Extended Family Support | Spanish Community Center
Spanish Community Center
309 North Eastern Avenue, Joliet, IL 60432
Eligibility
Clients must be referred by DCFS to participate in the program
Required documents
Varies by service
Hours
Mon-Thu 9 am-12 pm and 1 pm-5 pm, Fri 9 am-12 pm
(815) 727-3683
Voice·
Main Phone
Application process
Call for information
Fees
Call for information
Service area
Kankakee County, IL
Will County, IL
Provides short-term assistance to relative caregivers who are not involved in the formal child welfare system.
Helps families access child-only grants, secure essential goods and services, and connect with needed community resources.
A caseworker assists the family until guardianship is obtained, offering crisis intervention, family mediation, and referrals to legal, medical, and housing services.
Support may also include recommendations for cash or in-kind assistance to help maintain a stable home.
Last assured
11/11/2025
Providing organization
Spanish Community Center
Community hub dedicated to improving the quality of life for Latinos, immigrants, and low-income families through comprehensive educational and social services.