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- Location:
- Winnetka, IL, 60093
- Phone:
- 8474465606 x 201
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What is Erika's Lighthouse?
"A beacon of hope for adolescent depression"
Erika's Lighthouse is dedicated to raising awareness about adolescent depression and mental health for young people. We strongly believe that early identification and intervention can help young people get the help they need to lead happy, healthy, and productive lives.
What is Our Purpose?
1) To advocate for people who have depression
2) To educate others on this treatable illness
3) To eliminate stigma by talking about it
What is Depression?
Depression is still a very misunderstood illness. Many people don’t recognize it as a disease that requires professional attention. But, in reality it is a very serious medical condition that is no different than heart disease, cancer or diabetes.
Depression is an epidemic. It affects one in eight adolescents, and has the potential to destroy lives. On top of the prevalence of the disease, many teens go undiagnosed either out of shame, or failure to recognize the warning signs.
Our goal is to make sure everyone understands that there is help and hope out there, and that mental health is for EVERYONE!
What is ELH Club at NTHS?
ELH club at NTHS is a student group that raises awareness about depression in NTHS through fundraisers and other fun events like the walk-a-thon, the benefit concert, the teen panel presentation and much more.
When Do We Meet?
*Tuesdays after school at the Winnetka campus in room 109
*Tuesdays before school at the Northfield campus in room D221
EXCEPT the first Tuesday of the month will only meet at the Winnetka campus
How Do We Make a Difference?
-Educating others through panel presentations
-Organizing the ELH Walk-a-thon
-Participating in Wellness Week/Mental Health Week
-Hosting a benefit concert
-Displaying art on mental health
How Can I Help?
1. Join ELH club at NTHS
2. Come to our events like the walk-a-thon
3. Wear ELH clothing
4. Tell someone about our website
5. Educate yourself on the warning signs of depression
6. Teach someone else what you know about depression
Where Can I Send My Questions?
For Questions about ELH Club
Contact Heather Steward at:
heather@havenforyouth.org
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Erika's Lighthouse
Erika's Lighthouse These are activities and events put on by ELH at club meetings or around school.
Erika's Lighthouse The Loyola panel was great! A big thanks to the panelists Sam, Charlie, Adnan and Katie who participated!
Erika's Lighthouse Great first meeting everyone! Check out our discussion board for up-to-date club meeting minutes!
Erika's Lighthouse Erika's Lighthouse Club is back! Our first club meeting of the 2009-2010 school year is this Tuesday, September 1st in room 109 after school. Please join us, we have a very exciting and eventful year planned. And, as always delicious snacks will be provided:)
Erika's Lighthouse Thank you to everyone who helped out or participated in the walk-a-thon on Sunday. It was a gorgeous day with a great turnout. Your support means so much!
Erika's Lighthouse Each year, Erika's Lighthouse hosts a walkathon to raise money to fund the organization. The money helps us spread awareness and educate people about depression.
Erika's Lighthouse The teens of Erika's Lighthouse present a panel of true stories about depression to other teens in hope to educate adolescents on the red flags and destigmatize this disease.
Erika's Lighthouse Mark your calendar! The 6th annual rock-n-rally walk-a-thon is Sunday, May 17th at 3:30 at NTHS west. You can sign up early to reserve your spot on our web: www.erikaslighthouse.org. Hope to see you there!!!
