Dennis

"ReVive team members are great, they are so invested in the people they help”

When Dennis first came to Revive at the suggestion of a fellow homeless CTA rider, he was exhausted, tired of drugs and looking to find work and housing. The last four years had been rough on Dennis after losing his wife of 18 years. He spent two of those years living on the streets and the other two years in Illinois Department of Corrections custody. 

At first, Dennis didn’t have much hope that ReVive could help him. He expected just another place where staff treat homeless people like a problem, not a human being. So Dennis was surprised when the ReVive team treated him with dignity and respect, and gave him the freedom to hang out and build relationships with team members on his own terms.

The ReVive team carefully listened to his needs, and helped him apply for affordable housing. When an accelerated moving event became available, a ReVive team member accompanied him to the interview. He obtained an apartment 10 days later. “ReVive team members are great, they are so invested in the people they help” remarked Dennis.

With a place to live and employment, Dennis enjoys biking and cooking in his new apartment. He has also gained the confidence to manage his addiction and is focusing on reuniting with his two children. 

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