Lake County, IL Assistance Programs

Lake County Housing Assistance Programs

Our housing assistance programs include HUD, housing assistance, Section 8, subsidized housing programs in Lake County.

Highland Park Senior Center

54 Laurel Avenue
Highland Park, IL - 60035
(847)432-4110
The Highland Park Senior Center is a Division of the City of Highland Park created in 1976 to meet the needs of the communitys senior population. The Division of Senior Services provides health, recreational, cultural, educational and counseling services to the Citys senior population. The division also serves as a resource and advocate in areas of importance to the well-being of the senior community, with primary attention given to transportation, housing and personal safety. All programs are available to individuals age 50 and older. A nominal membership fee is required for participation in many of the free programs. A membership form is available for individuals interested in becoming a member. However, all residents are welcome to participate in fee-based programming...

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Lake County Food Assistance Programs

Our list of food assistance programs includes: food pantries, soup kitchens, congregate meal programs in Lake County.

Willow Creek Care Center

67 East Algonquin Road South
Barrington, IL - 60010
(224) 512-2600
Home Maintenance and Minor Repair Services, Comprehensive Job Assistance Centers, Diabetes Screening, Blood Pressure Screening, English as a Second Language, Legal Counseling, VITA Program Sites, Automotive Repair and Maintenance, Children's Clothing, Food Pantries...

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Oxford House for Women & Children - Isa

310 S Lewis Ave
Waukegan, IL - 60085
(224) 399-9151
Oxford House is a self-run, self-supported recovery house for recovering alcoholics and drug addicts in which shelter, food, case management, individual counseling and group support are provided. Funds might be available to cover the first month's rent and security deposit...

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Oxford House for Women - Rayeanne

656 S McAllister Ave
Waukegan, IL - 60085
(847) 672-4480
Oxford House is a self-run, self-supported recovery house for recovering alcoholics and drug addicts in which shelter, food, case management, individual counseling and group support are provided. Funds might be available to cover the first month's rent and security deposit...

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Oxford House for Women - Hawkins

618 Second St
Waukegan, IL - 60085
(847) 623-5263
Oxford House is a self-managed, self-supported recovery center for the recovering of alcoholics and drug addicts, providing accommodation, food, case management, individual counselling and group support. Funds may be available to cover your first month's rent and security deposit. ..

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Oxford House for Women - Freeman

921 N. Ash St
Waukegan, IL - 60085
(847) 672-8349
Oxford House is a self-run, self-supported recovery house for recovering alcoholics and drug addicts in which shelter, food, case management, individual counseling and group support are provided. Funds might be available to cover the first month's rent and security deposit...

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Oxford House for Women - Chase

2104 Grove Ave
North Chicago, IL - 60064
(224) 656-6378
Oxford House is a self-run, self-supported recovery house for recovering alcoholics and drug addicts in which shelter, food, case management, individual counseling and group support are provided. Funds might be available to cover the first month's rent and security deposit...

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Oxford House for Men - Will

621 Keith Ave
Waukegan, IL - 60085
(847) 360-9418
Oxford House is a self-run, self-supported recovery house for recovering alcoholics and drug addicts in which shelter, food, case management, individual counseling and group support are provided. Funds might be available to cover the first month's rent and security deposit...

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Oxford House for Men - St3

1818 Jenkinson Ct.
Waukegan, IL - 60085
(847) 672-6353
Oxford House is a self-managed and self-sufficient recovery home for alcoholics and drug addicts where accommodation, food, case management, individual counselling and group support are provided. Funds may be available to cover the first month's rent and security deposit. ..

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Oxford House for Men - Skyler

722 Atlantic Ave
Waukegan, IL - 60087
(847) 623-8114
Oxford House is a self-run, self-supported recovery house for recovering alcoholics and drug addicts in which shelter, food, case management, individual counseling and group support are provided. Funds might be available to cover the first month's rent and security deposit...

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Oxford House for Men - Sheridan

1920 20th St
Zion, IL - 60099
847-246-3041
Oxford House is a self-run, self-supported recovery house for recovering alcoholics and drug addicts in which shelter, food, case management, individual counseling and group support are provided. Funds might be available to cover the first month's rent and security deposit...

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Oxford House for Men - Montesano

2227 Western Ave
Waukegan, IL - 60085
(847) 336-8922
Oxford House is a self-managed, self-funded rehabilitation home for recovering alcoholics and drug addicts in which shelter, food, case management, individual counseling and group support are provided. Their funds might be able to cover the first month's rent and security deposit. ..

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Oxford House for Men - McAlister

584 S. McAlister Ave
Waukegan, IL - 60085
(847) 662-6332
Oxford House is a self-managed, self-supported recovery house for recovering alcoholics and drug addicts, offering shelter, meals, case management, individual counseling and group support. Funds may be available to cover the first month's rent and security deposit. ..

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Oxford House for Men - Marshall

519 North Ave
Waukegan, IL - 60085
(224) 381-7908
Services: Oxford House is a self-managed, self-sustaining convalescent home for recovering alcoholics and drug addicts, providing accommodation, meals, case management, individual counseling, and group support. Funds may be available to cover the rent for the first month and the deposit. ..

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Oxford House for Men - Kalimba

2001 Arthur Dr.
Waukegan, IL - 60087
(224) 399-9034
The Oxford House is a self-managed, self-supporting recovery home for alcohol and drug addicts, where shelter, food, case management, individual counselling and group support are provided. Funds may be available to cover the first month's rent and security deposit. ..

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Oxford House for Men - Jocelyn

2133 Western Ave
Waukegan, IL - 60087
(847) 672-6219
Services: Oxford House is a self-managed and self-supported recovery home for recovering alcoholics and drug addicts in which shelter, food, case management, individual advice, and group support are provided. Funds may be available to cover the rent and security deposit for the first month. ..

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Oxford House for Men - Henry

524 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Ave
Waukegan, IL - 60085
(847) 623-2389
Oxford House is a self-run, self-supported recovery house for recovering alcoholics and drug addicts in which shelter, food, case management, individual counseling and group support are provided. Funds might be available to cover the first month's rent and security deposit...

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Oxford House for Men - Harding

213 Dorchester Court
Waukegan, IL - 60085
(847) 336-3499
Oxford House is a self-run, self-supported recovery house for recovering alcoholics and drug addicts in which shelter, food, case management, individual counseling and group support are provided. Funds might be available to cover the first month's rent and security deposit...

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Oxford House for Men - Bonner

25280 Bonner Rd
Wauconda, IL - 60084
224-795-7020
Oxford House is a self-run, self-supported recovery house for recovering alcoholics and drug addicts in which shelter, food, case management, individual counseling and group support are provided. Funds might be available to cover the first month's rent and security deposit...

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Oxford House for Men - Argonne

806 Argonne Dr.
North Chicago, IL - 60064
(847) 578-0616
Oxford House is a self-run, self-supported recovery house for recovering alcoholics and drug addicts in which shelter, food, case management, individual counseling and group support are provided. Funds might be available to cover the first month's rent and security deposit...

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Midwest Veterans Closet

2323 Green Bay Road
North Chicago, IL - 60064
(847) 354-2108
Veteran Employment Programs, Clothing, Household Goods, Food Pantries...

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Lake County Rent and Bill Pay Assistance Programs

Our financial assistance programs include rent assistance, bill pay services, prescription assistance programs, utility assistance, mortgage assistance programs in Lake County.

Family Network - Family Focus

330 Laurel Avenue
Highland Park, IL - 60035
(847) 433-0377
Family Focus offers a wide range of family support programs for children and families, plus outreach, referral and crisis services at our 7 direct service centers in communities throughout the Chicago metropolitan area. Programs offered; parents of young children, young children and children in school, adult services, other family support programming..

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Deerfield Park District - Patty Turner Senior Center

375 Elm St.
Deerfield, IL - 60015
(847)940-4010
Located at 375 Elm Street, this beautiful Deerfield Center is home to a membership base of well over 700 active senior adults. Featuring a wide array of classes, events and excursions, members can select from a wide variety of programming offered throughout the week, on evenings and larger special events on weekends! For area residents, the Patty Turner Center offers a rental program specifically designed for those interested in planning a family event, conducting a private business meeting or even hosting a private cooking party! Of benefit to the community, the Patty Turner Center offers a complete menu of social service programs including monthly support group meetings, resource assistance and a medical lending closet...

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Lake County Various Assistance Programs

Below we list an array of other helpful resource programs we have found in Lake County.

Round Lake Area Park District Senior Center

814 Hart Road
Round Lake, IL - 60073
(847)546-8558
Wondering what to do for fun? Want a place to socialize with people your own age? Become a member of the Round Lake Area Park District Senior Center, a program for adults age 50 and over. Daily drop-in activities, programs, trips, guest speakers and services are all part of the excitement that awaits you. Membership is open to all seniors...

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Mundelein Park District - 50+ Active Adult Programs at Regent Center

1200 Regent Dr
Mundelein, IL - 60060
(847)566-4790
Mundelein Park & Recreation District offers a variety of programs exclusively for ages 50 and over. Programs are held at our Regent Center, a multi-purpose center serving the needs and interests of Mundelein and area residents. Regent Center membership offers a wide variety of programs and services including health/fitness options, trips and special events...

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Libertyville Senior Center

135 W. Church Street
Libertyville, IL - 60048
(847)247-7659
The Senior Center is open to anyone 55 years and above. They offer a wide range of activities including educational, health services, trips and just plain fun activities! ..

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Grayslake Senior Center

50 Library Lane
Grayslake, IL - 60030
(847)543-1041
The Grayslake Senior Center opened in October of 2002. The Center operates under an agreement between the Village and Catholic Charities for the management of the facility. They provide recreational programming activities for seniors in the area...

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Fox Lake Public Library

255 E Grand Ave
Fox Lake, IL - 60020
847-587-0198
Free Tax Preparation for Elderly and Low Income Families...

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Ela Township “55 Plus”

380 Surryse Road
Lake Zurich, IL - 60047
(847)438-9160
Ela Township "55 Plus" is dedicated to providing the highest quality recreational, social and supportive services to adults 55 and older residing in Ela Township. It is our goal to foster a warm environment where individuals can explore and enjoy activities and services designed to meet the needs and enrich the lives of our diverse older adult population...

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Dickinson Hall

100 East Old Mill Road
Lake Forest, IL - 60045
(847)234-2209
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Deerfield Turner Center

375 Elm St
Deerfield, IL - 60015
847-572-2652
Free Tax Preparation for Elderly and Low Income Families...

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Buffalo Grove Park District Club 50

530 Bernard Drive
Buffalo Grove, IL - 60089
(847)850-2117
Wondering What To Do For Fun? Want a place to socialize with active, exciting people your own age? Become a part of the Buffalo Grove Park District's Club 50, a program for adults age 50 and over. Trips, lectures, services, refreshments and planned activities are all part of the excitement that awaits you...

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Barrington Council On Aging

6000 Garlands Ln
Barrington, IL - 60010
847-381-5030
Free Tax Preparation for Elderly and Low Income Families...

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Antioch Senior Center

817 Holbeck Drive
Antioch, IL - 60002
(847)395-0139
The Antioch Senior Center is a multi-purpose delivery at the center.  It is located at 817 Holbeck Avenue, behind the Fire and Rescue Team building on Orchard Street. Anyone 60 years and older is welcome. The center is managed by the Village of Antioch. A 13-member Senior Advisory Council, reflecting the views of the entire membership, assists the Director in the management and decision-making functions of the Center. Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm ..

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Antioch Library

757 Main St
Antioch, IL - 60002
847-395-0874
They provide free tax preparation for elderly and low income families. Hours of Operation: Between 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM on Thursdays For more information, contact them at: 1-847-395-0874. ..

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Lake County Assistance Locations

Government and Private Assistance Programs

Housing Assistance

There are many non-profit and government based organizations dedicated to providing housing and support. We find them for you.

Food Pantry Assistance

Food pantries, soup kitchens, food baskets. We find these local resources and list them.

Free clothing assistance

Thousands of churches and religious organizations offer low-cost or free drug and alcohol treatment as part of their missions.