Stronger families make a stronger community
Services and resources to help Latino adults, youth, and children lead healthier, more connected lives.
Individuals, parents, and seniors benefit from educational activities, community and professional referrals, and skill-building support.
Location: 501 Bank Lane Highwood, IL 60040
Adult Services
Resources and Referrals
- Connecting Latino adults to information and resources that can improve health and wellness
- Bi-lingual staff support available, 1:30 – 3:30 pm daily
Senior Group
- A stigma-free space to connect, socialize, and participate in art, crafts, and cultural activities
- Takes place Mondays, 11 am – 1 pm
- Get in touch to sign up
Community Workshops
- Spanish language workshops that provide education and awareness on local resources, parenting skills, social-emotional supports, and more
- The next workshop is Friday, April 12, 5:30 – 7:30 pm, see details here
Youth Services
Providing a continuum of education, mentoring, social-emotional, and family support from childhood through high school graduation, and college or vocational school acceptance.
Escuelita
- Skilled staff and volunteers work daily to provide homework and social-emotional support to Oak Terrace and Red Oak Elementary students
- Support students with school success through academic and social-emotional learning activities
YESS
- Skilled staff and volunteers work daily to provide homework and social-emotional support to Northwood Elementary students
- Support students with school success through academic and social-emotional learning activities
Nuestro Verano
- A five-week summer camp with educational activities and field trips to support children’s emotional growth and well-being.
- For students in first through eighth grades
Volunteer Opportunities with Escuelita and YESS Programs
- Gain hands-on experience, boost your resume, and earn service hours
- Get in touch to learn more
Meet the Nuestro Center Team
Silviano Sanchez Galindo
Bilingual Education Specialist
YESS Program, Senior Group
Ximena Beteta Hernandez
Bilingual Education Specialist
Escuelita Program, Resources and Referrals
Jocy Rodriguez
Bilingual Education Specialist
Escuelita Program, Senior Group
