Community and Economic Development Association of Cook County, Inc. (CEDA)

Human Services in Illinois. The Community Action Agency serving Cook County under the federal Community Services Block Grant (CSBG), administered in Illinois by the Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity. It helps low-income residents with energy bill assistance (LIHEAP) and weatherization, food, rent and housing help, employment and self-sufficiency case management, Head Start/early childhood programs, and referrals

Phone: 800-571-2332

Good to know: Phone 800-571-2332 verified from the Illinois DCEO Community Action Agency county directory (dceo.illinois.gov) on 2026-06-01. CSBG eligible entity (Community Action Agency) serving Cook County.

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Frequently asked questions about Community and Economic Development Association of Cook County, Inc. (CEDA)

How do I contact Community and Economic Development Association of Cook County, Inc. (CEDA)?

You can call Community and Economic Development Association of Cook County, Inc. (CEDA) at 800-571-2332 in Illinois.

What services does Community and Economic Development Association of Cook County, Inc. (CEDA) offer?

The Community Action Agency serving Cook County under the federal Community Services Block Grant (CSBG), administered in Illinois by the Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity. It helps low-income residents with energy bill assistance (LIHEAP) and weatherization, food, rent and housing help, employment and self-sufficiency case management, Head Start/early childhood programs, and referrals to local aid. Call 800-571-2332 to ask about programs and eligibility.

Are services at Community and Economic Development Association of Cook County, Inc. (CEDA) free or low-cost?

Many community human services providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call Community and Economic Development Association of Cook County, Inc. (CEDA) at 800-571-2332 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.

Does Community and Economic Development Association of Cook County, Inc. (CEDA) offer services in other languages?

Call Community and Economic Development Association of Cook County, Inc. (CEDA) at 800-571-2332 to ask about languages supported. Many providers offer Spanish-language services or interpretation. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline supports English and Spanish 24/7 (press 2 for Spanish).

What if I'm in crisis right now?

If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1; LGBTQ+ youth press 3.

In crisis? Call or text 988 for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1. For immediate danger call 911.