While we currently do not have emergency shelter capacity, we can help you find the right place to go. Our community partners offer a network of shelters near you.
We also have a hotel-based shelter called the Margarita Inn that operates 365 days a year that is currently full. And we have a daytime drop-in center — open to everyone — that provides case management, health and wellness services, showers, laundry, food, clothing, and storage. These trauma-informed services help our participants move beyond meeting their day-to-day needs and start thinking about their future. For information about services we can offer you as well as information about the Margarita Inn, please call us at 847.475.7070.
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Stories of Success: CynthiaAfter fleeing a domestic violence situation, "Cynthia" had been living on the streets in Evanston off and on for at least six months when she came to our Drop-In center. A few weeks later, Cynthia got a job at a nursing home, making a little over $12/hour, but still had nowhere to sleep at night or keep her belongings. Over the next 8 months, we provided her with basic needs, including food and clothing, a place to take a shower, do laundry and store her things, but most importantly, with case management services. When Cynthia needed a bus card, Connections provided it, and when she needed a uniform for work, Connections purchased it.
While homeless, Cynthia was awarded employee of the month - a true testament to her resilience and courage. A few months ago, Cynthia moved into her own apartment. We provided the move-in fee and first month’s rent so that she could continue to build her rainy day fund. |