Family & Community Services

The Division of Family & Community Services (FCS)

The Illinois Department of Human Services' Division of Family & Community Services (FCS) helps Illinois residents by connecting them with many programs and services. Through our programs, services, and prevention efforts, FCS improves the health and well-being of individuals in Illinois. Additionally, FCS promotes self-sufficiency and integrity of families in Illinois.

FCS strives to build upon the strengths and resources of individuals, families, and communities by offering support and services that range from prenatal care to funeral and burial benefits. FCS supports are designed to be responsive to the needs of individuals and families. The work of FCS is accomplished by bringing resources to the community level and partnering with local agencies. While SNAP, WIC , cash assistance, and medical programs maybe the FCS services that are most well known, there are many other programs and services offered through the division.

Programs

• Food
• Shelter / Housing
• Violence (Prevention & Intervention)
• Pregnancy & Infant
• Youth Services
• Justice System
• Jobs / Employment
• Information Resources - Education
• Cash (TANF)
• Medical
• Funeral & Burial
• Immigrant / Refugee / Asylum Seeker