Once at La Casa Norte’s Casa Corazon shelters, Rosalind was able to address the deeper challenges that preceded her arrival at La Casa Norte. She engaged fully in the agency’s holistic support services, including workforce development, dance therapy, peace academy, cooking classes, and weekly individual therapy. Now, she’s been accepted to Depaul University where she will study nursing.

After couch-surfing for a few months, Elean connected with La Casa Norte in early 2024. Within days, he moved into Solid Ground — the agency’s transitional housing program for male-identifying youth ages 18-21.

For the first time in years, Elean had a stable place to call home. That security, coupled with a dedicated community of support, helped him shift out of survival mode.

“From the moment I got there, the staff treated me like I belonged. They don’t turn folks away. They don’t make you feel less than. They handled every situation with patience and compassion, and honestly — they treated us like family.” - Marcellis

He tried New York. He tried Indiana. But without the right support network, it was hard to find solid ground.

When Robert arrived in Chicago, he was feeling a bit down on his luck, but he wasn’t giving up.