A not so fantastic organization, from my experience they would accept a nice leather…read morerocker/recliner without any scratches or tears. The said that they wouldnt accept it because is had some worn areas on it. Really? Let's say that that the truth for them then perhaps expand your business to an area where you don't have so many elitist. Where young families are starting out and can get comfortable, quality and yes a little worn furniture at a resonable price. This just isn't a one off with me look at some of the other responses. Never again will I donate anything to such and ungrateful organization. Last thing, let say that they have to use such discretion because they would have more furniture than they could store. Well anything that's been there more than 3 month have a free day where needy families in the community could go to and get help. In other word be creative and not so selective.

I redecorate almost yearly. So, often I have taken rugs and furniture items out to the curb or to…read moreGoodwill. But after recently learning of this non-profit organization called Sharing Connections, those lazy days are over. A fantastic organization that does so much good in the community. Sharing Connections provides furniture and household items for low-income families, helping them make their houses or apartments feel like homes. Most of these families are coping with a major crisis such as domestic violence, homelessness, job loss, or a financial crisis. This is an opportunity for community members to show gratitude for their own blessings by helping someone who could use a little extra help. Because they respect the dignity of the families they serve, they want to give them furniture they'd be proud to have in their homes. This means that they only accept items that have been gently used. Items that are not soiled or broken. I recently assembled dressers that were provided by financial donations to Sharing Connections. A great way for anyone to spend their time. There are lots of ways to help. --your money, your unused belongings, or even just your time.

http://www.bridgecommunities.org/ They provide transitional housing for people in the process of…read morebecoming self-sufficient. One of the goals is to keep the children in their same school, because bouncing from place to place is detrimental to kids' academic progress. They are taking part in the Sleep Out for the Homeless this November. Great great GREAT people. Give them your time and $$ - it's worth it.

Bridge communities are the best at helping people change their lives. The organization was…read moreestablished to help those that are need of shelter; however they do so much more. Between the time you call to inquire about the program until the time you successfully graduate from the program you will feel the professionalism, compassion and love. If entered into the program they will partner you with people who will help you with your career, finances, budgeting, education, health and so much more. The amount of volunteers that go out of their way to help others in need are amazing! I highly recommend this program if you need help or want to volunteer and be part of an dynamic organization that is making a difference.

This is my second time staying at the Olive Branch Mission and I truly appreciate this place…read more Today is my last day here, I am moving into my new apartment and they have gone above and beyond to assist me with some of the things that I need. I am truly grateful for Olive Branch Mission and the staff.

Second Baptist Church Youth Ministry in Action: Partnering with Olive Branch Mission Second Baptist…read moreChurch of Harvey, Illinois, under the leadership of Pastor Darnell Bowles Sr., has a long standing commitment to serving the community. Our Youth Ministry has been especially active in outreach, taking every opportunity to put faith into action. Last year, 15 youth members, supported by adult volunteers, partnered with Olive Branch Mission to serve Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners. Together, we provided meals for nearly 100 residents, offering not just food, but encouragement and fellowship during the holiday season. This effort was an extension of our ongoing support for local shelters and programs that assist battered women, children, and families in need. We are excited to celebrate Olive Branch Mission's recent announcement of major infrastructure upgrades made possible through a city grant. As part of the Department of Family and Support Services' $40 million Shelter Infrastructure Initiative, Olive Branch Mission will create 32 non congregate rooms with private bathrooms for families, along with eight semi-private rooms. These improvements will bring greater privacy, dignity, and security to families experiencing homelessness. Led by Executive Director Katrina Coleman and supported by dedicated leaders like our own member, Geneice Randolph, Food Service Director Olive Branch Mission continues its 158-year legacy of providing hope and a safe haven to Chicago's most vulnerable populations. Second Baptist Church is honored to partner with such a vital organization and looks forward to continuing our youth-driven service in support of their mission. Together, we can build stronger families, stronger communities, and brighter futures Sincerely, Chris Cowns Youth Ministry Darnell Bowles, Sr. Pastor Second Baptist Church Harvey, Illinois

We recently started our 2 year old in a part time program at Bright Horizons, and in our short time…read morethere, we've been really impressed with the facility. The teachers are extremely kind and loving with the children, and the Associare Director and Director are very attentive and always accessible. The team is great about providing updates on what our child is doing, and they ensure to send pictures throughout the day so we know what our child is doing. A sign of true success was our child not wanting to leave when we came for pick up! Though a pricy option, for a full day daycare that provides meals and physical / mental stimulation, it was a total no brainer for us! Thank you Bright Horizons team! #ThankYouThursday

We've been Bright Horizons parents for a year and a half now, and we love this place! My son is…read morealways super excited to go see his friends. The teachers bring fun and lots of variety to his day! The food is also good on variety, and my son seems to enjoy all of it! They are VERY mindful of allergies, special diets or requests when it comes to food. They keep things color coded and organized so that each child gets what they are supposed to at meal times. I also have an infant there now and they make sure he's included even though he's not participating in the activities yet. I love how easy it is to stay in touch. They have an app where you can put in all your notes about the kids before they go, and then the app gets updated throughout the day so you know how much they eat, how they are pottying, napping, etc. and they can upload photos and videos which is so great! I feel connected to my kids during the day! Also, their administration team is super helpful. I've had plenty of phone calls and emails with them and they are super responsive and know their stuff. The admins will set you up with a zoom conference to meet your child's teacher if they are switching classes. My mind is at ease when my kids are at daycare, because they think of everything! Being in a pandemic, it was not an easy choice to decide if we send our kids to daycare. But everyone over 2 is masked, they require daily screening and frequent hand washing to keep everyone safe. I definitely recommend Bright Horizons!

I am so confused with the poor reviews! Helping Hand Center has been so instrumental in the…read moredevelopment of my son, who was diagnosed with Autism. He attends their school for autism. My son has flourished in their environment. We have seen such improvement in his day-to-day, behavior, and speech. The staff truly care about the children and are so attentive and thorough. They are the best of the best! HHC has open communication with teachers and staff, constant feedback and reviews on our sons goals and progress, and 1:1 assistance/teaching aides. My son loves being there! We are so thankful for the quality of care they provide. Would not know what to do if we didn't have HHC! They are family.

Hi - my daughter has been have ST and OT services at Helping Hands for about 3 years now - every…read moreMonday. The clinicians we've had have been top notch -- and my daughter has had consistent progression. She enjoys going to Helping Hands -- also, Carol Boyke is always very nice. Also, the clinicians are so passionate about what they do. Thank you everyone for what you do every day! Donna K.

After my review, BH reached out several times to genuinely address my concerns. They were…read moreunderstanding and responsive and also collaborated with her new classroom to ensure a smooth transition. Her new teachers communicate with me and provide feedback. Very happy (and appreciative) with how they addressed my concerns. Thank you Candice!

My son started with Bright Horizon at western springs since the spring of 2016, not long after this…read morecenter was opened. My younger daughter joined 2 years later. For families like us with no immediate relatives' help, this center is like my kids' second home. I love this place. I have toured other daycares, no place comes close to this one in terms of how clean and structured it is. Especially in this pandemic, this center definitely takes it way more seriously than any other daycares we have seen. We just left last week because my son is old enough to be in kindergarten and unfortunately BH doesn't have that option. I miss this place so much already, the wonderful teachers and awesome director... I would highly recommend this daycare to anybody who is trying to find a perfect care center for their precious little one. Feel free to message me if you have questions.

I currently send my three year old daughter here and will be sending my 6 month old baby as well…read more The staff and teachers are wonderful and truly care about the children's well being. With covid we aren't able to see the teachers in person but they do an awesome job communicating with phone calls, zoom calls, emails, their app and newsletters. Appreciate all that they do!

Our nearly 6-month-old son has been going here since he was 12 weeks. Not only does he love it, but…read morewe love it too! The teachers are so kind and caring, you can tell that they really enjoy their job, the kids and the families as well. The app is great for real-time updates and worry free days for any new parent, this was a huge bonus for us! Plus the teachers capture some really great moments during the day with our child when we cannot be with them. We were a bit nervous because there were a lot of leadership changes from the time we signed up until the time our son started but it has all been great improvements to the facility. We are very happy with our choice.

Great friendly people ,fast to take care of you.They have really helped me and my wife in a time of…read moreneed.Thank you for your generosity and being there.

its my 1st time here, my experience last Saturday was o.k on the first aisle i got milk & eggs that…read moreis a plus, the produce part was o.k the vegetables section was really o.k. The Downsides was the Tomatoes I grab a plastic bag I thought i can get want i want, when i was starting to a handful of tomatoes on my hand the old lady said no no no... only one. What? Only one peace of tomato thats all. Wow! Its my 1st time here and i dont know why oh why only one tomato per guest. Omg! I dont know the food visits here is it once a month? Twice a month or a Weeky visit? Well anyway i still have the Milk & eggs.