River Walk Homes Food Pantry
Groceries and household food support for local residents.
350 N. Broadway St., Joliet, IL 60435
(815) 727-8480
Community care
Local resources for food, safety, and work.
A community list for Joliet and Will County. Please call before visiting — hours, eligibility, and availability can change.
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Food assistance
Food pantries and nutrition programs
Local places to find groceries, meals, and ongoing food support.
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Warren Sharpe Community Center Food Pantry
Community food distribution for Joliet-area families.
454 S. Joliet St., Joliet, IL 60436
(815) 727-8480Northern Illinois Food Bank
Find nearby food pantries, mobile markets, and meal programs across Will County.
Find food near youWill County SNAP & WIC
Nutrition assistance for eligible households, pregnant women, infants, and children.
1106 Neal Ave., Joliet, IL 60433
(815) 774-6069Safety and shelter
Women’s shelters and domestic violence support
Confidential help for emergency shelter, safety planning, transitional housing, and advocacy.
Groundwork at Guardian Angel Community Services
24-hour domestic violence hotline, emergency shelter, safety planning, and advocacy.
Get confidential helpMorningStar Mission Women & Family Center
Emergency overnight shelter and longer-term support for single women and mothers.
350 E. Washington St., Joliet, IL 60433
(815) 722-5780Lamb’s Fold Center for Women and Children
Transitional housing and support for women and children affected by domestic violence.
214 Casseday Ave., Joliet, IL 60432
(815) 723-5262Suzy’s Caring Place
Transitional living assistance for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.
View programCareer support
Places to apply for work
Local job boards, application help, career training, and official employment portals.
Workforce Center of Will County
Job boards, resume help, training scholarships, and computers for applications.
1300 Copperfield Ave., Joliet, IL 60432
(815) 727-4444Will County Government Careers
Apply for official county jobs in administration, maintenance, public safety, and more.
302 N. Chicago St., Joliet, IL 60432
(815) 740-8381Illinois JobLink
The state’s official job board for searching openings and uploading your resume.
Search Illinois jobsConnect to Your Future
Career guidance and paid internships for young adults ages 16–24 in Will County.
1300 Copperfield Ave., Joliet, IL 60432
(815) 727-4444