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The coronavirus pandemic and lockdown have unintended consequences. And that includes changes in the safety and support networks of many victims of…
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CommunityPeople who showed up at a Quad Cities homeless shelter Wednesday night got a hot meal, thanks to a local man, a local restaurant, and generous local…
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The coronavirus pandemic has changed the way a local agency serves people who need food and housing. Steve Gottcent, from Christian Care, says for a few…
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CommunityA shelter for homeless men in the Quad Cities has expanded. This week, Christian Care in Rock Island completed the addition of 6 beds, to the 36 it…
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CommunityA homeless shelter and meal site in Rock Island is asking for more than donations of coats, hats, and mittens. Christian Care has started a new program…
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CommunityThe US economy may be booming, but it's not booming for everyone. One indicator is the meal site in downtown Rock Island run by Christian Care, where…
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CommunityWith dangerously cold conditions predicted through the weekend, Rock Island Township has opened a warming center. The Rock Island Township Town Hall is…
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CommunityJust two days after a call went out for donations to keep the heat on at a local homeless shelter, several local companies joined forces to help. On…
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A Rock Island homeless shelter needs help to pay for a new furnace. On Thursday, Christian Care began asking for donations to replace a rooftop heating…
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A local homeless shelter is celebrating a major milestone this weekend. Christian Care in Rock Island will commemorate 100 years of service to the…