WINGS Program, Inc. Provides One Million Nights of Safe Housing

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On September 9, 2021
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WINGS Program, Inc. Provides One Million Nights of Safe Housing and Shelter. “To me, one million nights of housing represents the journeys of thousands of resilient individuals who persevered," Rebecca Darr shares.

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On August 23, 2021
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WINGS recently completed FY2021 and we have been reflecting on our impact to the Chicagoland area. Read updates about WINGS Suburban Safe House, WINGS Metro Safe House, Housing Programs, Children & Family Services and Community Based Programs over the last year.

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On June 30, 2021
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Children, so often invisible in the discussion around domestic violence, are at an incredible risk of depression, drug use and even being part of a domestic violence situation themselves. WINGS Children and Family Services Program serves these invisible victims by addressing the root issues and breaking the cycle of violence.

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On March 31, 2021
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Financial abuse is the number one reason someone may not be able to leave or may force them to return to an abusive situation. Research has shown up to 99% of all domestic violence cases involve financial abuse. Read about what financial abuse looks like, how it complicates survivors leaving, economic impacts and how WINGS assists these survivors.

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On February 8, 2021
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On a cold day in February 2016, WINGS Metro Safe House opened its doors. When it opened, WINGS Metro became the first new domestic violence Safe House in Chicago to be opened in over a decade. This month, WINGS Metro recognizes its 5-year Anniversary.

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On January 26, 2021
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WINGS Hospital Program – “Goes Above and Beyond” for Family. Read on to hear one survivor’s journey through WINGS Hospital Program, in her own words.

Posted by Anna Bard
On January 5, 2021
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Breaking the cycle of domestic violence is at the center of everything we do at WINGS, but what is domestic violence, and how does it present itself in a relationship? […]

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On December 10, 2020
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WINGS is honored to be featured on the Wintrust Building along the Kennedy Expressway in Chicago for six weeks through the month of December 2020. This colorful and impactful mural will highlight WINGS mission to end domestic violence.

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On December 1, 2020
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Eight-year-old Kelly made many children smile when she recently donated new toys for children at our WINGS Metro Safe House. She was able to make this caring donation as a result of her successful, customized candle making business: Lite Up Your Moments By Kelly.

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On November 6, 2020
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For the second year in a row, WINGS recently earned the 2020 Platinum Seal of Transparency. This is the highest level of recognition offered by GuideStar, a service of Candid. Learn more about this honor, other recognitions WINGS has received and, if you are planning to donate, information about making 2020 charitable deductions.

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WINGS Program, Inc. Provides One Million Nights of Safe Housing

Reflecting on WINGS Impact over Fiscal Year 2021

WINGS Children and Family Services Program – Serving Invisible Victims of Domestic Violence

The Number One-Way Abusers Control: Financial Abuse

WINGS Metro Safe House Recognizes 5 Year Anniversary

WINGS Hospital Program – “Goes Above and Beyond” for Family

What is domestic violence?

WINGS Mural Featured on Wintrust Building in Chicago

8-Year-Old Kelly Donates New Gifts from own Candle Making Business

WINGS Receives 2020 Platinum Seal of Transparency from GuideStar

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