Evergreen Tower

Established in 1985, Equip for Equality is a private, nonprofit organization that was founded to implement the protection and advocacy system in Illinois. It provides a range of advocacy services that empower individuals. The organization works in partnerships with various community groups and public and private agencies to organize educational seminars for people with disabilities. Equip for Equality offers information on various ways to seek individual assistance with disability-related rights issues and legislation and public policies. It supports a public policy program that pursues research and advocacy through involvement in legislative and executive policy making processes. The organization also maintains an abuse investigation unit that investigates and monitors various facilities and programs, as well as issues alerts and recommendations to prevent future tragedies.

Established in 1953, Cathedral Shelter of Chicago offers various addiction treatment programs and support services. It operates the Higgins House, a residential treatment facility for men in recovery, and Cressey House, a supportive housing program for individuals and single parents in recovery. The more than 25 apartment facility allows homeless women and men to live with their children while continuing addiction treatment. Not only do these men and women remain in recovery, they are supported by literacy, life skills and employment programs that enable them to take the next step toward independence. Located under one roof, the agency's counseling, educational, job preparation and emergency services departments provide emotional and spiritual support to help people move beyond poverty and addiction. The agency is located in Chicago.