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Cheers to 50 Years!
November 06, 2021
On November 6th, 2020, Kenneth Young Center celebrated our 50th anniversary. We kicked off a year-long #KYC50For50 Campaign, in which we highlighted (more than) 50 events and stories we shared together. Each feature highlights a part of the work we're able to do today because of the care, dedication, and support that our communities have shown us to get us to this milestone. Please enjoy the video recap below of our celebratory campaign. As we now gratefully honor 51 years of service to our communities, we are welcoming our next 50 years of impact together. We couldn't be more honored to do this work with, and for, each of you.
Adopt a Family: Share Kindness & Holiday Cheer
November 01, 2021
Your gift creates a brighter holiday for KYC clients.
Drug Take Back: A Community Initiative
October 15, 2021
As we begin to cope with the feelings that come with cold weather, it’s important to address how our medications practices can keep our community safe.
Staff Spotlight: Meet Nicole, Occupational Therapist
October 14, 2021
Nicole shares her passion for Occupational Therapy as a mental health profession and how she's making a difference in her field through her work at, and beyond, KYC.
Shifting the Power on National Coming Out Day
October 08, 2021
Should "coming out" as LGBTQ+ still be the goal for achieving equity?
Cook County Commissioner Kevin Morrison: Now is the Time for Transformative Investments in Mental Health Care
October 04, 2021
Kevin Morrison, Cook County Commissioner for the 15th District, and Grace Hong Duffin, President & CEO of Kenneth Young Center, write about the need for transformative investment in mental health care in a joint piece for the Daily Herald.
Celebrating a Successful "Remember. Recover. Discover." Event
September 22, 2021
Thank you to everyone who attended and supported our "Remember. Recover. Discover." event!
Recovering Out Loud: Living My Truth Despite Stigma
September 10, 2021
KYC is honored to highlight this first-hand recovery experience of one of our team members, Fran, our Recovery Support Services Project Associate.
Daryl Pass on Sobriety and Recovery: "This is My Story"
September 09, 2021
KYC Recovery Support Services Manager shares his recovery journey in his own words, published in the Opioid Mental Health Awareness publication from Shaw Media.
National Recovery Month 2021
September 08, 2021
Through Recovery Month, community members learn about mental health and substance use disorders, reducing stigma and barriers to receiving care. Check out some ways that you can take an active role in supporting recovery!
