Sneezes, coughs and fevers are symptoms most people understand. They signify an illness, and you send chicken soup and well wishes to the sick person. But there are other conditions that aren’t understood or well supported, such as ADHD, anxiety disorder, depression and bipolar disorder. These are biological brain disorders, and chances are, you know […]
The sun was shining on Lake Bluff Elementary School (LBES) as it dedicated its new, environmentally constructed building on October 18 to more than 1200 interested parents and local residents. Foster Thomas and Theresa Fawcett cut the ribbon to open their new school Foxy the Mascot welcomed attendees as the Great Lakes Navy Band opened […]
Jodi Mulder and her husband have traveled worldwide sometimes even with two small children, and their travels (to Everest base camp, India, South America, and Middle East) have informed them of some of the most pressing social issues. She is committed to global social change starting in her home and neighborhood. The most recent example […]
Word-of-mouth wisdom among like-minded friends, neighbors, colleagues, moms, sisters, cousins, aunts and women living in the same community is powerful. Where else can you tap into community happenings? Support local businesses who give back? Be inspired by outstanding women along the North Shore doing amazing things for their families, communities, charities and so many others? […]
Are there extra bikes or scooters in your garage that you have outgrown? Would you like to donate them to kids who don’t have a bike or a scooter? Pedal Power is collecting bikes and scooters for the Jane Addams Hull House Association in Chicago. This is a program to recognize achievement and […]
Less than a month after 11 hours of surgery, Gayl Walder stood strong on her mat.
“I am blessed to be here and keep trying to deserve this life,” says Megan Boyle, Evanston resident and 8-year cancer survivor. This is from a woman who couldn’t walk after her first chemo treatment in 2002 because her body had lost the ability to clot a minor bruise and then 7 months later decided […]
“She is so amazing! How does she do it all?”
North Shore stars who tried to bring the Olympics to Chicago. Big dreams and grand plans. Make It Better appreciates their potential to make life better for individuals and communities. When smart people with big hearts work together, good things happen—even if the outcome isn’t what was originally anticipated. The Olympic Bid will be a […]
Imagine being the single mother of two toddlers, living in Uptown. You’ve lost your job, health insurance and housing. There is no one to turn to because you don’t have any family. Imagine being the mother of two teenagers, living on the North Shore. You are reflecting on “the price of privilege,” lamenting the […]
