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Why Words Matter: "Youth Experiencing Homelessness" vs. "Homeless Youth" | Blog #1

We are thrilled to welcome you to the Covenant House Illinois Blog, where we embark on a journey to shed light on the often unseen and...

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An Update from Susan Reyna-Guerrero

Dear Friends, I hope this letter finds you well and enjoying the fun and sun of the summer!! As you may know, July 1 marked the...

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CHIL Spotlight: An update on Marcus!

Last summer we introduced you to Marcus, a resident at CHIL who moved out of our campus in August 2022 (read his interview here). We are...

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Senator Duckworth Visits CHIL in Anticipation of Facility Renovation

U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) visited Covenant House Illinois (CHIL) on June 5, for which she secured $1 million through a...

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month – CHIL programs utilize Trauma-Informed Care best practices

Year-round, but especially this month, CHIL programs offer opportunities for young people to focus on their mental health. CHIL staff at...

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CHIL’s Street Outreach and Aftercare Program, an interview with Beverly Williams

CHIL’s Street Outreach and Aftercare Program (SOAP) seeks to reach youth experiencing homelessness where they are using multiple means of...

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