News
City’s network for no-barrier mental health care includes six Austin groups
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Nearly 200 groups across Chicago are providing community-based mental health services in partnership with the Chicago Department of Public Health.
Austin
Domestic violence help available in Austin
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Programs are available for victims of domestic violence through Catholic Charities, Sarah’s Inn, the Cook County state’s attorney’s office and the Illinois Domestic Violence hotline.
Community
Catholic Charities launches teen support group in Austin
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The weekly program at Tolton Peace Center will help teens with managing stress and goal setting; it will run from Nov. 7 through Dec. 19 at the Tolton Peace Center.
News
Sexual assault victims group hires first full-time counselor for West Side
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The group Rape Victims Advocates has long operated an office in Austin, where the new position is based.
News
Neighborhood Recovery Initative: Progress made, but work still needed
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The violence prevention program held an advocacy luncheon Wednesday, with students, residents and community leaders, to reflect on its first year working with Austin youth.
Opinion
I am tired of the blame game
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At some point we have to stop pointing fingers and find alternate ways to intervene, writes Austin resident John W. Fountain III.
Community
Groups unite to deal with impact of foreclosure
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The task force, organized by state Rep. La Shawn Ford, will help coordinate assistance for distressed homeowners.