Care For Real

Category: Non-profit organization in Chicago, Illinois

Address: 5339 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL 60640, USA

Phone: +17737696182

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 4–7PM

Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday: 9AM–12PM

Thursday: Closed

Friday: 9AM–12PM

Saturday: 9AM–1PM

Reviews

Zachery Martin

Sep 21, 2022

Food and clothing it's ok

Brad Gluszewski

Sep 21, 2022

Care for real provides an excellent service to the neighborhood. Not only do they provide a food bank where they can cater to your dietary needs they also have a pet pantry that is rare to find. They so offer personal care items as available.There is also a clothing closet you can make an appointment for. They also provide certain social services and can provide references for other services as needed. They are a valuable resource on the north side of Chicago.

Tyheisha Singleton

Sep 20, 2022

They should check the expiration dates on all items.

Leonard Hall

Aug 2, 2022

Great

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Questions & Answers

I'M A 56 YEARS OLD BLACK WOMAN WHO LIVE IN RIDGEVIEW NURSING HOME. I HAVE NO ONE TO HELP ME MY HUSBAND DIED TEN YEARS AGO. I NEED CLOTHES AND TOLIERY. DO YOU THINK THEY WILL HELP ME?

RENEE KELLY | Oct 5, 2018
dee MAVERICK | Oct 4, 2020

Hey. I am just seeing this post. I hope when these few lines reach you, you are doing well. I have some clothing. Id like to share some with you. What size are you and what are your day to day activities? What colors do you love, what color are there which you would not wear? Dee

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Do I have to live in the zipcode to receive services

Christopher Morales | Oct 5, 2019
John Dawkins | Oct 5, 2019

Yes all food bank locations are via zip code but they will help first time visitors regardless of location

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Could I donate some child clothes, toys, stuffed animals, and books?

Adela Jianu | Oct 5, 2018
Karen Feiler | Oct 5, 2018

Yes you can donation hours are Monday though Friday 9am to 3:30 pm Saturday 9 am to 12:30 pm

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Can I donate several bags of women's clothing?

Lina Cramer | Oct 5, 2018
mark anthony langridge | Oct 5, 2018

Yes

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Do you guys accept donations of baby food? As I have a lot of baby food stored which I dont want to get expired.

Sumayya Zeeshan | Oct 5, 2018
mark anthony langridge | Oct 5, 2018

Yes

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Do you need disposable face masks at this time? I have 1,000 (5 boxes of 200 each) to donate.

S Sophie Tang | Oct 4, 2021
rochelle thundercloud | Mar 8, 2022

Yes,if unopened

Do I have to live in the area?

Rosi Schwarzer | Oct 4, 2020
Care For Real | Oct 4, 2020

Hi Rosi. Can you come in Friday 9am-12noon or Saturday 9:00am-1:00pm? Bring a photo ID and proof of residency (if different from the address on your identification). We will help you with next steps. Hope to see you soon.

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Hi, I'm an immigrant. I can go get food. I don't speak English.

Dulce | Oct 5, 2019
David D | Oct 5, 2019

Yes, and they can also give you clothes.

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Can I get free clothes here? Or where can I get free clothes in chicago

Onome Million | Oct 5, 2018
Christopher Amodeo | Oct 5, 2018

Yes,care for real does have a clothing pantry. It's once every two weeks per patron,and only a certain amount of items per person per visit. Not much men's clothes. Lots of women's clothes,some digging to get the right size. All morning on Thursday is all clothes.

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I have a few bags of men's clothes that I'd like to donate. Are there any stipulations regarding what can be dropped off... aside from the clothes being clean obviously.

Anthony Nelson | Sep 6, 2022
Alexius Coronado | Sep 13, 2022

I believe you are welcome to visit CfR Mon evenings, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays in the morning and they will be more than happy to receive you and your donation. They are always happy to help.

I am out of state and don’t live here, but visiting my mother who is 84, can I get a little help with groceries? Thanks

Tim K | May 7, 2022
Kate Polgar | May 7, 2022

Sure, feel free to come to a food distribution to get groceries. We are open Mon 4-7pm, Weds and Fri 9am-12pm, and Sat 9am-1pm. Please bring your ID and something to carry the food home with you like strong bags or a cart. Thanks!

Good morning my name is gloria I got a question do you still help for leap heat thank you

gloria gonzalez | Oct 4, 2020
Kirby Chappell | Oct 4, 2020

Check with the Chinese Center on Argyle near Sheridan Rd.

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Not good food expired most of them

Omer Hashsa | Oct 5, 2019
helen wilkerson | Oct 5, 2019

Still good place when you have No Food. Pick and choose food you will eat in the next couple of days. They also offer perishable items.

Do they go by zip code

Milagros Bizarro | Oct 5, 2019
Care For Real | Oct 5, 2019

Hi Milagros! Our monthly program is available for clients living between Lawrence North to Devon; Western to Lake Shore Drive. Our Daily Program (bread, baked goods, fresh produce) is available to anyone seeking assistance. Just bring photo ID and proof of residency and we will get you all set up.

What zip code does it serve

Milagros Bizarro | Oct 5, 2019
kevin donnelly | Oct 5, 2019

60640. Foster north to Devon.

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How often can you go get food are?

Gin B | Oct 5, 2019
Angela Halterman | Oct 5, 2019

Monday Wednesday Friday Saturday in the morning from 9:ooam to12:ooam

Do you accept flower pots and related materials? Also: tables and office supplies?

Dale Knapp | Oct 5, 2019
Care For Real | Oct 5, 2019

Hi Dale! Unfortunately, we are unable to accept flower pots and larger items like tables, etc. due to space limitations. We can accept small household goods and office supplies, tho. Thank you for thinking of us!

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Do u have a food pantry tomorrow

Tiffany Ann | Oct 5, 2019
Care For Real | Oct 5, 2019

Hi Tiffany. We will be distributing food Saturday 9am-1pm. Make sure to bring extra bags! Although our Clothing Shop is closed temporarily during construction, we continue to distribute food Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays 9am-12noon and Saturdays 9am-1:00pm.

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What are the requirements for clothing

Mike Holland | Oct 5, 2019
rgp63 | Oct 5, 2019

You must register at the main desk, show State I.D or drivers license, phone bill or electric bill for proof of residency in the area that "Care for Real" services, and then they will determine if you qualify.

When does Care for Real have pet services

Darryl Ford | Oct 5, 2019
Care For Real | Oct 5, 2019

Hi Darryl! Our Pet Pantry takes place the first Thursday of each month from 3pm-5pm. Next distribution is Thursday, January 3.

Is careforreal open mon.

Josephine Delgado | Oct 5, 2019
kevin donnelly | Oct 5, 2019

Usually.

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Are you open on labour day?

Tristin Drea | Oct 5, 2018
mark anthony langridge | Oct 5, 2018

No

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Hello I am in need of food I live in edgewater near Clark and Devon is this outside of your service area ? How are your hours with the holiday near?

James Allen | Oct 5, 2018
Care For Real | Oct 5, 2018

Hi James! We are closed July 4 but reopen for normal food distribution hours on Friday, 9:00am-12noon. Please stop by, bring a photo identification and proof of residency (if different from the address on your ID). Let our greeter know that this is your first-time at Care for Real. We have a small intake form you'll need to complete. Please bring bags. Let us know if you need anything else!

South service boundary changed from Foster to Lawrence?

Eloisa Ocana | Oct 5, 2018
Will F (Will) | Oct 5, 2018

I'm confused I thought they were in the center by Balmoral and Sheridan.

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Is there a food pantry today

rochelle thundercloud | Oct 5, 2018
mark anthony langridge | Oct 5, 2018

Yes

Is there a baby pantry?

Blue Boozes | Oct 5, 2018
mark anthony langridge | Oct 5, 2018

Yes the do and they have a pet pantry too

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What are the requirements I need to receive food?

Emilia Martinez | Oct 5, 2018
Care For Real | Oct 5, 2018

Please bring in photo ID and proof of residency if different from the address on your Identification. ¡Por favor traiga una identificación con foto y un comprobante de residencia si es diferente de la identificación de su identificación! Te veo pronto.

What day u can get food

Mario Tanner | Oct 5, 2018
Will F (Will) | Oct 5, 2018

Mon. Weds. Fri. And Saturday from 8am to 12 .. you have to be in the door by 1130 though otherwise you may not be assisted. Bring your own bags as they don't have/ offer them

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