BMU, Black Men United is a National Community Service organization that focuses on the restoration and rebuilding of Black communities across America under the leadership of Black Men. BMU, Create an alliance of men of African descent to mobilize our resources and empower our communities through Economics, Safety, and Spirituality which will restore pride back to the black family, while practicing being anti-nobody, building bridges and not walls.
BMU Senior Program – Proviso Township Mental Health Commission
Black Men United Foundation (BMU), in partnership with the Proviso Township Mental Health Commission (PTMHC), provides supportive services to seniors throughout Proviso Township, with a focus on mental wellness, social connection, independence, and overall quality of life. Our Senior Program provides mentorship, wellness education, monthly workshops, enrichment activities, home visits, resource navigation, and referrals to community-based services. BMU works to reduce isolation, connect seniors to essential resources, and create safe and supportive opportunities for seniors to remain active, informed, and engaged in their communities.
Additional BMU Programs & Populations Served
Workforce Development & Employment Support
BMU provides workforce development services for youth and adults, including job readiness, employment preparation, career development, mentoring, supportive services, and connections to employment and training opportunities. Our goal is to help individuals overcome barriers to employment and achieve greater economic stability.
Youth Development & Mentoring
BMU serves youth and young adults through mentoring, after-school programming, workforce development, life-skills education, leadership development, violence prevention, and positive recreational and enrichment activities. Programs are designed to provide young people with safe environments, caring adult support, and pathways toward education, employment, and long-term success.
Food Insecurity & Community Resource Support
BMU addresses food insecurity by providing food distributions, fresh food and essential household supplies to seniors, families, and individuals experiencing economic hardship. Through community partnerships and outreach events, BMU helps connect residents with food and other resources that support household stability.
Mental Health, Wellness & Supportive Services
BMU promotes mental and emotional wellness by connecting individuals and families to appropriate resources, supportive services, workshops, referrals, and community-based assistance. Our partnership with PTMHC strengthens our ability to reach Proviso Township residents, particularly seniors and other vulnerable populations who may experience barriers to accessing services.
Violence Prevention & Community Outreach
BMU provides community violence intervention, outreach, mentoring, conflict resolution, community engagement, and supportive services in communities impacted by violence. Our teams work with youth, adults, families, and high-risk individuals to strengthen protective factors, connect residents to resources, and promote safer communities.
Recovery Support Services
BMU provides recovery-focused support through case management, peer support, resource navigation, referrals, and connections to community services. These services are designed to support individuals and families as they work toward recovery, stability, and improved well-being.
Our Commitment to Proviso Township
Through our collaboration with the Proviso Township Mental Health Commission, BMU is committed to providing accessible, culturally responsive, community-based services that address the whole person. Our work with seniors connects mental wellness, social support, food security, and resource navigation to help Proviso Township senior residents build healthier, safer, and more stable lives.