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A Place to Belong – Meet Our Space Member, Nick

A Place to Belong – Meet Our Space Member, Nick

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  • Post published:February 24, 2021
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On the first day Nick walked into the Our Space community room, he knew it was a very special place. Just two short years later, he finds himself serving as…

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Parachute House Offers Hope for Those Struggling with Mental Illness

Parachute House Offers Hope for Those Struggling with Mental Illness

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  • Post published:February 11, 2021
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While many community organizations are reducing their level of in-person contact in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, Our Space, Inc.’s Parachute House Peer-Run Respite is meeting people face-to-face in the…

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Our Space 2020 Employees of the Year

Our Space 2020 Employees of the Year

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  • Post published:January 21, 2021
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2020 has handed each of us a multitude of challenges. The pandemic has caused us to redefine much of what we viewed as “normal,” creating unease, unrest, and uncertainty. 2020…

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Writing a New Story – Meet Peer Support Specialist, Jenn

Writing a New Story – Meet Peer Support Specialist, Jenn

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  • Post published:January 21, 2021
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When Jennifer was growing up, it seemed the cards were stacked against her. She lived in poverty, the victim of sexual abuse, diagnosed with countless mental health disorders, and self-medicating…

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Writing an Exceptional Story – Meet Our Space Direct Services Manager, Jennifer

Writing an Exceptional Story – Meet Our Space Direct Services Manager, Jennifer

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  • Post published:January 21, 2021
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The road that led Jennifer to Our Space was not one easily travelled. However, despite the difficult path she journeyed, it created a story that she now uses to make…

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Paying it Forward After a Life Changed – Meet Peer Support Specialist, Robbie.

Paying it Forward After a Life Changed – Meet Peer Support Specialist, Robbie.

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  • Post published:January 11, 2021
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When Robbie thinks back on his childhood, it doesn’t hold the typical memories of a young boy. Growing up without siblings, to a single mom who was regularly in the…

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Unmasking the Face of Mental Health – Andy’s Story

Unmasking the Face of Mental Health – Andy’s Story

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  • Post published:December 29, 2020
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“Mental illness is not easy, but we are still people. We shouldn’t be labeled. Like me, I’m a slow learner, and I was labeled as mentally retarded.  I didn’t fit…

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Unmasking the Face of Mental Health – Alicia’s Story

Unmasking the Face of Mental Health – Alicia’s Story

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  • Post published:December 14, 2020
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Alicia grew up in one of Chicago’s roughest neighborhoods. The Robert Taylor Homes was housing complex of 28 densely packed high-rise apartment buildings known for poverty, gang violence, and drugs.…

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Unmasking the Face of Mental Health – Matt’s Story

Unmasking the Face of Mental Health – Matt’s Story

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  • Post published:December 3, 2020
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Despite the difficulties Matt faces every day, he is one of the most open, honest, and humble individuals you might ever have the chance to meet. He will be the…

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Unmasking the Face of Mental Health – Simone’s Story

Unmasking the Face of Mental Health – Simone’s Story

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  • Post published:December 3, 2020
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Optimistic, goal-oriented, encouraging and positive – If you ever have the pleasure of speaking with Simone, these are just a few words that might come to mind. In spite of…

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  • Writing an Exceptional Story – Meet Our Space Direct Services Manager, Jennifer

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