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💜 WITH SURVIVORS, ALWAYS 💜 This month and throughout the year, @chicago stands with domestic violence survivors. If you're in need of help, please call The Network's 24/7 Illinois DV Hotline: 877-863-6338. Find more info at chi.gov/dvhelp. #DVAM2026 #WithSurvivors
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Mayor Brandon Johnson attends the Unity Parenting Non-Congregate Shelter Groundbreaking. xitter.cf/i/broadcasts/1dxYlaEDA…
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We need to put an end to this lie that young people don't want to work. The demand for Chicago Youth Works jobs is greater than our budget to hire. That's why in my Fair Share 2027 Budget, I am calling for an additional $24 million so the City can double the number of young people with paid summer jobs.
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Thank you to everyone who joined our DFSS Breast Cancer Awareness Lunch & Learn! 🩷 Gratitude to speaker Rose Loftin‑Johnson, facilitator Melinda Hill & our brave survivors—Beatriz, Kathleen, Sandra & Muriel. Your strength inspires us. EARLY DETECTION SAVES LIVES. 🎗️
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Join us for our remaining "Caring for Caregivers" events! 💙 Discover free respite & resources across Chicago. • 10/22: Veteran Caregivers • 11/2-11/17: Info Sessions • 11/19: "Mama Joe" Film & Panel (bit.ly/DFSSMamaJoeFilm) • 11/20: Virtual Conf (bit.ly/DFSSCaregiver26) – at Chicago, IL
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📢 NEW RFP: @ChiFamSupport seeks experienced youth-serving orgs for out-of-school time (OST) programs for Chicago youth ages 6–21. Through Year-Round & Project-Based models, the program will foster safety, belonging, and skill-building. 💻 Learn more: tinyurl.com/3kv6xhtw – at Chicago, IL
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Medicare Open Enrollment is live through Dec 7! DFSS @ChiSrServices is here to help. Free Services Include: ✅ 1-on-1 SHIP Medicare counseling ✅ Free/low-cost wellness visits & vaccines ✅ Local & virtual events all October 📞 312-744-4016 | ✉️ [email protected] – at Chicago, IL
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Too often, our seniors are overlooked, left behind, and left out of conversations about our city. We’re establishing a Senior Bill of Rights to ensure Chicago's seniors can access the City services, safe housing, quality healthcare, and the support they need and deserve. – at Chicago, IL
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🍂✨ Chicago’s Last Playdate of the Year is at Washington Park! 🍁 Fun for kids 5 & under: 🎨 Games & activities 🌟 Special guests 🎒 Early learning app support 🗓️ Sat, Oct 24 | 10 AM–1 PM 📍 Washington Park 🎟️ FREE! 🔗 Register Here: tinyurl.com/chiplaydate-wp – at Chicago, IL
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Mayor Brandon Johnson signs Executive Order. xitter.cf/i/broadcasts/1XxygwvDd…
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"Safety is more than being protected from harm. Safety is knowing that you are seen. That you are believed." — DFSS Commissioner Angela Green Proud to honor our Gender-Based Violence & victim services partners last week at the #SafetyIsBelonging celebration!✨💜 – at Chicago, IL
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📢 NEW RFP: @ChiFamSupport seeks partners to implement the Help Over Harm Program for individuals who cause harm in relationships. The program will address domestic partner violence using a trauma-informed, survivor-centered approach. 💻 Learn more: tinyurl.com/3d54ya7x – at Chicago, IL
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DFSS leadership joined 5th Ward Alderman Desmon Yancy at @LostBoyzInc to see the impact of our My CHI. My Future. CYOC program firsthand! 🏙️ Great dialogue with ED LaVonte Stewart & COO Jo McAllister on expanding youth mentorship & job paths in Chicago. ⚾️✨ – at Chicago, IL
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NEXT WEEK ‼️Join DFSS, @CASLmedia , @ChicagoParks & @gpconservatory for a free Memory Cafe on Tues, Oct 13 (10 AM-12 PM)! 🌿 A supportive space for individuals with memory challenges & caregivers featuring a garden tour, crafts, & refreshments. 📲 RSVP: tinyurl.com/3dbfmxfx – at Chicago, IL
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Know the difference between a hate crime and a hate incident, and how to report them? We provide educational workshops about hate crimes and discrimination. Contact us today and click here to learn more: direc.to/pzWs #HateCrimeAwarenessMonth #KnowledgeIsPower
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Thank you to @ChicagosMayor who visited our DFSS Southwest Regional Senior Center this week, to connect with Chicago seniors! From morning vaccinations to afternoon dance & wellness activities, DFSS continues driving impact for our seniors. 💙✨ #ChicagoSeniors #SeniorWellness – at Chicago, IL
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🚨 ENDING TOMORROW: Free groceries for seniors! DFSS (@ChiSrServices) & @TopBoxFoods are providing fresh produce & staples to older adults (60+) through the month of Sept. Sept distributions end TOMORROW: 📍 Sept 30: 1767 E. 79th (1 PM) PLEASE NOTE: Supplies are limited. – at Chicago, IL
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⛈️ Chicago residents: If summer storms caused a power outage of 2+ days, you may qualify for a $150 @Visa Grocery Gift Card for food! Who qualifies: ✨ Income ≤ 200% FPL ✨ @ComEd proof of 2+ day outage 📍 Apply at our DFSS Centers: Chi.gov/CSC 📞 312-743-0300 – at Chicago, IL
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Thousands of seniors joined DFSS at Millennium Park for Senior Fest 2026! 🎉 Enjoyed 70+ vendors & music from Ronnie G., Mariachi Estrellas & more. Congrats to our "Collective Impact Award" honorees: @LyricOpera & former Ald. Eugene Schulter! 🏆🎭✨ #SoulOfChicago #SeniorFest – at Chicago, IL
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