“Have Heart”
On February 23, 2019, Rebecca’s Dream supporters gathered at Kenilworth Club, Kenilworth Ill., to “Have Heart” and to promote awareness and compassionate understanding of depression and bipolar disorder as real diseases.
The 670 Score radio personality, Dan Bernstein, Master of Ceremonies, led us through the evening and shared a powerful message about the importance of mental health stigma and the progress we’re making to eliminate that stigma. Bernstein drew from his personal knowledge and talked about the large number of famous athletes speaking out against the stigma and telling the world about their own mental illnesses, and from his wife, Beth Bernstein. Beth shared her real story and compelling message about living with bipolar disorder and her hope that sharing her story to help others with their own struggles. Both Beth and Dan Bernstein stood together stressing the importance of the work Rebecca’s Dream is doing. They urged all to continue the fight against the stigma surrounding mental illness, and expressed their appreciation for the help, hope, knowledge and support offered by Rebecca’s Dream to so many in need.
The room was filled with guests of all ages as Rebecca’s Dream’s President, Stan Slovin spoke and recognized Rebecca’s Dream’s Heroes. He identified many people in the room for their work and support. They shared their vision of a world where the stigma of mental illness would be only a memory, and appreciation for the work of the volunteers and the dedication of our donors who make it possible to continue the mission and vision of Rebecca’s Dream.
President Slovin also shared next steps for Rebecca’s Dream.
A fantastic dinner, successful silent auction, and dancing rounded out a memorable evening, and successful fund-raising effort.
Our warmest thanks for being a part of our family.
Your commitment to our mission and vision helps us provide help, hope and encouragement to those in need of mental health education.
We thank you for attending the 14th Annual Rebecca’s Dream Benefit and Auction, supporting RD through your financial generosity, volunteering, sponsoring, and for walking the path with us to reduce stigma of mental illness while we educate our audience and beyond. Because of your support we bring impactful programs to the community.
With infinite gratitude,
The Board of Directors of Rebecca’s Dream
Rebecca’s Dream College Scholarships in Memory of Dr. Harlan Haimes
Rebecca’s Dream 2019 Mental Health Award is an annual award that celebrates three exceptional high school seniors from Illinois schools. These students share in Rebecca’s Dream’s mission and vision to reduce the stigma of mental illness and ‘Change the Face of Depression.’
The high school students selected for this award each receive $1,500 and recognition on Rebecca’s Dream’s website.
Lovie Binion
Lyons Township High School
Morish Shah,
Stevenson High School
Ally Fein
Deerfield High School
Dr. Harlan Haimes Scholarships are in memory of our Co-founder, Dr. Harlan Haimes.
Rebecca’s Dream is grateful to Harlan for his dedication, devotion and vision to reduce the stigma of mental illness by promoting awareness and compassionate understanding of depression and bipolar disorder as real diseases.
The awardees were recognized at the 14th Annual Benefit and Silent Auction. Susan Haimes presented the awards in memory of her husband, Dr. Harlan Haimes. Joining her in the presentation were daughter Shara Lieberman and granddaughters Hannah and Marissa Lieberman.
Some Impressions from our Gala Event!
UPCOMING EVENTS
“Feeling gratitude and not expressing it is like wrapping a present and not giving it.”
-William Arthur Ward
“IT’S ALL IN YOUR HEAD”
‘’IT’S ALL IN YOUR HEAD” contains information about: ADHD, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, stigma, symptoms and ways to cope.
Author and illustrator Marlee F. Is a teen living successfully with depression. As Marlee struggled to understand her thoughts, feelings and moods she created “IT’S ALL IN YOUR HEAD.” Marlee’s passion became helping teens easily understand they are not alone during difficult mental health challenges ~ help she wishes she had during her early years of confusion and shame.
Mental disorders don’t discriminate.
One in five teens are affected by some form of disorder severe enough to impact their daily lives.
However, with professional help and self-care most teens feel better within 4-6 weeks.
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