Immigrant Community Resources
Updated 11-22-23
The Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights partners with over 60 nonprofit organizations that provide services throughout Illinois.
To connect with organizations for resources, please see the topics and links below.
Organizations on this list can assist in multiple languages with Public Benefits, State Resource Centers, Food Pantries, Emergency Assistance, Financial Assistance, Housing, Utilities, and more.
Resources for Ukrainian Arrivals
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Ukrainian Arrivals Hotline (1-833-242-3842): Offers FREE Ukrainian, Russian, and Polish interpretation services.
Resources for Afghan Arrivals
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Afghan Arrivals Hotline (1-855-685-2998): Dari and Pashto interpreters are available.
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Afghan Arrival Partner Contact: Muslim Women Resource Center
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Address: 2828 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL
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Phone Number: 1-773-764-1686
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Email: info@mwrcnfp.org
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Resources for Southern Border Arrivals
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If you are a recent arrival from the southern border in need of support or know someone who is, you can call ICIRR’s Family Support Hotline at 1-855-435-7693 or 3-1-1.
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Other resources for asylum seekers:
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Chicago CityKey Program: You can use the CityKey as proof of identity in the City of Chicago, including when you open a bank account, rent an apartment, and apply for government services
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Information about Victims of Trafficking, Torture and Other Serious Crimes (VTTC)
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Find here a list of nonprofit organizations that can assist you with Citizenship and DACA renewals.
Other important immigration resources:
Between Friends Chicago: Whether you're in an urgent crisis situation or healing from a past abusive relationship, you can call Between Friends Chicago on their toll-free hotline: 1-800-603-4357. Trained domestic violence staff and volunteers are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week on their toll-free hotline.
The Network, Advocating Against Domestic Violence: The Network is a group of 40+ organizations dedicated to advocating against domestic violence. The Network Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-877-863-6338.
IDHS Domestic Violence Victim Services: Domestic violence programs located throughout Illinois provide safety assistance to victims of domestic violence.
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IDHS Domestic Violence Helpline:
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1-877-TO END DV or 1-877-863-6338 (Voice)
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1-877-863-6339 (TTY).
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As an immigrant living in Illinois, you have certain rights when it comes to your health, regardless of your immigration status. For more information about immigrant healthcare access, visit icirr.org/healthcare-access.
If you need help accessing healthcare, call ICIRR's Family Support Hotline at 1-855-435-7693. Choose your language & follow the prompts. In the final option, press 7 for healthcare.
Other important healthcare resources:
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Find a health clinic near you here
To find an organization that provides immigrant-friendly mental health services, click here.
The ICIRR Family Support Network connects immigrant communities throughout Illinois to a full range of support - social services, legal aid, policy updates, financial assistance, and law enforcement - in collaboration with member organizations.
1-855-HELP-MY-FAMILY
(1-855-435-7693) English/Spanish/Korean/Polish
Hotline Call Options:
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Immigrant Family Support Program (ICCIR's financial support program)
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Report ICE activity/Support to locate someone in ICE custody
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Connect with an immigration attorney
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Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)
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Healthcare resources for immigrants and refugees
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Public charge updates
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Workplace rights, issues, or safety for immigrants