We Help Youth Facing Homelessness in Chicago

Covenant House Illinois provides shelter and support to young people ages 18-24 who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness or human trafficking in Chicago. We offer a safe, caring environment and access to necessities that empower young people to build a brighter future. Our mission is to help all youth who come to our doors, at no cost, and without exception.  

Location

Shelter Address:   
2934 W. Lake Street 
Chicago, IL 60612 

Drop-In Services: 
M-Tu, F: 8:30am – 4pm 
W: by appointment 
Th: 8:30am – 7:00pm 
Sa: 8:30am – 2:30pm 
Su: closed 

Phone:   
872-810-3248

Who We Help

Ages Served:   
Young people ages 18-24    

LGBTQ+ Youth?   
We are a safe space for LGBTQ+ youth.   

Services 

Drop-in & Outreach Services, On-site Housing, Healthcare, Workforce Development, Case Management 

Walk-In?   
Yes  

Get Help Now

If you are a young person or know someone who needs help in Chicago, Covenant House is here for you. Call us now at 312-759-7878 or visit us:   

2934 W. Lake Street 
Chicago, IL 60612 

Emergency services available 24/7. 

Covenant House Chicago Site - homeless shelters in illinois

Youth Drop-In Center and Housing  

Unhoused youth in Chicago can access short-term emergency care through our daytime drop-in center and on-site housing programs. 

  • Youth Development Center: Our drop-in center provides temporary shelter, safety, and access to essential resources and services including meals, showers, clothing, hygiene supplies and medical care. 
  • Residential Housing Program: 37-bed capacity interim housing program, where we offer youth a safe, patient, and loving place to stay and get help. 
  • Rights of Passage Program: 18 bed transitional housing program for youth to stay for up to 24 months while receiving a full spectrum of wrapround support services. 

Safety and Well-Being at our Shelters 

Covenant House Illinois is a safe space. Our doors are open to all youth, regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression. Our team members treat our young people with absolute respect and unconditional love.  

Our Programs and Services  

Our programs and services are designed to meet the immediate and long-term needs of young people facing homelessness. Through on-site support and collaborative agreements with leading agencies, we provide our young people with access to an array of services to support them on their way to achieving independence. 

  • Short-Term Care: We offer young people a safe place to rest, access to meals, showers and laundry, lockers, and other support services to help meet basic and urgent needs. 
  • Outreach Services & Referrals: Our outreach teams educate schools, community centers, and organizations throughout Chicago about our youth services. We also provide young people with referrals to other local service providers. 
  • Education & Job Services: Through on-site direct support and referrals, we provide educational support and job training services to help young people prepare for and find jobs. 
  • Case Management: All youth work with a clinical case manager to help build customized care plans to help them achieve their goals. 
  • Other support services: access to medical and mental health services, substance use treatment, life skills workshops, legal services, transportation assistance, and family reunification. 

Our Services and Programs Are Always Free  

There are no fees or costs to access our services or stay at Covenant House Illinois. Our goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment for youth to get the support they need.  

Learn more about the programs for youth at CHIL.  

Get Involved with Covenant House Illinois 

We invite and encourage individuals and organizations to get involved with Covenant House Illinois. Whether you donate, volunteer, or join Sleep Out, you'll help us continue to make a difference in the lives of unhoused youth in Chicago. 

homeless youth eating lunch at shelter | Covenant House

Shelter Is Only the Beginning 

From crisis to care: Find out what it's like when a young person enters our doors.