Mercy Home for Boys and Girls

Mercy Home’s West Loop Campus in Chicago, Illinois, provides a safe, supportive environment for approximately 100 young men and a smaller group of young adult women who are in college, working, or preparing for independent living.

Located on the city’s near West Side, the campus features a learning center, computer lab, and family-style dining hall, along with a gymnasium, fitness center, and outdoor recreational areas. A peaceful garden offers a quiet escape within the urban setting.

Residents live in modern, dormitory-style housing designed to foster key values like respect, responsibility, trust, and caring. Youth are placed into age-appropriate programs tailored to meet their emotional and developmental needs.

Mercy Home emphasizes academic success, life skills, and community involvement. Many residents work at nearby businesses or take part in volunteer projects, gaining real-world experience and confidence for the future.