Engaging in acts of social justice, or tikkun olam, is an important part of Reconstructionist Judaism.  It is also a core value of the Chico Havurah.  We are proud co-sponsors, with the Congregational Church of Chico, of the Shalom Free Clinic, a walk-in clinic that provides totally free mental and physical health care to anyone seeking services.  In addition to counseling and medical services, the clinic also provides prescription assitance, a free buffet lunch on Sundays, and assitance with eligibity forms for social services.  Located at 1190 E. First Avenue, the clinic’s hours are Sunday 1-4.  Additional help with mental health issues is available on Wednesday evenings.  The clinic also now boasts a thrift store located at 250 E. First Street in downtown Chico.  All proceeds from the thrift store support the clinic. On the last Thursday of every month, we make and serve dinner for the residents of the Torres Homeless Shelter.  The children in our congregation also contribute to tikkun olam!  Not only do children participate in serving our montly dinner at the Torres Shelter, but every year the religious school children engage in a mitzvah project.  This year the children collected supplies for the Butte Humane Society. Made with Xara © Chico Havurah.  2010. Social Justice through Tikkun Olam (Repairing the World) Chico Havurah The Place for Progressive Judaism