DuPagePads clients often have health conditions that are intensified by homelessness. Not having stable housing, being food insecure and experiencing harsh weather conditions all negatively impact people’s health and contribute to healthcare gaps.
On November 7th, 400 attendees gathered at Abbington Distinctive Banquets in Glen Ellyn for DuPagePads’ annual inspirational breakfast. This 16th annual event raised over $110,000 for programs and services to help people move from a pad on the floor, to a key in the door!
The holiday season is a time that inspires many of us to think about not only our loved ones, but also those who are less fortunate. We are often asked this time of year by generous community members how they can get involved to brighten the holiday of someone in need.
Housing ends homelessness. Currently, DuPagePads is in the process of adding 13 new Supportive Housing apartment units, providing the opportunity to transform the lives of chronically homeless individuals
Under Construction! DuPagePads Builds Client Service Center addition to better support clients, read how volunteers and donations will be impacted.
Quickly Ending Homelessness – DuPagePads continues to reduce clients average length of stay as homelessness causes trauma and uncertainty.
Join DuPagePads and keynote speaker Marcus Engel, on Wednesday, November 7th, 7:00am – 8:30am, for our 16th Annual Wake Up Your Spirit Breakfast at a new location, Abbington Banquets in Glen Ellyn. Begin your morning with an uplifting message!
New Video: Career Employment Solutions. Learn about three new Soft Skills programs within DuPagePads Career Employment Solutions: Career Readiness, Transforming the Impossible into Possible and Social Coaching
Coming Full-Circle – Lavette’s Story…An Inspiring Journey from Homelessness to DuPagePads Case Manager. With help and guidance from God and supportive women along the way, Lavette began to pave a new path in her life.
DuPagePads Attends 2018 National Alliance to End Homelessness Conference. Recently, 2,000 homeless service providers gathered in Washington, D.C. for the annual conference which allows thought leaders on solving homelessness to convene to share their best ideas. Attendees heard from NAEH President & CEO Nan Roman; Senators Kamala Harris & Cory Booker.
There are many ways to win at this year’s Run 4 Home on Saturday, September 15th. This 10K & 5K Run and 5K & 1K Walk has something for everyone, discover all of the ways you can win!
Under-employed, Ceneca and her two young sons found themselves in need of housing. DuPagePads Housing Now program assisted Cenaca in moving from a pad on the floor to a key in the door.