Homeless and Emergency Services

The Chicago Department of Family and Support Services (DFSS) is a key player in Chicago’s effort to end homelessness. DFSS services include prevention, outreach, shelter and housing programs and supportive services.

In addition, DFSS staff assist residents during times of extreme weather. DFSS staff manage the City’s main warming and cooling centers, conduct well-being checks on at-risk residents, and provide transportation to shelter.

For more information on Homeless and Emergency Services, visit a DFSS Community Service Center , or call 311.

Most Recent News (Homeless and Emergency Services)

Aug 27, 2013	Mayor Emanuel Announces Release of Food Desert Data and New Interactive Efforts to Combat Food Deserts in Chicago
Jun 29, 2013	Mayor Emanuel Announces Restructuring Of Food Assistance Program Expands Network And Provides Better Services For Chicagoans In Need At The Same Cost
May 7, 2013	Improvements to Emergency Food Assistance Program
Feb 21, 2013	Chicago Alliance and City of Chicago release first Semi-Annual Progress Report for Plan 2.0
Jan 21, 2013	Warming Center at 10 S Kedzie Open Monday Jan 21st

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