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Recession spawns new aid recipients in Thornton Township
Social worker Pat Szymanski describes midlife men aged 50 to 88 losing jobs and facing foreclosure as they compete with younger workers for scarce positions. Families saving last resources turn to township aid, with many facing debt, utilities shutoffs, and the stigma of needing assistance.
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Thornton Township
Pat ‘Szymanski
Ms. Szymanski
Pepe
Gloria Lay
Margaret Seltzner