About
Safe Families PLUS, in conjunction with the
Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS), provides
caring mentors to youth ages 14 to 21 as they
transition to adulthood. Mentors come alongside the
youth to provide them with support that endures.
Through consistent, one-on-one contact, mentors help
youth explore their self-identity, talents, strengths,
and career interests. These relationships open their
eyes to new experiences.
The Team
SONDREA SINGLETON
For Sondrea, Chicago is and will always be home. The food, the culture, and the people are why she cannot leave.
Sondrea graduated from Northeastern Illinois University with a Bachelors in Sociology. She went on to pursue a Masters degree in Cultural and Educational Policies from Loyola University Chicago. Sondrea’s research focused on racial representation and equitable curriculum policies in Chicago Public Schools.
In her spare time, you can catch her recording a podcast, reading/buying a new book, traveling, and being a foodie around the city with her toy poodle, Levi!
GRACE ANNEN
Grace is originally from the suburbs of Chicago, and since attending school downtown, fell in love with the city.
Grace has a huge passion for ministry and mentorship. She attended Moody Bible Institute and Theological Seminary, where she received her B.A. as well as M.A. in Spiritual Formation and Discipleship. Grace has a heart to help youth discover hope, healing, and opportunities, and believes that mentorship is one of the strongest tools to help them get there. Grace is grateful for the mentors in her life who guided her and helped her to get to where she is today.
In her free time, Grace loves traveling, exploring new places and cultures, hanging out with friends, creating art, and staying fit.
JIMEYAH WARE
Jimeyah was born and raised in the Roseland area of Chicago. She has always loved Chicago for its food, music, people, and overall culture. For Jimeyah, Chicago will always be home.
Jimeyah developed a love for working with youth at an early age when volunteering at Wendell Smith Park District. Since then, Jimeyah received a Bachelors in Sociology from Saint Xavier University, and later received a Master's in Social Work from Dominican University. Jimeyah still remains passionate about working with youth and young adults in helping them gain access to adequate resources, and is grateful to be a part of a program that aids in the process.
In Jimeyah’s spare time, she loves to spend time with her family and friends. She also love going to different museums/exhibits around the city (Chicago has some cool new places!) She love trying new restaurants, and traveling.