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GROOMING
RACES IN POVERTY PLACES
Bethel Community Facility has developed
a project to address the ever-increasing needs
of
homeless persons in South
Suburban Cook County entitled, GRIPP
(Grooming Races In Poverty
Places). Under one roof, GRIPP
provides this underserved population with:
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Overnight shelter
(COED) |
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Showers Facilities
(Male & Female) |
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Toiletries |
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Hot meals |
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Personal grooming
(provided by volunteer barbers & cosmetologists) |
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Medical check-ups |
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Pharmaceutical
supplies |
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Employment
assistance |
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Housing
(temporary and permanent) |
 Because
so many services are provided to homeless clients under one roof, GRIPP
is considered a “one stop”
program for the homeless. GRIPP believes the above services will naturall y
lead homeless adults to advocacy, employability and independent living by
means of helping them understand
the choices available to improve their lives.
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Showers & Grooming:
Appearance can be everything, especially when searching for a job or even
a place to live. A positive attitude is synonymous with good self-esteem,
and, for many, getting a glimpse of themselves in a positive light can
produce a reflective change in attitude. |
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Employment:
Job
readiness, needs assessment, counseling, job development
and placement, comprehensive case management (including advocacy and
referral services), and additional support services are available for
homeless adults seeking employment.
GRIPP is
designed to provide an avenue of services/programs, which can lead to
self-sufficiency via training, employment and housing. |
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Overnight Shelter
Overnight Shelter is currently
available year round for men, women & children Wednesday & Thursday nights
from 6:30pm to 8:00am. WE ARE SEEKING ADDITIONAL
FUNDING TO INCLUDE MORE NIGHTS. |
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