Aurora Local Assistance Programs

This page lists local organizations in Aurora, Illinois that provide legal help, food and social services. Statewide programs are described on the Illinois page.

Legal aid

Prairie State Legal Services offers free legal help to low income people and people age 60 and over in Kane County, including Aurora residents, with issues such as housing, benefits and consumer problems. Its West Suburban office serves Kane County.¹

Administer Justice runs legal aid clinics at Aurora churches, including First Presbyterian Church at the address above. A one-time $30 copay applies per case. Call to book an appointment.²

Food

Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry has served Aurora and Kane County families since 1957. The West Pantry at the address above runs drive-thru distribution on Wednesday and Friday, and the East Pantry at 801 Zeigler Avenue runs drive-thru distribution on Saturday morning.³

The Aurora Area Interfaith Food Pantry runs an onsite market where shoppers pick their own food, plus a Saturday drive-up pickup and Wednesday delivery within 10 miles of the pantry. Households can visit once each week.⁴

Social services

Hesed House provides overnight emergency shelter for men, women and families, plus meals and help with housing, employment and counseling. People facing eviction, a utility shut-off or a security deposit need can ask for help through the Hesed House site.⁵

The Salvation Army Aurora Corps Community Center provides emergency assistance, food and seasonal help to Aurora families. Call the number above to ask about current services and hours.⁶