FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR |
Last month, the IMD announced a leadership transition, with CEO Dr. Suzet McKinney resigning from her position. The IMD is grateful to Dr. McKinney for setting the organization on a course to establish a vibrant, thriving health innovation district. |
The IMD board of commissioners has begun working to identify a permanent CEO. I was honored that our commission appointed me interim executive director while the search process continues.
As IMD Chief of Staff for the past five years, I oversaw health and science programming as well as initiatives around workforce and neighborhood development, working in close partnership with IMD stakeholders and governmental officials at all levels to foster an ecosystem of collaboration and drive economic growth for the city, the county and the state.
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I'd like to reaffirm our commitment to the mission of the IMD while uplifting and supporting the work of our stakeholders. I look forward to our continued engagement together. |
IMD WELCOMES NEW COMMISSIONERS |
The IMD recently welcomed four new members to its board of commissioners to fill vacancies left by previous commissioners whose terms expired. To read more about the newest IMD commissioners, click on the links below:
The IMD is thrilled to welcome the new commissioners, and we look forward to their engagement.
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JESSE BROWN VA MEDICAL CENTER PARTNERS WITH IMD TO OPEN MASS VACCINATION CLINIC |
The Jesse Brown VA Medical Center has partnered with the IMD to open a stand-alone COVID-19 vaccine clinic for Veterans. The clinic opened on March 29, and will serve all veterans eligible for health care from the Veterans Health Administration, regardless of their age or any health conditions.
The clinic is located at 2215 W. Harrison Street in Chicago, just blocks from the Jesse Brown main hospital campus.
Parking is available near the clinic, and there is free parking at Jesse Brown with free shuttle service to the clinic location and back. The vaccine clinic will be open Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. The operating hours on Wednesdays will 10 a.m. until 6 p.m.
For more information about the clinic or to schedule and appointment, click here.
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IMD PARTNER SPOTLIGHT: CHILDREN OF PEACE SCHOOL |
Children of Peace is a small Catholic school located in the heart of the IMD on the corner of Taylor and Wolcott.
Children of Peace is a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural school that provides a challenging curriculum in an environment that is culturally sensitive and emotionally supportive. Its students represent five continents and live in 40 zip codes in the city and suburbs.
In addition to a regular education program from Pre-K to 8th grade, Children of Peace has an early years Montessori program, and provides a full educational program for students who are deaf or hard of hearing.
Children of Peace is the only Catholic school in the state with a program for deaf and hard of hearing students and one of only two schools in the Archdiocese of Chicago that provides a dual language program. All Children of Peace students are taught American Sign Language.
To learn more about the school and its programs, click here. |
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IMD GUEST HOUSE SPRING SWING FUNDRAISER |
On Wednesday, May 19, IMD Guest House will host its annual "Spring Swing" golf outing and fundraiser.
The event will take place at Seven Bridges Golf Club. Registration is $300 per person or $1,000 per foursome. Registration fees include golf, cart, tee gifts and breakfast. Flash Taco Food truck will serve lunch to guests following golf.
The event supports IMD Guest House in its mission to build community and healing by providing comfortable, affordable accommodation
for patients and their families throughout their treatment.
Sponsorship opportunities are available. To learn more or to register for the event, click here. |
On Thursday, April 29, American Red Cross will hosts its annual Heroes event.
The Heroes event was established to raise awareness of local heroes who carry out the mission of the Red Cross by making a commitment to creating stronger communities and providing help when crisis strikes. For nearly two decades, Red Cross has honored more than 200 local heroes from across the Illinois region.
This year, Red Cross is proud to recognize its largest class of heroes yet – each who demonstrate the power of human kindness and compassionate action. To learn more or to register for the event, click here.
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Local, state and federal health officials continue to promote guidelines for citizens on how to protect themselves from COVID-19.
Individuals are encouraged to observe basic precautions to help protect against infection, such as:
- Washing your hands frequently with soap and water
- Coughing or sneezing into your elbow, rather than into your hands
- Avoid public places and social gatherings
- If you do need to go out, wear a mask or a face covering
- Consult with your medical provider if you feel sick
Additional information is available via:
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Our Catalyst newsletter exists in part to promote the great work of our IMD partners and friends. If you have news, events or information about your organization that you'd like us to include in a future edition of The Catalyst, please reach out to IMD Communications Director Ryan Gage. |
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