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Free to Low Cost Health Services

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Online Resource

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Jul 10, 2026

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This page provides a list of free and low-cost health services available to individuals and families in the Chicagoland area. It includes clinics and health centers that offer medical, dental, mental health, and specialty care to people who are uninsured, underinsured, or facing financial hardship. Many of these organizations serve specific communities and are committed to health equity and culturally competent care.

Each listing includes the name of the organization, a brief description of the services they provide, a website link, and a phone number. The goal is to help people find accessible healthcare options regardless of their income or insurance status.


For more than 30 years, ACCESS has provided community-based health care to improve health equity in vulnerable Chicagoland communities.
Phone: 866.267.2353


Aunt Martha¡¯s provides integrated health and social services, including housing support for youth and families in crisis. Their programs include transitional living, shelter care, and case management.
Phone: 877.692.8686


Organized by University of Chicago medical students, this clinic offers free care to the uninsured in Bridgeport, especially serving the Asian community.
Phone: 773.888.3368


The Care for Real organization's mission is to provide food, clothing, and support services to low-income residents in Chicago¡¯s Edgewater and Rogers Park neighborhoods.
No phone number listed


One of the largest volunteer-based health centers in the U.S., offering free primary and specialty care, medications, lab tests, mental health services, and education to low-income, uninsured adults in Chicago.
Phone: 773.395.9900


Offers full primary medical, dental, and behavioral health services. Some locations also provide HIV/AIDS care, podiatry, and more.
Phone: 312.666.3494
Phone: 847.666.3494 (suburban Chicago)


HRSA-funded health centers offer affordable care, even if you don¡¯t have insurance. Services include primary and preventive care, mental health, and dental. Find a center near you: 
Phone: 877.464.4772
TTY: 877.897.9910


Provides holistic care that addresses housing, income, and social support as part of health and healing.
Phone:  773.275.2586


Delivers healthcare and education to underserved and vulnerable families in the Chicagoland area.
Phone: 773.782.2800


A free clinic offering respectful, culturally competent medical and behavioral health care to uninsured adults.
Phone: 773.427.0298

This content is provided for general informational and educational purposes only and may not be applicable to your unique circumstances. It is not intended to serve as, and should not be relied upon, as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional about your specific health needs or concerns. The inclusion of any information or resources does not imply endorsement by Shirley Ryan Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµÍøÕ¾. See full disclaimer.

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