We assist individuals in accessing a range of benefits programs including Medicaid, SNAP, and WIC, handling the application process on their behalf when possible. Our support includes guiding them through applications, offering essential information and resources, and bridging language barriers between clients and the Illinois Department of Human Services through interpretation and translation services.
We offer support for seniors, including assistance with applying for senior housing, home care services, SSI (Supplemental Security Income), Medicare, and free bus passes for seniors. We aim to enhance the quality of life for our senior community members.
Our organization helps individuals obtain identification documents by completing passport applications, and scheduling appointments with the DMV for permits, driving tests, ID renewals, and driver's licenses. We understand the importance of having proper identification and assistance in navigating the necessary procedures.
We assist individuals in choosing a primary doctor, making appointments with the doctor's office, and changing providers for Medicaid. Our goal is to ensure access to quality healthcare and facilitate smooth healthcare transitions.
We provide referrals to various services and resources based on individual needs. This includes referring clients to programs such as LIHEAP for electric and gas utility assistance, childcare services, immigration services, divorce attorneys, shelters, mental health counseling, translation services, and degree evaluation institutes.
MENA Community Center is one of The Illinois Welcoming Centers. IWC is a comprehensive service center for the integration of immigrants and refugees in Illinois. The Illinois Welcoming Center's innovative model eliminates systemic barriers that immigrants may have in approaching state services.
Aspira's Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) provides young people with work experience, career exploration, and life skills training during the summer. Participants gain practical skills, earn wages, and develop professional connections. The program helps youth build a foundation for future educational and career success.
MENA Community Center is a counseling site for the Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP), a free statewide service for Medicare beneficiaries and their caregivers. Individuals can get help with Medicare applications and access useful resources. Visitors can also find information on applying for Medicare, locate SHIP sites, and explore tools for SHIP counselors across the state.
MENA Community Center, in partnership with M.O.R.E Services Inc., assists clients in applying for LIHEAP programs to help with energy bills. This support ensures that families can access heating and cooling services during critical times. By offering guidance through the application process, MENA helps ease the strain on low-income households and provides help to pay their utility bills.
ABPA supports and network of professionals assist MENA Community Center in its development of impactful programs.ABPA serves as a virtual bridge to other organization with similar missions.
Sahara and MENA Community Center collaborate to connect with home care agencies in our area and assist clients in finding employment as home care aides at Sahara. Together, we aim to provide valuable support for seniors in the community.
MENA Community Center partners with the staff of MIRA Immigration Legal Services to help our clients with their legal needs.
MENA Community Center has become an intake site for Access to Care to help uninsured clients receive access to healthcare.
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6230 West Addison Street, Chicago, Illinois 60634, United States
Telephone: (773) 770-4292 Fax: (773) 598-4073
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