The Center of Concern

The Center of Concern Empowering people in need to live with dignity and independence since 1978.

For more information call 847-823-0453 or email [email protected]

Connect 💙 Share 💙 Listen 💙 Serve The Center of Concern is a nonprofit agency serving individuals and families in northwest Chicagoland through housing, community, and older adult services. The mission of the Center of Concern is to provide housing solutions, support services, and counseling for older adults, people with d

isabilities, and others in need, enabling them to live with dignity and independence. Since 1978, the Center of Concern has been a source of hope and inspiration to thousands of clients and volunteers whose lives have been enriched by our programs. We are here to inform, advocate, and intervene on behalf of residents struggling with challenges related to aging, homelessness, and accessing resources to remain independent in their homes. The many services provided by the Center of Concern make a real difference in the quality of life for many in the community and are provided without regard to age, gender, disability, race, sexual orientation, military/veteran, national origin, or financial status.

Come say "hi" to us at the Center of Concern table this Saturday!
06/17/2026

Come say "hi" to us at the Center of Concern table this Saturday!

🏳️‍🌈 🏳️‍⚧️ Des Plaines Community Pride Celebration
This Saturday! June 20, 2026
Trinity Lutheran Church
675 E. Algonquin Road, Des Plaines

Event Schedule
❤️ 1:00-4:00pm – Exhibitors, Face Painting, Bounce House, Crafts, Tacos from Sunrise Grill

Activities and Performances
🧡 1:30pm – Family Yoga Session
💛 2:30pm – Storytelling
💚 3:45pm – Togetherness Moment
💙 4:00pm – Family-Friendly Drag Show
💜 5:00pm - Event ends

🏳️‍🌈 🏳️‍⚧️ Learn more: speakdesplaines.org/pride

Center of Concern’s Older Adult Advocates provide case management services including assessments to evaluate individual ...
06/17/2026

Center of Concern’s Older Adult Advocates provide case management services including assessments to evaluate individual needs, arranging for services, monitoring ongoing wellness, and providing referrals to resources to address short-term and long-term needs.

Call 847-823-0453 for more information!

Are you currently or at risk of becoming homeless? Contact Suburban Cook County’s Entry Point call center at 877-426-651...
06/16/2026

Are you currently or at risk of becoming homeless? Contact Suburban Cook County’s Entry Point call center at 877-426-6515, 8:30am to 4:30pm Monday through Friday.

Entry Point’s purpose is to ensure all people experiencing homelessness or who are at-risk of homelessness have fair and equal access to housing.

Trained Entry Point staff work with people to understand their strengths and needs using a standardized assessment. Entry Point then matches people with agencies like Center of Concern to receive housing assistance.

Entry Point is the required first step to access housing assistance and ensures you are connected to the agency best suited to help.

Center of Concern is currently hiring in-home Chore Aides to support older adults with with light housekeeping, grocery ...
06/13/2026

Center of Concern is currently hiring in-home Chore Aides to support older adults with with light housekeeping, grocery shopping, light meal preparation, laundry, or yard work.

We are currently seeking part-time Chore Aides to assist older adult clients. Hourly pay is $16.25 and services are needed through north/northwest suburban Cook County. Chore Aides must be 18+, have own transportation, and pass background check and drug screening.

Learn more by calling 847-823-0453 or visit centerofconcern.org/chore

The Center of Concern's Dementia Caregiver Support Group is a safe place to learn, exchange strategies and tips, as well...
06/10/2026

The Center of Concern's Dementia Caregiver Support Group is a safe place to learn, exchange strategies and tips, as well as meet other caregivers coping with dementia. The group meets once per month and is facilitated by trained staff.

Call 847-823-0453 for more information!

Water service has been restored at the Center of Concern, and we are open during normal office hours. Thank you for your...
06/10/2026

Water service has been restored at the Center of Concern, and we are open during normal office hours. Thank you for your understanding!

The Center of Concern office is currently closed due to a water main break. All staff are working remotely and are avail...
06/09/2026

The Center of Concern office is currently closed due to a water main break. All staff are working remotely and are available by phone or email.

Keep your brain sharp and reconnect with your neighbors in this interactive, collaborative program of brain puzzles and ...
06/08/2026

Keep your brain sharp and reconnect with your neighbors in this interactive, collaborative program of brain puzzles and discussion starters. In partnership with the Park Ridge Public Library and Center of Concern, sponsored by the 20th Century Club.

Registration is required—call 847-825-3123.

Upcoming Brain Boosters, hosted at 1:00pm at Park Ridge Public Library:
Thursday, June 11th
Thursday, August 13th

Thank you to everyone who supported our mini golf fundraiser tonight!
06/06/2026

Thank you to everyone who supported our mini golf fundraiser tonight!

Join us TODAY for our family-friendly mini golf fundraiser to support Center of Concern! Event tickets include 18 holes ...
06/05/2026

Join us TODAY for our family-friendly mini golf fundraiser to support Center of Concern! Event tickets include 18 holes of mini golf at Mountain View Adventure Center, other games, face painting, snacks, and beverages! Enter to win great prizes in our family-friendly raffles...5 raffle tickets for $5! All guests must purchase a ticket to enter the facility.

Golf for Good
Friday, June 5, 2026
7:00 - 9:00 PM
Mountain View Adventure Center
510 E Algonquin Rd, Des Plaines

⛳ Walk-ins welcome! Learn more about this event at centerofconcern.org/golf ⛳

Address

1665 Elk Boulevard
Des Plaines, IL
60016

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9am - 4:30pm
Friday 9am - 12pm

Telephone

+18478230453

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