Outreach Program
Outreach Program Meets a Community Need
Misericordia’s Outreach Program continues to grow by leaps and bounds as we have expanded services to those in the surrounding Chicagoland community. Throughout 2010 we provided a variety of services including respite to 33 children and adults on 227 nights as well as day programming services to 17 adults. Due to the success of a pilot program held this summer offering classes related to art, technology and fitness, we have begun formally offering this program to individuals between the ages of 17 and 27 who live in the community. We continue to have monthly playgroups for children 0-6 and their families. Swim lessons on Saturdays are available to this age group as well. The Tween Group, 7-15, enjoys a variety of activities throughout the year. Our summer camp was once again filled to capacity as it offered recreation and fun for the children and respite for the families. In addition, we provide support to our parents by offering speakers regarding behavior and Individualized Education Program (IEP) preparation. We also have social events for the parents to network and build relationships. For more information on Misericordia's Outreach Programs, please contact Anne Maddock at 773-273-3064 or annem@misericordia.com.