Helping orphaned and disadvantaged boys get a chance at a better life was the mission of Brother James; founder of the Franciscan Brothers of the Holy Cross; a German Catholic Order that sent Brothers to the United States in 1924. To that end; St. James Trade School was established in Springfield; Illinois; in 1928. Two years later; the first group of apprentices was admitted; they and hundreds who followed them through 1972 went on to become certified mechanics; carpenters; and electricians among other valuable trades. High school diplomas were earned beginning in 1948. In 1975; Brother James Court (BJC) opened with a brand new building specifically designed as a residential intermediate care facility. BJC provides both residency and advocacy for developmentally disabled men. Providing the highest quality care; consistent with the spirit and principles of the Franciscan Brothers of the Holy Cross; programs at BJC meet residents� needs and allow them to live happily at BJC for as long as they need.
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