Volume 7, Issue #6 I May 12, 2023 | |
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Cook County United Against Hate Spring Showcase
May 21st at 11:45AM
(flyer below)
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SUPERVISOR'S MESSAGE
In addition to flowers and showers (and hail), signs of spring at the Township include more food drives, the annual Township Day of Action in Springfield, the Paper Shred Event, the Budget Ordinance Meeting, and a spotlight on mental health.
I am pleased to report that the Trustees approved our FY24 General Fund and General Assistance Fund budget at the noticed Budget Meeting on Tuesday, which will be posted on our website in the budget section. Based on last year’s experience, we are budgeting to increase services and cut costs while giving staff well-deserved raises. In addition, we officially started our decennial review process with the appointment of our highly qualified Committee. Over the next 18 months, the committee will analyze our statutes, programs, policy, resolutions, and agreements to determine areas for additional efficiency.
Last weekend, we met our goal of recycling close to 10,000 lbs of paper during our Spring Paper Shred Event hosted by Regina Dominican High School. Thanks to all who helped, including agency-partner The Volunteer Center of NE Illinois. If you are looking for ways to get involved, their website and our citizen advisory committees are places to investigate this spring.
May has been designated as mental health awareness month and our agency partners have been increasing visibility about various topics and their services. In today’s issue, we spotlight the local mental health resources of agencies with whom the Township partners to help meet the needs of our community. Explore their websites, events on our calendar, or by making a first phone call. If, for any reason, you find yourself unsure about a first step, our Director of General Assistance and Social Services Jeanne Winsted Rosser would be pleased to help make the connection. She may be reached at the Township at 847-446-8201 or email jwinstedrosser@newtriertownship.com.
Finally, a hearty congratulations and good luck to those of you who are part of the graduation from our four Township high schools! While these graduates may now be adults in the eyes of the law (and perhaps their own), parents should prepare for emergencies by obtaining healthcare power of attorney. Our agency partner provides a comprehensive talk on our You Tube channel here explaining its importance and completing the paperwork. And Save the Date: North Suburban Legal Aid attorneys will once again offer a clinic to complete the form on August 3rd from 3:30-6:30PM at the Township. Registration for this donation-based event will be forthcoming.
As always, if you have ideas or questions, feel free to contact me or join us for an event or meeting.
Best,
Gail Schnitzer Eisenberg
Township Supervisor
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Spotlight: Mental Health Partners - Part 1 | |
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. With it comes a reminder that our Township agency partners have resources, services, and programs to support you. | |
Help for families. Mondays, 6:30-8:30PM In-Person. A no cost 8-week course for families and close friends of adults with mental illness. Taught by trained teachers who are also family members and know what it is like to have a loved one living with mental illness, such as major depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and otherdisorders.
Learn about a very special support group for families who have a member diagnosed with mental illness. Feedback from past participants has included "life changing," "we didn't feel so alone," and "we feel on a better path." For information and to register, visit NAMI's web page here. (flyer below)
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Talk to Me! Developing Healthy Communication with Your Teenage Boy Learn to develop lines of communication with your adolescent boy and better understand what motivates his behavior. Held in the Community Room at Winnetka Park District building, 540 Hibbard Road, Winnetka (flyer below)
Contact agency partner Counseling Center of the North Shore at 847-446-8060 with any questions. No registration required.
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Teen Engagement resources designed for school communities, community members, and families are available here. Visit the Erika's Lighthouse website for education, empowerment, and support.
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Challenges in Pregnancy, Postpartum, or Post Adoption. 1 in 5 women and 1 in 10 men experience depression or anxiety during this time, Symptoms are highly treatable and affect parents of all ages and backgrounds.Left untreated, symptoms can impact parent-infant bonding and child development. Family Service of Glencoe's certified perinatal mental health professional can provide free and confidential consultation to community members worried about a perinatal mood or anxiety disorder in themselves or someone they love. Call FSG at 847-835-5111 or email amber@familyserviceofglencoe.org.
* More mental health agency partners will be featured next issue and all are listed here.
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Deadlines and Information | |
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Scholarships for High School Seniors Attending 4-Year Colleges
The Association of Illinois Township Committees on Youth (AITOY) is awarding $500 scholarships for Illinois students with strong academic and community standing. For more information and an application, see the website here. Deadline is May 19th.
Suburban Cook Opportunity Summer Program/Ages 16-24. A revolving 7-Week paid career-pathway internship program in various growth fields. 20-25 hours per week. Learn more here.
Cook County Legal Aid for Housing and Debt (CCLAHD) Free housing and debt problem assistance for Cook County residents and property owners regardless of income, language, or immigration status is available.Hotline 855-956-5763 9AM-5PM, M-F or via the website.
2023 Reduced License Plate Fees for Low-Income Drivers & People with Disabilities. Eligible older adults and persons with disabilities who qualify for IDoA’s Benefit Access Program will pay only $10 for their license plate stickers, a decrease from $24. Apply for the Benefit Access Program online here or contact the Senior HelpLine at 1-800-252-8966.
Township Library Access 24/7 Digital Library Access: Libby Learn more and connect to Libby here. Learn more about digital access on the Wilmette Library webpage here. The Overdrive app has phased out for digital access.
Health Insurance Coverage for Immigrants aged 42+ ineligible for federal Medicaid (earning less than 138% of the Federal Poverty Level, e.g. $1,563 per month for one person) Apply at abe.illinois.gov; via identified health centers here; or with enrollment assistance here.
iCash provides information on Unclaimed Property through the Illinois Treasurer's Office. Visit the website here.
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ABE (Medicid, SNAP, TANF) Portal User Alert. A dedicated phone line has been established to answer questions about the incident: 1-877-657-0006. The assistance line is available until August 14, 2023.
Those concerned with identity theft can also contact the Federal Trade Commission at 1-877-382-4357 (Consumer Help Line) or visit Identity Theft Recovery Steps | IdentityTheft.gov.
A freeze may be activited with the credit bureaus:
Equifax
Experian
TransUnion
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps eligible households pay for home energy services (heating, gas, propane and electricity).The LIHEAP application period runs until May 31, 2023, or until funding is exhausted. Agency partner North Shore Senior Center is an intake site for LIHEAP and may be reached at 847-784-6000. Contact CEDA 800-571-2332 for information about additional intake sites in the area. Note!
Veteran Home Repair Program. Funds are available to help with needed home repair or modification for veterans through agency partner Rebuilding Together.Learn more here.
Medicaid customers should check your current address is on file with the Illinois Medicaid program. Renew through the Application for Benefits Eligibility (ABE) website here to set up an online account.
Lead Abatement Services. Was your home built before 1978? Do you have kids? CCDPH offers free lead inspections to find and remove lead hazards and keep kids safe. Apply today in English or Spanish here.
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TOWNSHIP ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: May 19th
There's still a little time to apply for the The Association of Illinois Township Committees on Youth (AITOY) $500 scholarships for Illinois students. Visit the website for more information here.
PASSPORT
Do you have a Passport? Visit the Township Passport web page for more information, including a link to the Department of State. To schedule a passport appointment at the Township, click here.
HEALTH CARE POWER OF ATTORNEY
Prepared for an emergency situation where you may want your parent to have access to a healthcare provider? Healthcare Power of Attorney (HCPOA) is a practical step to bring peace of mind in an emergency. Our agency partner North Suburban Legal Aid attorneys will once again offer a clinic to complete the form on August 3rd from 3:30-6:30PM at the Township. Registration for this donation-based event will be forthcoming. A comprehensive talk on on the Township YouTube channel here explains its importance and completing the paperwork.
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13th I 10AM - Noon
Open House at Water Reclamation District
Tour Water Reclamation Plant / Oak Sapling & Milkweed Seeds Giveaway & More!*
Take a tour and watch wastewater transform into clean water. Human Resources, Information Technology and other department representatives will be available to answer your questions. Oak saplings and milkweed seeds will be given away. For more info and questions, call 312-751-6633.
*Collections for electronics and medications will take place at all sites except the Kirie WRP.
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17th I 10AM - Noon
Virtual Free Legal Aid Clinic*
Legal help with Domestic Violence, Immigration, and Tenant-side Housing matters by appointment. Provided by the North Suburban Legal Aid Clinic. Third Wednesday of each month. Appointments strongly recommended here or by phone 847-737-4042.
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17th I 12-1PM
Let's Talk @ Lunch hosted by YWCA Evanston/North Shore Equity Institute
For this monthly program, participants gather and YWCA provides a trained facilitator to talk through issues of racism, learning to share a common language and deepen our understanding. All are welcome and invited to bring your lunch. More information and register here.
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21st I 11:45AM
Cook County United Against Hate Spring Showcase
Join your community for a free, family-friendly interactive event to learn, create art, and take a stand against hate in all its forms. Cook County United Against Hate empowers everyone to champion efforts toward social justice.
First Presbyterian Church at 302 N Dunton Ave, Arlington Heights.More information and RSVP here.
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21st I 2PM
Special Gifts Theatre Beauty & the Beast Performance Come see an inclusive theatre performance of Beauty and the Beast put on by Special Gifts Theatre actors. Tickets are available for purchase at https://specialgiftstheatre.org/tickets-for-upcoming-events/ and are $18 online and $20 at the door. Location: Skokie School, Winnetka. (flyer below)
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21st I 4-6PM
NEW! PICKLES Group Social Event for North Shore Area
Agency partner Pickles provides free peer-to-peer support and resources to kids affected by their parent or guardian’s cancer. Grades 1-12 youth are invited to a social evening of fun, games, a meeting, and food. Caregivers may attend a gentle yoga and breath work workshop from 4-5PM (and/or dinner from 5-6PM) Register here.
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23rd I 12-1PM
Teen Service Projects
Work with Glencoe Youth Services on projects to benefit animals in shelters/rehab facilities. Register here.
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24th I 7PM
Talk to Me! Developing Healthy Communication with Your Teenage Boy
Learn to develop lines of communication with your adolescent boy and better understand what motivates his behavior. Held at Community Room at Winnetka Park District building, 540 Hibbard Road, Winnetka (flyer below)
Contact agency partner Counseling Center of the North Shore at 847-446-8060 with any questions. No registration required.
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1st I12:30-2PM
Family Caregivers of Adults with Alzheimer's or Dementia Group
Virtual. Join North Shore Senior Center for a Zoom support group. (flyer below)
Register via email here or call 847-784-6041 Program runs May 4th - June 29th!
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13th I 7:30PM
Township Board of Trustees Meeting
The meeting agenda with Zoom link is available one week prior to the meeting on our home page here*. For accomodations or questions, contact Lorrecia Hopkins. All residents of the Township are warmly welcomed. Zoom or in person at New Trier Township - 739 Elm St., Winnetka.
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21st I 10AM - Noon
Virtual Free Legal Aid Clinic*
Legal help with Domestic Violence, Immigration, and Tenant-side Housing matters by appointment. Provided by the North Suburban Legal Aid Clinic. Third Wednesday of each month. Appointments strongly recommended here or by phone 847-737-4042.
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JOBS BULLETIN
Find work and internship opportunities with Agency Partners!
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Talk to Me! Developing Healthy Communication
with Your Teenage Boy
May 24th - 7PM
Community Room in the Winnetka Park District
540 Hibbard Road, Winnetka
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Clinical staff members from the Counseling Center of the North Shore will discuss common concerns parents have regarding their teenage sons such as substance use, intense emotions, lack of communication, or reckless behaviors. Parents will walk away with a new understanding of how adolescent boys experience and express emotions, and skills to successfully communicate with them when broaching sensitive subjects. | |
GYS VISIT TO C.A.R.E ANIMAL SHELTER
Wednesday, May 17th / 4-5PM
It's raining cats and dogs for GYS as we head to Community Animal Rescue Effort (CARE) in Skokie one last time during this school year. We will meet at the shelter where we will learn about the shelter, how they care for the animals and the best way for volunteers to interact with these pets who need a lot of love. Parent or guardian is required to attend with each child. Register here. Limit 10.
BE PART OF THE TEAM!
Friday, May 19th / 6-8PM - Berlin Park
Take to the field with your friends as we welcome Glencoe Public Safety to the friendly confines of Berlin Park!
Sign up here (Roster of 20; spectators welcome)
Snow cones, popcorn and other snacks available for purchase.
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Lifelong Learning Registration Is Open!
Lifelong Learning programs May-August is open. Check out our wide variety of classes, presentations, clubs, daytrips, and concerts here!
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CONNECT WITH YOUR TOWNSHIP | |
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Residents of New Trier Township are welcomed and encouraged to contact your representatives about the things that matter to you!
Township Board of Trustees meetings are held the second Tuesday of the month. The next meeting is June 13th at the Township (739 Elm Street, Winnetka) or online. All residents of the Township are warmly welcomed. The agenda with Zoom link will be available the week prior on the website calendar listing on our homepage at www.newtriertownship.com. For accomodations or questions, contact Lorrecia Hopkins here.
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Gail Schnitzer Eisenberg, Supervisor
GSEisenberg@newtriertownship.com
Jerome Hoynes, Clerk
jhoynes@newtriertownship.com
Jan Churchwell, Assessor
jchurchwell@newtriertownship.com
Katherine Casale MacNally, Trustee
kcmacnally@newtriertownship.com
Stefan Mozer, Trustee
smozer@newtriertownship.com
Elliott Robbins, Trustee
erobbins@newtriertownship.com
Danielle Ruben, Trustee
druben@newtriertownship.com
The mission of New Trier Township is to provide leadership, advocacy, and resources to benefit the physical, mental, and social well-being of residents. Established in 1850, New Trier Township government serves more than 60,000 residents in the villages of Glencoe, Kenilworth, Wilmette, and Winnetka, plus portions of Glenview and Northfield east of Harms Road and Northfield Road.
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