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WordsIntoReality
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We provide support and advocacy for Chicago's unhoused community.

We host a journaling program at the ReVive Center for Housing and Healing.

We also run The Dignity Store, a crowd-gifting wishlist offering essential items directly to those in need.
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LGBTQ+ individuals face unique challenges in homelessness, including rejection, violence, and discrimination.

Together, we fight for change.

Read the full article FREE: docs.google.com/document/d/1...

#LGBTQHomelessness #EqualityForAll #Homeless
#Unhoused #Queer #LGBT #Gay #Trans #LoveIsLove
“We all want to live in a nation where every person in our communities can thrive.

But we will never realize this vision until we end homelessness in this country,” - Ann Oliva,

- CEO of the National Alliance to End Homelessness.

#homeless #HousingFirst #Oliva
January 22, 2025 at 8:25 AM
How could anyone be proud to introduce this inhumane legislation?

SOP for GOP

#homeless #Oklahoma #HousingFirst #HomelessAreHuman

Draconian (adjective):

Extremely harsh and severe, typically referring to laws, rules, or punishments.

SB 484 is a cruel assault on empathy, BANNING aid to the HOMELESS in 75 OK counties.

Sen Lisa Standridge’s bill abandons vulnerable Oklahomans.

Heartless policy in a housing crisis.
#SB484
January 16, 2025 at 11:03 AM

Exciting news! 🎉

Words Into Reality has officially applied for our first funding grant of $25k!

This will fund our program and support our advocacy journaling group for 6 months.

We’re thrilled about this step forward and will know if we’re selected by the end of January.

Stay tuned! 📖✨
December 31, 2024 at 7:55 AM
We are so excited we just held our first official board meeting tonight and it went extremely well.

We are applying for our first grant on Dec 27 and will know if we are approved by mid-January.

We are starting our first Advocacy and Journaling group the first week of February.

#Homeless
December 20, 2024 at 10:53 PM
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Folks, this one is PERSONAL to me. Elon Musk said that "Homeless" is a lie.

Since I was actually once homeless myself, I know it's not a lie.

This Substack article is totally FREE. Please read, share, and subscribe. 🙏💪
brooklyndaddefiant.substack.com/p/homeless-i...
'Homeless' is NOT a Lie
Take it from a guy who has been there and back
brooklyndaddefiant.substack.com
December 19, 2024 at 2:39 PM
"Words Into Reality" can be seen as a UNION for those with lived experience.

At its core, we focus on three core goals:

1. Strengthen bonds within the group.
2. Teaching conflict-resolution skills.
3. Facilitate developing and execution of group advocacy projects.

#Homeless #LivedExperience
December 9, 2024 at 4:58 PM
Tiffany is so excited to announce her new crochet group!!

Open to those with lived experience of homelessness and those who would like to teach crochet.

Join our crochet group at the ReVive Center for Housing and Healing! DM us.

Share with anyone in Chicago who loves crochet!

#Crochet #Class
December 9, 2024 at 10:59 AM
We know the ethical concerns of using Amazon for our wishlist, but many critical items aren't available or affordable elsewhere.

We're exploring alternatives for more ethical sourcing.

What platforms do you recommend?

We'd love your input!

#EthicalShopping #Homelessness #CommunitySupport
December 8, 2024 at 8:02 AM
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#Chicago is closing its biggest #tent city after coming up short on promised apartments. The people left out include Porfirio and Melissa, a couple recovering from #addiction. To survive winter, they say they’ll rely on each other. #homeless #opioids www.wbez.org/housing/2024...
Chicago is closing its biggest tent city but comes up short on promised apartments
The tent dwellers left out include Porfirio and Melissa, a couple recovering from addiction. To survive winter, they’re relying on each other.
www.wbez.org
December 4, 2024 at 1:48 PM
Reposted by WordsIntoReality
Chicago officials on Friday carried out a months-old plan to clear away the city’s biggest homeless encampment after moving some residents into apartments and offering most of the others shelter beds.

chicago.suntimes.com/2024/12/06/c...
Chicago closes its largest tent city and moves most residents into apartments and shelters
Officials say they’ve placed 39 households into apartments and are working to place 24 others. Others sleeping in Humboldt Park were offered shelter beds.
chicago.suntimes.com
December 6, 2024 at 8:38 PM
Turn Words Into Reality by Supporting Words Into Reality!

Empower unhoused individuals to lead systemic change through advocacy and direct action.

Your donation funds journals, critical supplies, advocacy articles, and of course snacks and bus cards.

Click here to Donate!
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Journal for the Unhoused
By Words Into Reality
givebutter.com
December 7, 2024 at 11:05 AM
Utensil Set (6 Pack)
$16.99 ($2.83 set)
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4.5 out of 5 stars 2,197 ratings

Tax deductible and delivered directly to Chicago's homeless

To support, send as gift to:

ReVive Center for Housing and Healing
c/o Tiffany (Outreach Peer Navigator)
1668 W Ogden Ave, Chicago, IL 60612
December 5, 2024 at 6:09 PM
Beanie Hats (250 Pack)
$219.99 ($0.88 ea)
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Tax deductible and delivered directly to Chicago's homeless

To support, send as gift to:

ReVive Center for Housing and Healing
c/o Tiffany (Outreach Peer Navigator)
1668 W Ogden Ave, Chicago, IL 60612
December 5, 2024 at 5:54 PM
Housing First provides stable homes as a first step, transforming lives and saving costs.

Let’s approach homelessness with proven, compassionate solutions.

Read full article FREE:
docs.google.com/document/d/1...

#HousingFirst #EndHomelessness #Solutions #Homeless #Unhoused #LivedExperience
December 5, 2024 at 5:49 PM
Gloves (knit) (12-pair)
$18.99 ($1.58 pair)
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Tax deductible and delivered directly to Chicago's homeless

To support, send as gift to:

ReVive Center for Housing and Healing
c/o Tiffany (Outreach Peer Navigator)
1668 W Ogden Ave, Chicago, IL 60612
December 3, 2024 at 1:47 PM
Men's Socks (6-pack)
$8.97 ($1.47 pair)
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4.5 out of 5 stars 2,732 ratings

Tax deductible and delivered directly to Chicago's homeless

To support, send as a gift to:

ReVive Center for Housing and Healing
c/o Tiffany (Outreach Peer Navigator)
1668 W Ogden Ave, Chicago, IL 60612
December 3, 2024 at 1:42 PM
Mentorship transforms homeless lives by building trust, teaching vital skills, and inspiring hope.

Empowerment, not charity, drives change.

Together, we can bridge survival to stability.

Read full article FREE:
docs.google.com/document/d/1...

#MentorshipMatters #EndHomelessness #EmpowerChange
December 2, 2024 at 11:16 PM
At Words Into Reality we:

Write daily to educate and engage,

Run a crowd-gifting program to deliver goods to those on the street.

Host a homeless journaling and advocacy program.

Join us to make a difference!

bsky.app/profile/word...

#Homeless #Chicago #CrowdGifting #Action #Advocacy
December 2, 2024 at 7:36 PM
Bandage Wrap (48 Pcs)
$35.99 ($0.75 ea)
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5.0 out of 5 stars 7 ratings

Tax deductible and delivered directly to Chicago's homeless

To support, send as gift to:

ReVive Center for Housing and Healing
c/o Tiffany (Outreach Peer Navigator)
1668 W Ogden Ave, Chicago, IL 60612
November 30, 2024 at 6:04 PM
Toothache Gel (Box of 144)
$16.70 ($0.12 ea)
4.4 out of 5 stars 215 ratings
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Tax deductible and delivered directly to Chicago's homeless

To support, send as gift to:

ReVive Center for Housing and Healing
c/o Tiffany (Outreach Peer Navigator)
1668 W Ogden Ave, Chicago, IL 60612
November 30, 2024 at 4:23 PM
The mental health crisis among the homeless is overlooked.

It requires integrated care, housing-first programs, and de-stigmatization.

Break the cycle.

Read the full article FREE: docs.google.com/document/d/1...

#Homelessness #MentalHealth #HousingFirst #Homeless #ChicagoHomeless #HousingFirst
November 30, 2024 at 10:51 AM
Flashlights (60 Pack) with Batteries
$64.99 ($1.08 ea)
4.5 out of 5 stars 20
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Tax deductible and delivered directly to Chicago's homeless

To support, send as gift to:

ReVive Center for Housing and Healing
c/o Tiffany (Outreach Peer Navigator)
1668 W Ogden Ave, Chicago, IL 60612
November 30, 2024 at 10:29 AM
Belts (8 Pack) Canvas
$20.99 ($2.62 ea)
4.5 out of 5 stars 1,927 ratings

amzn.to/409WsRA

Tax deductible and delivered directly to Chicago's homeless

To support, send as gift to:

ReVive Center for Housing and Healing
c/o Tiffany (Outreach Peer Navigator)
1668 W Ogden Ave, Chicago, IL 60612
November 30, 2024 at 9:00 AM
Homelessness isn't just a lack of shelter; it's a constant fear for safety.

We must create spaces that protect and dignify, where safety is a right, not a luxury.

Read the full article FREE: "No Place to Feel Safe"

docs.google.com/document/d/1...

#Homeless #SafeSpace #EndStigma #Unhoused #safe
November 30, 2024 at 7:10 AM
9-5 is NOT Humane. Warming Shelters need to be available during all deadly cold temperatures; at all times.

The homeless are human; let's start treating them accordingly.
This photo of a man sitting outside 10 S Kedzie after dark in the cold perfectly captures the city’s response to cold weather.

9am-5pm/closed on holidays coverage is pathetic.
Chicago warming centers open amid cold snap:
chicago.suntimes.com/weather/2024...
Locations:
-10 S. Kedzie Ave.
-1140 W. 79th St
-4314 S. Cottage Grove
-845 W. Wilson Ave.
-8650 S. Commercial Ave.
-4312 W. North Ave.
November 29, 2024 at 5:37 PM