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Welcome to your guide for a Mental Health Month rooted in connection and collective care. In this issue, you'll get an exclusive first look at our upcoming community events and programming. Whether you’re here to find local support or to discover new ways to give back, you’ll find exactly what you need to take the next step. |
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Mental Health Series for Adults 55+: In Our Own Voice
When: Friday, May 22 | 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Where: Morton Grove Public Library, Baxter Auditorium
Join NAMI CCNS this Friday for the last session of our powerful three-part series designed to foster understanding, resilience, and connection for adults ages 55+. This week, come to gain a deeper perspective on lived experience.
Registration is required for each session and remains open until the start of each program. Join us for one or all three to help build a community of empathy and support. |
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Find Your Community: Connection Recovery Support Groups
No one should have to navigate mental health recovery alone. NAMI Connection is a free, confidential, and peer-led support group for any adult working toward mental health wellness, regardless of diagnosis.
Led by NAMI-trained facilitators who have walked a similar path, these groups follow a structured format to ensure everyone has the opportunity to be heard, share successes, and gain insight from one another. It is a safe space built on empathy, community, and hope. Everyone is a valued participant.
We offer both in-person and virtual options to fit your schedule:
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Wednesdays at 6:00 PM (In-Person): Meets at Turning Point in Skokie (8324 Skokie Blvd). Please park off Washington Ave. and use the back parking lot entrance to check in.
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Mondays & Saturdays at 4:00 PM (Online vis Zoom)
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The 4th Annual Taylor Brothers Memorial Walk & Golf Outing
When: Saturday, June 6, 2026 | 9:00 AM
Where: Techny Prairie Park & Anetsberger Golf Course
Mental health is a journey that touches every one of us, yet the stigma often remains. Trent and Ross Taylor faced their challenges with incredible courage, never losing the kindness and humor that made them "beacons of light" to everyone who knew them. On Saturday, June 6, we invite you to join Team Taylor and NAMI CCNS to honor their memory, advocate for awareness, and ensure that no one in our community has to face their struggles alone.
Event Details
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9:00 AM | Memorial Walk: A community gathering at Techny Prairie Park, Northbrook. This event is FREE and requires no registration.
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Following the Walk | Golf Outing: Head over to Anetsberger Golf Course for a fun 9-hole round with friends and family. Note: Spots are limited!
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How You Can Help |
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Whether you are hitting the links or walking the trail, your presence helps break the stigma. All funds raised directly benefit vital mental health initiatives in Northern Cook County via NAMI CCNS. Can’t attend? You can still support the cause by donating in honor of Trent and Ross. |
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Let’s come together to spread the compassion the Taylor brothers championed. For questions, email taylorbrothersfundraiser@gmail.com.
Together, we can make a lasting impact. |
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Save the Dates: Summer/Fall 2026 Events
While we are focused on a busy spring, we want to make sure you have these key dates on your calendar for the rest of the year! From the golf course to the walking trail, there are so many ways to show your support for mental health in our community.
Mark Your Calendars For:
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The Taylor Brothers Golf Outing: June 6, 2026
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The Peter Krol Memorial Golf Outing: September 26, 2026
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The NAMI CCNS Community Walk: October 11, 2026
More details on registration and locations for these events will be coming soon. We can't wait to see our community show up in force throughout the summer and fall! |
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Thank you for standing with us and being a cornerstone of our community. The work we do to build connection and understanding doesn't stop here; it is an ongoing practice that shapes a safer, healthier future for everyone. We look forward to seeing you at our upcoming community events and programs soon. Always remember that your story and your support matter. Let’s keep checking in on each other, leading with empathy, and keeping our community's light shining bright. |
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