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Misericordia
N E W S L E T T E R
Heart of Mercy Fall 2010
Welcome to Mercy Glen floor - six single
bedrooms and three
The anticipation has been building through the construction, double bedrooms, dining
painting, decorating and landscaping...and finally... MOVE IN room, kitchen, laundry,
DAY is here! Four new homes, located on the Misericordia living room and den.
Campus, are complete and Each home has a
ready for 48 new residents. spacious, comfortable
The Conrad, Peterman and and completely decked
McNerney Homes will out rec room in the
each accommodate twelve basement and an elevator
men and The Coleman to accommodate those who have mobility challenges.
Home will be home to 12 Everyone living at Mercy Glen will have full access to the
women. network of services
provided on campus
Dedicated to providing a such as day programs,
continuum of care as many work opportunities,
of our residents age, the therapies and, of
homes in Mercy Glen course, social
were designed with the activities! Staff will
challenges they may face be available 24 hours a
in mind. With the goal always being to support maximum day.
independence, all of the main living areas are located on one
John R. Conrad Home John Paul Peterman Home Coleman Foundation Home Walter & Shirley McNerney Home
Schmechtig Lights Up Misericordia Misericordia Online...has it been a while since you
visited? www.misericordia.org has a new look! Thanks to
Social responsibility is a key component in many companies’
our friends at American Eagle, our new website is easier to
business practices. Schmechtig Landscapes, in Mundelein, is
navigate and has loads of helpful information!
a great example of this! Schmechtig is proud to announce
their donation of holiday light decorating for several Check out our new
locations on Misericordia’s campus including the newest and improved
addition, Mercy Glen! In addition to lighting up campus, Twice Blest
Schmechtig Landscapes is also donating a beautifully (thriftshop) pages
decorated Christmas tree for all to enjoy. on the website.
Thanks to President Michael Schmechtig, who was so moved Monthly specials
by a recent tour he took of misericordia’s campus, that he has and promotions
decided he will donate 10% of all proceeds from the galore! Thank you
company’s holiday decorating sales to Misericordia. This to our faithful
offer begins on October 18th - visit 312gardens.com to see website committee
the companies holiday offerings or call Schmechtig at 312- for all of your hard
gardens (427-3367). work!
A message from the Director
Dear Friends,
Recently a person who took a two-hour tour of Misericordia had this to say:
“If you want your faith in Human Nature to be restored, take a tour of
Misericordia.” Why was he so impressed?
Misericordia is truly a “home” founded by believers who hold that children
and adults with special needs not only have a right to life but to one worth
living. Our Misericordia Family knows God’s work will only be
accomplished through their efforts, and they believe they are called to be
involved and make a difference. This Family includes our loving residents,
our dedicated and committed families, our competent and caring staff, and our
many generous and loyal volunteers.
By the end of 2010, Misericordia will be home to 600 children and adults. Yes, we are big but every person
in our care is treated as a unique individual with special needs, aspirations, challenges and gifts. They are
all “precious treasures” and we know how privileged we are to share life with them.
Misericordia is one of the few agencies which provides the “full continuum of care,” from our skilled
nursing home and various other residential areas on campus to seven homes in the neighborhood. Our
numerous programs on campus are comprehensive and life-giving, and we have 60 residents employed
outside in the community! We also have an outreach program for children and adults living in their own
homes and have limited space in our day programs for adults. Our campus is truly beautiful and provides a
secure environment that enhances our residents’ lives.
We are bringing the year 2010 to a close knowing if we are to have a viable future, and we will, we must
become more independent of Government funding. At this point in time we need the Government’s support,
as we have in the past – no matter how delayed the payments are. But the only way we have been able to
provide a wonderful life for every child and adult in our care is through our success in private fundraising.
Thus, we face 2011 with great faith in God and in you, our friends. You have never disappointed us and you
truly are co-ministers of our mission. You are believers and have responded generously to God’s call to
reach out to those in need. We are truly grateful you have found your way to Misericordia. As I’ve said
many times, the very presence of our residents among us teach us for some happenings in life, there are no
answers but there are answering people. You are truly answering people who reflect God’s love for us.
How blessed we are to claim you as our own.
May your Christmas be a blessed one and the New Year filled with God’s good gifts. Thank you for
believing in us and do enjoy the holidays.
Lovingly,
P.S. If you’re interested in a tour, they are scheduled on Tuesday from 10:00 A.M. – 12:00 or Thursday
from 1:00 – 3:00 P.M Please call Mary Doherty at 773/ 273-4177. I know you won’t be disappointed!
30th Annual Family Fest: 2010 Family Fest
A Celebration of Life Raffle Winners
It was a fabulous day of live entertainment, food,
drinks, auctions, raffles, games and PERFECT Early Bird Cash Raffle:
WEATHER (thank you for the prayers, Terry!) $3,000 - Charles & Lorraine
More than 18,000 friends and family came together Norgle;
on Misericordia’s campus to celebrate the 30th $1,000 - Michael Boehm; Ed
Annual Family Festival on Sunday, September 12. Boyle
Backyard Games and Gift It Again made their
debuts at the Fest this year and were a smashing CASH RAFFLE:
success! Backyard Games included Bean Bag Toss, $50,000- Francis Slack;
Bocce Ball and other family favorites. Gift It Again $15,000-George McCabe;
was a high-end “re-gift” boutique featuring new or $10,000- Peter Polansky;
gently used finer things. $ 2,500- Anna Wisneski;
We are so incredibly grateful to our corporate Mae Dompke;
sponsors, food donors, entertainers, carpenters, and $1,500- Corry Cooper;
all the volunteers who gave the gift of their time to Arthur J. Hausman, Jr;
make Fest happen. We are proud to say that Fest $1,000-Local 597 Boys;
2010 raised over $1,275,000. Carolan Family;Joan
Special thanks to Andy Francis and Jerry Gleason of Pearson; Jack Molloy; Bill &
Evergreen KIA for donating a 2010 Kia Soul for the Kathy Ritter; Randy Singer;
car raffle. We are so blessed to call you our friends. Tom Lynch; Kay, Grace &
We thank the following legislators for joining us at Aine Byans; James Coyne;
Family Fest this year: Pictured top to bottom: Michelle Michelsohn;
Daina Lyons and Forrest Claypool enjoy a cookie $500-Maureen Prendergast;
from The Hearts & Flour Bakery with Sister Lucien Zygmunt; Lititia
Rosemary. Governor Quinn and Father Jack Clair
Kozial; Mr. & Mrs. Leonard
enjoy the sunshine. US Representative Jan
Schakowsky and Susan Axelrod join Lois Gates and
Wolniak; Terry Cieslak;
Sister Rosemary for a ride on the infamous golf Lorraine, Al & John
cart. Not pictured: Senator Ira Silverstein and Andrews; Jim Oglesby; Mr.
Representative Mark Kirk. & Mrs. Mark Skowronski
REMEMBERINGAND HONORING CAR RAFFLE:
The Joan M. Corboy Gardens at Misericordia offer Tillman Temple
opportunities for honoring and remembering loved
ones. The Gardens can provide a permanent tribute to We sincerely thank Pauline
the special people in your life and, at the same time, Greco and the entire raffle
help the children and adults with developmental committee for their tireless
disabilities enjoy happy, challenging lives at
Misericordia Home. For more information or to make commitment to Misericordia.
Illinois Senator Bill Brady is pictured
with Brian and Dana Battle and Sister a gift in honor or remembrance, please contact Tiana We are forever grateful!
Rosemary. Benway at 773-273-2732 or tianab@misericordia.com
Bequests & Annuities
To those friends who wish to help assure the continuation and growth of Misericordia by mentioning Misericordia in your will,
the following general form is suggested: “I give, devise, bequeath to Misericordia Home, an Illinois not-for-profit organization
located at 6300 N. Ridge, Chicago Illinois, the sum of $ ___________ (or percentage, or specifically described property).” If
you decide to do so, you are invited to join the Heart of Mercy Society. Contact Kevin Connelly at 773-273-4167 or visit the
planned giving page at misericordia.org. Additionally, gift annuities will give you an opportunity to receive an annual fixed
income for the rest of your life, as well as possible tax deduction in the year the gift is made. Gift annuities require a gift of
$5,000 or more and the donor must be at least 65 years of age.
MISERICORDIA FAMILY FEST
GRAND SPONSORS $2,500 or more
$25,000+ Air Duct Cleaners
Anheuser Busch/City Beverage (3,000)
AT&T
Bigane Paving
City of Chicago Employees
William Blair and Company
Com Ed / An Exelon Company
CT Corp / Matt Halpin
Covaria Chicago Board of Trade Foundation
Susan & Gary Garrabrant Joan & Norman Chapman Foundation (3,000)
The Hartemayer Family Honorable Richard M . Daley
IBM Employees Dominick’s
Laborers’ District Council In Honor of Michael Early
Charitable Foundation F.N.B.C. of LaGrange
In Honor of Sister Rosemary Bridget Flanagan
Fred B. Snite Foundation Alfred Gruen
The Walsh Group ILIASIU (4,000)
Wetoska Packaging $5,000 or more Madden Funds
Ashley Furniture
Augie’s on Wrightwood ($6,000)
The Edmund Boyle Family
Bruno & Tim’s Lounge ($7,500)
Corboy and Demetrio
The Brigid Dee Family
The Philip Doran Family
Flood Brothers
Gonnella Baking Company
Thomas J. Higgins Co.
H P Products / David Shuel
Huen Electric, Inc.
M & O Insulation
Marc Sargis Memorial Golf Outing
$10,000 or more
Mahoney, Crowe & Goldrick, P.C.
In Honor or Jesse Marymont
Alcatel-Lucent In Honor of Jack McDermott, Jr.
AON The McDonald Group
Fred Barbara Investments Timothy J. McDonough, MD
Castleark Management J. M. McGann & Co
Midwest Mechanical
The Hanley Family (12,000)
Dr. Mittleman
The Mortensen Family
The Para Family
The Peterman Family (20,000)
Dr. Mittleman
Rabjohn’s Financial Group The Para Family
Ram Racing / Northshore Half Riordan & Scully Insurance
Marathon (12,000+) Softer Lite Windows
UNO Students (13,506.46) McKinsey & Company Sport Events / David Shuel (4,000)
U S Foods McMahon Food (7,000) Wells Fargo
Misericordia Family Association The Walter Zegers Family
Misericordia SIBS
Misericordia Women’s Auxiliary
James W. Palmer Family
Family of Margaret M. Pittroff
Reyes Brothers Event
Simms, Blakely & Brown (7,500)
Terry Sullivan/Cliffs of Moher Pub
Walgreen Co.
Wilkin Insulation
Zia’s for Misericordia
2010 CORPORATE SPONSORS
Citizens for Richard Devine
Devon Bank
Donation Deals
Donovan Food Brokerage
Ericsson
Gallaher State Farm Insurance
Dr. Dennis Gates
The Geller Family (2,000)
Gibson’s Steakhouse
Jeff Giovannetti & Teri Corcoran LSV Asset Management
The John Gleason Family McKesson Foundation
$1,000 or more Merrill Lynch – Patrick Nimrod
Abbey Resort & Avanti Spa Dr. Joseph Messer
Ancient Order of Hibernians in America The Craig Miller Family
Anonymous In Honor of John & Peg Moriarty
Tom Arundel Mullen Law Offices
Associated Landscape Management In Honor of Andrew Myers
The Babjak Family Nagurski Kiddie Rides
S. J. Bacik Construction Company Nash Brothers Construction
In Honor of Heidi Bauman Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Parsons
and her sister Julie PBX Social Club (2,000)
Dr. Richard T Beaty (2,000) Mark Porter
Marvin Bloom, Attorney at Law
Carl Buddig Meats Gleneagles Country Club (2,000)
Joe & Joanne Grano
Tim & Wendy Grano
Great Lakes Advisors / Tom Kiley
Dr. Steven Hersh
Thomas Hynes & Carol Jones
Infratel (1,750)
J B Pizza
Jamerson & Bauwens
Jeffrey Jasica Print Post
Jennings Chevrolet Priority Printing
Jennings Volkswagen Progressive Communications
Michael & Brandon Kanter Projex Inc. / Jack & Judy Althoff
John Kofler Lorrie R.
Dr. Glenn Cabin Land & Lakes / The Cowhey Family Red Rock Builders
Richard D. Cagney Lipkin & Higgins Riggio’s
Carpenter’s Local 58 David & Julie Russo
Carpenter’s Local 80 St. Francis Hospital
Carpenter’s Local 181 Samathas Foods
Chicago Beverage Company The Semla Family
Chicago Show / The Snediker Family Shoreline Sightseeing
Chicago Zoological Society Mary and Terry Smith
Children’s Care & Development Center SONOMA
Dr. Sydney Choslovsky Standard Provisions
CIENA D. Phyllis Stefan
Classic Party Rental Sunrise Electric Supply
Marlo and Mike Cohen Sylvester Construction Services
Michael T. Collins In Honor of Wayne Taveggia
Columbus Food The Viswanathan Family
The Robin Cox Family Watra Church Goods
Cozzini Inc. Westell
In Memory
The practice of asking for donations to a favorite
charity in lieu of flowers to commemorate the
death of a loved one is very thoughtful. In the
past few months, such requests have resulted in
donations that benefit Misericordia. We thank
those benefactors and their families, and
respectfully ask that you remember them in your THE BELLISSIMA OPERA, made up of Christine Steyer,
thoughts and prayers. soprano, Franco Martorana, tenor and Paul Geiger, bass-baritone,
made a visit to Misericordia for a special performance on
Margaret “Doll/Nana” Baran; Herbert Berman “The September 28. Special thanks to Ann Marie and Giuseppe Quercia
Chief”; Helen T. Bross; Eugene “Jim” J. Carney; Mary of Freddy’s Pizza and parent Patty Ramirez for bringing this
Colette “Lolly” Considine; Cassie Daley; Lena Parrulli wonderful trio to Misericordia! Pictured above: Franco, Paul and
DiMonte; Marita Grady Dolan; Patrick J. Doyle; Rev. Christine of Bellissima Opera are pictured with excited concert goers.
Joseph “Bud” Edward Duggan; Anna E. Ebner; Thomas
E. English; William R.”Bill” Fahey; Eileen E. Gerber;
Sandra E. Haffey; Mary O’Malley Hall; Mary Kathleen
Hickman; Nona P. Hoag; Norman G. Holmstrom; Angela
A. Ignasiak; James E. Johann ; Rose M. Klenn; Christine
“Sis” Lavelle; Adam Lehman; Eleanor Luciew; George J.
Matthews; James R. McDonald; William D. McDonald,
Jr.; Robert S. McLean; Martin V. Munster; Evelyn M.
Palmer; John Conrad Plimpton; Jennie A. Potocky; Marie
Antonia Quinlan; Edward T. Rickert; John F. Riley; Lois
Rochford; Joseph Edward Rossi; Adeline D. Sargant;
Mary Ann Teretta; Rita P. Tiberi; Lorraine Wallace;
Patricia M. “Tricia” Walsh; Mary Bridget Whitty; David
Zbaraz, M.D. GO CHICAGO BEARS!
Oh yes! That is real! That is Edmund, Joe and Bernadette Boyle
with Coach Lovie Smith at Soldier Field. Joe was tapped to act as
honorary captain for the coin toss at the September 12 game
against the Detroit Lions by none other than Lovie Smith himself!
A giant THANK YOU to Lovie for donating tickets for
Misericordia residents to attend Bears games at Soldier Field
throughout the season and making the dreams of so many of our
residents come true!
Thank you to
RAM Racing
for naming
HEARTRACERS SET THE PACE! Misericordia as the
beneficiary of the
Thank you to the 43 runners who made up the Misericordia
Heartracers Team. Each runner set a goal of raising $1,000 annual Northshore
for Misericordia AND completing the 26.2 grueling miles Half-Marathon and
that make up the Chicago Marathon. We are happy to donating over $12,000!
report that all runners lived to tell about it! As you know,
this marathon doesn’t end at the finish line...Runners are
still accepting donations on the website in case you missed The Internal Revenue Service requires receipts for
your chance to throw some support their way! Support donations of $250 or more. Receipts for individual
your favorite Heartracer at misericordia.org. Special thanks donations under that amount can be requested or we would
to Margaret Feller for donating the Heartracer t-shirts for all be happy to send a summary of all donations at the end of
of our runners, Tom Zipprich, Jenny Frain and Therese the year. Please contact Tessa at
Loftus for coordinating the Heartracers. Job well done! 773-273-2768 or tessag@misericordia.
THE HEART OF MERCY BALL
is rolling around soon!
Hosted by the Misericordia
Women’s Board, under
the leadership
of event
chairperson
Bennetta Kelly and Women’s Board
President Michelle Laughlin,
this black-tie-optional event features
spectacular auction items, a lovely sit-down
dinner, an enthusiastic performance by the
Misericordia Heartbreakers and dancing to the live music of the Ken
Arlen Orchestra.
The Women’s Board has chosen to honor John W. and Jeanne M. Rowe
with the Heart of Mercy Award and Alderman Edward M. and Justice
Anne M. Burke with the Sister Rosemary Connelly Medallion.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of the Heart of Mercy Ball on Friday,
November 12 at the Four Seasons Hotel. For more information or to
make a reservation, please call Bennetta at 773-580-9808.
COMBINED FEDERAL CAMPAIGN
Calling all employees of federal agencies! Please remember that
Misericordia is eligible for your 2010 campaign contribution.
Thanks to all who designated us in 2009, $16,000 was pledged to Grab your team and join us for an evening you
support our children and adults. Our CFC Code: 43851. won’t want to miss! On March 19, the
Misericordia Women’s League will be hosting their
GET THE NEWSLETTER VIA EMAIL 15th annual fundraiser, Misericordia March
Switching to the electronic version of this newsletter will save Madness, at the Chicago Marriott Southwest in
Misericordia postage and help the environment! Please email your Burr Ridge. More than 500 friends and supporters
request to newsletter@misericordia.com. To stop receiving the of Misericordia will enjoy an evening including a
paper newsletter, you must include your name, address, and zip code or, lovely dinner, DJ music, live and silent auctions
if available, the 5 or 6 digit ID number located to the right of your and exciting games. Guests will be able to watch
address on this newsletter. their favorite college teams on big screen TVs
throughout the entire night in a casual, fun setting.
HARVESTING HOPE If you need additional information, contact
Elizabeth Pyle at epyle2000@yahoo.com
More than 300 staff, residents, parents and
friends came to Misericordia’s Campus for
the 6th annual Harvest of Hope Walk held
on Sunday, October 17.
SAVE THE DATE!
We who live and work at Misericordia are HEART OF MERCY BALL
blessed to have such tremendous support Friday, Nov 12, 2010 - 773-273-4177
from our community and beyond. The
Harvest of Hope Charity Walk was HOLIDAY BRUNCHES
developed as a way for the residents and Sundays, Dec 5 & 12, 2010 - 773-273-4189
their loved ones to recognize this
gift and give back to others in
FIRST LOOK FOR CHARITY
need in their own way. Thursday, Feb 10, 2011 - 773-273-4175
The proceeds will go to “A New WOMEN’S AUXILIARY SPRING BENEFIT
Day Cambodia,” a charity that Friday, March 4, 2011 - 773-273-4160
helps feed, clothe and educate
impoverished children of WOMEN’S LEAGUE MARCH MADNESS
Cambodia. Saturday, Mar 19, 2011 - 773-273-4175
C H R I S T M A S C H E E R IS H E R E !
COFFEE FROM THE HEART
Brand new this year! What could be better
than a warm cup of freshly ground coffee?
Freshly ground and packaged at
Misericordia, that is. Visit us online to
place your order! You can also pick up
HOLIDAY CARDS MADE AT MISERICORDIA a sampler pack, 12 oz bag or a full pound
Residents who participate in our Art Studio Work at the Greenhouse Inn Restaurant. The
Opportunity Programs create beautiful paintings used for our Restaurant is open Tuesday - Friday from 11:00 a.m. until
cards. Our cards are 5”x7” and come in packs of 10 2:30 p.m. and Sunday from 9:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m.
(envelopes are included). Imprinting is available and orders
can be shipped anywhere in the U.S. To see our full selection HOLIDAY BRUNCHES
and place your order visit us online! For more info, please Toast the holidays with family and
call 773-273-2763 or email tinas@misericordia.com. friends at Misericordia’s
Champagne Brunches, to be held
HEARTS & FLOUR on Sunday, December 5 & 12 in
BAKERY GIFT BOXES the Jean Marie Ryan Center at
You are only a click away from Misericordia! $55 for adults,
sending a gift box full of goodies $12.95 for children 6-12 yrs. Call 773-273-4189 or email
made by the bakers in the Hearts & nancy.turry@misericordia.com to make your reservation.
Flour Bakery. We hope you will Limited seating still available!
choose our Bakery as your gift giving
option all year long! For more info, SANTA IS STILL A SECRET
please call 773-273-4759 or email Be a Secret Santa for a child or adult at
bakery@misericordia.com. Misericordia. Contact Theresa Rooney
for our wishlist at 773-273-4161 or
AMARYLLIS KITS theresar@misericordia.com.
Our gardeners nurture and love the plants
and flowers that grow in our Greco Gardens LEND A HOLIDAY HAND
and Greenhouse. For the holiday season, The spirit of the season is evident,
they team up with the artists in our Studio as Misericordia is buzzing with
Arts programs to create Amaryllis Kits. The our caring volunteers. To
kits include one Amaryllis bulb, soil pellets, volunteer, contact Theresa Rooney
hand-painted pot and care instructions. Add at 773-273-4161 or
a little water and love and beautiful flowers theresar@misericordia.com.
are yours to enjoy! Our gardeners will gladly package and
ship our Amaryllis Kits from our home to yours.
SHOPPING GUILT-FREE
THE PERFECT PRESENT Our Heartstrings gift shops offer
Fretting over what to buy for those hard-to-please friends and something for everyone. We’re
family members? Make a donation to Misericordia and a open Tuesday-Friday and Sunday
beautiful card, created by residents of Misericordia, will be between 9:30 a.m. and 3:30
sent to the recipients to let them know you made a gift in p.m.Christmas Shop opens
their honor. Visit us online at misericordia.org or call Tessa Tuesday, November 9.
at 773-273-2768.
Misericordia is a residential facility serving children and adults with developmental and physical disabilities from diverse ethnic,
religious, racial, and socio-economic backgrounds. A not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization, Misericordia is operated by the Sisters of
Mercy under the auspices of the Catholic Archdiocese of Chicago. Misericordia is located at 6300 N. Ridge, Chicago, IL 60660, 773-
973-6300. You can find Misericordia on the Internet at misericordia.org or misericordia.com. The Misericordia Newsletter is published
quarterly and is written and designed by Susan Whitwell. Please send any comments about the newsletter to Sue at
sue@misericordia.com or to 6300 N. Ridge Ave., Chicago, IL 60660. If you would like to add, remove or change your contact
information on the newsletter mailing list, please contact Tessa Garcia at 773-273-2768 or tessag@misericordia.com.
MISERICORDIA u 6300 North Ridge Avenue, Chicago, IL 60660 u 773-973-6300 u misericordia.org
