Coffee and Connections / Café y Conexiones

About this event

Adults: 18 and up, Seniors: 55 and up, Teens: 13 to 19 years. Join us for coffee and connection to library resources and social work support. This month's program is in partnership with Sara's Inn and Illinois Action for Children. Sara's Inn focuses on empowering survivors, educating communities, and working toward a future free from domestic violence. Illinois Action for Children is a state and national leader in early childhood education, care, and advocacy. They uplift children and all who care for them by connecting families to high-quality early learning, supporting the early childhood workforce, and championing policies that advance strong families and prosperous communities. Greater Chicago Food Depository strive to end hunger by connecting their neighbors with healthy food and advancing solutions that adree the root causes of hunger. You will get free help applying for Illinois SNAP benefits/ Illinois Link, Medicaid and other benefits for you and your family. --------------------------------------------------------------------- Acompáñenos a tomar un café y a conocer los recursos de la biblioteca y el apoyo de trabajo social. El programa de este mes se realiza en colaboración con Sara's Inn e Illinois Action for Children e Greater Food Chicago Depository. Sara's Inn se dedica a empoderar a las sobrevivientes, educar a las comunidades y trabajar por un futuro libre de violencia doméstica. Illinois Action for Children es un referente, tanto a nivel estatal como nacional, en el ámbito de la educación, el cuidado y la defensa de los derechos en la primera infancia. La organización brinda apoyo a los niños y a todas las personas que los cuidan, conectando a las familias con servicios de aprendizaje temprano de alta calidad, respaldando a los profesionales del sector y promoviendo políticas que favorecen el fortalecimiento de las familias y la prosperidad de las comunidades. Greater Food Chicago Depository esforzamos por acabar con el hambre conectando a n