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Fight Hunger with Care for Real
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Care for Real is experiencing a surge in need for food assistance. They've had more than 42,000 pantry visits so far this year compared to 24,000 during the same period last year. Care for Real distributes food six days a week to approximately 150-200 families each day. With the eviction moratorium ending and food costs rising, they expect the need to continue to grow. Help Care for Real provide fresh and nutritious foods to our neighbors who need it most by signing up to volunteer, hosting a collection drive for high-need items, or making a financial contribution. Learn more at careforreal.org or email info@careforreal.org to get involved today.
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ONE Northside Turkey Giveaway
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ONE Northside's street outreach team, Communities Partnering for Peace, welcomes contributions to support their Turkey Giveaway this month. If you and your family have extra resources, please consider sharing with families in Rogers Park and Uptown who could use an extra blessing. Contribute here: bit.ly/CP4PRogersParkUptown.
ONE Northside will have a toy drive in December, too - please stay tuned for more opportunities! For more info, call/text Darrell at 773-999-1630.
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Every year, State Rep. Kelly Cassidy's office hosts a coat drive to keep our most vulnerable neighbors warm during the winter months. Consider donating coats, hats, gloves, scarves, and other winter clothing to help our neighbors in need.
Gently used or new items can be dropped off through December 10 at Robert Jeffrey Hair Studio (5412 N. Clark), R Public House (1508 W. Jarvis), or the District Office (5533 N. Broadway. To view a wishlist on Amazon, click here.
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Brighten the Lives of Survivors this Holiday Season!
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It's important for people who have survived domestic violence to be able to make their own choices. Between Friends believes that survivors know their own needs better than anybody. That’s why every holiday season, they ask for gift cards to be donated to give directly to clients so they can make their own purchases.
This year their client need cards from the following places:
Visa gift cards: giftcards.com/visa-gift-cards
Target: target.com/c/gift-cards/-/N-5xsxu
Walmart: walmart.com/cp/96894
Please consider supporting Between Friends' clients in this way! These can either be electronic cards that are sent to joem@betweenfriendschicago.org, or physical cards that are mailed to:
Gift Card Drive
Between Friends
PO Box 608548
Chicago, IL 60660
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Community Engagement Opportunities
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Theatre Above the Law Features: Eb & Belle
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Starting November 18 and running through December 19, Theatre Above the Law will feature Eb & Belle by Ryan Stevens.
A unique spin on a classic Christmas tale, Eb & Belle tells the story of Ebenezer Scrooge and his first love Belle. The story takes place before he became the curmudgeon we recognize today. For more information and tickets, visit theatreatl.org.
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Rogers Park/West Ridge Historical Society Historic Virtual House Walks Continue in November
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Join the Rogers Park/West Ridge Historical Society for a virtual house walk this month.
On November 13, hear the story of the first African-American family in Rogers Park and a proposal to keep their memory alive. Rogers Park's first African-American residents, John and Amanda Pollard, raised eight remarkable children in their home at 1928 W. Lunt in spite of the racial and religious prejudices common during their lifetimes. The story of the family's many accomplishments are an inspiration for all, and a proposal to give their name to the park next to their home will share their story for generations to come.
The cost is $10 per episode, or get the whole tour for $30 ($25 with a membership discount). Watch the remaining episodes as they happen and view previous ones at your convenience with a special password you'll receive after registration.
Learn more and register to get your Zoom link by clicking here.
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Join Lifeline Theatre's Board!
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Lifeline Theatre is seeking individuals who have experience and/or interest in the fields of fundraising, event planning, strategic planning, law, marketing, or real estate/development. Ideal candidates have diverse networks and/or ties to art-supporting companies in the Chicago area. They are encouraging people of all backgrounds to inquire, as they hope to build a Board that reflects our diverse community.
Board members contribute, on average, about 6-10 hours per month attending board/committee meetings and other board-related events. In exchange for your service, you have the opportunity to work with a dynamic group of people and play a vital role in Chicago’s cultural community. From their board members, to their artists, and to their patrons, Lifeline Theatre attracts a remarkable group of creative and diverse personalities.
For more information on joining Lifeline’s board or host committee, please contact Vashti Emigh, Managing Director at 773.761.4477 or vashti@lifelinetheatre.com.
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24th District Senior Film Series Presents: Return to Me
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The 24th District's Senior Film Series will present Return to Me this month. Following the movie, attendees are invited to stay for a discussion with Professor Lisa Skemp, Ph.D., of Loyola University's Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing. Professor Skemp specializes in nursing science, gerontology, and culturally-informed healthy aging.
The screening will take place on Friday, November 19, at 2 pm. Free parking is available on Schreiber Avenue just south of the station, and parking restrictions will temporarily be lifted during the event. Pre-registration is required to attend this film due to a 30 person limit. Please email Officer Kline in the 24th District Community Policing Office to RSVP at Hank.Kline@chicagopolice.org.
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Each week we've been updating this section with the rapid information coming down from all levels of government. This has resulted in a long email with the information running for several weeks. To shorten the length of the newsletter and provide the freshest content, we have archived all the COVID-19 newsletters on the 49th Ward website. You can also refer to the Rogers Park Community Response Team's website, where resources and information are abundantly available for our neighbors.
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Affordable Care Act (ACA) Marketplace Enrollment is Open
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The Affordable Care Act (ACA) Marketplace Enrollment is open from November 1, 2021, through January 15, 2022. (In order to have coverage that begins January 1, you must still enroll by December 15). These plans cover essential health services, including behavioral health screenings, maternity care, hospital care, and medications. More financial help is available this year to make these plans very affordable, with more than 80% of people qualifying for assistance.
Visit HealthCare.gov, CuidadodeSalud.gov, or call the marketplace at 1-800-318-2596. Get the Covered Connector app at widget.getcoveredamerica.org/.
To learn more about Medicaid and enroll, go to https://abe.illinois.gov.
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Veterans may be Eligible to Receive a No-Fee City Sticker
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Did you know the Office of the City Clerk offers a No-Fee Veterans City Sticker option?
To qualify for a No-Fee Veterans City Sticker, you must:
- Be an Ex-Prisoner of War, Purple-Heart Veteran, or disabled Veteran with an unexpired Illinois PW, PR, IS, or DV plate.
- Present an unexpired Illinois Driver’s License or State ID with a “VETERAN” designation
*Annual Residential Zone Parking may be added for $25.00 if the purchaser resides in a Residential Parking Zone.
Visit ChiCityClerk.com/sticker to check your eligibility.
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Call for Artists: Night Out in the Parks
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The Chicago Park District is seeking proposals from Chicago-based organizations, collectives, and individual artists to participate in the 10th year of the Night Out in the Parks program. The season runs from June 1 - December 31, 2022. Proposals are due by midnight Wednesday, December 8, 2021, for 2022 season consideration. Further information on this opportunity can be found on the Park District's website, www.chicagoparkdistrict.com.
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Lead Service Line Replacement Program Expansion Announced
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To be eligible for a free lead service line replacement, residents must:
- Have kids 18 and under at home OR
- Have elevated lead levels in their drinking water;
- Reside in a single-family house or two-flat that they own;
- Meet income requirements of $74,550 or less for a family of four
To learn more about the Equity Lead Service Line Replacement Program, visit www.LeadSafeChicago.org.
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Apply for the Child Tax Credit by November 15
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Most Chicago families are now eligible for $3,000- $3,600 per child with the expanded Federal Child Tax Credit, and you can start receiving monthly payments this year. Not receiving payments yet? Sign-up by Nov. 15: www.getctc.org/IL.
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Tenant Rights and Responsibilities: Handling Emergency Situations Workshop
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The Great Lakes Credit Union is partnering with the Uptown People's Law Center to host a free workshop on tenants' rights and responsibilities when handling emergency situations. Learn about tenant and landlord responsibilities, resources available in an emergency, state and federal laws that protect tenants, and more.
The event will take place virtually on Saturday, November 13, at 11 am. For more information and to register, click here.
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Save the Date: 11/22 Housing and Eviction Virtual Town Hall
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The City of Chicago is hosting a free virtual information session on Monday, November 22nd at 5 pm about housing and eviction supports. This event is free and aimed at connecting Chicagoans with resources to help them stay in their homes. Participants can learn about their housing rights, how to apply for rental assistance, and understand how the eviction court system works, including how to access free legal aid. There will be time for residents to ask any questions they may have about housing and evictions.
Event Details:
Watch the live stream on Chicago Department of Housing’s Facebook or Twitter (in English only) at Facebook.com/ChicagoDOH and Twitter.com/ChicagoDOH.
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Emergency Heating Repair Program Application Now Open
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The Chicago Department of Housing's Emergency Heating Repair Program (EHRP) opens on November 1. The grant provides up to $24,999 to low-to-moderate income, owner-occupied residential buildings of one to four units. The program is limited to the repair/replacement services of a heating system. Remedies are commensurate to the level of damage determined by the DOH Rehab Construction division upon inspection. Grant funds are limited and provided on a first-come, first-serve basis to qualified Chicago residential property owners.
For more information, eligibility requirements, and to download the packet, visit the Department of Housing's website.
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CTA Virtual Community Meetings
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On December 7th and 8th, CTA will host two virtual community meetings from 6-7:30 pm. Each meeting will cover two of the four Red Line Extension station areas. These meetings will focus on presenting development concepts for each of the proposed station areas. For more information about the TSD Plan, please visit transitchicago.com/RLE/TSD. For questions about the RLE Project and/or the TSD Plan, please contact the project team at RedExtension@transitchicago.com.
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Help Shape the First Citywide Plan in More than 50 Years
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We Will Chicago is seeking the public's input on a series of questions drafted over the past several weeks. Your responses to these questions will help shape the policy recommendations included in the citywide plan.
Select one of the plan pillars to provide your feedback. Each pillar has different guiding questions. You may provide comments on as many pillars as you would like.
Click here to take the survey.
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CHA Updating its Waitlist
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The CHA is conducting a waitlist update to ensure they have current contact information for all applicants who applied for either Public Housing and/or Project-Based Voucher program on or before December 31, 2020. This helps the CHA verify the contact information for applicants and confirm that they're still interested in CHA housing.
In January 2021, initial communications went out to all families on these waitlists. This fall, the CHA is sending additional communications to families on its lists that have yet to complete the update. If applicants have not completed the update yet, they must log in to CHA's online web portal to complete the update by December 31, 2021.
Applicants on CHA's waitlists can call 312-913-7400 or email CHAOccupancy@thecha.org with any questions.
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LCBH Rental Assistance Programs
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The Lawyers Committee for Better Housing (LCBH) is helping connect eligible Chicago residents to rental assistance. If you are experiencing financial hardship and are having a hard time paying rent and utilities, you may qualify for rental assistance. Call LCBH's Social Services Department at 312-784-3527 and ask to speak to a case manager to see if you are eligible.
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Emergency Rental Assistance Application Open
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All Chicago opened a streamlined, online application for rental assistance under the Treasury Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) through the Illinois Department of Human Services. The online application is available at allchicago.org.
Eligible households may receive up to 12 months of rental and utility arrears assistance, plus an additional 3 months if needed to ensure housing stability.
An eligible household is a rental household in the City of Chicago in which one or more individuals meets the following criteria:
- Qualifies for unemployment or has experienced a reduction in household income, incurred significant costs, or experienced a financial hardship due to COVID-19;
- Demonstrates a risk of experiencing homelessness or housing instability; and
- Has a household income at or below 80% of the area median income (AMI).
The application requires limited documentation to reduce barriers to the assistance. For tenants and landlords who need help or do not have sufficient internet access, All Chicago has partnered with Catholic Charities, Heartland Human Care Services, Lawyers Committee for Better Housing, Phalanx Family Services, and Spanish Coalition for Housing to provide assistance with the application process.
We encourage our community partners to spread the word for eligible households to apply directly online, by calling 311 or 312-744-5000 and asking for short-term assistance, or by contacting one of our tenant/landlord representative partners listed above.
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Nationwide Natural Gas Price Spike Expected to
Mean Higher Heating Bills this Winter
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As we head into winter, Peoples Gas is letting customers know that their heating bills will likely rise as the temperatures fall due to a nationwide spike in natural gas prices.
The price of natural gas has more than doubled this year and currently sits at the highest level in a decade. The increase is due mainly to tight supplies and a worldwide increase in demand for natural gas.
An analysis done by Peoples Gas predicts the typical residential customer will pay $60 more a month this winter compared to last winter. The analysis assumes typical winter weather.
Peoples Gas uses a proactive, multi-pronged approach to make sure customers have reliable and affordable energy while limiting the impact of sudden price changes. The company buys and stores gas when it is typically lower-priced, locks in guaranteed natural gas contracts at fixed prices, and purchases gas in the market. By using this approach, Peoples Gas hopes that this will lower this winter's gas costs for its customers by approximately 20%
In order to help customers in the greatest need, bill assistance is available through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and the Share the Warmth program. To see if you are eligible and to apply, Peoples Gas customers can call the Community Economic Development Association (CEDA) at 800-571-2332 or go to cedaorg.net.
Separate from financial assistance programs, Peoples Gas will work with customers to arrange a payment plan that best fits their needs and set up budget billing that keeps bills stable from month to month. Customers can call Peoples Gas or go to peoplesgasdelivery.com to discuss available options.
Customers can take steps to manage their energy use by turning down their thermostats, using programmable thermostats, sealing gaps around windows and doors, and scheduling an annual furnace tuneup. Peoples Gas also offers free energy efficiency consultation. For more low and no-cost energy-saving tips, go to peoplesgasdelivery.com/savings/.
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Peoples Gas Heating Assistance Program
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Peoples Gas has options to help customers struggling to pay their natural gas bills. The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) provides financial assistance to help customers with limited income pay their energy bills. Grants are also available through the Peoples Gas Share the Warmth program.
The Community and Economic Development Association (CEDA) manages both programs and is taking applications by phone. To see if you are eligible or to apply, call CEDA at 800-571-2332.
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PIPP/LIHEAP Offer Customers Assistance with Utility Bills
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To help eligible customers stay current on their bills and help them avoid unnecessary fees come spring, ComEd regularly works with state and federal agencies to provide assistance options to those facing financial hardship.
The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is a federal program that can help you stay warm during winter by providing eligible customers with a one-time payment towards your energy bills. Benefits are available once per program year, from September 2021 through May 2022, or until funds are exhausted. Whether you rent or own your home, LIHEAP offers financial help to limited-income households to pay heat and electric bills.
The Percentage of Income Payment Plan (PIPP) is a choice within Illinois LIHEAP to help manage energy bills year-round. You will be placed on a budget billing plan that is subsidized by a monthly PIPP benefit amount, determined by a percentage of your household income. Each month, you receive a PIPP benefit towards a portion of your budget bill amount. If an on-time and in-full payment is received, you may also receive a monthly arrearage credit, if applicable.
Applications for LIHEAP and PIPP can be submitted online, by phone, or in person and are available at your Local Administering Agency. Visit LIHEAPillinois.com for details. Prefer to call instead? Residents of Chicago and Cook County can call 800-571-2332 for information.
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Utility Billing Relief (UBR) provides low-income City of Chicago residents with a reduced rate on their water, sewer, and water-sewer tax as well as debt relief for those who demonstrate they can manage the reduced rate bills for one year. Benefits for UBR participants include:
- A reduced rate on water, sewer, and water-sewer tax.
- No late payment penalties or debt collection activity including water shut-off.
- Debt forgiveness after successfully completing one year with no past due balance.
Operating in partnership with the Community and Economic Development Association of Cook County (CEDA), who operates the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), the UBR program will utilize their expertise and extensive network of partner organizations to conduct outreach and enroll homeowners.
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Choose Chicago - Social Media 101 Zoom Sessions!
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Choose Chicago is bridging the gap between the digital divide that is more present than ever. They are offering an exciting opportunity for small businesses to participate in free social media 101 Zoom sessions with Choose Chicago's social media guru, Joanie Faletto, on November 17th and November 19th. She’ll cover some of the basics for businesses looking to attract and retain customers in a digital-first age and answer any of your online marketing questions.
Registration link: 10am - 11am, Wednesday, November 17, 2021
Registration link : 10am - 11am, Friday, November 19, 2021
Space is limited, so please register if you plan to attend. Small businesses with basic social media questions can always reach out to neighborhoods@choosechicago.com.
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Chicago Park Concessions & Alfresco Dining
Grant Applications Now Open
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The Chicago Park Districted opened its Notice of Application for new concession opportunities for the 2022 park season as well as the Alfresco Outdoor Dining Grant Program.
Small business owners are encouraged to apply for these unique opportunities. The deadline to apply is November 22. For more information and to submit an application, visit parkconcessions.com.
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Energy Efficiency Workshop December 8
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The City of Chicago, ComEd, Peoples Gas, and EPA Region 5 are co-hosting an Energy Efficiency Workshop on Wednesday, December 8, at 8 am. The workshop will focus on industrial energy savings for Chicago facilities. The workshop will help companies reduce operating costs, increase profit margins, lower their greenhouse gas footprint, and earn incentives through energy efficiency. This two-hour workshop will cover:
- Successful industrial energy efficiency case studies.
- Energy management planning for your facility, including an introduction to Strategic Energy Management.
- Incentives and recognition programs from ComEd, Peoples Gas, and ENERGY STAR.
- Free resources for improving energy efficiency at your facility.
Interested businesses and industry partners can register to attend the workshop by clicking here.
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ComEd Small Business Assistance Program
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ComEd's Small Business Assistance Program provides eligible small business customers, with a one-time grant of up to $1,000 towards a past due balance, once every 12 months. Eligible customers may also place a remaining balance into a payment plan of up to six months.
Eligibility:
Small business customers applying for this program must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Have an active ComEd service account (includes customers disconnected within the past 30 days).
- Use less than 1400 kilowatts (kWs) of peak demand. This includes customers who are
0-100kW or watt hour. To confirm the amount of kWs your business uses, reference your ComEd bill (see sample bill).
- Have a past balance, per the bill due date.
- Have not received Nonprofit Special Hardship grants in 2020.
For more information and to apply, visit ComEd's website.
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Senn Principal Selection Survey
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Map of Senn boundary area
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The Senn High School Local School Council is in the process of selecting a new principal after Ms. Beck started a new position within CPS at the end of the 20-21 school year. To ensure that the principal selection is inclusive and representative of the wants and needs of the entire Senn community, the LSC has created a survey open to anyone who lives within the Senn Attendance Boundaries to gain insight and help guide the LSC throughout this process.
If you live in the Senn boundaries, please take a moment to complete the online survey.
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Chicago Industrial Arts and Design Center Winter Classes
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Winter classes begin at the Chicago Industrial Arts and Design Center the week of January 3. The program is FREE for CPS students in grades 6-12. Learn more and register today at ciadc.org!
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Safer Foundation Youth Empowerment Program (YEP)
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The Safer Foundation's Youth Empowerment Program (YEP) is a not-for-profit organization that assists young adults with criminal records. The program prepares youth between the ages of 16-24 for their High School Equivalency test to obtain a GED. For more information and to register, call 312-575-3285.
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Moran Center for Youth Advocacy Launches a Rogers Park Education Advocacy Program
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The Moran Center for Youth Advocacy has launched the Rogers Park Project. The project is a pilot program that will provide free educational advocacy to students living in and/or attending school in the Rogers Park neighborhood.
To learn more, call 847-492-1410.
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SUFEO Helpline Provides Free Legal Help on School Issues
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Loyola's free legal helpline for the 2021-2022 school year is now OPEN. Stand Up For Each Other (SUFEO) Chicago is a group of law students that provides free legal assistance, all under attorney supervision, to K-12 students facing:
- Inadequate special education services
- Suspension, expulsion, and other discipline
- Bullying, harassment, and discrimination
- COVID-19 issues and remote learning barriers
- Other school-related legal issues
If you work with any K-12 students or their parents/guardians who need help understanding their school rights, please encourage them to call the helpline at 773-800-0338.
Additionally, SUFEO Chicago offers free know-your-rights trainings and education law workshops to students and their parents/guardians and service providers, both virtually and in-person. Please contact SUFEO's Outreach Coordinators Sarah Bianchi and Brittany Haracz at sufeo-chicago@luc.edu with the subject line "Outreach Inquiry" for more information.
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CPS Launches a Children & Family Benefits Unit
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Chicago Public Schools has launched a new program, the Children and Benefits Family Unit. The goal of the unit is to make sure that every student has proper medical care. They achieve this by focusing on 3 points: enroll, engage, and utilize. The Children and Benefits Family Unit help parents understand their options for Medicaid and other government benefits and help them apply and/or renew their benefits. The program also helps families utilize their benefits by connecting them with a primary care physician.
For more information, visit cps.edu/cfbu or call 773-553-KIDS (5437).
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Apply to Work at Hamdard Health Alliance
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Hamdard Health Alliance has a number of positions open. Located in Rogers Park, Hamdard Health presents an excellent opportunity to pursue a fulfilling career that gives back to the community. To learn more, visit hamdardhealth.org.
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Getir Chicago is Now hiring
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Getir Chicago is now hiring delivery drivers and order packers for their locations throughout the city. Learn more and apply on their website.
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Heartland Alliance Seeking Employees that Speak Farsi, Dari and/or Pashto to Help with Afghan Refugees
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Heartland Alliance is working closely with Afghan refugees who recently arrived in Chicago. They're seeking employees and/or volunteers who speak Farsi, Dari, and Pashto to help with their efforts.
For more information, visit heartlandalliance.org/careers or email careers@heartlandalliance.org.
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Madonna Mission is Hiring an ESL Language Instructor
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Part-Time English as a Second Language Instructor
Madonna Mission is a not-for-profit organization providing educational and resettlement programs for refugee individuals and their families. Madonna Mission is located at 1706 W. Morse Ave., Chicago, IL 60626.
Madonna Mission is seeking a part-time ESL Instructor to support its Adult Education program. The ESL Instructor will prepare limited English proficient adult learners to succeed in the workforce, access postsecondary education or training opportunities, and otherwise participate in their communities. The part-time ESL Instructor will deliver English-language instruction classes, in person, to adult ESL students at Madonna Mission 2 days per week.
This position is part-time (approximately 7 hours per week). Pay is $20/hour.
Job Responsibilities
The English as a Second Language Instructor is responsible for the following:
- Planning, organizing, and providing English-language instruction classes, in person, to adult ESL students at Madonna Mission.
- Developing and delivering lesson plans that utilize a broad range of differentiated techniques.
- Monitoring student attendance, goals, referrals, and testing; administering assessments for the purpose of evaluating student progress
Key Competencies
We’re seeking candidates who have excellent organizational skills, demonstrate initiative and strong critical thinking skills, and are strong communicators. The candidate should have:
- Previous experience teaching English as a Second Language to adults (required)
- A bachelor’s degree (required)
- Ability to teach multiple levels (beginning, intermediate, advanced)
- Experience managing multiple projects, the ability to keep concise and accurate records, the ability to adapt to changing work priorities
- Ability to work both independently and as a team member, cooperating with and demonstrating cultural sensitivity to staff and constituents
How to Apply
Please send a cover letter and resume to Peggy Forbes, Executive Director, at peggy@madonnamission.org by November 19, 2021.
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Wild Onion Market is Hiring a Social Media Coordinator
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Wild Onion Market is a food co-op in development that will be located in either West Ridge, Rogers Park, or south Evanston. A food co-op is a values-driven alternative to a conventional grocery store model. Their values of sustainability, access to fresh food, and supporting local farmers and producers drive their decisions. People before profit.
Wild Onion Market is seeking a Social Media Coordinator on a contract basis starting immediately. Approximately 5-7 hours per week over 3-4 days each week. $25/hour
Responsibilities:
- Understand and embrace the mission of a food co-op (values-centered)
- Assist in managing the co-op's social media accounts (Facebook and Instagram)
- Work with specific project teams to assist in the development and management of social media strategies for Wild Onion Market constituents
- Edit content for social media
- Tag, comment, and engage social media followers and constituents
Qualifications / Skills:
- interest in sustainability, equity, diversity, and inclusion
- understanding of online engagement techniques
- excellent verbal and written communication
- organized, experience with project management
- demonstrated experience in social media strategy and implementation
Please email your resume and a writing sample to lisa@wildonionmarket.com
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Mary Crane Center is Now Hiring
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Mary Crane Center is hiring a full-time teacher assistant and a classroom floater. Start a fulfilling career today in early childhood development. More information on the positions and how to apply can be found by clicking on the corresponding links below.
Teacher Assistant
Classroom Floater
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Collective Resource is Hiring
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Collective Resource Compost, a specialty waste hauler that collects food scraps for composting, is hiring. They work out of a site just over the border in Skokie (near McCormick, between Howard and Touhy). The Driver / Compost Service Specialist job starts at $16 per hour and goes to $17 after a 90-day review. They're looking for people who are reliable, hard-working, tech-capable, and committed to reducing environmental harm.
Learn more at: collectiveresource.us/join-our-team/.
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The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Chicago has three exciting employment opportunities in their organization. NAMI Chicago is an inclusive employer that welcomes and encourages everyone who is guided by compassion, integrity, and the desire to create connections, to consider joining its dedicated team.
Below are links to the details of the current vacant positions in the Training and Education Department at NAMI Chicago. This department provides information and tools to communities on mental health awareness and crisis Intervention.
Training and Education Instructional Designer
Training & Education Manager I
Training and Education Manager II
Please apply at www.namichicago.org/career
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CPS is Hiring Lunch Attendants
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CPS is hiring lunch attendants across the district! Employees get to work a regular Monday to Friday schedule with holidays off. Positions include medical, dental, and pension benefits.
For more information and to apply, visit cps.edu/careers.
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Thresholds provides services and resources for persons with serious mental illnesses and substance use disorders in Chicago and surrounding suburbs. They work with many populations, including youth and young adults, veterans, young mothers, deaf, and individuals experiencing homelessness, among others.
Learn more and apply today at thresholds.org/careers.
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Care for Real is adding to its team! The new position, Bilingual Program Associate, will work directly with clients of the Rogers Park Food Pantry. Over a third of the guests to the pantry are Spanish-speaking and this position works with them and all guests to the pantry to ensure all are served with dignity and compassion.
For more information and to apply, visit Care for Real's website.
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Howard Area Community Center is Hiring
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Howard Area Community Center is seeking qualified candidates for several positions. They're currently seeking two part-time administrative assistants for its early childhood program, teachers for early childhood learning, a reentry coach, and a reentry navigator.
For more information, email thorne@howardarea.org.
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Apply to be a Parent Mentor
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Loyola University Chicago is seeking well-qualified individuals to serve as part-time, seasonal Parent Mentor Coordinators in four Chicago Public Schools: Sullivan High School, New Field Primary, McCutcheon Elementary, and Clinton Elementary.
Each school will host one Parent Mentor Coordinator who will supervise a cohort of eight Parent Mentors in their assigned school. The Parent Mentor Coordinator position will pay $18/hour for up to 18 hours a week for the entirety of the 2021-2022 school year. Ideally, Parent Mentor Coordinators are parent leaders, meaning they come to the work with a parent perspective.
Interested candidates can email Mitch Hendrickson at mhendrickson3@luc.edu with their resume and brief cover letter.
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Apply to be a Crossing Guard
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Earlier this year, the City of Chicago transferred the crossing guard program from OEMC to Chicago Public Schools. During this transition, many crossing guards decided to retire or resign while school was not operating in person due to the pandemic.
As we have CPS has returned to in-person learning, they have been working hard to fill vacant positions. They are still seeking applicants to fill the positions to help families and children safely get to and from school.
To apply to become a crossing guard, please follow the steps below:
- Please visit the CPS Careers Website at cps.edu/careers
- Click on "CPS Job Board" at the bottom of the page.
- On the top of the next page, click on "Basic Search."
- Type "Crossing Guard" into the "Keywords" field.
- Click on the Crossing Guard job posting for the location you want to apply to, and follow the instructions to fill out the applications.
If you have any questions, please contact Crossingguard@cps.edu.
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Greater West Town Training Programs
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Greater West Town Community Development and Project has over 30 years of expanding economic opportunities in education, job training, and job placement for Chicago. Check out the academic and location opportunities available to Chicago residence now, then schedule your orientation today. For more information, please call 312-563-9044 or visit http://GWTP.org
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Find a Career with S&C Electric Company
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S&C Electric in Rogers Park is hiring several key positions to join their team. S&C Electric is a 100% employee-owned team seeking several team members in the Rogers Park community to keep the lights on across the globe.
To learn more and apply, visit ww.sandc.com/careers.
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Trilogy Behavioral Healthcare Job Openings
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Trilogy Behavioral Healthcare is hiring several key positions to join their team.
As one of the leading community mental health organizations in Illinois, Trilogy is committed to excellence, diversity, and opportunity. They are a mission-driven organization as committed to innovative practice models in mental health treatment as they are to helping our employees do their best work.
Working at Trilogy is an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of our neighbors and help strengthen the community.
For more information on current job openings, visit Trilogy's Careers website at trilogyinc.org/careers.
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Heartland Alliance Job Openings
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Heartland Alliance has several positions open across Chicago. These positions include a bilingual mental health clinical practitioner, a clinical supervisor, an LPN, case managers, and more.
Heartland Alliance works to advance human rights and champion human dignity by providing services and promoting solutions to achieve a more just global society. Heartland Alliance's mission is to advance human rights and respond to the human needs of endangered populations—particularly the poor, the isolated, and the displaced—through the provision of comprehensive and respectful services and the promotion of permanent solutions leading to a more just global society. Their approach is multi-faceted and intentional and intersects through three focus areas: health and healing, safety and justice, and economic opportunity.
For more information on job openings, visit Heartland Alliance's Careers website by clicking here.
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