Mercy History
This is the oldest Chicago property Mercy Housing Lakefront owns.
Harold Washington Apts (built in 1916!)
This stick-shaped spice, often used in teas and pumpkin-flavored foods, can help lower blood sugar.
Cinnamon
For this workout, you might do things like jumping jacks and jogging while in a swimming pool.
Water Aerobics
The year that the Chicago River was reverse-engineered to flow backwards into the Mississippi River.
1900
You can mix this dried food item into a hot bath to help reduce itching from dry skin and eczema.
Oatmeal
The annual summertime "Feel Better Challenge" was created 15 years ago by this former Mercy employee.
Ann Bihrle
Eating this spicy pepper can help reduce pain from stomach ulcers; when put in creams, it can also be used to reduce pain signals from arthritis.
Cayenne Pepper
This fitness program involves high-energy dancing to Latin music for a fast and fun way to burn calories.
Zumba (Fun Fact!: there are also versions of this program specifically for seniors or those who need a less intense workout)
The year that Chicago was officially named a city.
1837
This liquid is often used for fish & chips-- or it can be used as a household cleaner.
Vinegar/White Vinegar
The year that Mercy Housing was founded.
1986
This bulbous plant can be used fresh or powdered in cooking, can reduce cholesterol to help lower risk of heart disease-- and wards off vampires!
Garlic
A high-intensity fitness program that has a constantly changing routine and focuses on real-life body movements like pushing, pulling, and lifting.
Crossfit
This major cheese-processing company started up in Chicago in the early 1900's.
Kraft Foods
Sugar
The President of Mercy Housing- Lakefront region.
Mark Angelini
This herb- which looks a lot like pine needles and has a strong, pleasant smell- can help reduce allergy symptoms and nasal congestion.
Rosemary
This strength-based workout helps you develop better physical balance and core strength, by practicing very controlled movements and mindfulness.
Pilates
A popular Little Debbie snack, created by a Chicagoan during the Great Depression.
Twinkie
Putting a little juice from this citrus fruit around your doors and windows can help keep bugs out of your home.
Lemon
The number of states with Mercy Housing properties.
20 or 21
This bright orange spice can help reduce inflammation in the brain and body, lowering the risk for Alzheimer's Disease and reducing arthritis pain.
Turmeric
This form of ancient Chinese fitness is known as "moving meditation", involving gentle, flowing movements and very focused breathwork.
Tai Chi
A square-shaped chocolatey treat that was invented in Chicago, at the Palmer House.
Brownie
This pantry item can be placed over the eyes to reduce puffiness and under-eye circles. (hint: it's NOT cucumber)
Used tea bags