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The Center of Concern a helping hand to neighbors in need |
ABOUT US
The Center of Concern is a
not-for-profit agency offering social services to individuals living in the northwest Chicagoland area.
Our primary objectives are to assist those in crisis and follow up with supportive services, and to provide support for the homebound elderly and disabled to help them retain their independence.
Mary Schurder, Executive Director
Financial support for The Center of Concern comes from individuals, local organizations and businesses as well as the United Way, the Park Ridge Community Fund, the cities of Park Ridge and Des Plaines, Maine and Norwood Park Townships, and many corporations and charitable foundations. Program support also includes grants from AgeOptions (the Suburban Area Agency on Aging), the Illinois Department of Human Services and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
The Center of Concern employs 14 professional and clerical staff and 15 domestic chore workers serving the elderly and homebound. They are assisted by over 200 dedicated volunteers. In a typical year, over 15,000 individuals contact The Center for assistance.
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 furnished without regard to age, sex, disability, race, national origin or financial status. Our services are offered without charge or at nominal cost.
If you or someone you know could benefit from these services, please call The Center at (847) 823-0453 for information or an appointment. Our office is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Other times by appointment.