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Prairie State Legal Services 

Since 1977, Prairie State Legal Services (PSLS) has fought to achieve equal justice for people living in poverty across 36 counties in Northern and Central Illinois. We operate 11 offices, with locations in Bloomington, Galesburg, Joliet, Kankakee, Moline, Ottawa, Peoria, Rockford, Waukegan, West Suburban (West Chicago), and Woodstock. PSLS celebrates more than 45 years of service to those in need.

Our Work

We dedicate our work to individuals and families who have depleted resources for basic human needs, ultimately securing safe housing, food, income, and personal safety.

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Safety

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Housing

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Financial Stability

Client Success Stories

Hear from Zayra, a domestic violence survivor. PSLS was honored to walk the legal journey with Zayra, and help her and her family find a safer life.

Zayra's Story

Meet Tiffany, a veteran and an older adult in her 80s who relies on the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for her health benefits. Tiffany’s VA priority group changed after she made a financial investment. A…

VA Benefits for Tiffany

Meet Jefferson, an older adult who has lived in his home for more than 20 years. A few years ago, Jefferson got sick and had to stop working. That’s when he started to fall behind on his monthly mortgage payments.…

A Home for Jefferson

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