Human Services Support at the Library

Facing life’s challenges? EPL can help.  As community hubs, libraries are where people come together. Our librarians are experts at researching and curating information and making it accessible to all. At EPL, our Human Services Specialist is dedicated to connecting you to the support you need. While we do not perform clinical services like therapy or form client relationships, we are here to refer you to resources and assist you when dealing with the complexity of finding the right resources to fit your unique circumstances.   

Local Resources

You can reach out to us for help connecting with resources for:

• Food
• Mental Health
• Housing
• Substance Use
• Employment
• Social Security Benefits
• Domestic Issues

 

Bibliotherapy

Library staff can connect you to books and other resources in our collection tailored to your situation. We all face challenges from time to time- engaging in reading, listening, or watching can help gain new perspectives, find comfort in shared experiences, and ultimately gain greater self-awareness and resilience.

To request resources or a Bibliotherapy reading list, contact reference staff at

Call: 630-279-8696, press 1
Text: 331-642-0375
Chat: elmlib.org/askus
Email: reference@elmlib.org

 

 

 Explore Local Agencies 

 

211 is an important service used by millions of people across North America and now in DuPage County. Every day, clients contact 211 to access free and confidential crisis and emergency counseling, disaster assistance, food, health care and insurance assistance, stable housing and utilities payment assistance, employment services, veteran services and childcare and family services. Click the link above or dial 211 for assistance.

 

 

Contact the Human Services Specialist
Phone: (630) 279-8696 ext. 374
Email: humanservices@elmlib.org