Yearly Archives: 2019
April SNAP Benefits Underway
The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) announced that April Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits will be issued early to some Illinois customers. April SNAP benefits will be loaded… Read more
Red Cross to Kickoff “Sound the Alarm” Events
The American Red Cross of Chicago & Northern Illinois is kicking off the second year of the ‘Sound the Alarm. Save a Life’ campaign with home fire safety and smoke… Read more
Tips for Creating Less Chaotic, More Productive Mornings
When the alarm rings each morning, do you arise quickly, eager to take on whatever the day brings? Or do you drowsily reach for the snooze button? Your answer could… Read more
Teaching Kids About Nutrition
By: Ashmar Mandou March is National Nutrition Month and the perfect opportunity for families to learn how to prepare healthy foods together. Everyone needs the same types of nutrients, such… Read more
IlliniCare Health Introduces New Lifestyle Benefits for Medicaid Managed Care Members
IlliniCare Health has introduced three new lifestyle benefits for Medicaid members enrolled through the HealthChoice Illinois program. Members can now receive free gym memberships, after-school care assistance, and free school… Read more
The Power of Positivity
The Illinois Chapter of the Huntington’s Disease Society of America (HDSA) will host The Illinois State Conference: The Power of Positivity is an educational event that will include HD support… Read more
Emanuel, Pritzker Announce Expansion of Universal Full-Day Pre-Kindergarten
Mayor Rahm Emanuel, Governor JB Pritzker, Chicago Public Schools (CPS) and the Department of Family and Support Services (DFSS) announced the expansion of universal full-day pre-kindergarten programs in 28 communities… Read more
CPS Releases Five-Year Vision for Academic Progress
Chicago Public Schools CEO Dr. Janice K. Jackson released the district’s Five-Year Vision that lays out concrete commitments to build upon the district’s academic progress, ensure continued financial improvements, and… Read more
Cinespace’s Pissios Volunteers at Sinai Health System
On Wednesday, March 13, Cinespace Chicago Film Studios President and CEO Alex Pissios volunteered at Sinai Health System as “Caregiver for a Day” during the afterschool program with students from… Read more
25th Annual Sor Juana Women of Achievement Awards
The National Museum of Mexican Art honored women of extraordinary artistic and social accomplishment on Friday, March 22nd at the Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz Women of Achievement Awards…. Read more
