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Bethel Family Resource Center

Satellite office · Illinois workNet network

Weekly hoursMon–Thu 8:30 AM–5:00 PM

Bethel Family Resource Center is a satellite office in Chicago Heights, Illinois, part of the Illinois workNet network. It is at 1250 Portland Avenue, Chicago Heights, IL 60411. Call 708-758-5585. Hours: Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–5:00 PM.

What to bring to Bethel Family Resource Center

  • Photo IDIllinois's claim checklist asks for an ID
  • Social Security numberIllinois's claim checklist asks for it
  • Your work historyEmployers and dates; Illinois asks for the last 18 months
  • A resume, even a rough draftUseful if you want resume or job search help
  • Unemployment claim detailsClaim number and any letters, if you already filed

Full checklist by situation · Illinois unemployment documents

Bethel Family Resource Center hours Central Time

Mon8:30 AM–5:00 PM
Tue8:30 AM–5:00 PM
Wed8:30 AM–5:00 PM
Thu8:30 AM–5:00 PM
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Address and contact

1250 Portland AvenueChicago Heights, IL 60411

Phone
708-758-5585
TTY
800-526-0844
Email
Not published
Time zone
Central Time

Services at Bethel Family Resource Center

Training (WIOA)Veterans servicesYouth programsAssistance with completing applications and formsCommunity networking and support groupsFree internet and public Wi-Fi accessComputer skills trainingJob search assistance workshopsEmergency financial aidCareer counseling and coachingEmployer partnerships and hiring supportJob search assistanceResume writing and interview preparationLow-income housing programsRental assistance programsTransitional housingUtility assistance programs

The source marks some of these services as requiring enrollment or eligibility.

Center type: Satellite office. Center types explained

Unemployment help and appointments

The official listing does not say whether this center helps with unemployment claims.

Appointments: The official listing does not say whether you need an appointment. Call first.

Illinois policy: IDES offices take walk-ins and appointments.

Workforce board

Region: LWIA 7. How WIOA training works

Accessibility and languages

The official listing does not describe accessibility features. Call ahead to request accommodations; federal one-stop rules require American Job Center sites to be physically and programmatically accessible to people with disabilities.

TTY: 800-526-0844

Spanish-language help is not confirmed by the official listing.

Map and directions

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Questions about Bethel Family Resource Center

What are the hours of Bethel Family Resource Center?

Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–5:00 PM (Central Time). Days not shown are not listed by the official source, so call before you go on those days and on holidays.

What is the phone number of Bethel Family Resource Center?

708-758-5585.

Where is Bethel Family Resource Center located?

1250 Portland Avenue, Chicago Heights, IL 60411.

Can I file for unemployment at Bethel Family Resource Center?

The official listing does not say whether this center helps with unemployment claims. In Illinois you can file online through the state unemployment website or by phone at 1-800-244-5631.

How much is unemployment in Illinois?

The maximum weekly benefit is $628 for up to 26 weeks, according to the U.S. Department of Labor table effective July 2026. Your amount depends on your past wages.

Sources

Checked October 30, 2026 against apps.illinoisworknet.com/Locator/api/SPSearch.

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