Providing Advocacy, Dignity, and Shelter, PADS Lake County offers a comprehensive approach to combatting homelessness with the compassion and respect we all deserve. “Helping the Homeless Find a Way” is far more than just a tag line. It speaks to the very heart of our and unwavering commitment to helping people achieve the best lives imaginable.
Assessment Center & Day Shelter:
Like a hospital emergency room, the PADS Assessment Center is the point of entry for all Lake County’s homeless. PADS turns no-one away, providing supportive services and day shelter year-round.
At the Assessment Center we:
- Connect clients with resources to begin the task of leaving the streets;
- Help clients to make a commitment to their own health and recovery; and
- Assist clients in gaining personal and economic self-sufficiency with safe, affordable, permanent housing. More…
PADS Emergency Overnight Shelter
PADS is the only non-restrictive overnight emergency shelter system in Lake County. Our 15 rotating shelter sites are open every night from 7:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m., between October and April. More…
The Family Center
The Family Center is a year-round fixed site with 42 beds for homeless families with children. More…
Veteran Services
Veterans needing PADS services now make up nearly 20% of all our clients and the numbers continue to rise. More…
The Next Step Program
The Next Step Program is a 6-bed, permanent supportive housing program for chronically homeless men, including veterans. More…
Safe Haven
Safe Haven is PADS’ supportive housing program for chronically homeless adults struggling with severe mental illness (usually schizophrenia or bipolar disorder) and/or a concurrent substance abuse issue. We operate the only Safe Haven in Lake County. It is one of only 11 in Illinois and of 75 nationwide. More…
Street Outreach
PADS’ Street Outreach initiative is a frontline mobile connection to services for the homeless who resist traditional programs. More…
