Why connection matters.
Too many families face barriers to getting the care and information they need. We’re working to change that.
88%
of U.S. adults have limited health literacy skills, which can make it harder to find, understand, and use health information.
Source: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
1 in 5
U.S. adults have delayed or gone without medical care due to barriers to access.
Source: CDC, National Center for Health Statistics
50%
of Love Your Health Fair attendees plan to follow up with a health provider they met at the event.
Source: Love Your Health Fair Participant Survey
531,000
Illinois adults reported needing mental health treatment but not receiving it, with cost a prevailing barrier.*
Source: National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
Access
Our health fair brings Chicagoland health and wellness providers together in one welcoming space, making it easier for families to discover resources, ask questions, and find the right support.
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Support
Funds raised help provide sliding-scale mental health services for children and families facing financial barriers to care.
Education
We share trustworthy health information, increase awareness of available resources, and help reduce the stigma surrounding mental health.