Erika's Lighthouse is a 501(C)(3) charitable organization based in Winnetka, Illinois. Founded in 2004, our mission is to "shed light on adolescent depression" through understanding, early identification, education and most of all, stigma busting. It is estimated that from 15-20% of children under 20 will suffer at least one depressive episode. Often, even their close friends don't know the depth of their suffering. Thanks to generous grants and donations, we are able to offer free of charge a variety of materials, programs and activities designed to help teens in middle school and beyond, their parents, teachers and health professionals identify depression and the behaviors that can lead to suicide. Thank you for visiting our website. We hope we have been able to help you on your journey. Remember, you are not alone.

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    T-Shirt - Prizes - Food - Music - Fun!
    Sunday, May 20, from 2 - 4 p.m.
    Hubbard Woods Gazebo at Green Bay Rd. & Gage St., Winnetka

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  • Charles T. Rubey Loss Award will be presented to Tom and Ginny Neuckranz

    The LOSS Program is offered by Catholic Charities in Chicago. It provides support services for individuals and families who have lost a loved one to suicide.

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  • Naomi Ruth Cohen 11th Annual Community Mental Health Conference

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    Sunday, June 3, from 12:30 - 5:30 p.m.
    Beth Emet The Free Synagogue, 1224 Dempster Street, Evanston, IL

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  • New View of Depression: An Ailment of the Entire Body

    Scientists are increasingly finding that depression and other psychological disorders can be diseases that affect the body as much as the mind.

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  • Explore our exciting new partnership with The Balanced Mind Foundation

    To help teens and parents better understand adolescent depression, we have collaborated with them on producing webinars and podcasts.

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