Illinois Welcoming Centers at VNA Health Care are comprehensive service centers that make it easier for immigrants, refugees and new arrivals to navigate state services as well as other community resources. VNA frontline staff are bilingual in English and Spanish and free translation services are available for other languages.
What can you expect at an Illinois Welcoming Center at VNA?
Get connected to medical care at a VNA clinic:
➜ Sick Care for all ages
➜ Wellness Visits for all ages
➜ Pregnancy Care (includes Doula and Breastfeeding Support)
➜ Managing chronic conditions, such as Diabetes and Asthma
➜ Vaccinations
➜ Pre-Employment Physicals and Labs
➜ Mental & Behavioral Health
➜ Vision, Dental & Podiatry
➜ Discount Pharmacy
➜ Laboratory Services
High-quality, convenient, & affordable medical care. No one will be turned away due to inability to pay.
Get connected to other important resources:
➜ Medicaid application (medical card)
➜ Enrolling your child in school
➜ Educational services – including ESL and GED
➜ Food assistance – including WIC applications
➜ Housing assistance
➜ Legal aid
➜ Financial management – including opening a bank account
➜ Immigration services – including asylum applications
➜ Finding a job
➜ Help getting important documents, such as an Illinois driver’s license
➜ Other community services
VNA Welcoming Center Hours
Monday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Funding provided by the Illinois Department of Human Services, Office of Welcoming Centers for Refugee and Immigrant Services.