animated gif of WHA photos Westside Health Authority is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit community based organization whose mission is to use the capacity of community residents to improve the health and well-being of the community. For WHA, "health" is defined broadly to include the social and physical environment which contributes to the mental, physical and spiritual well-being of a person.
It also includes relationships with family, friends and neighbors and the ability to find stable employment.
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Upcoming Events - January 2012
Community Re-Entry and Employment - Overcomer Support Group Meeting
Meeting dates: January 12th, January 19th, and January 26th, 2012 at 5:30 P.M.
-Free meal
-Free haircut
-Opportunity to share issues in a supportive environment

Location: 5816 W. Division Street

Community Re-Entry and Employment - Family Connections Program Monthly Meeting
January 21st, 2012 at 11 A.M.
For the families of incarcerated men and women:
-to meet with parole regarding parole requirements
-to understand supportive services available to family members
-to understand employment opportunities available to family members
-motivation, education & support resources for families reuniting with incarcerated individuals

Location: 5816 W. Division Street

Community Re-Entry and Employment - Job Club
January 13th, January 20th, January 27th, 2012 at 1 P.M.
-Discuss current job opportunities in Chicago with job coach staff
-Meet with employers (when scheduled)

Location: 5816 W. Division Street

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