Tag Archives: Diane Nilan

Daybreak Video

The video below shows a few who have come to the Daybreak homeless shelter in Joliet, Illinois, to cook, serve, and be with the shelter’s residents.  For over 15 years I have coordinated volunteers—mainly from Friendship United Methodist Church—who come on the third Friday … Continue reading

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Daybreak Shelter Service Schedule

Join me and other volunteers—mainly from Friendship United Methodist Church—as we prepare food, serve it, and speak with shelter residents at Daybreak on the third Friday and Saturday of each month in Joliet, Illinois.  I’ve coordinated this program for many … Continue reading

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Radio Documentary: Diane Nilan – Homeless on the Road

A couple of years ago NPR’s The Story did this documentary on Diane Nilan, the distinguished advocate for homeless people, and founder of Hear Us, her national organization giving voice and visibility to homeless children and youth. Called “Homeless on … Continue reading

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