Bringing Out the Light
Crisis Center for South Suburbia
2016 Annual Repor
I see it as a light when you are strong.
Everyone has that inside them.
You just have to find it...
-Hida, Crisis Center Client
and make it work.
From Our Board President
Another year has passed and with it the need to provide safety and
resources for victims of domestic violence continues to grow. Year
after year, Crisis Center for South Suburbia (CCSS) has been there
for those touched by domestic violence. In my work as Board
President, this year, I encountered a message that I found
particularly inspirational and representative of our mission. It
is a message about light. The light that is found inside each of us;
sustaining us through difficult times.
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That light has su
sustained CCSS during this year, a year of service and
accomplishment. As you know, the State of Illinois has faced a budget crisis
causing many social service organizations to consolidate and reduce services or
even close their doors this past year. Fortunately, CCSS was not only spared from
these hardships, but has continued to thrive through sound financial planning and
the generous support of our donors, volunteers, staff, and customers of our Neat
Repeats Resale shops. In spite of future uncertainty, CCSS was able to serve over 1,600
individuals and families through our wide array of programs. We also reached over 11,000
people through our community education efforts.
I see it as a light
Everyone has
You just have
and make
Additionally, and more importantly, are the valiant accomplishments made by our
clients. In the midst of very difficult circumstances, they find a way to overcome. We are honored
and inspired to walk alongside them throughout the process,
offering support and helping them find the light inside themselves;
a Light of Courage, Compassion, Strength, and Success.
The following is an excerpt taken from a client letter:
“My stay at the shelter was a very joyful time. When I first came,
I felt like I was all alone in a dark room. Little by little, I came out
of that dark room and began to see light and feel joy. I made a lot
of friends while I stayed here. The staff was very friendly and joyful
to be around. I will miss everybody.”
As we look forward, the Crisis Center is focused on fostering relationships and programs that create
even more opportunities to provide safety and resources to domestic violence survivors. Building
relationships with community partners is vital for CCSS in the upcoming years. We intend to focus on
the following:
• Expanding our Court and Medical Advocacy programs including work with Little
Company of Mary Hospital, the Cook County Municipal Courts in Markham and
Bridgeview, and first responders throughout the community to educate them on the
dynamics of domestic violence.
• Expanding our Transitional Housing Program so that survivors of domestic violence have
a safe home and supportive services as they find ways to ensure their long-term security
and independence.
We thank you for all the ways you have contributed to advancing our mission this year. We ask for
your continued participation to help victims of domestic violence discover the light that is within them.
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Sincerely,
David
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Board President
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Hida’s Story
Imagine yourself a young woman with a six month old baby being escorted by police into
a shelter just after midnight. Your family in a different country; you are alone with no one to
reach out to. Knowing very little English, you struggle to understand the information, but you
sense the kindness and compassion of the shelter staff as they prepare your room and offer
milk for your daughter.
when you are strong.
that inside them.
to find it...
it work.
-Hida
Sadly, these are very real memories for Hida. So many times she had been told that she
would not be able to take care of herself, that she was there to serve her husband, and that
she had nothing to offer apart from him. When he would come home drunk at two a.m. she
was expected to be dressed with makeup on, cook for him, and be intimate with him. Night
after night, he would become violent if his expectations were not met. Hida recalls, “In the
beginning I forced myself. But as time passed by it was getting worse. I hated myself. It
just felt dark inside; just getting darker and darker. You feel like you are in a place
with just the walls and no one can talk to you. I didn’t want my
daughter to grow up in that.”
During her pregnancy and after the birth of her daughter, Rona, nothing had changed despite
his promises. He became even more angry that Hida was caring for their daughter more than
him. One afternoon, enraged, he took out a knife while she was holdingg
Rona in her arms. She set Rona down to protect her and fend off her
husband’s attack. In a moment she remembers with tears, she ran from
the apartment in order to survive. Hailing a cab, Hida was taken to the
police department. Her husband was arrested and she was able to get Rona
back. The police told her “there was a place; a shelter with moms and kids”
where she could be safe.
The Crisis Center welcomed Hida and Rona with open arms.
Hida took advantage of all of the services the Crisis Center had to offer. She stayed
d in the residential
shelter where she learned English, how to care for her infant daughter, and was able to secure a job and a
driver’s license. She diligently worked to develop new opportunities for her family. When a transitional
program apartment became available, Hida was selected, continuing to progress toward full
independence.
Through counseling Hida was also able to process her experiences and create a
new vision of herself and her future. Old ways of thinking were replaced with
empowered and positive beliefs. She felt like she was “becoming a normal
woman again; being able to think and take care of my daughter again.” She
found new ways to express herself and to teach her daughter a new set of values.
For Hida and Rona, the shelter became a home; a second family. She smiles
thinking about it. “I don’t see it as a shelter anymore. I see it as a
home; a safe home that helps you. Someone [at Crisis Center] will be here
for yo
ou They
re w
illing to do whatever it takes to keep you safe. They will help you with everything; an
you.
They aare
willing
education, a home, everything you need. They will help you, but you have to be willing to work. You have
to stick in the program. As long as you are willing you can make it,” she says.
Hida’s hard work has paid off. She works at a bank providing for her family. They have a safe and peaceful
life. In reflecting back, she acknowledges, “In the beginning it wasn’t easy for me...but I see it as a light
when you are strong. Everyone has that inside of them. You just have to find it...and make it work.”
She continues, “ I became a woman, way stronger, just by being here. …If it wasn’t for here, I probably
wouldn’t be alive, you know, if it wasn’t for me to decide to come here that day
and for this place that opened the door for me. They saved my life and
my daughter’s life. Seeing her growing every day and smiling at her; there
are no words to thank the Crisis Center, the staff here, for what they did for me.
Because of [the Crisis Center], this place walked me through. I started my wholee
new life here…and it’s going the right way.”
Hear Hida’tell
her story
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Residential Services
Emergency Shelter
24-Hour Crisis Hotline
Transitional Housing
Children enjoying the playroom
renova on funded by the Andrew
Family Founda on & Junior Board
and an anonymous family founda on.
New 12-passenger van provided by Great
Lakes Charitable Founda on for
transpor ng clients.
Our confidential 24-hour hotline
received 1,081 calls this year
resulting in crisis intervention or referral
services to callers. With the shelter
consistently at capacity, 78 adults
and 71 children were turned
away for shelter due to lack of
space and referred elsewhere;
highlighting that the need for more
resources to help victims is still great.
This year 351 clients received
13,623 nights of shelter.
183 adult women and 168
children found safety and
comfort in our newly renovated facility.
They received access to case workers,
counselors, legal advocates, and various
other resources to help them evaluate
and make decisions for their future.
98% of exiting clients reported
an increased knowledge of safety
planning for themselves and their
families.
A transi onal client discussing her
future plans for employment and
childcare with her caseworker.
The transitional housing program
bridged the gap this year for 23
clients through financial support
including housing, education,
childcare, and transportation
assistance, as well as access to CCSS
resources and services. Clients in
this program are eligible for up to
24 months of transitional
services.
Advocacy Services
Court Advocacy
Medical Advocacy
Community Policing
ER entrance at Li le Company of Mary
Hospital where medical advocates will be
providing domes c violence screenings.
Advocates based at the Markham
Courthouse provide vital legal advocacy
services to vic ms of domes c violence.
Ad
Advocates
at the
h Bridgeview
B id i and
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Markham Courthouses served
1,113 clients including 985
females and 128 males in
the legal process. 694 Orders of
Protection were filed this year
with 100% of clients reporting
an increased understanding of their
legal rights as a domestic violence
victim and ability to report violations
of their order of protection.
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Community Policing Advocate, Barb
Gruca, teams up with Palos Heights
police officers at Na onal Night Out.
With funding for additional staff, the
community policing program grew
from 10 to 14 police
departments allowing advocates
to increase training and domestic
violence resource updates to officers,
as well as the number of victim follow
ups.
Little Company of Mary Hospital and
CCSS signed a partnership
agreement to launch a medical
advocacy program in Fiscal Year 2017
to screen emergency room patients
for domestic violence, provide on-site
counseling to victims, and train
medical personnel regarding
domestic violence and the resources
available through CCSS.
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Clinical Counseling Services
Child Therapy
Adult Therapy
Abuser Services
A child learning to express their
emo ons safely through play therapy.
Artwork created by clients during an
empowerment group presented in
collabora on with Prairie State College .
Reaching 216 adult women and
2 adult men from the community
and within the shelter, the Clinical
Counseling program assisted clients in
individual and group therapy sessions
with processing their feelings,
improving self-esteem, safety planning,
understanding the dynamics of
domestic violence, and developing
coping mechanisms.
Through art and play therapy,
journaling and other clinical
strategies, 55 girls and 45
boys, found a safe place to share
and learn about their feelings and
relationships with a licensed child
therapist. 92% of children
said that after receiving services
that they understand now that the
abuse in their family was not their
fault.
Group discussion during class for
the Choices Program at a
satellite loca on.
In compliance with the Illinois
Protocol for Partner Abuse
Intervention, the Choices Program
worked with 197 court-
mandated and voluntary
clients to end abusive behavior
in their relationships through a
26-week education and group
therapy program held at a satellite
location.
Community Education
Fresh Start Dating Violence Prevention
Community Presentations
Darius Thorn, Preven on Specialist, engaging students
about rela onship dynamics at a school retreat.
Karen Leluga, Development Director, on air with
Randy Barcella addressing AM560 radio listeners
during Domes c Violence Awareness month.
CCSS speakers provided a total of 546
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presentations, reaching over
11,025 people, on the dynamics of
Over 9,500 students were challenged this
year to identify characteristics of healthy and
unhealthy relationships through our interactive
Fresh Start program in an effort to prevent dating
violence.
domestic violence to universities,
businesses, and community groups and
organizations free of charge this year.
All Crisis Center services are confidential and free of charge to victims of domestic violence. Abuser services are provided on a sliding scale.
The Crisis Center for South Suburbia prohibits discrimination against its clients based on the individual’s real or perceived race, color,
religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, or disability.
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Partnerships that Bring Strength
Reaching out with compassion to lift up another is the
essence of kindness. Providing the environment and
resources that allow clients to regain their strength and
reshape their vision for the future reflects a deeper sort of
partnership.
Crisis Center for South Suburbia (CCSS) is grateful for
another year of incredible partnerships. From a ten year
old’s donation of her birthday gifts to a foundation funding
an entire renovation, every gift plays a vital role in meeting
the needs of the whole person. Each contribution is a
building block of transformation and hope, bringing
together a community of partners to help our clients find
the light of strength within themselves.
Foresters Financial families
donating bears for
CCSS’ youngest clients at
Build-a-Bear in Orland Park.
Carol Mohler and Jim Hunziker of First
Midwest Bank presenting a donation check
to Laura Parker, Grants Coordinator.
Jim Marzullo of Verizon Wireless Hope Line
presenting a check to Board President, Dave
Anders & Counseling Director, Renee RogersWilliams for the Fresh Start Prevention Program.
M
Mark
Moylan, State Farm Agent,
with two volunteers hosting his
4th Annual Indoor Triathlon
benefitting CCSS.
Bavarian Fest goers John and Nance Beele
and friends getting in the spirit.
Merri Dee, WGN broadcaster and
author, sharing her story as a domestic
violence survivor at the Gala.
Dianne Masters
Award:
Dr. Barbara
McCreary
Courage
Award:
Kathy Waller
Volunteer
Award:
Standard Bank
& Trust Co.
Randy Turner and son Ashton posing with
photo of Randy’s late sister, CCSS founder,
Dianne Masters, at the DMC Golf Outing.
Corporate
Award:
Impact 100
Chicago
Volunteer
Award:
Ed & Dottie
Komorowski
CCSS Auxiliary
Beginning as a fundraising initiative in 2007, the Crisis Center for South Suburbia Auxiliary is committed to
promoting awareness of CCSS throughout the South and Southwest Suburbs by increasing its volunteer base, raising
revenue through fundraising activities, and providing opportunities for men and women
to share their common interests and commitment to helping victims of domestic violence.
Since 2008, the CCSS Auxiliary has raised more than $56,000 through their fundraising
efforts that directly benefit individuals and families victimized by domestic violence served
by CCSS. In FY16, the Auxiliary funded client education scholarships, transportation
costs for client employment and medical appointments, and new tables and chairs for the
shelter dining room.
New dining room tables and chairs being
presented by the Auxiliary at the shelter.
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The CCSS Auxiliary holds three major events each year to raise funds:
Spring Luncheon, Walk against Domestic Violence, and a Tag Day.
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Making a Difference Every Day
Neat Repeats Resale shops located in Orland Park and Worth have been owned and operated by the
Crisis Center for South Suburbia since 1986. In fiscal 2016, the resale shops provided the agency
with 27% of the financial support to families that have been affected by domestic violence.
SHOP
Our family of volunteers, donors, customers, and staff are proud to be a part of making a
difference in the lives of victims of domestic violence. Our volunteer force is made up of over 200
volunteers who are committed to giving a minimum of 5 hours a week. They work tirelessly sorting clothes, cashiering, merchandising, and assisting customers. In 2016, volunteers donated over
40,000 in service hours.
Every day, generous donors have come to our resale shops to donate new or gently used
merchandise to help our cause. Local businesses, schools, and churches have donation
drives collecting women’s and children’s clothing, shoes, housewares, jewelry, linens, books,
giftware, and accessories to help our mission. All proceeds from the sales will help provide the
needed funding for the Crisis Center’s comprehensive programs and services.
Neat Repeats Resale doors are open seven days a week. Shoppers enjoy the boutique
atmosphere, friendly service, and quality merchandise. They discover great values and a large
selection of women’s, men’s, and children’s clothing that include many designer brands. Come in
any day of the week to donate or shop and you will be greeted by a friendly volunteer who is ready
to help and serve.
DONATE
Through the Client Assistance Program at Neat Repeats Resale our clients are able to receive
clothing, shoes, and other essential items free of charge.
Thank you to all our generous community members for your continued support.
Together we are making a difference in the families that we serve.
VOLUNTEER
VOLUNTEE
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Our mission:
Neat Repeats Resale is dedicated to providing quality merchandise and excellent customer service
in an environment that values our customers, donors, and volunteers. Our efforts and profits
bring hope in improving the lives of the victims of domestic violence served by the
Crisis Center for South Suburbia.
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Champion Level
$50,000-$99,999
Great Lakes Charitable
Foundation
Greer Foundation
Leader Level
$25,000-$49,999
United Way Metropolitan
Chicago
Guardian Level
$10,000-$24,999
Advocate Christ Medical
Center
Andrew Family Foundation &
Junior Board
Avon Foundation
Chicago Community Trust /
Baird & Warner Good Will
Network
Citizens Savings Foundation
Dolores & Donald Burnett
Foundation
Edward A. & Evelyn M. Dik
Family Foundation
Exelon
Frangella, Patrick & Susan
Fred J. Brunner Foundation
IN TECH Insulation
Technology
Jones Lang LaSalle Americas
Little Angel Foundation
Mechanical Equipment
Company, Inc.
Anonymous Family
Foundation
Advocate Level
$5,000-$9,999
Aileen S. Andrew Foundation
Blowitz-Ridgeway Foundation
CCSS Auxiliary
Daniel F. & Ada L. Rice
Foundation
Edmond & Alice Opler
Foundation
George M. Eisenberg
Foundation for Charities
John & Editha Kapoor
Charitable Foundation
Mercedes-Benz of Orland Park
Neary, Michael & Anne
Republic Bank
Sage Foundation
Sheet Metal Werks
The Bohne Foundation
TransCanada ANR Pipeline
Companion Level
$2,500-$4,999
Anders, David L. &
Southworth, Katherine
Bleecher, Carl & Terese
BMO Harris Bank N.A.
Candos Agency
Clair, Sally T.
CSX Transportation
Dust Busters Cleaning
Services, Inc.
JP Morgan Chase Corporate
Office & Headquarters
Maka, John & Martha P.
Anonymous Corporation
Melvin, Rick & Eaton, Carrie
Mora, Thedore & Colleen
Morande, Thomas A. & Julie A
U.S. Bank
WalMart Foundation
Patron Level
$1,000-$2,499
Abbott, Jeffrey & Kathleen
Action Sertoma Club, Inc.
Augustine, Anthony John
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Bayer, Thomas P. & Amelia
Bayston, Brandon E.
Bellman-Melcor, LLC
Bennett, William Joseph
Blue Cross Blue Shield Illinois
Bohlin, Jane M.
Brooks, Steven
Burke, Stacey
Byrne, William &
Lynch, Deborah
Chicago Southwest Suburban
Chi Omega Alumnae Assoc.
Citi Group
Constellation Brands /
Crown Imports
D. Tyler Agency LLC
Dauber, Sean & Heather
Diedrich, Eva
Doody, John T. & Janet
Drouin, Paul
Faith Christian Reformed
Church
First Midwest Bank
Four Seasons Heating & Air
Conditioning
Galmines, Donald
GKN Foundation
Guglielmo, Michael &
O’Neill-Guglielmo, Tina
Henry W. Bull Foundation
Hutchison, Anders, & Hickey
Kirby Educational Foundation
Komorowski, Ed & Dottie
Kulstad, Erik & Christine
Leluga, Robert E. & Karen C.
Lenos, John R.
Leoni, Robert & Patricia A.
Lutheran Church Of The
Good Shepherd
Mahar, William & Elizabeth
Maurice Foundation
McCarty, Thomas D. &
Rebecca L.
McCreary, Drs. Richard &
Barbara J.
Menker, Egon & Cynthia
Metaphrasis Language &
Cultural Solutions
Midwest Applied Solutions
Midwest Machine Serivce, Inc.
Mi-Jack Products
Ms. Molly Foundation
Nolan,Thomas F. & Patricia N.
Northern Trust Corporation
Olsziewski, Jr. Charles J. &
Waller, Kathleen
Olympia Fields Woman’s Club
Rempert, Brian P. & Tania A.
Safety Support Services, Inc.
Sander, Lester & Dorothy
Silver Lake Country Club
Slager, David
Smith, Todd C. & Jennifer L.
Southworth, Elizabeth
Standard Bank & Trust Co.
Stifel Nicolaus
Stoiber, Debra
Suburban Service League
The PrivateBank
Van Groningen Decorating /
Jondec Painting
Weiland, Judith K.
Wood, Edward & Mary Ann
Zion Lutheran Church
Partner Level
$500-$999
1st United Methodist Church
of Oak Lawn
Abel, Barry & Nancy
Allways Communicate, LLC
Bahr, Timothy J. & Caroline
Bank Of America
Beary Landscaping, Inc.
Beele, Christopher &
Castor, Alfred
Bettenhausen Automotive
Bochenski, Angeline
Broadhurst, Richard & Ashlie
Brucker Company
Caine, Wesley A. & Linda
CarMax
Casey, Tom and Maureen
Chirillo, Tom & Susan
Cieslewicz, Ray & Carol
Citizens For Daniel J.
McLaughlin
Clancy, Eileen M.
Clarence Davids & Co.
CNB Bank & Trust
Cole, Ronald & Carol
Crystal Tree Book Club
Dowdy, Steve & Sarah
Dubelbeis, Thomas M. &
Therese M.
Dwyer, Mary A.
Faxel, Rick & Judith
Federal Criminal Investigators
Association
Fernandez, Emilia
Anonymous
Gary, Christopher F. & Jolene
Gwendolyn J. Sterk & The
Family Law Group, P.C.
Hailstorm Brewing Company
Hernandez, Jose & Erika
Hickory Hills Lions Club
Illiana Derby Dames
Jeanes, Donald & Pamela
Joe Rizza Ford Kia
Johnson Pipe & Supply
Johnston, Janice
Kanacki, Jennifer
Karstrand, Tom
Konopinski, Stanley &
Deborah
Kranz, Mary Ellen
Ladies Of Hog - Chi-Town
Harley Davidson
Anonymous
Licudine, Ryan
Loyola / Stritch School of
Medicine
Macyko, Catherine A.
Mahoney, Thomas F. &
Kathleen A.
Manheim Chicago
Marquette Bank
McDonald’s USA, LLC
Midwest Hand Care
Moraine Valley Community
College
Murphy, Kathy
Nelson, Norm & Nancy
Nicor Gas
Niswonger, Dr. Dennis J. &
Maureen B.
Orland Park Bank & Trust
Overbey, Larry H. & Mary
Palos Community Hospital
Pavish, Susan
Plahm Foundation
Politano, Ralph & Barbara
Preto, John C. & Kelli R.
Reuther, Marcea J.
Roberts, Carol
Rotary Club of Tinley Park &
Frankfort
SMS Technical Services
Spiros, Luanne
St. Nicholas Philoptochos
Ladies Society
Swanson, Steven & Lisa
Thompson, Linda
Thornton Township
Thrivent Financial for
Lutherans
US Gas / United States
Cylinder Gas
Donald Anders
Vandervelde, Dave
Anders, Jack & Shruti
Vernon, Debra
Badali, August
Vetger, Rich & Donna
Bahr, Grace
Wally Burns VFW Post 8077
Burns, Marge
Walt’s Food Center
Drogemuller, Carl & Vicki
Ward, Martha
Feigel, Kevin & Nancy
Windy City Representatives
Floyd, Jeffrey & Karin
Wood, Charles F. & Danna M.
Hutichson, Richard & Joan
World Data SystemsKnudsen, Arlene
Ardnas Managment Co.
Kot, Mike & Lynn
Woulfe, John V. & Nancy A.
Kountz, Deb
Zidek, Kevin & Donna
Lechner, Jan
Zima, Ron & Jennifer
Meteisis, Daniel & Pamela
Poerio, Kay
Reali, Janet
Rubin, Richard &
Tribute Gifts
Henson, Linda
Sachs, Roland & Dianne
Honorarium
Schram, Keith & Teri
Dr. Barbara McCreary
Schindeldecker, Kenneth
Kulstad, Erik & Christine
& Ardis
Villalba, Martha L.
Schroeder, Connie
Beth Webster
Simpkin, Helen
Manthey, Ann
St. Peter's United Church
Bryan & Marcia Boettcher
of Christ
Berkshire Hathaway Home
Storm, Derek & Sharon
Services Blount, Realtors
Tencza, Anita
Cecelia McClellan
Vandenberg, Carl
Wright, Tavey
Wegner, Robert & Buss,
David Vargas
Barbara
Bos, Marilyn
Welch, Judy
Denise Borkowski
Donna O'Brien
Wright, Tavey
O'Brien, William
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Elmer J. Bucek
Morgan, Anita
Bucek, Elaine
Glen and Denise Borkowski
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Flores, John & Marilyn
Deval, Barbara
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Manthey, Ann
Roberts, Carol
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Manthey, Ann
Alden, Carol F.
Katie Hinkelmann
Brinnehl, Richard & Joan
Manthey, Ann
Clark, Collin & Kelly
Kim Zaher
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Manthey, Ann
Hennessy, Barbara A.
League of Women Voters
White, Marlena
Wagner, Albert F. &
Katherine N. Weiland
& Arlene M.
Skubic, Rick & Margie
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Mgmt Marketing Services
Kathleen Kelly
Tucker, Sheryl
Danahy, Kathy
Peck Family
Kenneth Krueger
Deiters, Pamela J.
Krueger, LaVerne
Ruth Miller-Bozyk
Bredwell, William & Joella Leroy M.Corradino
Corradino, Augustina
Sally Clair
Mary Ann Mackey
Flanigan, Mickie
Mackey, Raymond
Tom & Becky McCarty
Michelle A. Sitzberger
McCarty, Nancy
Srebro, Diane
Olga Zelus
Memorial
Bonk, Donna
Adeline Skau
Bonk, John & Gina
Skau, Patricia
Harrington, Patrick &
Ann Marie Shinners
Bonita
Nogar, Valerie
McAlinden, Bernard
Anthony J. Nasella Jr.
Vanucci, Marilyn
Greer, Russell S. & Joan
Zelus, Paul & Kathryn
Anthony L. Kurek
Pat Bouchard
Petrie, Kevin & Cynthia
Bouchard-Case, Patricia
Petrie, Pat
Groves, Howard
Arlene Frances Spiros
Phillip Bruno
Spiros, Luanne
Bruno, Helen E.
Arlene Stemerman
Shari, Garrett & Gavin Coleman
Mascola, Carla
Miglio, Joseph & Frances
Augie & Rita Zimmerman
Sue Weidenhoefer
O’Malley, Jack
Welch, Ron & Donna
Barbara P. Buzbee
Terry Abrahamson
Woodall, Donna
Abrahamson, Dave
Bob Petrie
Michalak, Richard S.
We are grateful for the generous support
Claude Bos
of all of our donors and volunteers and
Bos, Marilyn
have made every effort to recognize each
David G. Newhuis
one. Please accept our apologies for any
Newhuis, Rosemary
errors or omissions.
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CCSS Auxiliary
Cheek, Phyllis***
DeMent, Laura
Donofrio, Susan
Doran, Christine***
Elder, Ellie***
Gruca, Barb***
Haley, Pauline***
Hamilton, Kathy
Hasson, Judy
John, Janet
Kaminski, Marie
Nordstrom, Katherine
Politano, Barbara
Riggio, Irene***
Roscich, Diana
Schreiber, Lee
Specht, Carol
Stanciak, Lois***
Staudinger, Lenette***
Westlund, Janis
Woodard, Rae***
Zwolinski, Danielle
Clerical
Aikens, Sherry
Adamson, Mary
Belfry, Mary
Jenkins, Maria
O’Keefe, Ruth***
Olsen, Christine
Riley, Jean***
Romano, Sue
Samaska, Linda
Singer, Christine
Community Ambassadors
Bierdz, Phyllis
Callahan, Lynn
Cerekwicki, Linda
Leodoro, Mary
Loughrey, Janet
Martin, Lorna***
Mietus, Maria
Noffke, Jean
Nunez, Martha
O’Keefe, Katie
Pulido, Valerie
Rasmussen, Anni
Stringer, Sally***
White, Tom***
Hotline
Aikens, Tierra***
Bara, Barbara***
Barnes, Latosha
Biondo, Cindy***
Bobko, Salam***
Borkowski, Denise
Brands, Stephanie
Chelsa, Pat
Chirillo, Susan***
Daniels, Jasmine
Donohue, Meillyn
Dubsky, Jane***
Fahey, Deb
Fefferman, Carole
Floyd, Karen
Harris, Deloris
Jackson, Catherine
Laschober, Pat
Long, Marlene
Lynch, Deb***
McClellan, Cecelia
Moran, Sue***
Mott, Nancy***
Murphy, Karen
Najib, Barb
Posey, Danielle
Romeo, Danny
Ruffner, Mike
Smith, Courtney
Smith, Helen***
Snyder, Carla
Stennis, Lorne
Wennerberg, Kathryn
Winterberg, Wayne
Wojtanowski, Pat
Zylka, Bernie
House Management
Calloway, Marlissa
IT Management
Kotheimer, Mark
Schassburger, Julia
Suita, Kathy
Smith, Jennifer***
Thoss, Nancy
TJ Maxx Employees
Turner, Randy
Tyler, Doranita
Waller, Kathy
Watne, Patty***
Wollner, Christine
Zima, Jennifer
Neat Repeats
Albrecht, Marilyn
Alden, Carol
Gehrling, Diane
George, Lynn
Gervais, Pam
Gilligan, Mildred
Gilloley, Ty
Grant, Susan
Graunke, Rose
Gruodis, Dawn
Gruzlewski, Theodora
Guibord, Susan
Hager, Sharon
Haggerty, Dianna
Harris, Barbara (Bobbi)
Hastings, Marguerite
Heersema, Andrea
Youth from the Orland Park Prayer Center spring cleaning around the shelter.
Special Events & Projects
Abbott, Katie***
Alicea, Enisa
Anders, David***
Angel, Kelly
Beverly, Cindy
Bojarski, Barb
Brown, Bill
Brown, June
Castor, Alfred
Cole, Carol
Darlas, Andrea
Dubelbeis, Therese***
Ficaro, Jeff
Fitzgerald, Janet
Fitzgerald, John
Garcia, Dany
Goesel, Christine
Grad, Deb
Jeanes, Pam***
Kranz, Mary Ellen
Krolczyk, Gail
Ledbetter, Paula
Leoni, Andrew
Leoni, Bob
Leoni, Patricia***
Mahar, Beth***
Mahoney, Kathleen***
Martinez, Vanessa
McCabe, Angela
McCarrin, Linda
McCarty, Tom***
McCreary, Barbara***
McElroy, Colleen
McEneany, Linda
Misch, Sue
Mora, Cassie
Mora, Colleen***
Mora, Ted***
Morande, Tom***
Neary, Anne
Niswonger, Maureen***
O’Keefe, Katie
O’Keefe, Tim
Orland Park Prayer Ctr.
Palos Hospital Staff
Providence Catholic
Cheerleading
Alfultis, Anne
Auld, Susan
Bakes, Mary Ann
Boehm, John
Bohanek, Laura
Bonk, Donna
Buividas, Paula
Boyce, Sue
Boyle, Sheila
Bradley, Josephine
Bratsos, Mary
Brazen, Jo C.
Brown, Athleen
Budiselich, Maureen
Burke, Theresa
Burns, Janette
Byrne, Anita
Cardella, Diane
Carroll, Anne
Centano, Marge
Champagne, Eleanor
Chervinko, Karen
Cizmas, Joan
Connelly, Debra
Connolly, Chris
Croke, Betty
Currie, Nazarene
Czerwinski, Elaine
De la Paz, Lupe
DiCola, Carol
DiFoggio, Jill
Doligale, Rosemary
Doolin, Sandy
Duffy, Patricia
Ellicott, Marilyn
Epley, Sandy
Estrada, Marge
Feehery, Geri
Feil, Lorraine
Fenlon, Anne
Ficker, Pat
Fleury, Janice
Francone, Fran
Fritz, Sharon
Fromme, Jinx
Fuelling, Tom
Garelli, Debra
Gehrke, Doug
Hejna, Debbie
Hennessy, Barbara
Hickstein, Jane
Hoffman, Darbi
Hopkins, Arlene
Houha, Donna
Howaniec, Marge
Jackson, Ruby
James, Barbara
Jaros, Nancy
Jurik, Jan
Kallenbach, Adrienne
Knieps, Jayne
Komorowski, Dottie
Komorowski, Ed
Krefft, Judy
Krueger, Laverne
Kuenzli, Francine
Kulik, Lorrie
Laas, Gloria
Lamanna, Jeanine
LaVine, Rocky
Lehmann, Martha
Lewis, Diane
Lindquist, Ruth
Lockwood, Mary Lee
Lowery, Gloria
Lullo, Linda***
Lyons, Noreen
Malinowski, Betty
Malone, Una
Marlin, Barb
Marshall, Peggy
Mathews, Gerry
McCorry, Natalie
McDonough, Nancy
McGinnis, Mary
McKeown, Patricia
Melevin, Jane
Miazga, Angie
Miklos, Kathy
Mikos, Diana
Miller, Carol
Moloney, Roxene
Mullaney, Pat
Munis, Nancy
Navarro, Gail
Nelson, Marilynn
Nicholson, Susan
Nick, Janice
Niziolek, Shirley
Novak, Romell
Nowak, Carolyn
O’Neill, Rita
O’Sullivan, Mary
Oliver, Charlotte
Paolisso, Delores
Pappas, Vivian
Parizanski, Cindy
Parrilli, Mary
Pellegrini, Dru
Petrie, Pat
Petritis, Chris
Pimentel, Linda
Przespolewski, Lynne
Racine, Pat
Riley, Diane
Rosana, Rita
Rowan, Maureen
Rubenow, Deanna
Ruedel, Diane
Rusco, Joni
Schiek, Lorraine
Schlesinger, Susan
Schoonveld, Lois
Schranz, Susan
Schultz, Peggy
Schumpp, Dotty
Schwenn, Denise
Scialabba, Eileen
Shanahan, Mary
Sian, Sally
Skimel, Marguerite
Smilgys, Ann
Smith, Clare
Sommer, Judy
Staudinger, John
Stephens, Sandy
Styka, Chris
Sullivan, Joan
Sullivan, June
Sutor, Rosemary
Szafranski, Loretta
Teske, Pam
Thorson, Rosalie
Tijan, Colette
Trice, Lucy
Vanderbilt, Mary
Vilkelis, Judy
Walsh, Rita
Walton, Karen
Warner, Pat
Wettergren, Flo
White, Marissa
Widing, Jan
Wiest, Lois
Wilkey, Marjorie
Willms, Marion
Winkoff, Frances
Wisniewski, Bonnie
Witaszczyk, Mariateresa
Wolf, Claudia
Wuertz, Bernadette
Zastro, Donna
Ziupsnys, Zibute
Zlotkowski, Charlotte
***volunteer in more than one area
Tinley Park Master Gardeners Club
tending to CCSS gardens.
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I
Fostering a Legacy of Strength and Success
In 1979, a small group of American Association of University
Women (AAUW) had a vision – a vision to help victims of
domestic violence. Led by Dianne Masters, they began a crisis
hotline in Dianne’s kitchen. They soon realized a phone line
was not enough. They needed a place for women and their
children to be safe from abuse. Their passion and concern led
them to open a shelter for victims of domestic violence.
99%
of exiting
clients feel
safer from
abuse.
Today, the vision and passion continue. That initial hotline and
shelter have become the multi-faceted Crisis Center for South
Suburbia. The legacy of strength and success passed down
from our founders has resulted in over 59,000 people receiving
services over the years.
The impact of their vision can be
seen in the difference reported
by our clients.
96% of
children, after
receiving services,
said they knew two
things that they could
do when they don’t
feel safe.
97%
of exiting
clients feel more
hopeful about
their
future.
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F
Revenue
Government Grants
Neat Repeats Resale Stores
Contributions
Special Events
Other Income
$937,050
$610,714
$422,232
$211,789
$73,873
Total Revenue
$2,255,658
Agency Net Assets
$2,042,660
Safety.
Strength.
Hope.
Expenses
Residential Services
Transitional Housing
Counseling Services
Abuser Services
Community Education
Court Advocacy
Medical Advocacy
Volunteer Programs
Total Program Expenses
$624,603
$139,152
$270,718
$57,507
$174,310
$344,246
$68,944
$23,252
$1,702,732
Administrative
Fundraising
$300,201
$247,991
Total Expenses
$2,250,924
13,623
Nights
6,324
Nights
318
Clients
1,113
Clients
11,025
Par cipants
197 Clients
Residen al
Services
Transi onal Counseling
Housing
Services
Community
Educa on
Abuser
Services
Court
Advocacy
Medical
Advocacy
Volunteer
Program
will ex erience domestic violence in their lifetime
The financial information was derived from the audited finanical
statements as of and for the year ended June 30, 2016. The independent
auditors’ report and audited financials can be found at www.crisisctr.org.
-O’Neill & Gaspardo, LLC
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Board of Directors
OFFICERS
Our Mission:
President
David L. Anders
Hutchison, Anders & Hickey
Vice President
Thomas McCarty
LS3 Consulting, Inc.
Secretary
The Crisis Center for South Suburbia is a non-profit community organization that
provides emergency shelter and other essential services for individuals and families
victimized by domestic violence, and addresses the societal issues that contribute to
domestic violence.
Deborah Lynch
Chicago State University
Treasurer
Call to Action:
Thomas G. Morande
Avison Young
The Crisis Center for South Suburbia (CCSS) continues to work diligently to improve the
lives of those individuals impacted by domestic violence. CCSS aspires to help ensure the
safety and security for all victims of domestic abuse.
DIRECTORS
Kathleen J. Abbott
Exelon
Therese Dubelbeis
Here is how you can be part of the solution:
Village of Orland Park
Christopher F. Gary
Donate
NAI Hiffman
Pamela M. Jeanes
Jeanes Construction Co., Inc.
Keller Williams Realty
Patricia A. Leoni
Children receiving donated
school supplies.
Retired Educator
Elizabeth Mahar
• Give to our annual fund
• Attend an event
• Become a sponsor for an event
• Donate an in-kind product or service from our wish list
• Ask about matching gifts from your employer
Homewood-Flossmoor Park District
Advocate
Kathleen A. Mahoney
The PrivateBank
Colleen H. Mora
Tower Contracting, LLC
Maureen B. Niswonger
Coldwell Banker
Barbara J. Pearson-McCreary, MD
Jennifer Smith
Merlo Kanofsky Gregg & Machalinski Law
Patricia J. Watne
• Volunteer through various opportunities
• Join a committee at CCSS
• Assist in the revitalization of the Speaker’s Bureau
• Represent CCSS as a Community Ambassador
• Speak out against domestic violence in your community
Palos Hospital Staff volunteering at
the Easter Egg Hunt at the shelter.
Educate
• Subscribe to the CCSS e-newsletter
• Follow, Like, and Share our CCSS Facebook, Twitter
& LinkedIn posts
• Learn more through the 40-hour Domestic Violence Training
• Spread the word about our free services for victims of abuse
• Support state and federal legislation that protects victims and
helps them regain independence
Mitchell’s Flowers
HONORARY DIRECTORS
Maggie Crotty
Bremen Township Supervisor
Andrea Darlas
WGN Radio
John T. Doody, Jr.
Retired Circuit Court Judge
The Crisis Center for South Suburbia thanks YOU for making an impact together with us.
Dan McLaughlin, Mayor
Village of Orland Park
David Seaman, Mayor
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Village of Tinley Park
Mary Werner, Mayor
Village of Worth
Edward Zabrocki, Mayor Emeritus
Village of Tinley Park
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