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In this issue, we’re sharing a roadmap for a season of connection and care. Inside, you’ll find opportunities to build your own personal wellness toolkit, hear powerful stories of resilience that reshape how we see mental health, and get an exclusive first look at our upcoming community events designed to bring us all together for a common cause. Whether you’re looking for local support or ways to give back, there’s something in here for everyone. |
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Mental Health Series for Adults 55+: Self-Care Kits
When: Fridays | May 8, 15, 22 | 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Where: Morton Grove Public Library, Baxter Auditorium
Join NAMI CCNS this May for a powerful three-part series designed to foster understanding, resilience, and connection for adults ages 55+. Whether you are looking to build your own wellness toolkit or gain a deeper perspective on lived experience, these sessions at offer a supportive space for all.
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Session 2: Self-Care Kits (THIS WEEK, Friday, May 15)
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Session 3: In Our Own Voice (Friday, May 22)
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Experience a powerful, personal look at mental health. Led by a speaker with lived experience, this presentation aims to reshape attitudes and change assumptions by sharing the reality of living with a mental health condition.
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. |
| Register for Self Care Kits |
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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! |
| Explore Upcoming Fundraising Events |
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Thank you for being a vital part of our community. Mental health awareness doesn't end when May is over, but the connections we build this month lay the foundation for a more supportive future. Whether we see you at the library this Friday or on the golf course in June, remember that your presence and your voice make a difference.
Let’s continue to lead with compassion, check in on one another, and keep the light shining bright. |
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