Blog
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!
KYC's Program Training Committee: Providing Learning Opportunities for Mental Health Professionals
August 31, 2021
Our staff-led Program Training Committee provides learning opportunities to our team and other mental health professionals that translate to better outcomes for communities.
Help KYC Win $25,000!
August 17, 2021
Vote now through August 27th to help KYC win $25K to provide mental health services to youth and families!
Celebrating the 2021 Hustle for Health 5K
July 08, 2021
The 2021 Hustle for Health 5K Run/Walk was a success!