The JD Walker Empowerment Rally
Community Highlights—
Residents react to hit and run of an elderly man to take back their streets in Auburn Gresham
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All Stars Project of Chicago Talent Show
Community Highlights—
Are you a young performer, age 5 to 25, looking for a place to show case your talent? Looking for a program that will help you develop your confidence? Or know someone that fits this description? Well, the All Stars Talent Show Network (ASTSN) has moved to Chicago and would like to work with you! The ASTSN is one of the flagship programs of the All Stars Project of Chicago, which is part of a the national All Stars Project, one of the most successful youth development programs in the country. We provide after-school development programs that use performance as a tool for growth.
ContinuePolicy to the People – How the Affordable Care Act is being Implemented by Illinois Policymakers
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Illinois Health Matters Reveals Shaping and Communicating Good Policy is Key to Health Care Reform Success on the South and West Sides of Chicago
ContinueThe Safety Net For Aged, Blind, Disabled People With Limited Income And Resources
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There’s a safety net out there for those who might otherwise slip through the cracks. It’s called Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
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Common Sense Media, Yahoo! Safely, and MTV Stand Up to Cyberbullying Town Hall Event
Common Sense Media, Community Highlights—
MTV’s SuChin Pak will moderate an Oct. 18 Chicago town hall for parents, teens, and teachers at the Field Museum. Members of the Auburn-Gresham community are invited to attend for free!
D. Rose returns to his home West Englewood
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Derrick Rose, the National Basketball Association's (NBA) the youngest Most Valuable Player (MVP) demonstrates why giving back to the community, particularly his community, West Englewood is so important.
ContinueGreenNet’s Community Gardener of the Year Award Nominations
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Every year, GreenNet Chicago celebrates gardeners who have gone above and beyond for their gardens. Nominate your garden's Community Gardener of the Year!
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Take the Riders for Better Transit Survey!
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Take the Riders for Better Transit Survey!
Active Transportation Alliance is kicking off a new project called Riders for Better Transit to represent the needs of transit riders like you. How would you like to see transit in our region improved? Help win transit reforms that matter to riders by sharing what issues are most important to you. Take the Riders for Better Transit survey by October 5th and be entered into a raffle to receive a $100 visa gift card! Visit www.ridersforbettertransit.org
ContinuePeople With a Disability Can Get a Ticket to Work
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A free and voluntary program called Ticket to Work gives individuals who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Social Security disability benefits access to meaningful employment while maintaining control over benefit choices.
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5 Ways Health Care Reform Will Benefit Auburn Gresham Small Businesses
Business News, CAN TV, Common Sense Media, Print Publications—
Auburn Gresham is a strong, vibrant Chicago community, and the small businesses in the area are a vital part of that. However, it can be challenging for small businesses to afford to provide health insurance for their employees. The Affordable Care Act (ACA) has put into place reforms – some right now and some rolling out later -- that will make it easier for the owners of small businesses to buy affordable insurance.
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