DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SUPPORT FOR DEAF, DEAFBLIND, AND HARD OF HEARING INDIVIDUALS | CHICAGO HEARING SOCIETY

Provides a domestic violence program tailored to meet the needs of people who are deaf, deafblind, or hard of hearing and serves victims of domestic violence and any crime. Services provided by the CHS Domestic Violence program include:

- Counseling to help you cope with your situation.

- Assistance in reporting the crime to the police.

- Advocacy to ensure your rights are protected.

- Support in working with the police and court system.

- Assistance in applying for victim compensation.

Physical Address

2017 North Mendell Street, Chicago, IL 60614

Hours

Mon 8:30 am - 4:30 pm; Tue 8:30 am - 4:30 pm; Wed 8:30 am - 4:30 pm; Thu 8:30 am - 4:30 pm; Fri 8:30 am - 4:30 pm;

Application process

Call or email for information or visit for services

Fee

None

Required documents

Varies by service

Eligibility

Open to persons who are deaf, deafblind and hard of hearing

Languages

American Sign Language, English, Spanish

Service area

Dupage County, Illinois
Lake County, Illinois
Will County, Illinois
Kendall County, Illinois
Mchenry County, Illinois
Kane County, Illinois
Cook County, Illinois

Agency info

CHICAGO HEARING SOCIETY

Provides a domestic violence program tailored to meet the needs of people who are deaf, deafblind, or hard of hearing and serves victims of domestic violence and any crime.