THE WOMEN'S CENTER - CLIENT CHRISTMAS PARTIES - Ongoing Request

Christmas is about love and family and that is what we strive to be for the women in difficult pregnancies who come to us for help. After their babies are born, they thank us for all of our help, love and concern for them.

Our Client Christmas Parties will be on Saturday, December 19. About 650 people will attend the parties. This is a wonderful opportunity for you to give a present to the babies and families who our counselors have saved from the pain of abortion. We are asking for virtual giving tree donations to be given to them at the parties. We must receive the donations by December 13. These will allow the parents to purchase both a Christmas meal and gifts for the children. These may be the only presents they will receive for Christmas.

May God bless you for supporting the work of The Women’s Center. For information or to donate online go to gotwc.org/giving-tree-tags or call at 773-794-1313.

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CORAZÓN A CORAZÓN - Ongoing Volunteer Opportunity

Corazón a Corazón, a sponsored ministry of the School Sisters of Notre Dame offering one-on-one ESL classes for adults, is in need of volunteers. Currently, Corazón has a waiting list of learners. Adults wanting to take advantage of these individualized lessons, so they will be able to participate more fully in society, must wait until someone like YOU steps up and says, “Here I am, send me.”

Please call us at 708-377-7761 or email us at
mpimentel@corazon-chicago.org to see how YOU can make a difference.

You will not need to know Spanish and training will be provided. Please help! You will be surprised at how good it will make you feel and how rewarding this ministry really is!

Call or come see us for the chance to give as you have been given.
12731 S. Wood St. in Blue Island, IL - 708-377-7761 - www.corazon-chicago.org

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MEALS ON WHEELS NEEDS VOLUNTEER DRIVERS - Ongoing Volunteer Opportunity

Have One Hour? Brighten a Senior’s Day!

Meals on Wheels serves 400 meals daily to homebound Seniors in Oak Lawn, Evergreen Park, Hometown and other south suburbs. We are in need of volunteer drivers for 1 to 5 days per week in the early morning. Meals are distributed from Our Lady of Loretto, 8925 South Kostner, in Hometown.

If you have questions or would like to adopt a route call Jennifer Owens at 708-422-5180.
Mileage reimbursed. Routes 9 am to 1 pm.

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KNITTING AND MORE! - Thursday Mornings

Join us at Worth Township for fun conversation and good company while working on your favorite stitching project. Share tips, get new ideas and enjoy a cup of coffee. Knitting, Plastic Canvas, Crochet, Embroidery, Cross Stitch, Latch Hook.

Thursday Mornings from 9 to 11 am. Located at Worth Township, 11601 S. Pulaski in Alsip. For more information call the Senior Room at 708-371-2900 ext. 28.

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AUTISM ENGAGEMENT PROGRAM - Ongoing Program

St. Coletta’s of Illinois (aka the Kennedy School) in Tinley Park now has an Autism Engagement Program. It provides structured, meaningful tasks on a daily schedule tailored to each individual.

Activities include Life Skills, Art Exploration, Sensory Engagement, Gym/Fitness and Community Outings each weekday from 8:30 am to 2:30 pm.

If interested call social worker Heather Benedick at 708-342-5200.

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ALZHEIMER'S FAMILY CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUPS - 1st Tuesday of each Month

On the first Tuesday of each month a support group, for family members caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease, will meet at the Oak Lawn Library from 7 to 8 pm.

Please contact Terry Schultz, support group facilitator, at 708-636-7993 or tms.schultz@gmail.com with any questions.

Come learn more about Alzheimer’s Disease and how together we can better manage the difficult role of caregiver.

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ALZHEIMER’S & DEMENTIA FAMILY CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP - 2nd Tuesday of each Month

FREE MONTHLY EVENT
2nd Tuesday of each Month from 6 to 7 pm
EVENT HELD AT GRACE POINT PLACE
5701 W. 101st STREET IN OAK LAWN, IL

Build a support system with people who understand. This is for anyone who cares for a person with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia. Come exchange practical information on caregiving challenges and solutions. Share feelings and concerns, and talk through issues to find coping strategies. PLEASE RSVP!

Contact Meredith Morris at 708-290-3255 or mmorris@anthemmemorycare.com.

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BY THE HAND: BRINGING THE LIBRARY TO YOU - Ongoing Service

By the Hand is a free delivery service of Oak Lawn Library materials for Oak Lawn residents of any age who are unable to visit the building due to temporary or long-term physical impairments or mental health challenges. Patrons may also request items to be picked up by family, friends or caregivers.

For more information or to sign-up, call at 708-422-4990.

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SMART RECOVERY FAMILY AND FRIENDS GROUP - Every Thursday

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SUNDAY TV MASS FOR THE HOMEBOUND - Ongoing Event

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DIVORCE AND BEYOND PROGRAM - RECOVERY AND HEALING FOR THE DIVORCED - Ongoing Event

This program helps bring healing for those who are divorced or who have already filed for divorce. Each meeting focuses on a different aspect of the divorce healing process such as grief, stress, anger, blame, etc. The program includes education, discussion and prayer. Former program participants help facilitate the program and are available for support.

The program is held at various places and times throughout the Archdiocese of Chicago.

Please refer to our website: www.stgerald.com. For more information, call at 708-422-0234 Ext. 24.

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KNIGHTS OF THE HOLY EUCHARIST - Ongoing Event

Attention, single Catholic men 18-30!!!

The Knights of the Holy Eucharist, a community of consecrated brothers dedicated to fostering reverent devotion to Our Eucharistic Lord, invite you to discern your vocation at their House of Formation, located at the Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament, Hanceville, Alabama.

To learn more contact: www.knights.org or email: knightsinfo@gmail.com.