Illinois emergency shelter marks 38 years of service with surprise dedication to founder
The new Nedda and Donald Simon Conference Center at Freedom House will allow for more resources for local victims of domestic violence. Author: Andrea Flores Updated: 6:47 PM CDT May 7, 2021
After 38 years of serving the community, a surprise was in store for Freedom House Founder Nedda Simon. The emergency shelter serving women in crisis unveiled the new conference center next door, named after Nedda and her husband Don for their service to survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. The fact that Don is also honored, that s what really touched my heart, Nedda says.