Chicago Programs
"Olive Branch Mission, a thread of character, compassion and conscience woven into the tapestry of Chicago since 1867."
Capacity: 218 Beds
The Lamplight program provides overnight shelter and interim housing for homeless single women and families. We offer comprehensive case management, onsite clinic services, onsite housing support, and a full range of education and employment services. Guests also receive meals, clothing, showers, assistance with housing applications, job referrals, personal development classes, and other essential support services designed to help them move toward stable, long-term housing.
Capacity: 110 Beds
The Lamplight program provides overnight shelter and interim housing for homeless single women and families. We offer comprehensive case management, onsite clinic services, onsite housing support, and a full range of education and employment services. Guests also receive meals, clothing, showers, assistance with housing applications, job referrals, personal development classes, and other essential support services designed to help them move toward stable, long-term housing.
Capacity: 54 Apartments
We provide onsite comprehensive case management and support services to individuals and families who were formerly homeless and are now living in permanent supportive housing. While we do not provide the apartments themselves, our staff offers referrals to clinic services, life-skills training, financial management support, and a full range of education and employment referrals. Residents also receive job referrals, personal development classes, and other essential support services designed to help them maintain housing stability and continue moving toward long-term self-sufficiency.
Food Services Program annually prepares and serves over 425,000 meals for homeless guests and hungry individuals and families across community. The Olive Branch kitchen provides formal "Food Service" training and preparation for the Food Service/Handling examination and certification for clients interested in attaining a career in culinary arts.