Resources for young people. Everything from sexual and mental health,, to voting rights and immigration. Brought to you with love by Yollocalli Arts Reach
Mental Health If you are in crisis or considering suicide, please reach out for help. If you or someone you know is currently in danger, please dial 911 immediately. Crisis chat & textlines:
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 800-273-8255 A national network of local crisis centers, confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. Open 24/7, FREE. IMAlive www.imalive.org 24/7 online crisis chat that provides immediate contact to a trained crisis counselor. FREE. Crisis Text line Text HOME to 741-741 Text from anywhere in the USA, open 24/7. Connect with a Crisis Counselor trained to bring texters from a hot moment to a cool calm. FREE. NAMI Chicago Helpline 833-626-4244 M-F: 9AM-8PM, Sat & Sun: 9AM-5PM, Closed on holidays. Calling the mental health helpline is confidential and open to all! FREE.
Local, general, & non-emergency resources: Lawndale Christian Health Center www.lawndale.org/service/behavioral-health SOS Group teaches teens coping skills & calming techniques. No parent needed if over 12. FREE. Erie House eriehouse.org/ For survivors of domestic abuse, sexual assault, and other violent crimes: legal consultation & representation and mental health care. FREE. Mt. Sinai- Under the Rainbow www.sinai.org Outpatient therapy program for youth and their families. Evaluation and treatment for mental and behavioral health in English and Spanish. Mental Health America www.mhanational.org/ Online screenings for common mental health conditions, plus treatments and resources. Teen Line www.teenlineonline.org 310.855.4673 or text “TEEN� to 839863 Teen-to-teen hotline available every night from 6-10 pm. Confidential and anonymous. FREE. Illinois Warm Line (866) 359-7953, Mon-Fri 8am-5pm The warm Line is NOT a crisis line, but a wellness chat line that helps with identifying triggers and developing action plans. FREE.
Sexual Health Note: If you are 12 and older, Illinois law says it’s okay for you to go to your healthcare appointments (such as visits for STI testing or birth control) without your parents knowing. Everything you tell healthcare staff during your appointments will be kept private as within the scope of the law (under the HIPAA Privacy Act). More info about your health rights in the “Know Your Rights” section of this booklet.
Juno 4 Me juno4me.org/ FREE IUDs (implant birth control), plus free transportation, and free check ups! FREE. Scarleteen www.scarleteen.com/ Sexuality & relationship education website. Articles, message boards, advice, LIVE chat & text. FREE. Chicago Abortion Fund www.chicagoabortionfund.org/ Financial support for those needing assistance paying for an abortion. Midwest Access Coalition www.midwestaccesscoalition.org Helps people traveling within the Midwest to access a safe, legal abortion. Includes travel coordination and costs, lodging, food, medicine, and emotional support. Lawndale Christian Health Center www.lawndale.org/ Free pregnancy & HIV tests! Free condoms. Walk-ins welcome. Chicago Wears Condoms chicagowearscondoms.com/ Locate free condoms! Go get em!
Lurie Children’s www.luriechildrens.org/en/specialties-conditions/hiv-s ti-screening/ Confidential HIV/STI screening for anyone age 12-24. Walk-ins welcome. FREE. Illinois Bypass Coordination Project www.ilbypasscoordinationproject.org/ A young person’s guide to understanding pregnancy options, legal rights, costs, & clinics. Abortion, adoption and parenting.
LGBTQ+ Project Vida projectvida.org/ Located in Little Village. Services to individuals and their families impacted by HIV/AIDS. Free condoms. Center on Halsted www.centeronhalsted.org The largest lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community center in the Midwest. Trevor Project 1-866-488-7386 24/7 free talk line for young people in crisis, feeling suicidal, or in need of a safe and judgment-free place to talk. FREE. Queery queery.org/ Searchable online directory of LGBTQ services in Chicagoland!
Domestic and Sexual Violence Rape Crisis Hotline 888-293-20808 The Rape Crisis Hotlines provide survivors of sexual violence and their significant others immediate support, crisis intervention and referrals. 24/7. FREE. RAINN www.rainn.org or online.rainn.org 24/7 helpline 800-656-4673 Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN) is the nation's largest anti-sexual violence organization. Safe, confidential and FREE. Mujeres Latinas en Accion mujereslatinasenaccion.org/ 2124 West 21st Place, Crisis Hotline: 312-738-5358 Domestic & sexual violence programs: intervention, court advocacy, and counseling. English & Spanish. FREE. Y WCA www.ywcachicago.org 312.733.2102 Services are provided to survivors of sexual abuse, assault, exploitation, and harassment, ages 3+. FREE. Domestic Violence Legal Clinic 555 West Harrison Street, Suite 1900 312-325-9155 Legal services for victims of domestic violence who are seeking civil orders of protection. Walk in only Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:00pm. FREE.
Between Friends www.betweenfriendschicago.org 800-603-4357, 24/7 crisis line Free counseling for survivors of domestic violence, free legal assistance (explaining your rights, assisting with paperwork, and accompany you to court). FREE.
Homelessness Transitional Living Program www.benefits.gov/benefit/619 Provides homeless youth, 16-22, with stable, safe living accommodations for up to 21 months. Ignite www.ignitepromise.org 3745 S Indiana Ave. Call 24/7 866-803-8336 or Text 24/7 312-625-1858 Resources for youth 14-24 who are unstably housed or experiencing homelessness. Broadway Youth Center howardbrown.org/ 4009 N. Broadway (NORTH SIDE) 773.388.1600 ext 9 Space for LGBTQ youth 12-24 experiencing homelessness/ housing instability. Also, medical, social, and mental wellness services. FREE. New Moms www.newmoms.org 5317 W. Chicago Ave, 773.252.3253 Housing for young mothers ages 18-24 and their children who are experiencing homelessness. Plus, family support services and job training.
Immigration National Immigrant Justice Center www.immigrantjustice.org/ Legal services for low-income immigrants, many FREE. Enlace www.enlacechicago.org/ 2756 S Harding Ave, 2329 S Troy Ave Immigration workshops and assistance with immigration applications. Plus, legal services and education. FREE. Erie House eriehouse.org/programs/citizenship-and-immigration FREE citizenship classes and naturalization workshops. Low-cost attorney consultations. The Resurrection Project resurrectionproject.org/ Weekly walk-in immigration consultations every Saturday at 9 a.m., first-come first-serve. Latinos Progresando latinospro.org/ Low- cost legal aid, DACA renewals, and legal education.
DACA National Immigrant Justice Center www.immigrantjustice.org/calendar/deferred-actionclinics-daca FREE DACA renewal clinics in Chicago. Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights www.icirr.org/daca-fees Help with funding DACA renewal fees.
Legal Aid North Lawndale Legal Clinic UCAN: 3605 West Filmore Street 3rd Tuesday of the month, 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Free legal clinic where you can speak with an attorney about any civil legal issue. Walk-ins only. FREE. Chicago Volunteer Legal Service www.cvls.org/clinics Offers FREE legal help at location across the city. St. Procopius: 1641 S. Allport Street 312-226-7887 Meets the 2nd Saturday of the month from 10:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. By appointment only. FREE. Illinois Legal Aid www.illinoislegalaid.org/legal-information/expunge-juv enile-records This online program will help you prepare your documents to expunge juvenile records. It will provide you with a completed set of court forms that you can save and print. FREE. Juvenile Expungement Help Desk www.cookcountycourt.org/FORPEOPLEWITHOUTLAWY ERS/HelpDesksintheCourthouse.aspx Cook County Juvenile Center, 1100 South Hamilton (312) 229-6359 Legal assistance to expunge (erase) criminal records that occurred before the age of 18. First come, first served. Walk-ins only: Mon-Fri, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. FREE.
Rights Know your rights in school www.aclu.org/know-your-rights/students-rights/ Know your rights with cops cldc.org/youth-know-your-rights/ Minors: know your health rights www.chataboutit.org/know-your-rights/ Know your rights with recreational cannabis www.aclu-il.org/en/know-your-rights/know-your-rights -marijuana-use-illinois Know your rights in the workplace www.arisechicago.org/ Free, downloadable Worker Rights Manual
Voting Illinois Online Voter Application ova.elections.il.gov Ballot Ready www.ballotready.org/ Every candidate and measure, explained! Research and print your ballot choices! Know your rights while voting in Illinois www.aclu-il.org/en/campaigns/registering-and-votingillinois
Misc. ISAC studentportal.isac.org/isacorps Meet with recent college grads for free one-on-one assistance. Help with scholarship searches, FAFSA completion, and student financial aid. FREE. Illinois College \ University food pantries www.isac.org/students/during-college/documents/Col lege-Food-Pantries-Illinois.pdf If you are an Illinois college or university student struggling to afford food, there is help available! Healthy Hood Chicago www.healthyhoodchi.com 2242 S Damen, 773.876.0317 Small fitness studio with cheap classes like trap yoga and karate. Corazon Community Services corazoncs.org/community-events.html 5339 W 25th Street, Cicero, 708-656-1400 Gang tattoo removal. First come, first served. LOW COST. Healthcare Alternative Systems www.hascares.org/program/youth-substanceabuse-treatment-and-prevention/ 4534 S. Western Ave Alcohol/substance dependence and abuse counseling for youth ages 12-18. Free/ low cost.
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