In this episode, we sit down with Cammi Allton, Resident Services Coordinator for Mercy Housing’s Southside Chicago properties, to explore how permanent supportive housing transforms lives. With over a decade in humanitarian work and a passion for accessible resources, Cammi shares Mercy Housing’s mission, the history behind the organization, and who they serve.

We discuss the challenges residents face, the importance of nutrition education, and the ripple effect of community-centered programming. From inspiring success stories to future goals, Cammi offers an inside look at what it takes to foster healthy, supported communities and why this work matters now more than ever.

🎧 Guest Cameron "Cammi" Allton | Resident Services Coordinator II | Mercy Housing

🔗 Mentioned Resources 🌐 Mercy Housing – www.mercyhousing.org

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📘 Facebook:  @MercyHousing  - www.facebook.com/mercyhousing

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📣 Presented by CPHP (Chicago Partnership for Health Promotion)

🌐 CPHP Website - https://cphp.uic.edu/

🥗 Eat. Move. Save. Meal Kit - https://go.uic.edu/mealkits

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📺 YouTube: UIC OCEAN-HP / @uicocean-hp1379

!! NOTICE !!

Due to recent cuts to SNAP-Ed through the BBB Bill, Chicago Partnership for Health Promotions (CPHP) and many programs like it across the country have been defunded. This podcast will no longer be active after 2025, and many of our public health colleagues will lose their roles, and services will end for thousands of families. We invite you to reach out to our guests directly for any resources, services, or information they offer.

If you value work like this, please contact your state senators. To support this specific program, reach out to OCEAN-HP. Your voice matters!

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