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About Peter Kelly
Peter Kelly is a seasonal Digital Content Writer for Mercy Home for Boys and Girls. He previously worked as a Social Impact Writer for a company helping homeowners in foreclosure and appreciates the importance of a stable home. Away from work, Peter will be found playing basketball, watching basketball or talking about basketball.
Entries by Peter Kelly
Deandre’s Story: Success at Mercy Home Strengthens Father-Son Bond
April 9, 2019 /0 Comments/in Stories /by Peter KellyDeandre’s time at Mercy Home helped him improve both his grades and his relationship with his father.
Women’s History Month: Donors Become Role Models for our Girls
March 13, 2019 /0 Comments/in Home Updates /by Peter KellyTo celebrate Women’s History Month, we’re honoring two donors who have been great examples for our girls: Debbie Frogameni and Suzanne Zaccone
Chicago Links Support Mental Health at Mercy Home
February 13, 2019 /0 Comments/in News /by Peter KellyMercy Home’s Medical, Dental, Psychological and Wellness program receives support from the Chicago Chapter of the Links, Inc., an international nonprofit committed to enriching, sustaining, and ensuring the cultural and economic survival of African Americans.
Hoops to Homework Tips Off 28th Season
February 11, 2019 /0 Comments/in Home Updates /by Peter KellyMercy Home’s popular Hoops to Homework program tipped off its 28th season, an annual winter tradition that teaches our kids important life lessons through the fundamentals of basketball.
Home Sweet Home: Pongo Provides Comfort
January 24, 2019 /0 Comments/in Pongo: Facility Dog /by Peter KellyWorkplace Mentoring Connects Youth with Professionals
January 21, 2019 /0 Comments/in Home Updates /by Peter KellyAdvent Season: Preparing for our Lord
November 30, 2018 /0 Comments/in Reflections, Sunday Mass /by Peter KellyLearn more about the Advent season and what we do at Mercy Home for Boys & Girls to prepare for the celebration of the Lord’s birth on Christmas.
Computer and Internet Resources for Homework
November 1, 2018 /0 Comments/in Blog, Home Updates, Resources /by Peter KellyAccess to computers and the internet is an important part of being a student in today’s world. For people who don’t have these tools at home, there are several options in the Chicago area.
How Kids Grieve
October 24, 2018 /0 Comments/in Blog, Parenting /by Peter KellyRead more about how lessons we’ve learned at Mercy Home have taught us that partnering with your child’s education is a formula for success!
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