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City of Cairo
All Hands is a specialized group home licensed for five developmentally delayed youth in Aurora, Colorado ages 9-18. These residents are in the process of working towards family reunification, undergoing behavioral modification in efforts to become adopted, needing to learn coping skills in efforts to meet criteria for foster care, or will eventually emancipate from the foster care system. The Shack’s emphasis is to educate and support each youth in learning coping skills, self-care skills, academic skills, vocational, and domestic skills necessary for living both independently and within the community.
The Cornerstone Specialized Group Center
is a specialized group home licensed for five developmentally delayed youth in Aurora, Colorado ages 9-18. These residents are in the process of working towards family reunification, undergoing behavioral modification in efforts to become adopted, needing to learn coping skills in efforts to meet criteria for foster care, or will eventually emancipate from the foster care system. The Shack’s emphasis is to educate and support each youth in learning coping skills, self-care skills, academic skills, vocational, and domestic skills necessary for living both independently and within the community.
Mac’s Construction
Senator Dale Fowler -
As Senator for the 59th Senate District, Dale Fowler is an unwavering advocate for the growth, development and prosperity of the residents, communities and businesses in Southern Illinois. Senator Fowler serves as the Republican Spokesperson for the Commerce and Economic Development Committee, and is a member of the Education, Energy and Public Utilities, Government Accountability and Pensions, Higher Education, Insurance, Licensed Activities and Transportation committees.
Dale has a strong commitment to philanthropy, serving as the founder and chairman of the board of the Fowler-Bonan Foundation, best known for its “Clothes for Kids” of southern Illinois program. In recognition of his efforts, Dale has received the Saline County Chamber of Commerce “Citizen of the Year” award, the Guardian Centers “Hero of the Children” award, the Southern Illinois Business Journal “Leaders Among Us” award, the Volunteer Employee of the Year award at Illinois Youth Center – Harrisburg, and a State of Illinois Governor’s Serve Illinois Award.
Senator Fowler is chairman of the Midland Institute’s Saline County C.E.O. program that focuses on educating local youth on entrepreneurial opportunities and starting their own businesses. He previously served as President of the United Way of Southern Illinois.
Senator Fowler is married, and he and his wife, Jill, have two adult children. He is a Deacon at the First Presbyterian Church of Harrisburg, a member of Harrisburg Masonic Lodge number 325, and a 35-year member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks Lodge 1058 in Harrisburg.
Senator Tammy Duckworth
Senator Dick Durbin
