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- EIN 36-2170860
- 168 N Ottawa St Joliet IL 60432-4142 USA
- http://www.guardianangelhome.org
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Causes: Domestic Violence, Family Violence Shelters, Homeless & Housing, Human Services, Residential Care & Adult Day Programs
Mission: Guardian Angel Home was established in 1897 by the Congregation of the Third Order of Saint Francis of Mary Immaculate of Joliet (the Sisters of St. Francis). It came into existence as a facility to care for dependent and neglected children. The present structure was built in 1928 in response to a growing need that exceeded the capacities of two earlier locations in the community. Over the years the Home has given shelter, education, security and loving guidance to hundreds of children--many of whom have gone on in life to become productive and responsible members of our society. The modern era of Guardian Angel Home began in 1971 when services, staff and administration were revised to address the increasing complex problems of children and families. In 1973 the Home became a licensed child welfare agency, recognized for its purpose and its capacity to provide a full range of services to benefit children and families. Guardian Angel Home has, from its beginnings, operated as a not-for-profit enterprise. Professionally-designed and operated programs now offer services to meet the ever changing needs of our community.