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This May, during Mental Health Awareness Month, join us in supporting Independence Center and the life-changing work we do for adults living with mental illness in Lake County. Our mission is to enhance quality of life, promote independent functioning, and support personal growth through social, educational, vocational, and housing opportunities. Every donation helps provide the tools, resources, and support people need to live healthy, productive, and independent lives. Together, we can bring hope, dignity, and healing to our community.&nbsp;💚 #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #SupportMentalHealth #IndependenceCenter.&nbsp;<div data-editor-content='{"blocks":[{"key":"8bjv7","text":"At the Independence Center, we support adults living with mental illness, including those from underserved and minority communities who often face additional barriers to care—like stigma, cultural misunderstandings, and limited access to resources","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[{"offset":0,"length":247,"style":"BOLD"}],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"5gova","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"69t2h","text":"This month, we stand with communities of color to raise awareness, open conversations, and promote equitable access to mental health services. Inspired by the legacy of Bebe Moore Campbell, we’re committed to helping all adults get the support they deserve.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[{"offset":0,"length":257,"style":"BOLD"}],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"e9ggr","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"2no5t","text":"Let’s talk openly.","type":"unordered-list-item","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[{"offset":0,"length":18,"style":"BOLD"}],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"fqaq0","text":"Let’s support one another.","type":"unordered-list-item","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[{"offset":0,"length":26,"style":"BOLD"}],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"98oqi","text":"Let’s educate and advocate.","type":"unordered-list-item","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[{"offset":0,"length":27,"style":"BOLD"}],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"84pch","text":"Let’s build a future where no one faces mental illness alone.","type":"unordered-list-item","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[{"offset":0,"length":61,"style":"BOLD"}],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"81kel","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"dihll","text":"If you or someone you know is seeking help, we’re here to help.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[{"offset":0,"length":63,"style":"BOLD"}],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}' fr-original-style="white-space: pre-wrap;" id="isPasted" style="white-space: pre-wrap; line-height: 1.5; width: 100%; box-sizing: inherit;"><div data-block="true" data-editor="4v9op" data-offset-key="3m3b9-0-0" fr-original-style="" style="line-height: 1.5; box-sizing: inherit;"> <img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1779287344/wysiwyg/kb8pkovccdcvcmigewp7.jpg" style="width: 763px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: inherit; background-clip: padding-box; border-radius: 10px; box-shadow: rgb(204, 204, 204) 10px 10px 5px;" fr-original-style="width: 763px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable fr-rounded fr-shadow"> </div></div>

Hello <span contenteditable="false" data-custom-variable="{{firstname}}" fr-original-class="fr-deletable styled-tag-chip" fr-original-style style="background-color:rgb(248, 248, 255);border:1px solid rgb(191, 191, 255);border-radius:4px;color:rgb(42, 42, 196);padding:1px 8px;font-size:11px;display:inline-block;margin:0px;overflow-wrap:anywhere;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit">First name, Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for supporting our cause. This donation greatly helps our mission. If you would like to contribute further to our cause, consider making a monthly donation or please spread the word about our mission! We appreciate YOU! Valerie BakerIndependence Center vbaker@icwaukegan.org 847-360-1020

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 Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for registering to fundraise for our cause. Your efforts will make a significant impact, and we are excited to have you as part of our fundraising team. 👏
 
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 Valerie Baker vbaker@icwaukegan.org 8473601020

This May, during Mental Health Awareness Month, join us in supporting Independence Center and the life-changing work we do for adults living with mental illness in Lake County. Our mission is to enhance quality of life, promote independent functioning, and support personal growth through social, educational, vocational, and housing opportunities. Every donation helps provide the tools, resources, and support people need to live healthy, productive, and independent lives. Together, we can bring hope, dignity, and healing to our community. 💚 #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #SupportMentalHealth #IndependenceCenter. <div><div> <img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1779287344/wysiwyg/kb8pkovccdcvcmigewp7.jpg" style="width:763px;display:block;vertical-align:top;margin:5px auto;text-align:center;cursor:pointer;padding:0px 1px;user-select:none;position:relative;box-sizing:inherit;border-radius:10px;box-shadow:rgb(204, 204, 204) 10px 10px 5px;max-width:100%" /> </div></div>

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