“My kids love this house — they go to school, their friends come over — we’re living like everyone else.” ― Debbie [read her story]
In our residences, members learn to cook, stay clean and healthy, budget their money, take their medications, clean the house, and get along with other people. A case worker visits residents to provide “daily living” support and skills coaching. In our group homes, a house manager spends evenings and nights, always there to lend a helping hand.
The New Foundation Center has supported shared houses (group homes) in Glencoe, Morton Grove, Skokie, and Wilmette, as well as supported apartments for members in Evanston, Skokie, and Wilmette. About half of our housing is given to homeless people. Each home meets local zoning regulations and is inspected regularly by the Illinois Department of Human Services, Bureau of Accreditation, Licensure, and Certification.
“Now, my life is good; I’m happy here.” ― Mike [read his story]
To learn more, contact Mike Bielaczyc: mBielaczyc@newfoundationcenter.org 847-386-3060
Supportive Housing Program receives funding boost!
Thanks to friends and gifts small and large we met the $15,000 match for a challenge grant that a local foundation awarded to New Foundation Center’s supportive housing program. The money was raised six months prior to the challenge deadline with gifts from first time donors and increased gifts from individuals, businesses and families.
The supportive housing program provides vital support services for 49 men and women who live in New Foundation Center residences. The program relies on state and federal funding but each year funding is threatened. The challenge grant will help insure these services are maintained so members can live safely and securely in the community.
Here is a related article from "New York Times" about how supportive housing has made a difference and why it makes sense.
http://www.nytimes.com/2010/04/18/fashion/18GenB.html