Newsletter: Promoting Health and Wellness in the Tenth District
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I'm heartbroken over the bigotry, racism and violence we witnessed in Charlottesville this weekend. The hate spewed by the white supremacists gathered there does not represent our American values. In the face of this senseless violence, we must stand united as a country that embraces its diversity. Those seeking to sow division and fear will ultimately fail because there is far more that unites us as Americans than divides us. As we remember the victims and pray for the injured, I hope you will join me in considering what we can each do to promote tolerance and equality in our own communities.
Please read on for a recap of Saturday's Health and Wellness Fair, some takeaways from my recent visit to Israel, and invites to many upcoming events in the District.
PROMOTING HEALTH AND WELLNESS IN THE TENTH DISTRICT
On Saturday, we hosted a Health and Wellness Fair at Round Lake High School. Over thirty area health organizations were on hand to offer free health screenings, vaccinations, information, school registration and more for attendees. There was fun to be had too with a free Zumba class and a demonstration by the Lake County Sherriff's K-9 unit.
I'm very glad this event could help to connect constituents with the many health resources available in our community. Thank you to all the participating organizations, including Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center, NorthShore University HealthSystem Medical Group, Advocate Children's Hospital, American Society for Dermatologic Surgery Association, Walgreens, Walmart, Round Lake School District and many more.
A full list of participating organizations is available on our website.
VISITING ISRAEL
Last week I had the opportunity to travel to Israel with more than 50 fellow members of Congress.
Over the course of our stay, we visited Jerusalem, Tel Aviv and Tiberius, as well as the Sea of Galilee and the Dead Sea. We stood on the Israeli-Lebanese border and learned about Hizbollah's 150,000 increasingly sophisticated rockets that now threaten more than 70 percent of Israel's population. We were in the Golan Heights, looking down into Syria where we could hear explosions and fighting between Syrian factions from the nearby towns. And we also spoke with the doctor in charge of the Israeli field hospital that has provided health care to thousands of wounded and ill Syrians suffering from more than six years of civil war.
More than anything else, we had the chance to talk with people. We met with Israeli Jews and Israeli Arabs. We heard from experts on issues ranging from politics to social issues, economic development and national security. We spoke with philanthropists and entrepreneurs, politicians and journalists, humanitarians and historians.
The key takeaways from our trip: Virtually everyone in the region wants peace through a two-state solution—the Jewish state of Israel and a Palestinian state living side-by-side in peace and security. It was also very clear that Israel is our most important ally in a very dangerous region because, like the United States, it is a vibrant democracy, with shared values and common strategic interests. These shared interests include finding a resolution to the Syrian civil war, as well as curtailing Iran's destabilizing regional activities and ending the long term nuclear threat.
YOU'RE INVITED: FEDERAL BUDGET WORKSHOP
Our federal budget workshop with The Concord Coalition was one of our most popular events this spring. We're holding another session on Thursday, August 17 at the Glenview Public Library. We will engage in a realistic discussion about the federal budget, examine how several recent policy proposals could impact our nation's economy, debt and deficit, and work in small groups to formulate fiscal solutions.
RSVP is required. Register to attend here.
YOU'RE INVITED: SERVICE ACADEMY INFORMATION SESSION
Every year, I have the high honor to nominate outstanding young people from the Tenth District to attend the U.S. military service academies. This month, I'm hosting an informational session for students and families to learn more about the nomination and application processes for the:
- U.S. Air Force Academy,
- U.S. Coast Guard Academy,
- U.S. Merchant Marine Academy,
- U.S. Military Academy (West Point), and
- U.S. Naval Academy.
Representatives from each of the academies will also be in attendance to speak about their institution and answer questions.
Learn more and RSVP to attend here!
YOU'RE INVITED: SENIOR HEALTH CARE FORUM
I'm hosting a discussion about Medicare and other health care resources for Tenth District seniors in conjunction with the Northeastern Illinois Agency on Aging, AARP, and the Alzheimer's Association, Greater Illinois Chapter.
This event is free, open to the public, and intended for seniors. Due to limited space, registration is required.
Learn more and RSVP to attend here!
NEIGHBORHOOD OFFICE HOURS
Our office hosts frequent Neighborhood Office Hours for constituents to more easily meet with caseworkers and staff to discuss any federal issues that they may have and learn more about services our office can provide. We're here to help if you have issues with Medicare, Social Security, the Veterans Administration, immigration and more.
While I'm in the district this week, I'm joining two of our Neighborhood Office Hours in Grayslake and Waukegan. I hope you'll come out and chat in-person.
Grayslake Public Library
100 Library Lane, Grayslake, IL 60030
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
3:00 – 5:00pm
Waukegan Park Place Senior Center
414 S. Lewis Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085
Thursday, August 17, 2017
3:00 – 5:00pm
Check out the full schedule on our website.
WEEKLY WRAP-UP
Posing with the group after speaking at the Waukegan2College orientation event. This wonderful program works to prepare young people who will be the first in their families to attend college. I was joined at the event by Maria, who is interning in our Lincolnshire office this summer and is a graduate of the program. I can't wait to see all these young people accomplish!
Joining in back-to-school events across Waukegan last Saturday. My thanks go out to everyone who participated to ensure our young people are ready and energized to learn in the new year. Photos from Trinity AME, New Hope Missionary Baptist, Miguel Juarez Middle School, and Most Blessed Trinity.
As always, please continue to stay in touch and share your thoughts, either by calling our DC office at (202) 225-4835 or emailing via our website.
Thanks for reading!
Sincerely,
Brad Schneider
Member of Congress