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People's Resource Center - Westmont

Address

104 Chestnut Avenue
Westmont, IL 60559

(630) 682-5402

www.peoplesrc.org

AKA:

PRC

Description:

UPDATE: Food Pantry is temporarily closed for renovations until Monday, December 9.

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Provides support to those in need living in DuPage County. Helps with food, clothing, rent, job assistance, along with other services.

Hours:

Monday and Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday to Thursday, 8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Saturday, 8:00 am - 1:00 pm

Languages:

Spanish, English

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Is Shelter?

No

Related Resource

Date of Official Change:

June 13, 2024

Address Listings

Physical (Primary)

104 Chestnut Avenue
Westmont, IL 60559

Contacts

General Email

Jenifer S Fabian

Executive Director

Phone Numbers

Main

(630) 682-5402

Adult Learning & Literacy

(630) 682-5402 x331

Art Studio

(630) 682-5402 x241

Care for Cars

(630) 682-5402 x323

Computer Access Program

(630) 682-5402 x247

Computer Literacy Program

(630) 682-5402 x267

Fax

(630) 682-5412

Job Assistance

(630) 682-5402 x333

Rent/Mortgage Assistance

(630) 682-5402 x323

Legal Status:

Non-Profit

Special Notes/Funding

Classes offered virtually until further notice.

Description

Instruction in English, math, reading skills, GED preparation and citizenship test preparation. Learning occurs in classrooms, small groups, and one-on-one sessions with volunteer tutors.

Hours

Varies by schedule

Eligibility

Residents of DuPage County

Fees

No fees

Intake Procedure

(1) Contact Adult Learning and Literacy, Anum Abdullah at PRC, at aabdullah@peoplesrc.org or call 630-682-5402, ext. 331.and leave a message with your name and phone number. (2) A staff member will call you to discuss your learning goals

Languages

Spanish, English

Offered Outside of Physical Location

Yes

Geography Served

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  • Illinois
    • 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

    Some classes are offered in person and some are offered online.

    Hours

    Registration by phone: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; Saturday, 9:00 am - 11:00 am Classes: Hours vary

    Required Documents

    Confirm any requirements over phone. May include: Proof of residency.

    Eligibility

    Residents of DuPage County

    Fees

    None

    Intake Procedure

    (1) Call 630-682-5402 x278 during listed registration hours or submit form online to register to become a PRC Client. (2) See art class schedule on website and email or call to register

    Languages

    English, Spanish

    Geography Served

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    • Illinois
      • Dupage County

      Telephone Numbers

      Number:
      630-682-5402 x241
      Name:
      Art Studio
      Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (PL-7400.0500) and related services within the Service Tree.

      Description

      Provides payment assistance for affordable car repair for low-income residents in order to conduct job searches or retain employment.

      Hours

      Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

      Required Documents

      Application; PRC Client ID or referral from partner agency

      Eligibility

      People's Resource Center Clients or clients of a partner agency who are actively seeking a job or are already employed. Typical repairs include ignition, brakes, suspension, exhaust, fuel, and tires. Transmission repairs and body work are beyond the scope of this program.

      Fees

      Self-pay a portion of repairs

      Intake Procedure

      (1) Call 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. (2) Complete initial screening to determine eligibility (3) Complete Care for Cars application including supplemental documents (4) Application approval process takes several days, including assessment of needed repairs and availability of mechanic

      Geography Served

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      • Illinois
        • Dupage County

        Telephone Numbers

        Number:
        630-682-5402 x323
        Type:
        Voice
        Name:
        Care for Cars
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        Description

        Donated clothes, shoes and accessories for registered clients.

        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

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        • Illinois
          • Dupage County
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          Description

          Provides free refurbished computers to residents in need.

          Availability

          One computer per household

          Hours

          By appointment

          Eligibility

          DuPage County residents

          Fees

          None

          Intake Procedure

          (1) Register as a PRC client (2) Contact computer access team to request a computer

          Geography Served

          None

          Telephone Numbers

          Number:
          630-682-5402 x247
          Type:
          Voice
          Name:
          Computer Access Program
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          Description

          Refurbishes and repairs computers for residents in need.

          Hours

          By appointment only.

          Eligibility

          Adult DuPage County resident

          Fees

          None

          Intake Procedure

          (1) Register as a PRC client (2) Call or email Computer Access Team at (630) 682-5402, x247 or computeraccess@peoplesrc.org

          Geography Served

          None

          Telephone Numbers

          Number:
          630-682-5402 x247
          Type:
          Voice
          Name:
          Computer Access Program
          Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (BM-7000.1500) and related services within the Service Tree.

          Description

          Helps unemployed residents of DuPage County find and keep a job. Provides workshops and one-on-one job search coaching. Also partners with area employers to connect pre-screened candidates with employers seeking to hire. Also offers on-demand job assistance workshops and an online jobs board.

          Hours

          Coaching Hours: Varies depending on job coach availability. Online resources: 24 hours, 7 days a week

          Required Documents

          May include: PRC ID and proof of residency

          Eligibility

          Residents of DuPage County; Registered clients.

          Fees

          No fees

          Intake Procedure

          (1) Call Job Assistance line and leave a message with a name and phone number, fill out online job help form, or email learning@peoplesrc.org. (2) A staff person will call back to complete a phone assessment. (3) See website for upcoming workshops through the Calendar link on the Job Assistance Page

          Offered Outside of Physical Location

          Yes

          Geography Served

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          • Illinois
            • Dupage County
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            Special Notes/Funding

            **Temporarily unavailable until December 7 due to renovations.**

            Description

            In-person food pantry for residents in need. By appointment only.

            Hours

            Tuesday and Wednesday, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm, 1:00pm - 3:00pm; Thursday, 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm; Saturday, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

            Required Documents

            Photo ID (driver's license, State ID, Consular Card, or passport); Proof of current address (current utility bill, lease, benefit letter from Social Security Administration, Medicare, Medicaid, US Immigration/Asylum documents, shelter letter or hotel bill); Information for any other people who live in the household (first and last name, birthday, gender, race, country of birth); Income information for everyone living in household.

            Eligibility

            Resident of DuPage County; Must meet income guidelines.

            Fees

            No Fees

            Intake Procedure

            (1) Call 630-682-5402 and then press "0" to schedule an appointment (2) Should not arrive more than 15 minutes early, and those arrive more than 15 minutes late may need to reschedule appointment (3) Bring required documents to appointment

            Languages

            English, Spanish

            Geography Served

            None

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            Description

            Assistance with completion and submission of the state food assistance program application.

            Hours

            Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm; Saturday, 9:00 am - 11:00 am

            Required Documents

            These may include: Valid photo ID; Proof of income (W-2, tax return, paystubs)

            Eligibility

            Residents of DuPage County

            Fees

            None

            Intake Procedure

            (1) For all services, call the main number or service-specific numbers listed for more information and to register or email socialservices@peoplesrc.org. (2) Documentation may be required to register for services, including photo ID and proof of residence

            Languages

            English, Spanish

            Geography Served

              If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

            • Illinois
              • Dupage County
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              Description

              Online Job Board open to the public.

              Hours

              7 days a week, 24 hours a day

              Eligibility

              None

              Fees

              None

              Intake Procedure

              Go to https://www.peoplesrc.org/prc-community-job-board/

              Languages

              English, Spanish

              Geography Served

                If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

              • Illinois
                • Dupage County

                Telephone Numbers

                Number:
                630-682-5402 x333
                Name:
                Job Assistance
                Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (ND-3500) and related services within the Service Tree.

                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

                Photo ID; Verification of household members; Proof of all income sources and amounts; proof of residence.

                Eligibility

                Residing or moving into DuPage County; Meet program income guidelines

                Fees

                No fees

                Intake Procedure

                (1) Call Rent/Mortgage Assistance number to leave a message with a name, phone number, and a short explanation of your situation (2) A staff person will call back to complete an assessment by phone (3) If appropriate, an appointment will be scheduled to complete application (4) Provide all required documents at time of appointment

                Languages

                English, Spanish

                Geography Served

                  If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                • Illinois
                  • Dupage County
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                  Description

                  Limited emergency financial assistance for those residing or moving into DuPage County. Services available by appointment only.

                  Hours

                  Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm; Saturday, 8:00 am - 11:00 am

                  Required Documents

                  Photo ID; Verification of household members; Proof of all income sources and amounts; proof of residence.

                  Eligibility

                  Residing or moving into DuPage County; Meet program income guidelines

                  Fees

                  No fees

                  Intake Procedure

                  (1) Call Rent/Mortgage Assistance number to leave a message with a name, phone number, and a short explanation of your situation, (2) A staff person will call back to complete an assessment by phone (3) If appropriate an appointment will be scheduled (4) Provide all required documents at appointment.

                  Languages

                  English, Spanish

                  Geography Served

                    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                  • Illinois
                    • Dupage County
                    Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (BH-3800.7000) and related services within the Service Tree.

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