Christopher House offers a bi-monthly food pantry that supplies families with culturally inclusive fresh produce, dairy products and household items that are typically not covered through food assistance programs. Any Christopher House family can participate, and additional support is offered around the holidays through our Thanksgiving Pantry and annual Family-to-Family holiday giving program.

Through our partnership with the UIC Center for Literacy, we offer a monthly worksop series for parents covering topics such as Employment Readiness, Family Literacy, Financial Literacy, and Community Resources. During the workshops, our caregivers have the opportunity to learn how to create a resume, cover letter, learn resilience skills and stress management, job search and network. The UIC Instructor is also available to connect with individuals to support their specific needs.

Dr. Ferney Ramirez – a bilingual psychologist who specializes in family mental health – hosts a monthly workshop with Christopher House families to discuss techniques for positive parenting with children to improve family relationships and communication.

Elizabeth Duecker – teacher, writer, and motivational speaker – offers a monthly empowered women’s club for Christopher House mothers and caregivers. This brave space encourage women and mothers to come together, connect over shared experiences, and heal as a community.