Services We Offer
We are committed to offering services that help meet immediate needs & services that help build toward a more sustainable future for individuals and families in the Chicagoland area.
C.A.R.S.™ Ministry
Overcome your transportation challenges through car inspection and repair services.
Care Team
Meet with a volunteer who will listen to you, offer support and see which services we have to help you.
Clothing Store
Shop for quality, fashionable clothing for both children and adults.
Dental & Vision Clinic
Receive dental and vision care services from doctors and professionals at the Care Center Clinic.
Employment Services
Receive support on your employment search with one-on-one counseling.
Food Store
Shop the full-choice food pantry for fresh produce, bread, canned goods, meat and more free of charge.
Kids Zone
Care for and play with the kids of the Care Center in the Kids Zone while their parents receive services.
Legal Aid
Navigate your legal issues with the help of trusted attorneys who provide legal counsel and referrals.
Additional Resources
Find even more resources by exploring our Care Center Partners.
Celebrating Black History Month
Honoring our Community
For the month of February, the Care Center will be honoring the history and culture of Black America with food samples, music, crafts and activities for children, and by collecting Culturally Responsive Foods. These items will help stock the Food Store with foods that reflect the diversity of our guests and reflect this culture.
First Time Guests
What to Expect
- When you arrive, please let the volunteer know this is your first time visiting.
- Please bring your cell phone (when possible), photo ID, and proof of address*. Our volunteers will help you get registered for services and guide you through any next steps.
- While you wait, a volunteer can show you around the Care Center and answer your questions.
Notes
- Walk-ins are welcomed for most services. In-person and/or phone appointments are offered for select services.
- *Documents accepted for proof of address (digital or printed): a utility bill, mortgage/bank statement, employer paystub, unemployment benefit statement, or prescription issued in the last 30 days. Proof of income is required for some services.
FAQs
Please contact [email protected] with additional questions.
The Care Center is open the following dates and times:
- Tuesdays: 10 a.m.-12 p.m. & 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
- Wednesdays: 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
- Thursdays: 10 a.m.-12 p.m. & 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
- Saturdays: 8 a.m.-10 a.m.
Certain services operate within specific hours. Please visit the Services page for more details.
Please bring your cell phone (when possible), photo ID, and proof of address. Documents accepted for proof of address (digital or printed): a utility bill, mortgage/bank statement, employer paystub, unemployment benefit statement, or prescription issued in the last 30 days. Proof of income is required for some services.
Some services offer appointments while other services operate on a first come, first served basis.
- The Food Store and Clothing Store are open during Care Center hours on a first come, first served basis. Appointments are not offered.
- The Care Team, Legal Aid, and Employment Services offer both in person and phone appointments. Walk ins are welcome on a first come, first served basis but are not guaranteed an appointment.
- Visits to the C.A.R.S. Ministry and Dental & Vision Clinic require approval from the Care Team in order to qualify for these services and schedule an appointment.
The Care Center is closed for major holidays including but not limited to Christmas, Easter, the week of the 4th of July; and special events throughout the year hosted by the Care Center or Willow Creek Community Church such as the Back to School Bash or Global Leadership Summit.
A full list of closure dates for the current calendar year can be found here.
The Care Center accepts both financial donations and tangible goods. Please visit the Give page for a full list of accepted donations.
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us! Check out our top volunteer needs and see which serving opportunity would interest you most on our Volunteer page.