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Mercy Home for Boys & Girls

Residential care, mentoring, and aftercare for at-risk youth in Chicago. Provides safe housing and educational support.

Location

1140 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60607

Phone

(312) 738-7560

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Hours

Contact for intake

Languages

English

How to access family support help

Family resource centers offer drop-in support, parenting classes, and referrals. Childcare assistance programs help pay for daycare. Crisis services provide immediate intervention for families in distress.

What to bring

Proof of income and household size for assistance programs. Children's birth certificates or Social Security cards may be needed for enrollment.

Typical timeline

Crisis intervention is immediate. Childcare assistance applications take 2-4 weeks. Parenting programs are ongoing with rolling enrollment.

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Can't reach this resource?

If you're having trouble contacting this resource or need additional help, call 211. It's free, confidential, and available 24/7.

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