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We want to make it easy for you to quickly find care. You only need to dial one phone number: 708-PILLARS (708-745-5277) to gain access to a variety of services. And if we can't help, we'll put you in touch with someone who can.
- 24-hour, confidential domestic violence hotline:
708-485-5254 - 24-hour, confidential sexual assault hotline:
708-482-9600
Our Services
Yes, you are welcome here
We proudly represent and serve diverse communities in the western and southwestern suburbs of Chicago. Our caring, compassionate staff sees cultural differences as ASSETS. You are welcome regardless of your language, your race, your sexual orientation, your ability to pay, or any other factor.
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24-hour, confidential domestic violence hotline
(708-745-5277)
Main number/24-hour crisis line
24-hour, confidential sexual assault hotline
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Upcoming Events
Buddy’s Place 25th Anniversary Gathering
This September, our Monthly Gathering will be a special celebration marking 25 years of Buddy’s Place. We’re welcoming past and present families, volunteers, community partners, and stakeholders to join us in a space of reflection, gratitude, and hope.
60-Hour Domestic and Sexual Violence Training
This training prepares individuals to support survivors of domestic and sexual violence through trauma-informed, survivor-centered services. It is a foundational requirement for professionals and volunteers who work in crisis response, advocacy, shelter support, prevention, and other direct service roles within this field.Â
Buddy’s Place Volunteer Training
Every child deserves to feel supported, even in their hardest moments.
At Buddy’s Place, we’re here to help grieving children, teens, and their families navigate their loss—and you can play a vital role in that journey.