2021 Program Statistics
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Intake/Housing:
91 families in housing (including Pathways)
95 adults in housing
172 children in housing
22 new families entered the program in 2021
Location of Transitional Housing Program buildings: Addison, Glendale Heights, Glen Ellyn, Lombard, Naperville, Westmont, and Woodridge
A snapshot of barriers facing clients entering the program in 2021:
Median monthly household income of $2,119
Median consumer debt of $2,865
Median savings of $0
77% families are living double/tripled bouncing to and from friends/relatives and 14% are living in hotels or shelters, while 9% were awaiting eviction
55% are survivors of domestic violence
100% have finances below the federal poverty guidelines, with 50% earning thirty percent below the Area Median Income (AMI)
55% report at-risk or crisis employment status, 50% report at-risk or crisis childcare and family safety status, and 100% report at-risk or crisis housing status
Employment:
77 clients received employment training via job readiness workshops, one-on-one counseling, resume development and more
33 clients secured full-time positions
7 clients earned a promotion while in their full-time position
6 clients landed part-time positions
38 clients visited the Bridge Clothing Boutique to receive career clothing and apparel coaching
Adult Education:
2 clients received college degrees
2 clients earned professional certifications or graduated from vocational training
29 clients enrolled in college or vocational training classes
8 clients enrolled in ELL and/or GED classes
Children's Program:
165 children received home visits from the children's team (virtual or in-person)
38 children engaged in developmental assessment
31 children received academic tutoring
42 families were assisted with childcare subsidies
22 children received mental health support services
7 adolescents participated in post-secondary education and career support
40 families received parenting support either through one-on-one or workshop attendance
50% of children participated in at least one enrichment activity
100% of the parents responding to our surveys reported their children's academic performance improved