Magical Nights at the Theater
Mercy Home’s kids had a chance to see the hit Broadway show Hamilton, thanks to an Associate Board member, cast members, and a generous donor.
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About Christa Rooks
Christa Rooks is the Communications Coordinator at Mercy Home for Boys & Girls. Christa was previously the editor of a weekly newspaper on the North Shore of Chicago, where she covered everything local news. When not writing, she can be found declaring her love for Diet Coke to anyone who will listen.
Entries by Christa Rooks
Rising from the Ashes
June 17, 2019 /0 Comments/in Home Updates /by Christa RooksMercy Home helds its 17th annual Graduates Luncheon to celebrate the achievements of our kids and raise money for their education.
Mini Horses Delight Mercy Home’s Kids
June 17, 2019 /0 Comments/in Home Updates /by Christa RooksMercy Home’s kids enjoyed a visit from the Soul Harbour Ranch mini therapy horses.
Reaching Their Goals
June 7, 2019 /0 Comments/in Home Updates /by Christa RooksOne of Mercy Home’s young women was accepted into her dream high school in Chicago, and one of our young men received a scholarship for his college studies.
Spring Has Sprung at the Walsh Campus
June 6, 2019 /0 Comments/in Home Updates /by Christa RooksWith help from our friends at the Dawn Brancheau Foundation, the young women at Mercy Home celebrated spring by planting lots of veggies in their garden.
New Vice President of Education and Career Resources Named
May 29, 2019 /0 Comments/in News /by Christa RooksMercy Home for Boys & Girls names new Vice President of Education and Career Resources department.
Mercy Home Receives Healthcare Grant
May 28, 2019 /0 Comments/in Home Updates /by Christa RooksMercy Home received a grant from Links, Incorporated, to address mental health, health and wellness and help cover the cost of our kids’ medical, dentist, and psychiatrist visits, as well as on-site therapeutic care.
CFO Cheryl Murphy Named as Notable Woman Executive Over 50
May 14, 2019 /0 Comments/in Home Updates /by Christa RooksMercy Home for Boys and Girls CFO Cheryl Murphy was named as a notable woman executive over 50 by Crain’s Chicago Business.
Nadine’s Story: A Place to Succeed
May 8, 2019 /1 Comment/in Stories /by Christa RooksAt Mercy Home, Nadine was able to realize her dream of going to college.
Celebrating Easter and Seder at Mercy Home
April 23, 2019 /0 Comments/in Home Updates /by Christa RooksThe kids at Mercy Home celebrated Easter and Passover with a Seder meal.
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