POLL: Majority support “Radical” or “Significant” changes to how mental health issues are handled in Illinois; 9 out of 10 say Stigma Exists

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Kennedy Forum Illinois calls for equity, access, accelerated progress. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 23, 2015 CONTACT: Kelly O’Brien, (312) 532-4881, Kelly@TheKennedyForumIlllinois.org Julia Hamm, (312) 374-8544,  Julie@HensonConsulting.com   (CHICAGO, IL) – According to new public opinion research released today by the Kennedy Forum Illinois, a clear majority (62{c48ccdf3c73afb47c94c61fa7aae86e62bfbb2e57db984400d0c5994c9d92c5c}) of Illinoisians support making “radical” or “significant” changes … Continued

News and Upcoming Events – April/May 2015

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Partner Events: Friday, April 17 >ADA 25 Chicago Launch Event Thursday, April 23 > Light the Darkness, A Benefit for NAMI Chicago  Honoring The Kennedy Forum Illinois Steering Committee members, Justice Anne M. Burke and Representative Sara Feigenholtz. Tuesday, May 12 > On the Table, 100 Conversations about Mental Health. Thursday, May 28 > Thresholds Annual Gala  celebrate and … Continued

Learn More about Kennedy Forum Illinois’ Work

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The Illinois project will convene unique and diverse stakeholders, including business, philanthropy, media, providers, policymakers and others to reset the boundaries of what is possible in mental health, create a more prosperous economy in Illinois, and position our state as an effective, innovative leader in mental health. We believe that engaging new stakeholders in broader conversations will both help … Continued

Remove the stigma attached to mental illness

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Chicago Tribune, February 16, 2015 I read with great concern the Tribune’s recent coverage (“Tempers flare over Lake Zurich homeless plan,” News, Jan. 22) regarding the debate in Lake Zurich over the plan to house 14 individuals with mental health challenges in a home on Midlothian Road. The conversation seems to have flared up over … Continued

Poll: 71% of Americans Call for ‘Significant’ or ‘Radical’ Changes in Way Mental Health and Addiction are Treated

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Research Comes as Patrick J. Kennedy and Dr. David Satcher Join Forces, Announce New Center for Mental Health Policy and Research to Tackle Critical Needs (WASHINGTON, D.C.) – Nearly all Americans believe the state of mental health and addiction in the United States is a serious problem, and 70 percent believe it requires “significant” or … Continued

The Facts about Mental Health Stigma

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On Thursday, January 8, the Kennedy Forum Illinois had the opportunity to learn from Dr. Patrick Corrigan, a leading expert and researcher on the subject of stigma against those with mental health challenges.  His presentation is attached. What we learned: 1. Stigma against those with mental health challenges still exists, and in some cases is … Continued

Patrick Kennedy Responds to 60 Minutes Segment on Mental Health

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Patrick Kennedy released a statement in response to the 60 Minutes segment, “Denied“. The statement details guidance for how to keep the parity fight active, and also announces that new tools will be available in 2015 for patients, providers, payers, and regulators to understand their rights and responsibilities under the parity law. Patrick Kennedy also appeared on CBS This Morning in response to … Continued