Homeless Services

McHenry County PADS

Homelessness does not discriminate; it can happen to anyone.
We may all be just one life-changing event away.

Homeless services are offered at our 24/7 McHenry County PADS (Providing Advocacy, Dignity, and Shelter) facility located at 1805 S. Route 31, McHenry, Illinois. The program aids McHenry County individuals and families experiencing homelessness through emergency shelter and support services to empower successful outcomes. We focus on the well-being, safety, and security of those we serve to advance their goals and achieve sustainable independence with education, job readiness, and career pathway programs.

Those seeking assistance must complete an intake process which includes an admission screening to ensure the safety of all individuals being served.

IF YOU, OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW, IS HOMELESS OR AT RISK OF HOMELESSNESS, KNOW THERE ARE RESOURCES AVAILABLE. CALL OUR EMERGENCY HOTLINE AT 815-344-1230 #1.

Less than 10% of clients in the PADS program return to homelessness.

PADS Wish List

Supplying any of the below items is a blessing. (Please note: Due to health codes, we are requesting new items. In addition, we have reached maximum storage for bar soaps and toothpaste, please donate these items to other organizations in the community.)

• Deodorant
• Shaving Cream
• Boxes of Kleenex
• Q-tips
• Chap Stick
• USB-C Chargers
• Ear Buds
• Shower Caddies (with handle/not hanging)
• Loofahs
• 2025 Planners/calendars
• Travel size shampoo and conditioner
• Hot Hands
• Compact Sleeping Bags
• Foam Ear Plugs
• Hand Soap (pump preferred)
• Breakfast items – instant oatmeal packets, hot chocolate, pop tarts, honey buns
• Sweatpants – Men’s & Women’s all sizes

Download the McHenry County PADS Wish List!