Well of Mercy offers safe home for women and their children
Well of Mercy is a Chicago-based nonprofit, long-term residential shelter located in West Rogers Park that provides housing, support, and resources to single mothers and their children. Founded in 2010 by Mary Zeien, it helps families fleeing poverty or domestic violence achieve independence through a supportive, communal living environment for up to five years. (Karen Callaway/Chicago Catholic)
Sadie Hendry, a student at Queen of All Saints School, volunteers watching toddlers at the Well of Mercy, 6339 N Fairfield Ave., in Chicago, on May 13, 2026. Well of Mercy is a Chicago-based nonprofit, long-term residential shelter located in West Rogers Park that provides housing, support, and resources to single mothers and their children. Founded in 2010 by Mary Zeien, it helps families fleeing poverty or domestic violence achieve independence through a supportive, communal living environment for up to five years. (Karen Callaway/Chicago Catholic)
Libby Stanton, a student at Queen of All Saints School, volunteers watching toddlers at the Well of Mercy, 6339 N Fairfield Ave., in Chicago, on May 13, 2026. (Karen Callaway/Chicago Catholic)
Angel, a mother living at the center, prepares dinner for mothers and their children on May 13. (Karen Callaway/Chicago Catholic)
Mary Zeien, founder and director of Well of Mercy, works with residents in this 2012 file photo. (Karen Callaway/Catholic New World)
