Homelessness Journey | Comcast Newsmakers

Homelessness Journey - 4:35

Jeri Lynch Linas, Ignite

Posted Aug 22, 2019

For 42 years, Ignite - formerly TLP has supported thousands of youth in their journeys from homelessness to independent, fulfilling lives. Ignite’s sole concentration became youth experiencing homelessness. This focus allows Ignite expertise in providing services specialized to meet the unique and complex needs of this population. Ignite’s services are offered to all youth experiencing homelessness, programming is located in areas of high need on Chicago’s south side, within the communities of Bronzeville and Washington Park.

Hosted by: Ellee Pai Hong Produced by: Greater Chicago Newsmakers Team

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