The Cook County Pride celebration that culminates on the weekend of June 10th is completely volunteer driven event by the informal Pride Committee made up of 20-30 residents. Approximately 10 of those volunteers work hard year-round to make this event happen while holding down multiple jobs. The core group started planning efforts last September to make sure the event meets... READ MORE >
Most of us know what to expect, as the days grow shorter and the nights long. It happens every year. For many, the absence of light brings with it a heightened experience of anxiety or depression, especially during the holiday season. A survey conducted by NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, found that 64% of respondents stated that they... READ MORE >
If you search the words, Autistic Outdoorsman on the popular YouTube website, you will find several videos telling the story of a local personality with a fascinating history. A key piece to the puzzle of this person’s life came less than two years ago in the form of an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) diagnosis. Autistim is a developmental disorder that... READ MORE >
Many of us are feeling the emotional toll of the uncertainty, worry and dramatic changes to our habits and our lives during the pandemic. “COVID fatigue” is the overall sense of exhaustion based on the combination of challenges people are facing. It is exhausting to be in a constant state of alert and uncertainty, and people who are feeling defeated... READ MORE >
People throughout the county are experiencing emotional reactions to the changes caused by the COVID-19 response. There is stress over finances, health, childcare, social distancing, parenting, and the real fear over the loss of business and livelihood. Everyone reacts to this stress and anxiety differently. Some people are preparing to hunker down for a long period of time, while others... READ MORE >
