The congregation of the Little Sisters of the Poor was established in 1839 by Jeanne Jugan and now serves elderly poor in 32 countries throughout the world. Its mission includes adhering to all teachings of the Roman Catholic Church; rejecting all practices of euthanasia and assisted suicide; and responding to the needs of elderly of all races and religions.
According to the Little Sisters of the Poor’s Mission Statement on its website, “As Little Sisters of the Poor, we care for the elderly poor in the spirit of humble service we have received from Saint Jeanne Jugan. We welcome the elderly as we would Jesus Christ himself and serve them with love and respect until God calls them home.”
Contact: Little Sisters of the Poor-Chicago, 2325 North Lakewood Avenue, Chicago, IL 60614-317; (773) 935-9600, ext. 303; littlesistersofthepoorChicago.org
