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Mentoring and After-School Programs (includes gang intervention)

Domestic Violence Resources

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Mental Health Services (includes psychological testing, psychiatry, hospitalization and counseling)

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With Mercy Home’s help and support, not only am I able to imagine my success — I can see it.
Reggie, former Mercy Home resident
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Mercy Home for Boys & Girls
1140 W. Jackson Blvd.

Chicago , IL , 60607
info [at] mercyhome [dot] org

If you are a child in need or to refer a child,
please call toll-free 1-877-24-START
To make a donation, please call toll-free 1-877-MERCY-55
For all other inquiries, please call 1-312-738-7560

Mercy Home for Boys & Girls is a 501(c)(3), licensed child care institution and licensed child welfare agency.
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