Lack of affordable housing, poverty, unemployment, substance abuse and mental illness. These are the top five reasons people are homeless. And here's what we do about it.

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If you believe in our solution to homelessness and want to be part of it, please consider a tax-deductible donation to West Suburban PADS. Read our summer letter to supporters. Click on the secure link below or call 708-338-1724 to make your tax-deductible investment in a brighter future for the people in your community.

Our network of 1,000 volunteers creates Shelter and Support Center environments that nurture the basic well-being of our guests. Our Shelter season runs mid-September to mid-May.