Renderings of the new Shield of Hope facility. Source: salvationarmy.org Local Mayor Emanuel Joins Salvation Army to Break Ground on Chicago’s First Emergency Intake Center for Homeless Families by Press on July 7, 2017 Press Author More in Local: Park Forest’s Sandra Zoellner Retires After 21 Years of Service June 17, 2026 Save the date for The Prairie Party at theNate June 17, 2026 Governors State Has New Soccer Complex and New Men’s Coach June 17, 2026 The Center will incorporate best practices in homeless services to provide families awaiting long-term shelter with resources and support