"The issue of human life and its preservation and development is one that begins with conception and ends only when God calls a person back to himself in death. If we are consistent, then, we must be concerned about life from beginning to end. It is like a seamless garment; either it all holds together or eventually it all falls apart." Cardinal Joseph Bernardin, 1975
This is a resource page and blog on life issues and the impact on both individuals and society. It is meant to be comprehensive for all who are concerned with life issues. Therefore, a web site listed may not be in agreement with the Catholic teaching on a particular life issue.

Local Resources - details

 

1 - Since 1997, the Elmhurst 6301 - Walk-in Assistance Network has provided compassionate assistance to families in the Elmhurst community going through a difficult time. Sometimes families or individuals experience a job loss, a cutback in hours, divorce, disability, or other sudden, unforeseen circumstance that leave them unable to pay a bill. EWAN is a place they can come to for help while they get back on their feet. We serve Elmhurst residents, families with children in Elmhurst schools, or registered members of partnering Elmhurst churches. We provide assistance with rent, utilities, car repair, prescriptions and gas. We coordinate access to local food pantries and clothes closets, and fund essential dental care through our partner dentists. EWAN also supports students in Elmhurst schools through the school snack program and the SWAN (Students with Activity Needs) fund, ensuring kids can participate in school programs. Finally, our EWAN Hope Fund assists families and individuals in particularly dire and unexpected circumstances - 630-782-6006 - 125 W Church St Elmhurst, IL 60126 (St.Peter United Church of Christ) NE corner, Look for the Purple Door! .WALK-IN HOURS MON - FRI 10 AM - NOON

2 - The Elmhurst Community Clothing Center opened in 1970 and welcomes all who need clothes, shoes, coats, household goods, bedding, toys, and/or books! All items are free and there are no residency requirements. 232 S. York Street, Elmhurst IL 60126 Church Office Phone: 630-834-2440.

3 - Elmhurst-Yorkfield Food Pantry EYFP serves residents of Addison, Bensenville, Berkeley, Elmhurst, Hillside, Lombard, Oak Brook and Villa Park. 1083 S. York Road Elmhurst, IL 60126 630.782.1066 Client Service Hours Monday: 6:30-8:00pm Thursday: 1:00-4:00pm and 6:30-8:00pm Saturday: 9:30am-12:30pm

4 - A Social Services phone number is available Monday through Friday from 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Voicemail picks up calls outside of these hours. All calls are returned as soon as possible. Phone: (331) 642-0814 Email: Tracey.Orick@elmlib.org For housing or food insecurity, please click on the links on the library site above as most agencies are still operating, however some are on a modified schedule Quick-resource-guide People’s Resource Center - Modified Hours Information about unemployment benefits. I am happy to help anyone remotely with their application. Questions about stimulus checks? Information about emergency SNAP benefits. Interactive map for free wifi locations. Information about DuPage County Property Taxes.

5 - The DuPage CRIS (Community Resource Information System) is great "one stop shop" for a variety of agencies providing food, housing, healthcare, etc.Online directory of local service providers. Need Help? Call (800) 942-9412, Monday-Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm Call (800) 942-9412

6 - In DuPage County, the Community Connections network includes Catholic Charities, other human service agencies from DuPage County, and interested persons from parishes and non-profits advocating on issues such as child care, transitional housing, help for expectant mothers in crisis, affordable housing, transportation, and emergency services to name a few. For more information, call 630-495-8008.DuPage County 3130 Finley Rd., Suite 520 Downers Grove, IL 60515

7 - Since 1975, People's Resource Center has been bringing neighbors together to respond to hunger and poverty in DuPage County. With a team of 2,600 volunteers, we offer nutritious food and other basic necessities like clothes and rent assistance for people facing tough times. And we connect people with resources—education and tutoring, jobs, technology, art, a caring community—to create a future of hope and opportunity for all.(630) 682-5402. Wheaton and Westmont locations.

8 - The VAC of DuPage is a distinct unit of local government created by State Law and funded by DuPage County. The VAC is an annual one-time emergency assistance program designed to help veterans that find themselves in need of financial assistance. Phone: 630-407-5655 Office Hours: 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. 1 -4 p.m. Monday - Friday Address: 421 N. County Farm Road 2nd Fl - Rear of Cafeteria Wheaton, IL 60187

9 - DuPagePads offers families and individuals a safe environment that begins with an extended trusting hand and affirming voice that helps begin the journey to self-sufficiency. Respect for each individual is a priority at DuPagePads. We know that our vital support services enable the individuals we help to receive case management and life coaching, employment support such as GED courses and job coaching, engagement with employers and much more—effectively stopping the cycle of homelessness . This winter, PADS will be taking intakes only at their offices Monday thru Friday from 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Individuals will then be assigned one of the sites or placed in a hotel/motel.  601 West Liberty, Wheaton, IL 60187
Phone: 630.682.3846

10- Hesed House a Comprehensive Homeless Resource Center - a campus of centralized highly skilled professionals collaborating to provide the tools necessary to help individuals and families break free of the shackles binding them to homelessness. 630–897–2156 - 680 South River Street Aurora, IL 60506 The Hesed Comprehensive Homeless Resource Center is open Monday – Thursday 8:30am – 5pm and Friday 8:30am – 4pm
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