Family Shelter Service of Metropolitan Family Services DuPage transforms lives by offering help and hope to those affected by domestic violence. Since 1976, Family Shelter Service has answered the call in our community to help victims of domestic violence escape abuse and rebuild their lives. We work to eliminate barriers, provide faster, greater and more equal access to services in an environment where survivors can feel supported and empowered to disentangle from their situation. Together, we are building community and providing lifesaving services and critical programs to serve our clients as they restore their self-worth and their lives.

Domestic Violence Court Advocacy provides information, support and referrals to domestic violence victims seeking orders of protection and/or the prosecution of their abusers at the domestic violence courthouse in Chicago.

Provides legal assistance and community education to low-income individuals in the areas of domestic violence, family and elder law, housing, and consumer issues.

The Resident Service Coordination Program focuses on helping Chicago Housing Authority seniors across 54 senior buildings maintain and increase their quality of life. Resident Service Coordinators (RSCs) foster an environment conducive to aging in place that is based on knowledge of best practices and welcoming to active seniors as well as those needing more support. The RSCs coordinate and link seniors to services that provide the support necessary for them to remain independent and in their home for as long as possible.

The Supervised Visitation and Safe Exchange (SVSE) program provides a safe place for supervised visitations and safe exchanges for children of parents who have experienced domestic violence. The program allows children to have the opportunity to spend time with the visiting parent without compromising the safety of the residential parent. Our experienced team works one-on-one with parents to facilitate visitations and exchanges. We help safeguard clients by providing seperate entrances, waiting rooms, and staggered arrival and departure times. Parents must be court-ordered to supervised visitations/safe exchanges. Additional criteria apply. Both parents must complete the enrollment process.