Chicago Department of Family & Support Services
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The Department of Family & Support Services connects Chicagoans to resources that build stability, support their well-being & empower them to thrive.
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Joined June 2010
The sky is the limit for Chi-town youth! 🚀 We celebrated 300+ Year-Round Employment Program participants at our Capstone event this week. From "Shark Tank" pitches to networking with city leaders, these young pros are ready for the future! 💼 #chicagoyouth #careerready #DFSS
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CYSC Showcase was a HUGE success! 🎉 Our brilliant youth presented amazing capstone projects and engaged with a dynamic Town Hall of phenomenal leaders — Big thanks to @MX_College for hosting 500+ attendees! The future of Chicago is bright! ✨ #cyscshowcase #chicagoyouth
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❄️ Stay warm, Chicago! ❄️ DFSS’s Southeast and Southwest Regional Senior Centers are open today until 12 p.m. All other Regional Senior Centers are closed. For shelter placement and well-being checks for seniors and unhoused neighbors, call 3-1-1.
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Yesterday, DFSS Senior Services brought the joy! Our city-wide holiday party at the Cultural Center was filled with dancing, a great lunch, and a visit from @ChicagosMayor - we’re dedicated to bringing seniors together for connection, fun, & community. #ChicagoSeniors #HolidayFun
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A morning of joy and giving! We teamed up with @HomeRunInn for their "Miracle on 31st Street" event, featuring “Dreezy Claus” (Chicago's Black Santa!). Together, we gave away pizzas & holiday cheer, giving back to 33 Chicagoland organizations/shelters. Thank you #HomeRunInn 🍕❤️
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Create an account or check the status of your current @ChicagoParks account before the first day of Winter Program Registration on Dec. 8 & 9. ✅ if you’re ready & add your favorite programs to your wishlist at https://t.co/MvQxzvZP64.
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✨🎁 Tomorrow’s the big day! The Annual Holiday Line Dance Party is almost here — free, festive, and open to all older Chicagoans. Dust off your dancing shoes and come be part of the fun. Free • 60+ • No tickets needed #HolidayLineDanceCountdown
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❄️🏡 Cold weather is here—stay connected and creative from home! The December Chicago Seniors Connected Special Edition is out now, featuring virtual activities and programs you can enjoy without stepping outside. 💻 Get it by email: https://t.co/vSTxkiVM2u
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❄️ Stay warm, Chicago! ❄️ Our Garfield Community Service Center, located at 10 S. Kedzie, will be open for warming on Saturday, Dec. 6 & Sunday, Dec. 7, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For shelter placement and well-being checks for seniors and unhoused neighbors, call 3-1-1.
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It’s almost time to hit the dance floor! Whether you’re a pro or a first-timer, join us for the Holiday Line Dance Party. Our instructors will bring the energy, lead the steps, and keep everyone moving. Free • 60+ • No tickets needed #HolidayLineDanceCountdown
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🎉 One week until the biggest Holiday Party of the year for older Chicagoans! We’re kicking off the countdown with pure JOY — dancing, music, and community spirit. 📍NEW ROOM THIS YEAR: 2nd Floor – GAR Hall Free • 60+ • No tickets needed #HolidayLineDanceCountdown
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DFSS's Warming Centers are open Monday through Friday this week. For a list of citywide warming center locations, visit https://t.co/SYTInI2ciW. For shelter placement, to find the nearest warming center, and for well-being checks for seniors and unhoused neighbors, call 3-1-1.
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❄️ Stay warm, Chicago! ❄️ Our Garfield Community Service Center, located at 10 S. Kedzie, will be open for warming on Saturday, Nov. 29 & Sunday, Nov. 30, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For shelter placement and well-being checks for seniors and unhoused neighbors, call 3-1-1.
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In observance of Thanksgiving Day, the Chicago Department of Family and Support Services (DFSS) office is closed today, Thursday, November 27th. We will reopen tomorrow, Friday, November 28th. We wish all Chicagoans a safe, warm, and joyful holiday. Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃❤️
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ICYMI: DFSS & @MOWChicago at #CentralWest @ChiSrServices Center! We hosted a pop-up food market, providing seniors w/ groceries, fresh produce & turkeys. 🦃 Honored to name MOW Chicago the recipient of the 2025 Collective Impact Award for their work against #foodinsecurity 💪🏽❤️
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❄️ Stay warm, Chicago! ❄️ Our Garfield Community Service Center, located at 10 S. Kedzie, will be open for warming on Thursday, November 27, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For shelter placement and well-being checks for seniors and unhoused neighbors, call 3-1-1.
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Still riding the high from our "Girls, Unlimited" event! 💫 Huge thanks to Dr. Monique Couvson for a moving night of connection & empowerment. Young women: Your voices matter—keep taking up space! 🗣️ #GirlsUnlimited #InvestInHer #chicagodfss
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💛 We're here for every kind of caregiver — including grandparents and older relatives raising children. Our caregiver programs offer support, guidance, and resources to help your family stay strong. Call (312) 744-4016 or email aging@cityofchicago.org for more information.
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🍎 FREE Produce for Seniors (55+) - Nourish Chicago is popping up with fresh food. Bring your bags! 🛍️ 📍TOMORROW (11/20) @ 12:30p (SE Atlas Ctr - 1767 E 79th St) 📍FRI (11/21) @ 1p (SW Senior Ctr - 6117 S Kedzie Ave) 📍TUES (11/25) @ 12:30p (Central West Ctr - 2102 W Ogden Ave)
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Ages 16-24: Join the FREE DFSS + @Bevonsmentees workshop to master AI tools for resumes, cover letters & standing out to employers. 90 minutes of live demos to boost your job search! 📅 Nov 25 | 11 AM CT🔗Register: https://t.co/lgYdol60bU
#AIForJobs #YouthHiring #FutureOfWork
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