Drop-in services deliver basic needs and restore dignity
Why are drop-in services important? People experiencing homelessness deserve to live with dignity, which is why we offer two different sites where people can come without an appointment in order to charge their phones, take a shower, get basic medical care, or do their laundry while speaking with case workers about their housing and financial situations.
Our trauma-informed services help our participants meet their daily needs, allowing them to move beyond concerns about fundamental necessities and start thinking about their futures.
Drop-In Service Locations
Connections for the Homeless currently offers two locations providing basic services to meet the needs of our community. Services and times may vary, so see what each location offers below.
ATTENTION!
Starting August 10th, Hilda's Place drop-in services will move to the 1st and 2nd floors of Lake Street Church.
Please enter through the courtyard entrance.
Under Construction!
We’re doing construction to reopen shelter at Hilda’s Place! Soon, the basement of Lake Street Church (where Hilda's Place is right now) will be transformed into a brand new, 30-bed overnight shelter open year-round to people of all genders.
Construction begins in August 2026 and finishes in Spring 2027. After construction we’ll have new showers, laundry, a working elevator, and a brand-new overnight shelter. Worth the wait!
Drop in will still take place on the first and second floor of Lake Street Church during the same hours. Showers and laundry services will be unavailable at this time. Lockers will be located at St. Marks. Learn about other resources to meet these needs during construction below.
Questions? Talk to any staff member at Hilda's Place.
Chicago Ave
Serves individuals who are currently experiencing homelessness and physically able to navigate stairs
You can access all services through the courtyard entrance (1450 Chicago Ave, Evanston) from:
9:00 am – 11:00 am, Monday through Friday
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm*, Monday through Friday (*No afternoon sessions on Wednesdays).
Aug 2026-Spring 2027:
Lockers are now at St Mark's (1509 Ridge Ave, where Sue's Place/Interfaith's Hospitality Center is) and be available 7-11am or by appointment
Showers and Laundry are not available during construction. You can visit the Robert Crown Community Center for showers during the construction period.
Available services:
Support Services
Housing assistance
Rental assistance
Help getting your ID
Apply for government benefits
Daily Services
Food pantry
Sack lunches
Large selection of adult clothing and shoes
Internet Access
Health Services
Health and wellness services
Mental health counseling
Wound care
2121 Dewey
Serves families, housed people, and individuals with physical disabilities
You can also access services at 2121 Dewey Ave, Evanston, from:
9:00am – 11:00am, Monday through Friday
12:00pm - 2:00pm*, Monday through Friday (*No afternoon sessions on Wednesdays).
Available services:
Support Services
Housing assistance
Rental assistance
Help getting your ID
Apply for government benefits
Daily Services
Expanded food pantry
Sack lunches
Adult clothing and shoes
Showers
Internet Access
Questions? Contact us at 847.475.7070 from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday.
Additional drop-in resources in Evanston
Interfaith Action of Evanston’s Hospitality Center is open 7:00 am - 11:00 am, Monday through Friday, at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church (1509 Ridge Ave, Evanston).
Services include:
Coffee and Breakfast
Employment Support
Computer and Phone Access