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Doing The Most to Help Families

The Salvation Army Helps Make Families Whole.
We open our arms and our hearts to give families the support they need to grow together and thrive.

Across the US, 11.3 million children take care of themselves after the school day ends.

Through our community center and social services, we equip families with the mental, physical, emotional and spiritual support they need to foster better, brighter futures.

"The Salvation Army taught me how to advocate for my family and access other services. And that we're not alone."

The Salvation Army meets families wherever they are in life and help them move to a more self-sufficient and productive path.

The Salvation Army equips families in our community through:

Pathway of Hope
A comprehensive case management system, Pathway of Hope to help families identify barriers to self-sufficiency (unemployment, insecure housing, lack of job skills, lack of childcare, etc.), Pathway of Hope also provides guidance, on how to address these barriers and connects families with community support organizations, and more.

Food Pantry
The Salvation Army Blue Island Food Pantry provides shelf-stable pantry items, bread, cereals, meat, and other household necessities. The Pantry functions on a first come first served basis. Clients are able to visit once a month. Individuals and families must bring a valid ID, proof of address, or a Greater Chicago Food Depository card when they visit.

Hours of Operation: Tuesday - Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Senior Lunch
The Salvation Army Blue Island Corps Community Center has a vibrant senior community with fellowship opportunities daily.

Lunch: Monday - Friday, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

  • The Salvation Army Blue Island provides nutritious meals during the week for seniors and families.
  • Meals range from sandwiches to hot entrees and include vegetables, fruit, and milk.
  • Cost for seniors is $3, adults $6.

Head Start & Early Head Start
Head Start and Early Head Start programs provide young children and their families a chance to learn in an educational and creative environment. Programs also meet the needs of teen mothers and homeless families.

Shield of Hope
The Shield of Hope is the nation's first Emergency Homeless Assessment and Response Center, which provides emergency shelter and helps families identify more stable living situations within two weeks. When families move, they are connected with community support services to navigate their futures better.

Evangeline Booth Lodge
The Evangeline Booth Lodge is an emergency shelter for families with children who suddenly become homeless due to eviction, disasters, domestic violence, stranded while traveling, or other crises. Booth Lodge can accommodate as many as 60 families each night.

Homelessness Prevention & Emergency Assistance Programs
The Salvation Army provides emergency assistance to help with mortgage/rent, utilities, and other needs to keep families in their homes. For more information or to make an appointment, please call us at 708-332-0100, Monday - Friday, 9 am - 4 pm.

**For emergency assistance outside these areas, you may also contact a different Corps Community Center or Service Extension Units (partner organizations/agencies) by searching for the location nearest you.

Partner Abuse Intervention
The Salvation Army offers a Partner Abuse Intervention Program for adults who have perpetrated physical, verbal or social abuse on their partners. The program helps men identify their abusive patterns, become accountable for the behavior, change beliefs that support the behavior and learn how to interact with their partners in non-abusive ways. The program is open to those who must receive court-mandated treatment, as well as those looking to stop the behaviors before the police and court system get involved. Call 773.960.3292 for more information.

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Recreational, Sports & Fitness Programs
Physical fitness is essential for a healthy body and a healthy outlook on life. The Salvation Army Blue Island Corps Community Center has a weight room and offers additional fitness activities. The facility also provides lockers and showers for participants.

  • Fitness Schedule
    • Monday - Friday - 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Aerobics Schedule (Low Impact)
    • Monday, Wednesday, Friday - 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
  • Membership Pricing
    • Day Pass - $5
    • Monthly Pass - $10

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