Giving Thanks for 35 Years

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On November 28, 2019
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Giving Thanks for 35 Years - WINGS CEO Rebecca Darr shares special message. "We are proud of so many accomplishments and so grateful for all of the support"

Posted by Anna Bard
On November 18, 2019
Domestic Violence, domestic violence agency, domestic violence illinois, WINGS, WINGS Blog, WINGS Client, WINGS Stories

First served through the WINGS Hospital Program, a client shares her heartfelt thank you note for a quilt. Not only was the gift impactful, it also symbolized the impact of […]

Posted by Anna Bard
On November 4, 2019
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As we head into the end of the year, the charitable spirit seems to sweep in and call each of us to acts of kindness during the holiday season. WINGS […]

Posted by Anna Bard
On October 1, 2019
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Domestic Violence Awareness Month was established in 1981 by the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence to bring together advocates across the country that are on the front lines of battling […]

Posted by Anna Bard
On September 23, 2019
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This year’s Purple Tie Ball will take place on Saturday, October 5, 2019, at the Westin Hotel in Itasca. The event is traditionally held during Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and […]

Posted by Anna Bard
On September 16, 2019
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ALAS, a program of WINGS, serves men and women in the community who are experiencing domestic violence. The goal of the program is to identify and support LatinX clients in […]

Posted by Anna Bard
On September 3, 2019
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Things we take for granted everyday become so much more when you have lost everything. They can hinder you or make you soar. What would you do if the ‘right’ […]

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On August 13, 2019
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For many years, Wayne at Mikes Bike Shop located in Palatine, has been donating bicycles to WINGS clients. The bicycles have provided access to transportation for domestic violence survivors who often come to WINGS with only the clothes on their backs.

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On August 8, 2019
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Empowered WINGS Graduate Becomes Alderman of Prospect Heights. Michelle, a WINGS graduate of 25 years ago, recently was voted Alderman of Prospect Heights.

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On July 31, 2019
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In addition to essential clinical services like children’s counseling and parenting classes; WINGS Children and Family Services program also provides fun experiences for child survivors. These experiences are called family enrichment activities, and help foster family bonding and relaxation.