People's Resource Center - Wheaton
Address
201 South Naperville Road
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 682-5402
AKA:
PRC
Description:
Building is open to the public on a limited basis. Please refer to service details for modified hours and availability of services.
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Provides support to those living in DuPage County by providing food, clothing, housing and job assistance, along with other services.
Hours:
Monday, Thursday and Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday and Wednesday, 8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Saturday, 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
Languages:
English, Spanish
Handicap Accessible?
Yes
Is Shelter?
No
Date of Official Change:
June 13, 2024
Address Listings
Physical (Primary)
201 South Naperville Road
Wheaton, IL 60187
Contacts
General Email
Jenifer S Fabian
Executive Director
Phone Numbers
Main
(630) 682-5402
Adult Learning & Literacy
(630) 682-5402 x337
ART Program
(630) 682-5402 x241
Computer Program
(630) 682-5402 x267
Fax
(630) 682-5412
Job Search Assistance
(630) 682-5402 x333
Social Services and Rent/Mortgage Assistance
(630) 682-5402 x323
Legal Status:
Non-Profit
Services
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Special Notes/Funding
Service offered remotely/virtually until further notice.
Description
Instruction in English, math, reading skills, GED preparation and citizenship test preparation, and drop-in tutoring sessions open to students at any level of learning. Learning occurs in classrooms, small groups, and one-on-one sessions with volunteer tutors.
Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm; Saturday, 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Eligibility
Residents of DuPage County
Fees
No fees
Intake Procedure
(1) Call Adult Learning and Literacy and leave a message with your name and phone number (2) A staff member will call you to discuss your learning goals
Languages
English, Spanish
Offered Outside of Physical Location
Yes
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Dupage County
- Dupage County
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Description
Instruction on painting, ceramics, collage, and other art and crafts classes from local artists. Supplies are provided.
Availability
Classes offered virtually/remotely until further notice.
Hours
Varies
Required Documents
Confirm any requirements over phone.
Eligibility
Varies by class. Some adult classes and some children's classes for DuPage County residents.
Fees
None
Intake Procedure
Call 630-682-5402 x278 or submit form online to register.
Languages
Spanish, English
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Dupage County
- Dupage County
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Telephone Numbers
Description
Provides financial assistance to pay for a portion of select car maintenance and repairs, including include ignition, brakes, suspension, exhaust, fuel, and tires.
Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:30 am -3:30 pm
Required Documents
May include but not limited to: Photo ID; Proof of residency; Application
Eligibility
DuPage County resident and PRC client, or referral to PRC; Actively seeking a job or currently employed.
Fees
Self-pay portion of repairs
Intake Procedure
(1) Call to register as a client (2) Contact the PRC Care for Cars Program by calling 630-682-5402, extension 323 or send an email to socialservices@peoplesrc.org and leave a message with your name, phone number, and a short explanation of your situation. (3) Complete initial screening. (4) Complete and submit application with help of PRC staff and submit required documents (5) Process may take several days depending upon mechanic evaluation and availability, and number of pending applications.
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Dupage County
- Dupage County
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Telephone Numbers
Description
Donated clothes, shoes and accessories.
Hours
By Appointment Only. Monday, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm; Thursday, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Required Documents
Photo ID; Proof of address
Eligibility
Must be a registered client; Limit 2 visits per month
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
1) Register as a client (2) Call to make an appointment to visit the site during available hours (3) Purchase clothing with available points each month (4) Points do not carry over from one month to the next (5) Each family member is given 5 points to spend each month, 1 item of clothing typically costs 1 point
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Dupage County
- Dupage County
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Telephone Numbers
Special Notes/Funding
Services offered virtually/remotely until further notice.
Description
Provides classes in computer skills and software, including Intro to Computers, Windows Fundamentals, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Those who complete the class are eligible for a refurbished computer. Computers are also available for use during Computer Lab Hours.
Hours
Varies by class
Eligibility
DuPage County resident; 18 years old and older; Basic Windows proficiency needed before registering for certain courses.
Fees
No fees
Intake Procedure
(1) Register as a client or fill out interest form on website (2) Call during listed hours to register for a class (3) Call or email questions to ct@peoplesrc.org
Languages
English, Spanish
Offered Outside of Physical Location
Yes
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Dupage County
- Dupage County
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Special Notes/Funding
Service offered remotely/virtually until further notice.
Description
Assistance for unemployed residents of DuPage County in finding and keeping a job. Provides workshops, skills assessments and one-on-one job search coaching. Also partners with area employers to connect pre-screened candidates with employers seeking to hire.
Hours
Monday and Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; Tuesday to Thursday, 8:00 am - 9:00 pm; Saturday, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Eligibility
Resident of DuPage County
Fees
No fees
Intake Procedure
(1) Call Job Assistance and leave a message with a name and phone number, (2) A staff person will call back to complete a phone assessment.
Languages
Spanish, English
Offered Outside of Physical Location
Yes
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Dupage County
- Dupage County
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Description
Weekly food pantry provided curbside or in person for eligible residents. The number of appointments will be limited to control traffic and make sure there are enough parking spots.
Hours
Tuesday, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm (By Appointment Only); Wednesday, 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm (curbside, no appointments); Thursday, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm (By Appointment Only); Saturday, 9:00 am - 11:00 am (curbside, no appointments)
Required Documents
Photo ID with current address; Proof of current address (current utility bill, lease, benefit letter, etc.); Information on any additional people in your household
Eligibility
Resident of DuPage County
Fees
None
Intake Procedure
By-Appointment Days: (1) Call for an appointment (2) Arrive within 15 minutes of your appointment, being late will need the appointment to be rescheduled; Curbside: Arrive during listed hours and stay outside in your car or on the bench, staff will bring food out to the clients
Languages
English, Spanish
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Dupage County
- Dupage County
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Special Notes/Funding
Service offered remotely/virtually until further notice.
Description
Assistance with completing and submitting state food assistance program application.
Hours
Monday and Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; Tuesday to Thursday, 8:00 am - 9:00 pm; Saturday, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Required Documents
Photo ID; Verification of household members; Proof of address; Proof of and details on all income sources
Eligibility
Residents of DuPage County
Fees
None
Intake Procedure
Call to verify availability
Languages
Spanish, English
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Dupage County
- Dupage County
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Telephone Numbers
Description
Online Job Board open to the public.
Hours
7 days a week, 24 hours a day
Required Documents
None
Eligibility
None
Fees
None
Intake Procedure
(1) Call 630-682-5402 x333 and leave a message with your name and number, OR (2) Email your questions to learning@peoplesrc.org.
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Dupage County
- Dupage County
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Telephone Numbers
Special Notes/Funding
Service offered remotely/virtually until further notice.
Description
Security Deposit payment assistance for those who are experiencing homelessness and are requiring this assistance to gain housing in DuPage County.
Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm; Saturday, 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Required Documents
Valid Photo ID; Verification of household members; Verification of all income sources and amounts
Eligibility
Residing or moving into DuPage County; Meet program income guidelines
Fees
No fees
Intake Procedure
(1) Call the Rent/Mortgage Assistance number to leave a message including a name, phone number, and description of the reason for the request, (2) A staff person will call back to complete an assessment by phone, (3) If appropriate, an appointment will be scheduled to complete an application, (4) All required documentation must be provided at the time of the appointment.
Languages
English, Spanish
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Dupage County
- Dupage County
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Special Notes/Funding
Service offered remotely/virtually until further notice.
Description
Limited rent payment assistance for those residing or moving into DuPage County.
Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm; Saturday, 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Required Documents
Photo ID; Verification of household members; Verification of all income sources and amounts; Verification of residency
Eligibility
Residing or moving into DuPage County; Meet program income guidelines
Fees
No fees
Intake Procedure
(1) Call the Rent/Mortgage Assistance number to leave a message including a name, phone number, and description of the reason for the request, OR email socialservices@peoplesrc.org, (2) A staff person will call back to complete an assessment by phone, (3) If appropriate, an appointment will be scheduled to complete an application, (4) All required documentation must be provided at the time of the appointment.
Languages
English, Spanish
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Dupage County
- Dupage County
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