Result Details
WeGo Together for kids exists to support and enhance the health, safety, learning and social-emotional well-being of children and families in the West Chicago community through a collaborative, coordinated and comprehensive approach. Our work is focused on the follow result areas:
Academic Achievement
West Chicago children and families have access to continual learning opportunities.
Strategies:
Out of school time/afterschool programming
Adult education
Summer learning opportunities
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Early Childhood
Families and children, 0-8 years old, build strong relationships through access to play and learning opportunities.
Strategies:
Therapeutic play
Family play groups and parent support groups,
Home visiting
Parent-child workshops
Early childhood music programming
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Youth and Family Health
West Chicago families have a variety of opportunities to improve their physical health and emotional well-being.
Strategies:
Nutrition education
Physical movement opportunities
Mental health counseling
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Community Engagement
As West Chicago families foster a sense of belonging in their own community, they are informed about and invested in contributing to the community.
Strategies:
Community events
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Stable Families
West Chicago families have access to the resources they need to meet their basic needs and life goals.
Strategies:
Case management services
Workforce development
Access to food
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Emergency Preparedness
West Chicago schools and community partners are aware of and prepared for emergencies.
Strategies:
COVID-19 response and relief
Community education and awareness building
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