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Sinai Chicago offers the Better Birth Outcomes (BBO) program, which provides intensive prenatal case management services to high-risk pregnant women in the Chicago area with higher than average Medicaid costs. The goals of the program are to decrease infant mortality and morbidity, improve pregnancy outcomes, reduce the incidence of prematurity and low birth weight.

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United Way of the Midlands

Lawndale AMACHI Mentoring Program's (Chicago LAMP's) recidivism reduction program serves 15 youth between the ages of 12 and 18 who are involved in the juvenile justice system. Youth participate in a two-hour mentoring session each week in addition to a two-hour group meeting. In addition to the regular mentor responsibilities, these mentors also help make sure that mentees attend all probation or parole appointments and work with the case manager to identify employment opportunities.

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DCFS may provide a variety of services to help current or former youth in their care attain or maintain housing stability. Possible assistance includes:Cash Assistance that may be authorized for housing security deposit, rent under limited circumstances, beds, utility bills or utility deposits, appliances, partial housing subsidy, and other items required to avoid or manage a crisis. More information in the eligibility section.Access to the Housing Advocacy Program (HAP), which includes the following services: assistance in securing affordable housing, consumer education, budget counseling, linkages to community-based resources, and follow-up case management for a minimum of three months after the client secures appropriate housingAccess to the Foster Youth to Independence (FYI) program, which helps youth apply for housing choice vouchers/Section 8 vouchers with their local housing authority.

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United Way of the Midlands

Medical case management program for children in DCFS custody. Provides health screenings, examinations, primary care, and specialty care.

United Way of the Midlands

Options for Youth's What's Up with Manhood? program works to reduce the impact of violence in the lives of adolescent LatinX and Black males living in the Little Village neighborhood of Chicago. It is led by Male Mentors and provides 2-3 years of academic and social-emotional support to participants in grades 9-12. The model employs a multilevel approach, including one-on-one mentoring sessions, group training, and parental and school community engagement.

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United Way of the Midlands

United Way of the Midlands

The Second Chance Initiative (SCI) violence prevention program provides a community-focused approach to violence prevention. Central to SCI's philosophy is the belief that violence is a learned behavior and can be mitigated through strategies akin to disease control. The program focuses on detecting potential violence and intervening promptly through trained messengers. It provides ongoing behavior modification and support to high-risk individuals. Efforts are made to change community norms from violence acceptance to rejecting violence as a norm. Data is continuously analyzed to ensure effective implementation and identify trends. Staff receive comprehensive training and technical support for proper execution. These execution components include:High-Risk Individual Identification: Through structured intake criteria, SCI identifies and engages with high-risk youth and young adults. Individuals must meet criteria, such as gang involvement, violent criminal history, or recent victimization.Street Outreach Workers: Their street outreach program ensures 24/7 availability of workers who intervene in conflicts, preventing retaliatory violence. They prioritize keeping conflicts in check through mediation and continuous follow-ups. Outreach workers are chosen for their credibility within high-risk communities. Outreach workers are provided a State of Illinois required 40 hour violence prevention training and quarterly booster training.Case Management: Utilizing case managers, SCI develops tailored plans and connect individuals to vital resources and services, facilitating their transition away from violent lifestyles.Victim Services: SCI provides support to victims of violence, aiding in their physical and emotional recovery by empowering them with skills, services, and opportunities.Changing Social Norms: Through media campaigns, events, and partnerships with community organizations and law enforcement, SCI strives to foster a societal consensus against violence.

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The Second Chance Initiative (SCI) violence prevention program provides a community-focused approach to violence prevention. Central to SCI's philosophy is the belief that violence is a learned behavior and can be mitigated through strategies akin to disease control. The program focuses on detecting potential violence and intervening promptly through trained messengers. It provides ongoing behavior modification and support to high-risk individuals. Efforts are made to change community norms from violence acceptance to rejecting violence as a norm. Data is continuously analyzed to ensure effective implementation and identify trends. Staff receive comprehensive training and technical support for proper execution. These execution components include:High-Risk Individual Identification: Through structured intake criteria, SCI identifies and engages with high-risk youth and young adults. Individuals must meet criteria, such as gang involvement, violent criminal history, or recent victimization.Street Outreach Workers: Their street outreach program ensures 24/7 availability of workers who intervene in conflicts, preventing retaliatory violence. They prioritize keeping conflicts in check through mediation and continuous follow-ups. Outreach workers are chosen for their credibility within high-risk communities. Outreach workers are provided a State of Illinois required 40 hour violence prevention training and quarterly booster training.Case Management: Utilizing case managers, SCI develops tailored plans and connect individuals to vital resources and services, facilitating their transition away from violent lifestyles.Victim Services: SCI provides support to victims of violence, aiding in their physical and emotional recovery by empowering them with skills, services, and opportunities.Changing Social Norms: Through media campaigns, events, and partnerships with community organizations and law enforcement, SCI strives to foster a societal consensus against violence.

211 Metro Chicago

United Way of the Midlands

United Way of the Midlands

Medical case management program for children in DCFS custody. Provides health screenings, examinations, primary care, and specialty care.

United Way of the Midlands

United Way of the Midlands

Treatment Alternatives For Safe Communities (TASC) - TASC Administrative Offices (TASC Area 1) help young people remain drug-free and crime-free upon release from juvenile facilities across the state. In addition, youth in need of behavioral health treatment and reentry supports are provided supportive and continuous case management to help redirect their lives away from further substance use and involvement in the justice system.

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Alternatives offers four youth leadership programs. Details and applications can be found on the website. Girl World is a leadership development program for girls, femmes, and non-binary/gender-expansive youth of color. Just Us is grounded in restorative justice principles and provides a space for middle school youth to build community and increase social justice awareness. Full Circle brings young people who have been impacted by unjust systems to a grounded experience and understanding of Restorative Justice. The Peace Ambassadors Program is a paid apprenticeship for young adults (17-24 years old) who have faced homelessness or are system-involved.

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Medical case management program for children in DCFS custody. Provides health screenings, examinations, primary care, and specialty care.

United Way of the Midlands