NEW IN THE ILLINOIS MEDICAL DISTRICT: JULY 2018
FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
As the CEO and Executive Director of the IMD, I'm tasked with fostering economic growth within the District, and in our neighboring communities. In order to be successful, we need to attract businesses who will fit seamlessly within the mission of the IMD, and create impactful changes for west side residents. 
I'm thrilled to share with you that the IMD has broken down a major barrier to our path for success. We recently  announced the full and early redemption of $40 million in bond revenue debt. 

This debt relief provides the IMD with greater flexibility to pursue its strategic vision to advance development of the District and reshape the practice of medicine. The redemption also relieved the State of Illinois of a moral obligation.

The IMD is undoubtedly in a stronger position to pursue strategic growth that will create a more thriving environment for those who live, work and visit here. We're excited for what's next, and we're glad to have you, our IMD partners along for the journey.

-SUZET MCKINNEY, DRPH, MPH

50TH VIETNAM WAR COMMEMORATION 
On Wednesday, August 1, The Cook County Department of Veterans Affairs will host its 50th Vietnam War Commemoration. The event will take place at the Chicago Botanic Gardens, located at 1000 Lake Cook Road in Glencoe. A buffet breakfast will start at 9 AM, followed by the commemoration ceremony from 10 AM to 12:30 PM. 
Any United States Veterans who served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces at any time between November 1, 1955 to May 15, 1975 (regardless of location) is eligible to receive the lapel pin. If the veteran is deceased, the family member can fill out the application and we will have a special certificate for the deceased veteran.Applications can be filled out here, and are due on July 13. 
IMD CEO HONORED BY CRAIN'S CUSTOM MEDIA
IMD CEO Dr. Suzet McKinney is honored to be named by Crain's Custom Media as one of Chicago's Notable Women in Healthcare in 2018. The inaugural edition recognizes Chicago area women who are leaders in healthcare, and who "have served with distinction."

Dr. McKinney was recognized for her work in positioning the IMD as the next great health innovation district. The IMD congratulates Dr. McKinney and all of her fellow honorees. To read the full list of honorees, click here. 
BACK TO SCHOOL BACKPACK DRIVE
Although the school year has just ended, ChicagoCAC is already preparing to send children back to school ready to learn next year. The organization's annual Back to School Backpack Drive is coming up in August! Each August, ChicagoCAC gives new backpacks and school supplies to 300 children who need them.
ChicagoCAC thanks its community members for their involvement, without whom this initiative would not be possible. There are several ways to to help children start the school year with all the tools they need to be successful. To get involved, click here.  
RED CROSS SAFE FAMILIES PROGRAM
The  American Red Cross Safe Families Program, in partnership with AmeriCorps is involved with various communities across the state of Illinois, including the Chicago land area. AmeriCorps members teach health and safety classes such as First Aid, CPR and compression-only CPR. AmeriCorps members also lead individual and community preparedness activities, including fire prevention, disaster awareness and programs targeting at risk populations in the community. 
IMAGE CREDIT: REDCROSS.ORG
In addition, there are youth programs available that teach fire, water and home safety, as well as first aid, germ and disease prevention. Classes are free. For more information on the classes, click here, or email SFAChicago@redcross.org. 
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