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The Illinois Reentry Resources database is a comprehensive, online directory designed to connect formerly-incarcerated individuals across Illinois with essential services and support. Whether you're searching for housing assistance, employment opportunities, food programs, healthcare, legal aid, or other vital resources, this easy-to-use platform helps you find what you need. Search by location, category, or keyword to access up-to-date listings from trusted local organizations.

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WIN Recovery

Wraparound support services, including housing and recovery-based programming for women and LGBTQ+ clients, legal assistance, mental health support, substance use recovery, employment development, family services

Last updated December 7, 2025

HousingFamily & Children

Wings

Emergency shelter and transitional housing for women experiencing domestic violence and abuse, 24-hour crisis line

Last updated September 14, 2025

Legal AssistanceImmigration

Northern Illinois Justice for our Neighbors

Legal services for immigrants

Last updated November 10, 2024

Family & ChildrenHealthMental Health

Family Focus

Community-based programs that help parents, grandparents, and foster and adoptive parents gain confidence and competence as the primary educators of their children

Last updated September 14, 2025

HealthFamily & Children

Erie Family Health

Primary care, women, pediatrics, free pregnancy tests, children's dental checkups, sliding scale

Last updated November 10, 2024

HousingImmigration

Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Chicago

Rent and utility assistance, housing, domestic violence counseling and case management, immigration services, food, counseling and financial assistance

Last updated November 12, 2024

Employment & Training

Greater Chicago Food Depository Workforce Development

Free 14-week job training program that prepares people for careers in food service

Last updated November 10, 2024

HealthSubstance UseMental Health

Christian Community Health Center

Primary care, dental, mental health, substance use services, sliding scale

Last updated November 10, 2024

Housing

Bridge to Freedom

Faith-based residential reentry program, no cost

Last updated July 8, 2025

Housing

Mercy Housing

Housing for low-income families, seniors, individuals, and people with special needs

Last updated November 10, 2024