Click here for resources for Teens and Young Adults (18-25)
Click here for the Outreach and Health Bus schedule.
Click here for the Outreach and Health CTA stop schedule.
Click here for the Harold Washington Library schedule.
Click here for more information about The Night Ministry resources
Resources for Adults
For emergency shelter
Call 3-1-1. This is not an immediate service. Notify the operator if you have special needs.
For the Street Medicine Team serving unhoused individuals
Call the Street Medicine Outreach Team at
773-256-7549.
For shelter placements and interim basic services
Visit the Shelter Placement and Resource Center (SPARC) at 2241 S. Halsted Street. SPARC is a 24-hour intake shelter for adults. Drop in or call 3-1-1 to check bed availability.
For the Health Outreach Bus Team serving unhoused and unstably housed individuals
Call 773-372-3953 or check the Health Outreach Bus schedule below.
Resources for Teens and Young Adults (<24 years)
For emergency housing
Call The Night Ministry at 877-286-2523.
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For support
Call the Youth Outreach Team at 773-506-3122.
If you are in crisis
Call The National Runaway Safeline’s 24/7 crisis line at 1-800-Runaway (786-2929).
If you are LGBTQ+ and need a safe space
Visit the Broadway Youth Center at
1023 W. Irving Park or call 773-388-1600.
For information about services in Chicago
The Streetlight Chicago Mobile App has listings for health care services, overnight shelter
Street Medicine Team: travels to sites across the city, Monday through Saturday. Call 773-256-7549
Harold Washington Library: drop-in hours offered on Mondays for access to case workers and health/mental health care.
Health Outreach Bus: brings medical care and community to underserved areas of Chicago, Sunday through Thursday.
CTA Outreach: connects with unhoused individuals at public transit locations, providing essential resources.
What We Offer all ages:
Case Workers: Help with housing, shelters, rehab centers, navigating government programs, and practical advice.
Harm Reduction: Harm reduction kits with safe-use supplies, substance use treatment referrals, and behavioral health support available.
Health Care: Basic medical care; Blood pressure & blood sugar checks; Referrals for medical and dental care; Wound care, medications, and chronic conditions.
Human Connection: Conversation, connections, food, water, and basic supplies.
Other Resources for all ages:
help connecting with government programs, ID cards and documents, please call: 773-372-3953
Do you need help accessing housing or health care services?
The Night Ministry and other Chicago-based organizations are here to help. Use this list of resources for assistance. Click here for the Bus, Van, and Library schedules.
Resources for Adults
For emergency shelter
Call 3-1-1. This is not an immediate service. Notify the operator if you have special needs.
For the Street Medicine Team serving unhoused individuals
Call the Street Medicine Outreach Team at
773-256-7549.
For shelter placements and interim basic services
Visit the Shelter Placement and Resource Center (SPARC) at 2241 S. Halsted Street. SPARC is a 24-hour intake shelter for adults. Drop in or call 3-1-1 to check bed availability.
For the Health Outreach Bus Team serving unhoused and unstably housed individuals
Call 773-372-3953 or check the Health Outreach Bus schedule below.
Call The National Runaway Safeline’s 24/7 crisis line at 1-800-Runaway (786-2929).
If you are LGBTQ+ and need a safe space
Visit the Broadway Youth Center at
1023 W. Irving Park or call 773-388-1600.
For information about services in Chicago
The Streetlight Chicago Mobile App has listings for health care services, overnight shelter
Schedule For Outreach Services:
Harold Washington Library
Monday
10 AM – 2 PM
400 South State St, 7th Floor
Health Outreach Bus
Sunday
12 PM – 4 PM
Tent Encampments
Monday
3 PM – 4 PM
Pilsen
(18th & Blue Island)
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
New City
(54th & Halsted)
6 PM - 7 PM
South Shore
(70th Place & Jeffrey)
Tuesday
12 PM – 4 PM
Tent Encampments
Wednesday
3 PM – 4 PM
Pilsen
(18th & Blue Island)
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
New City
(54th & Halsted)
6 PM – 7 PM
South Shore
(70th Place & Jeffrey)
Thursday
12 PM – 4 PM
Tent Encampments
CTA Outreach
Wednesday
7 PM – 11 PM (Sept–May)
8 PM – 12 AM (June–Aug)
Red Line
Howard Stop
Thursday
7 PM – 11 PM (Sept–May)
8 PM – 12 AM (June–Aug)
Blue Line
Forest Park
Where we help all ages:
Street Medicine Team: travels to sites across the city, Monday through Saturday.
Harold Washington Library: drop-in hours offered on Mondays for access to case workers and health/mental health care.
Health Outreach Bus: brings medical care and community to underserved areas of Chicago, Sunday through Thursday.
CTA Outreach: connects with unhoused individuals at public transit locations, providing essential resources.
What We Offer all ages:
Case Workers: Help with housing, shelters, rehab centers, navigating government programs, and practical advice.
Harm Reduction: Harm reduction kits with safe-use supplies, substance use treatment referrals, and behavioral health support available.
Health Care: Basic medical care; Blood pressure & blood sugar checks; Referrals for medical and dental care; Wound care, medications, and chronic conditions.
Human Connection: Conversation, connections, food, water, and basic supplies.
Other Resources for all ages:
help connecting with government programs, ID cards and documents, please call: 773-372-3953
Short-term and Emergency Housing (ages 18-24)
The Crib: 877-286-2523
Young adults 18–24
Overnight emergency shelter
Safe sleeping environment
Meals and basic necessities
Gateway to interim and permanent housing
Interim Housing: 877-286-2523
Young adults 18–24
120 days housing
Steppingstone to permanent housing
Family reunification for minors
Long-term Housing at The Night Ministry (ages <25)
The Night Ministry community gathered in support of our mission at Lacuna Lofts in Pilsen. With our special guest host, Lou Manfredini of HouseSmarts, WGN Radio 720, and WGN TV, we raised more than $347,000 to assist Chicago's unhoused residents. See photos from Lighting Up the Night 2024.
During the evening, we honored the Family of Rev. Barbara Bolsen, Chicago Transit Authority, and Alicia Pond for their service to The Night Ministry and the Chicago community. Learn more about our honorees.
Learn about past Lighting Up the Night Benefit Evenings.
1735 North Ashland Avenue, Suite 2000, Chicago, IL 60622 | 773-784-9000 The Night Ministry is a 501(c)3 charitable organization. Our Federal Tax ID (EIN) is 36-3145764.
