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At TaskForce, we're here for LGBTQ+ young people on Chicago’s West Side—no appointment needed.

Schedule an Appointment

We offer a range of walk-in services throughout the week, including access to food, testing, housing support, gender-affirming care, and more. Most services are available on a walk-in basis, but certain specialized programs may have limited availability or designated hours.

Call us at (312) 381-8810, or walk-in during our open hours.

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Getting the support you need is as easy as 1-2-3—explore, visit us, and reach out if you have questions!

It's Friday; we're closed.

Monday | 9:00 AM – 8:30 PM

  • Walk-in HIV/STI testing (open to all)
  • Food Pantry
  • Clothing Closet
  • Housing Support: 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM
  • Gender-Based Violence Prevention

Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

  • HIV/STI testing (open to all): 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Food Pantry
  • Clothing Closet
  • Gender-Based Violence Prevention

Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 8:30 PM

  • Food Pantry, LGBTQ+-Only Testing, and Clothing Closet subject to availability
  • Gender-Based Violence Prevention
  • Medical Care (HIV prevention, PrEP, and specialty care): 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
  • Trans Life Care with Chicago House: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
  • Housing Support: 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM
  • Legal Support (name and gender marker changes, misdemeanor case help, referrals): 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
  • Employment Support (resume building, job readiness): 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Thursday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

  • HIV/STI testing (open to all): 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Food Pantry
  • Clothing Closet
  • Gender-Based Violence Prevention

Friday | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

  • Food Pantry
  • Clothing Closet
  • Gender-Based Violence Prevention

Contact Us

Want to learn more about getting a specific service? Our team is here to support you. Call us during open hours, stop by in person, or message us below.

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Transit

– 2 Minute Walk from 20 Madison CTA Bus
– 3 Minute Walk from 54 Cicero CTA Bus
– 3 Minute Walk from 392 Pace Bus
– 10 Minute Walk from the CTA Cicero Green Line Station
– 15 Minute Walk from the CTA Cicero Blue Line Station

Explore Our Programs

Our free Fitness, Health, and Wellness classes offer welcoming, all-level workouts designed to help you move, build strength, and recharge.
SAFE provides support, mentorship, and resources for LGBTQ+ youth and young adults who have experienced or been impacted by violence, harm, or unsafe situations.
Vogue School is Chicago’s premier ballroom training space, rooted in Black LGBTQ+ legacy and open to all, where participants learn the history, technique, and discipline of voguing — no experience required.
YEER is a workforce development program supporting Chicago youth ages 14–24 with skills, guidance, and resources to move toward work, school, or certification.
The Youth Empowerment Engagement Summit Symposium (YEESS!) is a youth empowerment program connecting young people ages 13–24 to community, mental health, career exploration, and civic engagement opportunities.

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