FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

April 28, 2022

Media Contact:
Marco Mendez
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Vanessa Valentin
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O: 773.745.4636
PRESS RELEASE
LOCAL ELECTED OFFICIALS AND NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS DISCUSS
WRAP-AROUND SERVICES AND RESOURCES TO PREVENT DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Violence Prevention Organizations in the Belmont Cragin area

Northwest Center - A local organization that includes the rapid response team. This
pandemic-driven team responds to all community needs by providing food, clothing, housing
and guidance to anyone in need. The organization includes youth programming, immigration
services and social services.
5233 W. Diversey Ave Chicago, IL 60639
773-283-3888
https://www.northwestcenterchicago.org/

BUILD - this organization responds swiftly to provide mental, safety, and relocation support to
victims and families of domestic violence. The team, led by Rosa Rios, responds by sending
teams of case managers immediately after a crime has occurred. Their dedicated case
managers work with victims and families to address their needs.
3328 W. North Ave. Chicago, IL 60647
773-227-2880
https://www.buildchicago.org

ALSO - A Violence Prevention Working Group designed to address gaps in domestic violence
services. ALSO works in partnership with people and organizations living in risk of violence to
promote safer streets and homes.
2401 W. North Avenue, Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 235-5705
https://also-chicago.org/

Metropolitan Family Services - See attached

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