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Gardens at Misericordia enrich residents’ lives

The gardens outside the residential homes on Misericordia’s North Side campus are more than just pretty spaces. They are places where residents can grow their own fruits and vegetables, can explore nature through their senses, can do yoga or therapy and more.

Thousands turn out for Misericordia’s annual Family Fest

Over 10,000 people turned out for Misericordia Heart of Mercy’s annual Family Fest on Sept. 10 on its campus at 6300 N. Ridge Ave. The event is the agency’s biggest fundraiser and organizers expected to bring in $1 million.

Misericordia’s Sr. Rosemary Connelly to receive ND’s Laetare Medal

Mercy Sister Rosemary Connelly, the former longtime executive director of Misericordia Home and a well-known member of the Chicago community, will receive national recognition for her work with people with developmental disabilities when she receives the University of Notre Dame’s highest honor, the Laetare Medal, during the university’s commencement ceremony on May 19.

Misericordia opens new drive-thru bakery and cafe

For many years, Mercy Sister Rosemary Connelly, former longtime head of Misericordia Home, wanted a drive-thru bakery where her residents could work and interact with the community.

Sister Rosemary Connelly moving to new role at Misericordia Home

After 52 years of at the helm of Misericordia Home, Mercy Sister Rosemary Connelly, 90, is taking on a new role. Father Jack Clair, who has ministered at the home for over 20 years, has been named the new president and executive director.

Misericordia announces plans for new drive-thru bakery near main campus location

Commuters and neighborhood residents will be able to get their fill of Misericordia’s sweet treats with the planned construction of a bakery shop and café at 6130 N. Ravenswood Ave.

Celebrating 50 years of Misericordia and Sister Rosemary Connelly

When Mercy Sister Rosemary Connelly walked into Misericordia Home in August of 1969, it was a facility for children up to age 6 with developmental disabilities on the South Side of Chicago.

New license will allow Misericordia to continue care

A national trend to move people with developmental disabilities out into the community and away f...

Not much ‘ouch’ at Misericordia on-site dental clinic

Imagine going to see a dentist without a lengthy stop in the waiting room, or even having to pass...

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