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.

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.

Drop-In Service Locations

Chicago Ave

Serves individuals who are currently experiencing homelessness and physically able to navigate stairs

You can access all services at Hilda’s Place (1458 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).

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

  • Showers

  • Laundry

  • Storage

  • 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