San Jose Obrero Mission - Latest news

A Paycheck Away

10/15/2009, 2:09 PM

Thursday, October 15, 2009

When All Hope is Gone

10/15/2009, 1:55 PM

Summer 2009

7/2/2009, 1:49 PM

View full newsletter

University of Maryland Volunteer Program

4/23/2009, 3:05 PM

Thursday, April 23, 2009

Israel Vargas

On March 18th, 2009, a group of 13 University of Maryland students came to SJOM on a volunteer program to help us with the beautification of our agency. At this time the bathrooms and stairwell to the second floor much needed touch up was taken cared of by the students in a professional manner. They arrived with high spirits and took on the task of making sure SJOM continued to be an environment worthy for our participants. At lunch time the group and staff got together to eat and share experiences.

SJOM's board, staff, and participants are grateful for their visit, for their work, and for their belief that SJOM is a place of renewal for every homeless man that comes through our doors.

University of Wisconsin gives a lending hand to SJOM

4/23/2009, 12:20 PM

Thursday, April 23, 2009

On March 19th, 2009, the University of Wisconsin landed on Chicago's Pilsen neighborhood to connect and to help. They were too many so a few headed to SJOM. Thier visit to SJOM proved to be productive since they took on the task of organizing our pantry and painting the stairs. The group was a lively one and we shared lunch with the participants. The students asked many questions and talked to some of the participants as they ate to find out more on the causes of homelessness.

SJOM's board, staff, and participants are grateful to the University of Wisconsin students and thankful for believing in our work.

STEPPING STONES

3/30/2009, 10:03 AM

Monday, March 30, 2009

Israel Vargas

Richard Baggett came to SJOM a few months ago with little confidence on the job market. With our economic situation now-a-days, a stable roof over your head and some guidance on how to deal with unemployment and job search was crucial to landing the right job. Many say this are the times in which a person seeking employment can not be picky. I say focusing on your skills will save you and the employers time, and help your probabilities of finding the job that is right for you. Mr. Baggett had experience in security and so ouir case managers focused on working with Mr. Baggett to focus on that field and helped him along with motivation, resources, and counseling.

We are happy to say that Mr. baggett found full time employment with Armaggedon Security. We want to thank this firm for giving Mr. Baggett the opportunity and congratulate Mr. Baggett for his efforts and new employment. Now we take on the task of finding affordable housing for Mr. Baggett. The lack of affordable housing will prove to be another challenge we must conquer.

Council on Latino Homelessness; One Day Symposium

3/3/2009, 11:48 AM

Tuesday, April 14, 2009

TODOS CONTAMOS-
EVERYONE COUNTS
The Council on Latino Homelessness and the Chicago Community Trust will host a community forum whose goal is to begin the process of moving towards an understanding of Latino homelessness in the Greater Chicago Metropolitan region.

The Council on Latino Homelessness was established in 2005 as a result of several community based organizations concerned about the level of support and knowledge of homeless Latinos within the Chicago Continuum of Care.

To our knowledge, there has never been a forum focused on either networking together Latino Homeless providers or a discussion of the Latino homeless problem here in the greater Chicago metropolitan area.

What we propose is a region wide meeting of Latino oriented homeless serving organizations (broadly defined) to better network our services together and to discuss what we know and don't know about Latino homelessness.
The forum will provide an opportunity to understand critical gaps in knowledge data that can then be addressed through follow up research activities.
Additionally, attendees will have the opportunity to develop and participate in follow up action items, which might include collaboration development, capacity building, data gathering and advocacy and policy development.
Secondary goals are to work towards building membership of the Council on Latino Homelessness and to discuss what resources are needed region wide to address the issues.
The mission of the Council on Latino Homelessness is to bring an end to homelessness in the Latino community by addressing the unique needs of Latino individuals, families and youth who are homeless through collaboration, advocacy, research and education.
Current Council on Latino Homelessness members are:

Healthcare Alternative Systems, Inc.

Humboldt Park Social Services

Inner Voice

La Casa Norte

Renaissance Social Services

San Jose Obrero Mission

To Register:

https://www.eventville.com/Catalog/EventRegistration1.asp?EventId=1005313

On the Streets

2/18/2009, 8:37 PM

SJOM realizes the importance of contributing to the Pilsen community and helping build a vibrant community. We try to play a positive role in improving the neighborhood whenever and wherever possible.

The men who stay here also believe in doing their part. They appreciate the support they get from the public, and want to do their part to create a safe, stable, and beautiful Pilsen to all of its residents and visitors.

One way the men are doing this is by helping clean up the streets. Every week a couple men volunteer to grab brooms, gloves, and trash bags to get the debris and trash off the sidewalks. They bundle up and work until the paths are clear, and walkable for all who may pass by.

Homeless count takes volunteers to some unexpected spots

2/13/2009, 8:28 AM

BY JENNIFER FERNICOLA Chi-Town Daily News

http://www.chitowndailynews.org/Chicago_news/Homeless_count_takes_volunteers_to_some_unexpected_spots,22126

Homelessness Rising

1/20/2009, 4:57 PM

This Newstip edited by Curtis Black-COMMUNITY MEDIA WORKSHOP

http://www.newstips.org/interior.php?section=Newstips&main_id=960&topic=

SJOM Awarded $7,500 Grant From Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois

1/20/2009, 9:38 AM

San Jose Obrero Mission is proud to be recognized by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois for its success in improving the well being of the community, and has been awarded a $7,500 grant to continue its important efforts.

"We are proud to support San Jose Obrero," said Clarita Santos, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois director of community health initiatives. "Our mission is to promote the health and wellness of our members and our communities through accessible, cost-effective, quality health care. By supporting organizations like San Jose, we are able to reach out to the people most in need."

SJOM is one of the 350 organizations to receive a grant or donation in 2008 from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, which focuses its giving in three key areas: health services for the uninsured and underserved, human services and education. Additional information about Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois' charitable giving program is available at www.bcbsil.com/about_us/involvement.htm.

Thank you BCBSIL for helping make our work possible!

Emergency Food and Shelter Program Service Provider Survey Results

1/19/2009, 7:51 AM

Housing Action Illinois

Service Provider Survey Results

City's homeless population may be on the rise

1/19/2009, 7:10 AM

MEGAN COTTRELL / Staff Writer CHY-TOWN DAILY NEWS

http://www.chitowndailynews.org/Chicago_news/Citys_homeless_population_may_be_on_the_rise,21190

NUMBER OF HOMELESS FAMILIES CLIMBING DUE TO RECESSION

1/14/2009, 9:19 AM

To view report http://www.cbpp.org/1-8-09hous.pdf

Point-in-Time Homeless Count

1/8/2009, 10:21 AM

The point-in-time homeless count is conducted every 2 years to gather data on the number of the homeless as a basis for federal funding, for service and resource planning, and to raise public awareness about homelessness.

Are you interested in learning more about how you can volunteer to help CDHS with the 2009 Point-in-Time Homeless Count?

CDHS will be holding information sessions on volunteering. If you were not a volunteer in 2005 or 2007, you may want to consider attending.

Thursday, January 8, 2009

1 PM to 2 PM

City Hall, 121 N. LaSalle, Room 1103

Thursday, January 15, 2009

5:30 PM to 6:30 PM

Goldblatt’s Building,

1615 W. Chicago Ave., 1st Floor

Friday, January 16, 2009

1 PM to 2 PM

Goldblatt’s Building,

1615 W. Chicago Ave., 1st Floor

To find out more about participating, to volunteer, or to R.S.V.P. for a session, please contact

Adriana Camarda at 312-743-1689 or adcamarda@cityofchicago.org.

Newsletter Winter 2008

1/7/2009, 4:47 PM

Winter 2008

Newsletter Spring 2008

1/7/2009, 4:35 PM

Spring 2008

The Holiday Spirit at SJOM

1/5/2009, 1:27 PM

For the holiday season, a pool of volunteers decided that San Jose Obrero Mission was on the top of their list as a place to share their time and giving. The festivities began Christmas Eve with the day parted into two events bringing forth an appetizing feast for everyone.

A large team of 11 volunteers made up of long-time SJOM supporter, Alma Salazar, many of her family members, and community member, Gabriel, kicked off the start to a magnificent holiday season.

They came bearing an abundance of homemade pies as well as entrees and side dishes donated by Pilsen restaurants, Nuevo Leon and Carnitas Don Rafa Restaurant.

The men enjoyed the buffet, family-style lunch in which the volunteers, staff, and men were able to dine together and share each others’ company.

Lynn Farrell, a regular SJOM volunteer from St. Giles Parish in Oak Park, along with her children and other members of St. Giles came in the evening to provide another delicious meal.

The group also filled the space with energy and holiday cheer using pictures drawn by children from the church as place mats and wall décor, passing out candy canes, and stringing Christmas lights around the room.

The spirit of the holidays continued on Christmas day and New Year’s Eve when Joseph Mata, the Kidd family and the Clarks all helped serve up more feasts for SJOM’s participants.

A large, heart-felt thank you from all of us at SJOM to the many volunteers we had for the holidays!

The men so appreciated the effort, friendly smiles and conversations, and wonderful food you brought to San Jose.

MIDWEST GENERATION

1/2/2009, 3:14 PM

Claudia Calderon from Midwest Generation presents Israel and San Jose Obrero Mission with a check for $500.00 on behalf of the company's employees.

SJOM is honored to be chosen by Midwest Generation employees to receive their annual gift. On December 23, 2008 we were surprised and delighted to have Ms. Claudia Calderon from Midwest Generation, part of Edison International, present a check of $500.00 in support of our mission. Each year, the Chicago based company chooses agencies making noticeable contributions to improving the vibrancy and lives of individuals in their communities.

This is not the first time SJOM benefited from the generosity of Midwest Generation, however. The company has also donated food items in the past, helping to ensure that SJOM is able to provide participants with substantial, healthy meals. Making sure the men get adequate sustenance is a key part of the services SJOM offers. Having their basic needs met allows the men to focus their energy on establishing stable housing and increasing their income.

It is through generous donations such as this from our corporate, foundation, and individual supporters, that we are able to provide the homeless individuals who come to SJOM with quality, comprehensive services.

Together, with Midwest Generation and all of our other supporters, we are working to bring hope to the homeless and end homelessness in Chicago.

Battling the Flu Season at The Mission

12/10/2008, 2:10 PM

Wednesday, December 10, 2008

Israel Vargas

Anna Murphy, A.P.N./C.G.N.P., Director of Nursing for Rush Hospital visited San Jose Obrero Mission on December 9th, 2008 at 6:30 pm to administer flu shots to our participants. 10 participants were willing to undergo this simple procedure in order to battle the flu. Acording to howstuffworks.com, "The flu is a respiratory illness caused by the influenza virus. The flu is not the same as a cold, although they share many of the same symptoms. The cold is caused by a different virus, and it tends to have milder symptoms than the flu. Colds are also less likely to cause serious complications.

San Jose Obrero Mission - Latest news

A Paycheck Away

Thursday, October 15, 2009

When All Hope is Gone

Summer 2009

University of Maryland Volunteer Program

Thursday, April 23, 2009

Israel Vargas

University of Wisconsin gives a lending hand to SJOM

Thursday, April 23, 2009

STEPPING STONES

Monday, March 30, 2009

Israel Vargas

Council on Latino Homelessness; One Day Symposium

Tuesday, April 14, 2009

TODOS CONTAMOS-EVERYONE COUNTS The Council on Latino Homelessness and the Chicago Community Trust will host a community forum whose goal is to begin the process of moving towards an understanding of Latino homelessness in the Greater Chicago Metropolitan region.

On the Streets

Homeless count takes volunteers to some unexpected spots

BY JENNIFER FERNICOLA Chi-Town Daily News

Homelessness Rising

This Newstip edited by Curtis Black-COMMUNITY MEDIA WORKSHOP

SJOM Awarded $7,500 Grant From Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois

Emergency Food and Shelter Program Service Provider Survey Results

Housing Action Illinois

City's homeless population may be on the rise

MEGAN COTTRELL / Staff Writer CHY-TOWN DAILY NEWS

NUMBER OF HOMELESS FAMILIES CLIMBING DUE TO RECESSION

Point-in-Time Homeless Count

Newsletter Winter 2008

Newsletter Spring 2008

The Holiday Spirit at SJOM

MIDWEST GENERATION

Battling the Flu Season at The Mission

Wednesday, December 10, 2008

Israel Vargas

TODOS CONTAMOS-
EVERYONE COUNTS
The Council on Latino Homelessness and the Chicago Community Trust will host a community forum whose goal is to begin the process of moving towards an understanding of Latino homelessness in the Greater Chicago Metropolitan region.