Sanjeevani 4 U

Annual warm clothes drive & donations
2021-12-01 08:00 - 2021-12-11 17:00 (America/Chicago)
Sanjeevani begins its annual warm clothes donations from December 1-December 11.
The donations are directly given to the homeless and needed in shelters in the holiday time.
These are collected for both adults/kids:
– gently used sweaters, jackets, coats, scarves, gloves, caps
– toiletries
– non perishable food items

These are addresses to drop:
1. 2104 Birchwood Lane, Buffalo Grove, Il 60089
2. 4051 Juneberry Rd, Naperville, IL 60564

Youth Mental Health
2021-12-01 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)
Sanjeevani has noted significant calls in the last few months related to mental helath of kids/teenagers/youth.

Join to hear from the youth and team, of ways to minimize the concerns.
Zoom and via Facebook Live

Talk and event on Sex Therapy
2022-02-02 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)
Join to hear from Hannah Dismer (Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Sexuality Educator) about:
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what is sex therapy?
why is it needed?
when can someone seek this ?
how is it connected with mental health?
what are some symptoms when therapy is needed?
has the pandemic resulted in issues with intimacy or sex?
why is it taboo to talk of this?
can domestic abuse result due to sex or lack of sex?
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Online event via Zoom and Facebook Live

Mental health fair - Schaumburg Township
2022-03-27 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago)
Minds Matter – Mental Health Fair by Schaumburg Township.
Sanjeevani has a table to mark May as #mentalhealthawarenessmonth

5K walk/run activity
2022-05-30 08:00 - 10:00 (America/Chicago)
Join for a 5K walk or run on May 30 at 8 am.
It is free event but registration is required.
Link – https://bit.ly/5kMay22

July - Weekly De-Stress Session#1
2022-07-07 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)
Join to hear and discuss with our youth team – every Thursday from 7-8 pm cst.
Free event on WEEKLY DE-STRESS
Different topics and activities.
Zoom link – https://bit.ly/3nNf6dL

July - Weekly De-Stress Session#2
2022-07-14 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)

Donations
2022-07-15 08:00 - 2022-08-20 17:00 (America/Chicago)
2022 Fall Donations:
Below are locations for dropff – please drop off by between 15 July to 20 August.
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– Clothes
men’s, women’s (includes ethnic clothes) and children’s clothes, coats, shoes, scarves, handbags, wallets, fashion accessories, ties, belts, backpacks, etc.
– Household Textiles
​bedding, comforters, blankets, sheets, towels, linen, tablecloths, curtains, pillows, etc.
All items must be clean and in sellable condition.
Please use bags for clothes and textiles and tightly packed boxes for small household goods.
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They can dropped at the following locations (in front of address):
THE DONATIONS DROP OFF has now closed.
Thank you to everyone who have donated.

July - Weekly De-Stress Session#3
2022-07-21 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)

July - Weekly De-Stress Session#4
2022-07-28 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)

"Sexual assault" - talk & information on support group (1/2)
2022-12-07 19:30 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)
Join Saira Sial share information on this topic.

"Sexual assault" - talk & information on support group (2/2)
2023-01-19 19:30 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)

Minds Matter 2023
2023-05-02 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago)
JOIN THE TOWNSHIP’S MENTAL HEALTH COMMITTEE FOR THE SIGNATURE MINDS MATTER
MENTAL HEALTH FAIR ON MAY 2 FROM 4-7PM AT ONE ILLINOIS BLVD., HOFFMAN ESTATES IL
60169.
LEARN ABOUT VARIOUS MENTAL HEALTH TOPICS FROM SPEAKERS AND CAN INTERACT WITH MANY EXHIBITORS.
NO RESERVATION NEEDED FOR THIS FREE EVENT.

5K Run/Walk
2023-05-07 08:00 - 10:00 (America/Chicago)
Join for our 3rd 5K Run/Walk on May 7, 2023.
Registration link – bit.ly/5k2023
May is #mentalhealthawareness month

Hattie - Don't Be Afraid To Fall (Comedy Show)
2023-05-20 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago)
Join for –
a standup comedy special processing a healing journey from a suicide attempt
by
YASH HATKAR

TRUE STORY….
WHY?
May is #mentalhealthawarenessmonth

8th anniversary & gala
2023-10-01 17:30 - 21:00 (America/Chicago)

Talk event on "4 paths to divorce"
2023-10-25 17:00 - 17:30 (America/Chicago)
Wednesday special session with Michael Cohen – Divorce Mediator
Online Facebook live – https://www.facebook.com/events/988042228927893

Screening for "To kill a tiger"
2023-10-27 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago)
Sharing information on film – “To kill a tiger” for NYC and Midwest/Chicago friends who may be interested
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A farmer in rural India takes on the justice system after his 13-year-old daughter survives a heinous sexual assault. @ToKillATigerDoc is powerful testament to a father’s love and is not just a documentary, it’s a movement: #StandWithHer

Opens in NYC on October 20th at @filmforumnyc, in select theaters and nationwide October 27th.

Executive Produced by Mindy Kaling, Rupi Kaur and Dev Patel, winner of 19 awards and named “one of the most anticipated movies of Fall 2023” by the New York Times.

Tickets at: www.ToKillATigerFilm.com/watch

#ToKillATiger #StandWithHer #StandWithSurvivors
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Chicago screening is on October 27

This month is #domesticabuseawareness
Community needs #DomesticAbuse

Budgeting Basics - Financial 101 series
2024-01-14 15:00 - 15:30 (America/Chicago)
Please join Veena Jagannath who presents session on BUDGETING BASICS – as part of Financial awareness series.
Veena is a senior financial professional working in a global multi national company.
The session is via Facebook live – https://www.facebook.com/events/302354042272238

Credit cards & Credit scores - Financial Series #2
2024-02-18 15:00 - 15:30 (America/Chicago)
Please join Veena Jagannath who presents session on CREDIT CARDS & CREDIT SCORES – as part of Financial awareness series.
Veena is a senior financial professional working in a global multi national company.
https://www.facebook.com/events/2288833017993350

5K run & walk - 2024
2024-05-05 08:00 - 10:00 (America/Chicago)
Join our 5K run/walk to mark awareness to Mental Health in the month of May.

BREAKING THE SILENCE about Gender & Sexuality in the South Asian Community
2024-07-27 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
The session is hybrid (in person and online).—<<Hear parent stories of what support makes possible for LGBTQIA+ folks
<<Review the basics of gender identity and expression, including terminology that allies should use to create an affirming community.
<<Examine research and data about the lived experiences of those who identify as trans and/or nonbinary to ensure we are better equipped to illustrate the real harm of policies that attack these identities.
<<Reinforce our responsibilities as allies to engage in the fight for equality.
<<Participate in an interactive discussion putting what you’ve learned to work, by sharing how you’d navigate a few scenarios.
—Registration link to be shared shortly. Event is FREE.Questions – info@sanjeevani4u.com

Please scan and register for the Zoom link.—Presenters are Rahul Deshmukh and Mahereen AhearnPresentation by https://www.desirainbow.org/

Monthly Support Group
2025-01-05 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago)
Free support group for DV victims/survivors restarts in person and on zoom from March 2024 from 1-2 pm cst. Link to register – https://bit.ly/MonthlySupportGrp

Schedule – 1st Saturday of each month 1-2 pm cst
Venue – 930, National Parkway Unit 104 Schaumburg, IL
Zoom option also available

Safe and confidential setting and environment

Please email info@sanjeevani4u if interested to join –
Or register at the link above
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Why Support Group?

The experience of domestic violence can leave survivors feeling a variety of overwhelming and complex emotions including confusion, hopelessness, insecurity, shame, anger, and loss. This domestic violence therapy group can offer survivors of abuse the opportunity to explore these emotions along with other crucial components to healing such as dealing with the reactions of family and friends, community response and possibly explore earlier traumatic experiences. The premises of healing from domestic abuse is based on the interweaving of the trauma, recovery, and empowerment psychological models. Safety planning, community resources to include medical, legal, and social services, mental health wellness, and other needs will be addressed.

In group, survivors find a common voice which conveys acceptance and emphasizes person’s power to heal. The group facilitates a safe environment where women can feel heard, supported, and empowered in their journey towards healing.

Facilitator: Arti Persaud PhD, LCPC, LMHC is a Community Psychologist and licensed clinical professional counselor in Illinois and Florida. She has been practicing as a clinical mental health therapist for over 18 years. She works primarily with trauma survivors at her private practice and teaches part time at two universities in the area.

Sanjeevani4U DV counsellors will also be facilitators.

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There is going to be separate support group for male.

Free Clinic for mental health
2025-01-16 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago)
FREE CLINIC has begun from April 2024. The schedule is third Thursday of every month from 6-7 pm cst.
Please make an appointment at https://sanjeevani4u.com/clone/makeappt/
It is IN-PERSON only.

Chai & Chat (Jan/Feb 2025)
2025-01-18 15:00 - 2025-02-01 16:00 (America/Chicago)
In Partnership with NAMI – the organization Sanjeevani4U brings the 3 part sessions on #mentalwellness and #mentalhealth especially for #SouthAsians.
January 18
January 25
February 1

5K run/walk
2025-05-03 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago)
Are you ready to join us for the fun of the 5K run (or walk).
It is FREE
Please share and join the event and support #mentalhealthawareness
Scan the QR code in the flyer or click this link to register – https://bit.ly/5k-2025

Medals for 1st/2nd/3rd winners (adult male/female)
& also medals for ages 5-12
This 5K event is supported by Schaumburg Township Mental Health Board!

Unwind with Yoga
2025-08-20 18:30 - 19:30 UTC
Yoga isn’t just for the body — it’s for the mind too.
Each breath, each stretch, each moment of stillness is a step toward better mental well-being.

Whether it’s calming anxiety, boosting mood, or building emotional resilience — yoga is a powerful tool for mental health.

Start small. Breathe deeply. Move mindfully.
Your mind will thank you.

AUGUST 20 at 6.30 pm cst
WILLIAM E PETERSON PARK, Vernon Hills

FREE event, please bring a mat

#YogaAndMentalHealth #MindfulLiving #EmotionalWellness #BreatheAndHeal #YogaJourney #InnerPeace #mentalhealthmatters

Youth Mental Health
2025-08-28 17:30 - 18:30 UTC
Venue – Indo American Center (IAC)
Date/Time – Last Thursday of each month from 5.30-6.30 pm cst starting May 2025
Topics –
Session 1: Foundations of Positive Parenting

Positive parenting strategies

Building student confidence

Academic support and managing academic expectations

Session 2: Understanding and Addressing Mental Health

Addressing youth mental health concerns and reducing stigma

Supporting children in coping with peer pressure

Understanding risk factors for substance use

Session 3: Empathy and Emotional Connection

Developing empathy and emotional connection with children

Empathy and emotional connections (merged for clarity)

Healing personal trauma to become a more effective parent

Session 4: Strengthening Bonds and Managing Conflict

Strengthening parent-child bonding and managing family conflict

Strengthening child and family bonding, managing conflict (merged)

Using rewards and recognition to support bonding and good behavior

Session 5: Managing Behavior and Aggression

Managing aggressive behavior in elementary-aged children

Helping children reduce aggressive or antisocial behavior

Bullying prevention and response

Session 6: Navigating Media and Technology

Reducing media influence on children

Parenting children struggling with addiction (social media, gaming, substances, etc.)

Session 7: Recognition, Motivation, and Behavior

Rewards and recognition (continued/reinforced from Session 4)

Supporting positive behaviors through motivation and encouragement

Session 8: Wrap-Up and Application

Integrate key themes from all sessions

Collaborative Q&A and case discussion

Action planning for parents

Chai & Chat
2025-09-09 17:30 - 19:00 UTC
Chai & Chat: A 3-Part Conversation Series on Mental Health for NAMI CCNS

Join us for an honest, heartwarming series of conversations around mental health, healing, and community — all over a cup of chai.

Whether you’re looking to learn, share, or simply listen, this is a safe space for all. Attend online or in person!

Session 1: ONLINE ONLY
Monday, Sept 9 | 5:30–7 PM CST
Zoom (link shared after registration)
Register here: https://bit.ly/chaichatregistration

Sessions 2 & 3: HYBRID (In Person + Zoom)
Tuesday, Sept 24 | 5:30–7 PM CST
In person at Skokie Library and on Zoom

Special Incentive:
Participants who attend all sessions will receive a small gift as a token of appreciation!

Let’s sip, share, and support each other in building mental wellness.
#ChaiAndChat #MentalHealthMatters #CommunityHealing #SafeSpaces #TalkItOut

10th Anniversary Gala & Dinner
2025-10-11 18:00 - 21:30 UTC
10 Years. Countless Lives. One Mission.
We’re turning 10—and you’re invited to celebrate this incredible milestone with us!

Join us for our 10th Anniversary Gala as we honor a decade of dedication to mental health, advocacy, and community care.

Saturday, October 11 2025
6:00 PM
The Matrix Club, Naperville

Come for an evening filled with:
Inspiring stories
Live entertainment
Dinner & celebration
Heartfelt connections

Whether you’ve walked beside us as a volunteer, donor, partner, or supporter—this night is for you.

Reserve your seat today: Please contact anyone from the flyer

Let’s celebrate the past and light the way for the next decade of impact!

#10YearsOfHope #AnniversaryGala #CommunityStrong #SocialImpact
