Services

	Bike Safety & Education Information about bike safey and education.

	Buildings Self-Certification Program The Self-Certification program simplifies the building permit review process for eligible projects where the licensed architect or structural engineer of record takes full responsibility for code compliance.

	CSBG scholarship information The CSBG Scholarship Program helps low-income Chicagoans finance higher education. Students enrolled in an Illinois college, university or vocational training program may qualify for a CSBG Scholarship.

	Community Service Center Location DFSS’ six Community Service Centers are open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. On Wednesday, all of the centers are open from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. City residents who need assistance can drop in or schedule an appointment in advance.

	Disability Mentoring Day Disability Mentoring Day is the first step in the Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities' year-long Youth Employment Program.

	Emergency Rental Assistance Emergency Rental Assistance is available for people suffering financial hardship due to a crisis such as loss of job, home fire or illness. The program is intended to allow families to maintain housing during the time it takes to regain stability.

	Enroll in a School Enrollment decisions should be made in the best educational interest of your child. In addition to your neighborhood school, CPS offers a variety of programs that appeal to students' interests and talents.

	Ethics Information for Current and Former City Employees The City of Chicago Ethic's Ordinance places certain restrictions on employees and officials after they leave City service.

	Find a City College The City Colleges of Chicago is a network of seven Colleges. Find one nearest you.

	Find a School Find public schools in Chicago by entering the school name, its zip code, and/or by selecting from the search options below.

	Fire Safety Tips Fire safety tips for home, hotel/motel etc. in Spanish, Polish and Chinese.

	Get Free STI/HIV/AIDS Pamphlets/Brochures The Educational Resource & Information Center provides free STI/HIV/AIDS prevention education materials, pamphlets, brochures, and/or condoms for disbursement within the City of Chicago.

	Get Shots (Vaccines) Our clinics provide Vaccines, Shots, Immunizations for Elementary, High School and College students, flu & pneumonia and more.

	Graffiti Blasters Demo View the Graffiti blasters demo video

	HIV/AIDS Online Courses CDPH, STI/HIV/AIDS, Capacity Building & Training Unit developed FREE online courses that are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week (24/7).

	Homeless Outreach and Engagement Many homeless residents are eager to regain the stability of permanent housing. But for others who have a history of life on the streets or making the rounds of shelters, engagement can be a challenge. The Department of Family and Support Services (DFSS) conducts a variety of outreach activities.

	Infant/Toddler Programs Parents seeking care for infants and toddlers can access an array of quality options through programs administered by DFSS. Programs provide a secure, nurturing environment that stimulates growth and development for infants to age three.

	Institutional Review Board (IRB) Forms The Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH), through the Institutional Review Board (IRB), monitors research involving the Chicago Department of Public Health patients/clients and staff.

	Job Training and Placement Referrals Job Training and Placement Referral is a service provided to people with disabilities under the age of 60 through MOPD's network of employment program partners.

	Juvenile Intervention Support Center The Juvenile Intervention Support Center (JISC) is a pilot program that uses a multi-disciplinary approach and interagency partnerships to provide prevention and intervention services to help youth arrested for low level misdemeanor offenses and youth at risk for juvenile justice system involvement.

	Keeping the Chicago River Clean Chicago has two boats that are dedicated to keeping the Chicago River clean and its banks graffiti free.

	Kids Section The Chicago Fire Department encourages children to check out the following fun activities!

	Library Services Services are provided by the Chicago Public Library free of charge; some may require a valid library card.

	Living in Illinois This section provides you with important information for living a full and productive life in Illinois.

	Lobbyist Ethics Education Seminar

	Mental Health Counseling/Therapy Care that can provide supports for emotional, traumatic, or behavioral difficulties.

	Porch & Deck Information Porch and Deck Information

	Preschool Programs Children exposed to early child care and education programs get the advantage they need to succeed in school and beyond. Making new friends or discovering new concepts are just some of the exciting encounters children have in early care.

	Public Art Collection Use Explore Chicago and Google Maps to find the Chicago's public art collection.

	School Age Programs Out-of-school time is a crucial period for a young person's development. Then Chicago Department of Family and Support Services (FSS) funds organizations that provide a variety of fun, challenging and safe ways for young people to develop self-esteem, a sense of responsibility and life skills.

	Structural Peer Review information Structural Peer Review Program

	Substance Abuse and AIDS Prevention Program for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing The Substance Abuse and AIDS Prevention Program for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing offers unique prevention programming that addresses the specific needs of people who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing.

	Trade License Certain First-time Licensing Applicants will be Processed by Continental Testing Services

	Trade Licensing information This page lists a complete exam schedule and related material for trade licensing

	Veteran's Resources Listing of Municipal, County and State Partnership Agencies with the Chicago Department of Family and Support Services

	Veterans Resources - Federal Partner Agency Links Listing of National and Federal Partnership Agencies with the Chicago Department of Family and Support Services

	Veterans Resources - Community Partner Agency Links Listing of Partnership Agencies with the Chicago Department of Family & Support Services

	Youth in Transition Summits MOPD hosts two annual events aimed at preparing young people with disabilities who are Social Security beneficiaries for the transition to college or the workplace.