Apna Ghar, Inc.
4753 North Broadway
Suite 632
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 334-0173
Apna Ghar is a domestic violence shelter serving primarily Asian women and children, and was the first Asian shelter of its kind in the Mid-Western United States. Apna Ghar takes its name from a Hindi-Urdu phrase meaning "Our Home", and since January 1990 has served over 5400 domestic violence clients. Crisis Line (Illinois): 1-800-717-0757 (Out of State): 1-773-334-4663

Between Friends
P.O. Box 608548
Chicago, IL 60660
(773) 274-5232
Provides comprehensive services for women and children affected by domestic violence, and prevention and education programs for teens and adults in the community. 24 hour Crisis Hotline: 800-603-HELP(4357)

Community Crisis Center
P.O. Box 1390
Elgin, IL 60121
(847) 697-2380
The Community Crisis Center helps those in crisis due to domestic violence, sexual assault, or economic circumstances. We offer the following services: a 24-hour crisis hotline and information and referral; emergency shelter; individual and group counseling; medical, legal and welfare advocacy; emergency assistance with food, clothing, rent and utilities; and transitional housing. Fees: none Languages: English and Spanish

Constance Morris House
6120 S. Archer Road
Summit, IL
708.485.0069
The mission of Constance Morris House is to provide physical and psychological safety to women and their children, fleeing abusive relationships and to empower their clients to make informed choices about their lives.

DuPage County Health Department - Access Crisis Center
440 Finley Road
Lombard, IL 60148
(630) 627-1700 -24 hour crisis hotline
Emotional and Family Crisis Center. Phone first for outpatient, referrals and on the spot counseling. Respite care: stay several hours or overnight with support services. Psychiatrist available part-time. Adults only (17 years and older) Fees: sliding scale

Family Shelter Service
605 E Roosevelt Road
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 221-8290
HOTLINE: (630) 469-5650 Crisis center, residential short term housing for domestic violence cases. Court advocacy for women's protection. Children and group counseling. Battered women's program, men/women support group. Parenting classes. Fees: None Language: English/Spanish

Hamdard Center
228 East Lake Street
Addison, IL 60101
(630) 835-1432
A multi-cultural, multilingual, comprehensive health and social service community agency dedicated to serving the South Asian, Middle Eastern and the Bosnian communities in Illinois. Crisis line:866-305-3933

Lambs Fold
153 S. Ottawa Street
Joliet, IL 60436
815-723-5262
Lamb's Fold Center for Women and Children helps homeless women and children and victims of domestic violence transition to successful independence through educational enhancement, supportive services, and personalized recovery services.

Lifespring Center -Wayside Cross Ministries
517 College Avenue
Suite 102
Aurora, IL 60505
(630) 851-0187
Lifespring Ministry is a 12 month residential program for the women and children in crisis. Assists "homeless-for whatever reason"-abused, addicted, unemployed, evicted, destitute, or desperate.

OMNI Youth Services
1111 West Lake Cook Rd
Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
(847) 353-1500
Offers support, guidance and intervention to youth at risk for family crises and destructive personal choices, such as substance abuse and violent behavior for families in the North/Northwest Suburbs. Programs include: Parent- Aid program, Parents Anonymous, Counseling and Youth Mentor.