Lesson 72 of 84 · Reform Movements
⭐ 30 XPThe Settlement House Movement
The Settlement House Movement was a social reform initiative that began in the late 19th century, aimed at providing various services to poor urban communities.
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The Settlement House Movement was a social reform initiative that began in the late 19th century, aimed at providing various services to poor urban communities. Settlement houses offered educational programs, healthcare, and recreational activities, helping immigrants and the underprivileged adapt to American life. One of the most famous settlement houses was Hull House, founded by Jane Addams in Chicago. This movement not only improved living conditions but also fostered a sense of community and social responsibility among the people it served.
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The Settlement House Movement started in the late 19th century.
Hull House was founded by Jane Addams in Chicago.
Settlement houses provided education and healthcare to urban poor.
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