Pets Are Family
PETS ARE FAMILY: COMMUNITY CARE FUND
Financial assistance for pets and their owners to afford veterinary care.
Families who qualify are able to access routine veterinary care as well as emergency care for pets in need. One of the reasons pets are surrendered to the shelter is because their family is unable to afford the financial burden of vital veterinary care. The Community Care Fund keeps pets healthy and in their home.
Apply for Assistance
The Community Care Fund is for families most in need of assistance. To qualify, families show that the household income does not exceed 150% of the Federal Poverty Level (click here for income qualifications) or that they receive Disability, Medicaid, WIC, Link Card welcome letter, LIHEAP, TANF, or Unemployment.
Residents of Chicago Heights, IL and Park Forest, IL will be given priority, but families from other areas may apply.
If you need assistance completing this application, please visit or call the South Suburban Humane Society at 708-755-7387. and press 500 to reach staff member in the Pet Resource Center. A representative can assist you with completing the application.
Office hours are 7 days per week from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm.
This program is provided in part by a grant from PetSmart Charities.