In class we had a Marketplace of Ideas, which highlighted many of the issues we see around the world today. My issue was on the homelessness in Chicago, and I was quickly shocked by all the facts on how many people are homeless. The thing that I found very interesting is the Pads shelter, which helps take people in off the streets. The Pads shelter has 4 different houses to accommodate different types of people. The first house is the Veterans House, which takes in any homeless veterans off the streets and provides them with dinner and beds for the night. Next is the Safe Haven which is a house that is there to accommodate anyone with mental or physical disabilities. Also is the Family Center which houses families of all kinds, and lastly the ssesment Center which is where people stay before being assigned one of the other homes. Pads is a great shelter for everyone and allows people to have a place to stay for a month and also helps them get on their feet. Pads is partners with many local businesses and helps get the Pads residents jobs. Pads is a great place and if you are looking to help by either donating or volunteering, you can go to their website for more information.
http://padslakecounty.org/about-us/
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