The following links are designed to help single parents and out of work individuals find help during crisis situations.
| Topic | Link |
| Youth Service Bureau - Family and child welfare, outreach, counseling, treatment , foster care, Hispanic Services |  |
| Weather Services(to aid in getting dwellings weatherized) | |
| Safe Journeys- Support, resources and strength for survivors of domestic and sexual abuse | |
| Pathway of Hope (Salvation Army) - Life Skills, education and support programs | |
| Utility Bill Assistance | |
| Under His Wings - Women Center, pregnant and homeless services | |
| Freedom House - Domestic violence and sexual assualt shelter | |
| Abigail Women Clinic - Family planning, pregnancy education, counseling and support, basic nesscessities | |
| Single Parent Connections - Personal and career success, education assistance, life coaching | |
| Illinois Center for Independent Living | |
| PADS - Homeless shelter | |
| Free Legal Advice In Illinois | |