• Child and Youth Development
  Promotes academic achievement and social and emotional development among children, youth and families to foster their success in life
• Counseling
  Provides support to individuals and families challenged with personal, phase-of-life and transitional issues
• Economic Stability
  Provides support and education to economically challenged families so they may improve their quality of work, lifestyle and financial situation
• Employee Assistance Network (EAN)
  Provides counseling services that help workers achieve a better balance in their lives and be more productive on the job
• Legal Aid
  Provides legal assistance in the areas of domestic violence, family and elder law, housing and consumer issues to low-income individuals
• Mental Health
  Provides psychiatric evaluation, case management and crisis intervention to help children and adults with chronic mental illness recover and be productive
• Older Adults Services
  Provides counseling and caregiver respite to assist older adults and their families in meeting the challenges and opportunities of later years
• Parent Development
  Supports parents in acquiring skills that promote the healthy growth and development of children
• Public Policy
  Advocates for public policies that support and strengthen moderate- and low-income families and communities
• Violence Prevention and Intervention
  Provides services to address violence in homes and schools to keep individuals and families safe
  

Metropolitan Family Services offers many programs and services designed to help families and individuals realize their amazing strength.

Our credentialed staff members, which include social workers, counselors, case managers, mental health professionals, early childhood educators and lawyers, bring expertise and compassion to clients. They strive to make sure families get the support and resources they need to help reach their potential.

Metropolitan's community-based focus allows us to adapt to the evolving issues that families face. Our seven community centers in Chicago and the suburbs offer open, inviting spaces for children and adults to receive services.

Whether it's counseling or parenting programs, after-school programs or legal assistance, respite care or mental health services, Metropolitan is your source for services that benefit every family member.