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Grace House
St. Leonard's Ministries
Services Offered
Supportive Housing • Interim Housing • Supportive Services • Community Support • Individual Counseling • Group Counseling • Exoffenders • Substance Use
Description
The Grace House residential program provides interim housing, emotional and spiritual support, and professional counseling to women who are exiting the Illinois prison system. Services are provided in a warm setting located on the Near West Side of Chicago. Residents are encouraged to set realistic goals for the future and are taught how to make informed choices that will empower them to lead lives with dignity in their communities and their families. Program participants come to Grace House voluntarily, seeking to take steps that will lead them to a new beginning. Services include:
- Substance use treatment
- Medical and mental health evaluations
- Psychological evaluation and counseling
- Parenting skills and child development
- Spiritual development
- Workshops on self image, self esteem, relationships, and stress management
- Educational opportunities through the St. Leonard’s Ministries Alternative High School
- Pre-employment services through the Michael Barlow Employment Center
- Referrals for additional job training and employment
- Recreational activities
- Assistance in finding decent, affordable housing
- Support and companionship through the Mentoring Program
- An open invitation to receive ongoing counseling and support at Grace House
Location
Service Options
Languages Spoken
- English
Eligibility
- For adult women coming from the Illinois prison system.
- Program length is 6-8 months.
- This service is free
Payment
- Accepts women
Gender
- Adults accepted
Age
How to Apply
Application process starts while women are still incarcerated. Prison counselor or field service providers are often able to assist in application process. Call Program Director at 312-733-5363 for additional questions.
A wait list for services often applies.