) and currently accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, and Optum/United Health insurance plans. Click here to learn more about their treatment program.

RAINN is the nation's largest anti-sexual violence organization. RAINN created and operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline in partnership with more than 1,000 local sexual assault service providers across the country. If you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted, help is available. This hotline is 24/7 and fully confidential

Call: 800-656-4673

Chat online: https://hotline.rainn.org/online

SHALVA supports Jewish women experiencing and healing from domestic abuse, through counseling, supportive services, and community education. They specifically support those who are female-identifying and Jewish, or are in partnership with someone Jewish. They have counseling, safety plans, and legal support.

Call: 773-583-HOPE (4673).

Website: https://shalvacares.org/

Between Friends is dedicated to preventing domestic violence and ending the cycle of abuse by equipping our communities with the tools necessary for everyone to feel safe and equal in their relationships. Between Friends works tirelessly to empower all people who have survived abuse. They also educate young people and adults across Chicagoland about domestic violence, counseling, safety plans, and legal.

Call:1-800-603-4357

Website: https://betweenfriendschicago.org/

25 years of answering the hotline, 24 hours, 7 days a week. They also have local information on their website in regards to more personal in person work.

Call: 1800-799-SAFE (7233)

Website: https://www.thehotline.org/

A local food pantry which also has free short-term mental health services, and case management support. If you're a first time user, you must call or go to the website to log in.

Call:773-525-1277

Location: 3945 N. Sheridan Rd

Pantry Hours: Mon, Wed, Fri & Sat, 11am-3pm, T & Th 4pm-7pm

Website: https://www.nourishinghopechi.org/get-food/

*Additional Humboldt Park location on website

This pantry provides nutritious kosher food to hundreds of clients through a client choice model. Clients work with their case managers to select their groceries, and orders are filled by staff and volunteers. The pantry also provides non-food essentials, such as toiletries and household supplies. The pantry gets stocked by donations from the community, donations from community partners, and purchased items as needed.

Located: 6450 N California Ave, Chicago 60645

Call: 773-973-1000

Website for a Case Manager: https://arkchicago.org/our-services/case-management-and-social-services/

We host weekly shabbat dinners and events through our Bases and jewish Life Spaces on our campus. If you're a student or young adult looking to collect leftovers after, please reach out to us so we can set up a pick up and drop off system that works for through our offices in Lincoln Park.

Email: info@metrochicagohillel.org

Not only does the ARK provide a kosher food pantry to the community, they are also committed to providing safe housing for the community. You need a case manager to help guide and help you through the process.

Located: 6450 N California Ave, Chicago 60645

Call: 773-973-1000

Website for a Case Manager: https://arkchicago.org/our-services/case-management-and-social-services/

For temporary shelter, warming centers, and assistance securing longer term shelter.

Call: 311 or 312-744-5000 and ask for “Short-Term Help.” between 8:30am and 4:30pm

Access is available for callers using specialized TTY equipment due to hearing problems: 312.948.6817

Website: https://allchicago.org/need-help-start-here/

They provide housing, health care, outreach, spiritual care, and social services to adults and youth who struggle with homelessness, poverty, and loneliness. We accept individuals as they are and offer support as they seek to improve their lives. Serving teens through age 24.

Call: 773-506-3122

email YOT@thenightministry.org.

Outreach van on corner of Belmont and Halsted on Thursdays, 8:30-10:30pm to provide support, referrals, and meals.

• Where to Turn for Help When Temperatures Drop - Chicago Coalition for the Homeless

• Note: Some 24/7 warming centers are drop-in (e.g., Garfield Park).

• 311 helps coordinate beds, where available, to individuals and families. Call for intake and guidance support.

• City of Chicago: Warming Areas

• Warming Centers: Chicago Park District

• Chicago Public Libraries: Find a Location (Lakeview / Uptown Options)

• City of Chicago: Senior Centers

• National Domestic Violence Hotline: This site has a ‘quick-exit’ feature.

• National Runaway Safeline: Confidential, 24/7 talk or text for youth & teens experiencing mental health issues, and adults who are concerned about their youth or teens.

• RAINN | National Sexual Assault Hotline