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In Humboldt Park, Healthy Food and Health Care Often Out of Reach

Among adults in Humboldt Park, more than half–52%–reported witnessing domestic violence. 36% of women, and 13% of men, … See more

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Two-Part COVID Recovery Strategy: Vaccine + Equity

WebHelene D. Gayle, MD, MPH, is the former president and CEO of The Chicago Community Trust, one of the nation’s oldest and largest community foundations.…

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West Englewood Tells Complex Truths about Health, Race and …

WebObesity and Diabetes. 44% of adults in West Englewood are obese, compared to a national obesity rate of 29.5%. Of these, 13% consider themselves …

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Women of Color Leaders Need More Than Sleep. They Need …

WebTo say that Chicago’s already traumatized, disinvested communities on the South and West sides were adversely and disproportionately impacted by the duration …

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Immigration, Wage Suppression and Health in Little Village

WebResidents’ overall health lags in quality, with 44% of adults reporting “fair” or “poor” health. Adults report an average of 4.9 days of poor physical health in the past …

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We Rise Together: For an Equitable and Just Recovery for …

Web*As of March 2021, the initiative has changed its name to “We Rise Together: For an Equitable and Just Recovery.” The Chicago region is at an inflection …

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LGBTQ Community Fund Grants Support Housing, Health, and …

WebThe LGBTQ Community Fund, an affinity fund of The Chicago Community Trust, unites donors to support Chicago’s LGBTQ community.Since its founding in 2010, …

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To Fight Food Insecurity, Chicago Leaders Work Across Divides

WebOn October 24, The Chicago Community Trust convened a select group of donors who are investing in the fight against hunger and food insecurity across the …

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Violence as a Public Health Crisis: Starting Off with the Right

WebStrategy Area. Addressing Critical Needs Supporting essential service organizations that are addressing the most basic and immediate needs of individuals and …

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In North Lawndale, Health Challenges Begin at Birth

WebWhile Chicago’s median annual household income is $47,831, median income in North Lawndale is just $21,763. 25% of the neighborhood’s adults are …

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Task Force Recommends Prison Alternatives for Youth with Mental …

WebIllinois’ criminal justice system reports nearly 30,000 youth arrests and 11,000 youth admissions to local jails each year. Research consistently suggests that about …

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CHIP in Illinois: What Federal Health Coverage Means to Local …

WebWaligora: In Illinois, at least 300,000 children are covered by CHIP—a sizeable population. CHIP essentially covers uninsured kids and families who do not …

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Bringing Mental Health Care into the Living Room

WebA nationally recognized model of support for people with mental illness, the Living Room provides a welcoming, familiar setting that aims to decrease unnecessary …

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Addressing the Stigma of Invisible Disabilities: Mark Ishaug

WebIshaug’s passion for unveiling the hidden truth about invisible disabilities, including mental illness, is both professional and personal. He lost a brother and …

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Promoting Wellbeing by Building an Infrastructure of Care

WebEach one of us is both in need of care and a caregiver. Sometimes we are both at once, as many have acutely experienced during the pandemic. Parents and …

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Chicago’s Hyperlocal Media is a National Model for Resident …

WebChicago has been experiencing a media resurgence. Thirty outlets have launched in the last 20 years—many smaller newsrooms focusing on hyperlocal news. …

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New Financial Health Data Shows Vast Disparities Across Race and

WebPress Release Jan 31 2023 New Financial Health Data Shows Vast Disparities Across Race and Ethnicity in Chicago

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Building Pathways to Stability Through Increased Access to …

WebThe Chicago Community Trust’s Addressing Critical Needs team recognizes that people cannot reach their full potential when basic human needs are not met, …

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New Survey Reflects LGBTQ Community’s Needs, Resources and …

WebRespondents were asked to list issues the government should address within the next year. “Community safety” increased from 25% in 2011 to 48% in 2019; …

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