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KYC's Statement on the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine
April 13, 2021
Although side effects are rare, in accordance with the CDC and the FDA's recommendation, we are encouraging anyone who experiences any side effects or concerns, especially including severe headache, abdominal pain, leg pain, or shortness of breath within three weeks after vaccination to contact their health care provider immediately.

Happy National Volunteer Month!
April 01, 2021
To our more than 180 active volunteers, and to the many, many more who have volunteered throughout KYC's 50 year history - THANK YOU for the impact you've made on our communities.

Celebrating KYC's Longest-Tenured Volunteers
April 01, 2021
This National Volunteer Month, KYC is honored to recognize the achievements of some of our longest-tenured volunteers!

Transgender Day of Visibility: What Being Visible Means to Me
March 31, 2021
By Derek Sullivan, CCPRD Substance Use Prevention Services Today is International Transgender Day of Visibility, an annual event dedicated to…

Kenneth Young Center Statement Against Violence and Discrimination of Asian American Pacific Island Communities
March 19, 2021
Kenneth Young Center Statement Against Violence and Discrimination of Asian American Pacific Island Communities

Saint Viator Students and Alumni Team Up to Spread Love for Valentine’s Day
February 10, 2021
In addition to strong academic and extra-curricular activities, Saint Viator High School is deeply rooted in a tradition of giving back…

KYC Receives $99,960 Grant from the Illinois Children's Healthcare Foundation
January 29, 2021
Recognizing the incredible role our crisis response team plays in keeping our communities and youth healthy and safe, the Illinois Children’s Healthcare Foundation (ILCHF) has provided $99,960 to KYC’s SASS/MCR Program.

Staff Spotlight: Honoring KYC’s Longest Employee Relationship
January 29, 2021
Honoring the 40 years of service and impact of KYC's longest-tenured employee, Wayne.

KYC's Older Adult Services Make Big Impacts
January 29, 2021
Read about the impacts we've made in the lives of older adults during the pandemic.

COVID-19 Vaccination Information for Older Adults
January 26, 2021
As Illinois expands vaccination availability to older adults across the state, new information is being released daily to our community.…