La Casa Norte operates two drop-in centers open weekdays for unaccompanied youth ages 16-24. Along with a safe space to stay during the day, youth receive two meals and access to resources, including computers, storage lockers, and case management. From financial literacy to therapy to family reunification, youth are equipped with the support they need to succeed.
Ages 16-24
Casa Corazón
Drop-In Centers
Drop-In #1 | Humboldt Park
Address: 3533 W North Ave
Hours: Mon. - Fri., 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Ages: 16-24
Phone: 773.276.4900, x 241
No referral needed
Drop-In #2 | Back of the Yards
Address: 1736 W 47th St
Hours: Mon. - Fri., 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Ages: 16-24
Phone: 773.276.4900, x 251
No referral needed
Casa Corazón
Emergency Shelters
Located in Logan Square and Back of the Yards , emergency shelter beds serve unaccompanied youth ages 18-24 who are experiencing homelessness. Along with a safe space to stay, youth receive two hot meals, access to showers and laundry facilities, and case management. 40 beds are available for single youth at two shelters; a third shelter for pregnant and parenting youth offers five beds in private rooms for young moms with children.
Ages 18-24
Address: 1736 W 47th St
Hours: 24/7
Ages: 18-24
Capacity: 30 beds
Phone: 773.276.4900, x 253
Shelter #1 | Back of the Yards
Address: 1940 N California Ave
Hours: 24/7
Ages: 18-24
Capacity: 10 beds
Phone: 773.276.4900, x 290
Shelter #2 | Logan Square
Pregnant & Parenting Young Moms
Address: 1942 N California Ave
Hours: 24/7
Ages: 18-24 (plus children)
Capacity: 5 private rooms
Phone: 773.276.4900, x 292