6 May 2019
Went to Londonhouse to catch a view of the night cityscape from the rooftop bar.
And since we were here, we might as well check out Trump Hotel.
Founded in 1857 as Chicago Relief and Aid Society, my fellowship host organisation, Metropolitan Family Services, has an illustrious history.
The Chicago Relief and Aid Society played a key role in supporting those affected by the great Chicago fire of 1871 which left over 100,000 homeless. The Mayor back then had even proclaimed to "turn over the administration of all relief and fire victims to it.
Mayor Richard M. Daley proclaimed 19-25 November 1989 as the Family Week in Chicago
Sat in a briefing on the process flow for subpoenas, requests for records and appearances to Metropolitan Family Services staff by Bryan Johnson
Met Miguel C. Keberlein, Executive Director, Legal Aid Society to learn about the legal support provided to families and individuals in need. In his previous role, he visited migrant farm workers at their farms and supported immigrants and workers' rights.
This year marked the 100th year of the Chicago Legal Aid Society joining United Charities (the former name of Metropolitan Family Services). This is the second oldest law society in the United States.
By having the legal aid society and a social service provider together in the same organisation, it is efficient and provides families with a one-stop platform. The organisation balances the demands on strict confidentiality of clients' information from its legal services arm, and the case reporting for the social services arm.
The Legal Aid Society assists individuals and families with issues on housing; safety and family (domestic violence; elder justice); individual rights and social justice (victims of crime; human trafficking).
Miguel brought me to take a look at the legal aid clinic that is sited within the courthouse. Was introduced to Dana Harbaugh, Staff Attorney & Pro Bono Coordinator. The clinic serves those 60 and above on elder justice cases, housing, and other matters, excluding criminal cases, wills and personal injury cases. While there are walk-in cases, some of the clients, who are not legally represented, are referred by judges to the legal aid clinic.
A view of a church built on a building from Richard J. Daley Center
Was told the First United Methodist Church of Chicago is on top of the building, making it the tallest church building in the world based on the distance from the church's street level entrance to the top of the church's spire or steeple
Circuit Court room
MacDonald's Avenger Toys
After lunch, I sat in a conference call taken by my host, Ric on building support over a certain policy position. And sat in the weekly campaign meeting with colleagues from the Development team - Barbara West Stone, Chief Development Officer; Corinne Henry and Alex Harris - the unsung heroes who bring in funds for Metropolitan Family Services to serve more families. I expressed my interest to my host on learning about fundraising, an element which in my area of work and volunteering did not necessarily prioritise my attention to it.
Not sure why Illinois state flag was lowered on half-mast
Was reminded of the #ColdBucketChallenge
Meanwhile, our Fellows in South Carolina entertained us with what they gotten themselves into.
They thought they were volunteering to enter the pitch to have a hand at baseball, but...
Dinner was at Giordano's. Most are split in their opinions on whether it served the best deep dish pizza in the city.
45 minutes wait time for the pizza to be served
Awesome
Went to Londonhouse to catch a view of the night cityscape from the rooftop bar.
The rooftop bar was closed due to the cold weather, but was still accessible
Londonhouse was right opposite the Trump Hotel
And since we were here, we might as well check out Trump Hotel.
Outdoor bar would be officially opened for the season on Thursday. Well, at least I got to use the washroom.
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