

Life Skills on the Job: How Our Program Helps People With Disabilities Earn Their First Paychecks
Today, we celebrate the possibilities within individuals living with cognitive disabilities at Association House.

Nick Malone
7 days ago2 min read


Your 2025 Annual Report is Here!
Dear Friends, This year marks a defining moment in Association House’s 126-year long history. As we celebrate the completion of our 2023–2025 Strategic Plan, let us reflect on the journey that brought us here. Following the remarkable 27-year tenure of Harriet Sadauskas, I stepped into the role of CEO and President in 2021. During this time, our world was still navigating the lasting impacts of COVID-19. Still, we began drafting our new strategic roadmap. In an era marked b

Juan Carlos Linares
Jan 12 min read


Association House Teams Up with Community Partners to Reduce Violence Across Chicago
How the House is working to reduce violence in our community through our partnership with SC2 Humboldt Park.

Nick Malone
Dec 29, 20252 min read


Service and Celebration at McDonald's Volunteer Day 2025
McDonald's volunteers transformed key spaces across our campus in the spirit of service.

Nick Malone
Aug 1, 20253 min read


Michael's Recipe for a Comeback: Recovery, Resilience, and Really Great Food
How Michael transformed his life with Visions and the Association House Culinary Program.

Nick Malone
Jul 14, 20254 min read


Autism Awareness Month Spotlight: How Allison's Bond with Her Sister Inspires Her Work
Allison's care for her sister put her on a path toward a career of compassion.

Nick Malone
Apr 25, 20253 min read


Out of the Life Skills Room and Into the City
A look inside the newest way our Behavioral Health team helps our participants rediscover independence.

Nick Malone
Apr 16, 20255 min read


Association House's Fight Against Gambling Addiction in Chicago
Our Gambling Recovery expert Ayanna shares her knowledge on how to stop gambling addiction before it starts.

Nick Malone
Apr 8, 20253 min read


Announcing Your 2024 Annual Report!
Thank you for celebrating Association House's 125-year legacy with us. Look back on 2024 by reading this year's annual report.

Juan Carlos Linares
Dec 7, 20241 min read


McDonald's Take Over & Make Over Association House!
When McDonald's is in the building, we know we're going to get things done. Last week, 100 volunteers from the McDonald's Corporation...

Nick Malone
Sep 25, 20242 min read


An Unlikely Family Reunion for Floyd
How Association House's social media connected Floyd to his estranged family.

Nick Malone
Sep 6, 20242 min read


From Shy to Self-Sufficient: How Amilcar Found His Voice
How Life Skills Education at Association House opened up new possibilities for one participant.

Jennifer Sheridan
Mar 27, 20243 min read


Join Us for Gambling Disorder Screening Day on March 12th
Association House of Chicago hosts a risk prevention screening day for Problem Gambling Disorder.

Nick Malone
Feb 6, 20241 min read


Gift Responsibly this Holiday Season
This month, Association House is participating in the 2023 Gift Responsibly Campaign, joining lotteries and community organizations across

Development
Dec 11, 20231 min read


Your 2023 Annual Report is Here!
Dear Friends, As we reflect on a year of resilience, resistance and reimagination, I am moved by the unwavering commitment of you - our...

Juan Carlos Linares
Dec 10, 20231 min read


Catch Up! Watch Virtual Webinar on How our Programs Foster Community
Association House was recently featured in Impact for Good: A Village of Support, a virtual webinar hosted by the American Family Insurance

Development
Aug 1, 20231 min read


Association House Receives Award for Advancing Minority Mental Health
Association House was awarded the 2023 Advancing Minority Mental Health honor by the American Psychiatric Association Foundation.

Development
Jul 5, 20231 min read


Register Now for Impact for Good: A Village of Support
Join Association House's Clinical Director, Tanya Wade, and High School Culture & Climate Coordinator, Jemina Lyle, at Impact for Good, a vi

Development
Jun 28, 20231 min read


Women's History Month Empowers Veronica to Use Her Voice
Veronica works in our Behavioral Health division managing the Respite Care and Home Based Self Directed Assistance programs.

Development
Mar 20, 20232 min read


How Women's History Impacts Janely
Janely is an Intake Specialist with our Visions program, which offers life-changing education, counseling, and support to individuals...

Development
Mar 17, 20232 min read





