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Spotlight Charity

The Young Irish Fellowship Club is dedicated to promoting philanthropy within our community. Each month we will highlight a different local charity to help raise awareness and funding, and also provide volunteering options for those who wish to donate their time and talent.

MAY SPOTLIGHT CHARITY:

Misericordia Heart of Mercy: A Good Day and Better Tomorrow
http://www.misericordia.org/

Operated by the Sisters of Mercy under the auspices of the Catholic Bishop of Chicago, Misericordia has been providing services for persons in need since 1921. Originally a home for unwed mothers, our current Mission began in 1954 when Misericordia opened its doors to infants and children with developmental disabilities

Today, Misericordia is proud to support 550 children and adults with mild to profound developmental disabilities from all racial, religious and socio-economic backgrounds. Misericordia has a wide range of programs on our campus and in the community at-large to meet the diverse needs of persons with developmental disabilities. These include: residential placement and day-to-day support; job training and employment opportunities; physical, occupational and speech therapy; fitness and healthy living guidance; social and recreational outings; and opportunities for spiritual growth.

By caring for the most vulnerable members of our society, Misericordia can reach out to persons with profound disabilities and touch their lives as well as those of their families and friends who want the best for them but cannot provide it at home.

Each resident of Misericordia is a unique loving and loved person made by God with a purpose in life. No matter how wrapped in mystery that purpose seems to us, we are committed to making each day the best day for them as well as their families and friends.

If you would like to learn more about helping us develop necessary facilities and supporting programs for our residents, please see Getting Involved or contact us at:

Misericordia Home
6300 North Ridge
Chicago, Illinois 60660
773-973-6300
www.misericordia.org

Misericordia Heart of Mercy is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit Organization.