JCFS Chicago

During Mental Health Awareness Month, JCFS Chicago is sharing trusted resources to support people with disabilities in finding employment and meeting basic needs.

The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) offers access to emergency services, benefits like SNAP and TANF, and employment support through the Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS). DRS services are available to anyone with a qualifying disability, including those with a mental health diagnosis.

Learn more: https://ow.ly/Fb7h50Z4Umu

Through IDHS Vocational Rehabilitation, individuals can explore employment support services and complete a web referral form to begin the process.

Complete a form: https://ow.ly/KFm450Z4Umv

For parents and caregivers, knowing how to support teens can feel overwhelming. JCFS Response for Teens Outreach Coordinator Tema Zeldes-Roth shares practical tips for starting open, non-judgmental conversations.

Read more in our blog here: https://www.jcfs.org/blog/supporting-teen-mental-health-tips-parents