Genealogy Society celebrates Black History Month with free program by noted speaker, Janis Minor Forté.
South Suburban Genealogical & Historical Society celebrates Black History Month on Sat., Feb. 8 at 10 a.m. Noted genealogist Janis Minor Forté presents a free program, “Seven Proven Strategies for Identifying Slave Ownership and Reconstructing Slave Era Families.”
On January 21, 1861, in Alabama, Meshack Ross, a person of color, petitioned the Mobile County Court to become a slave. However, he was born a free person of color and was never a slave. Researchers studying African Americans before the 1870 census are confronted with the scarcity of documents that were specific to names and kin groups. This program aims to help participants continue their genealogical pursuits by providing strategies for family reconstruction and identifying slave owners.
Janis Minor Forté is an experienced genealogist, lecturer and writer and has presented at national, state and local genealogical conferences including RootsTech, NGS and Ohio Genealogical Society conferences. She is also a Track Coordinator for the Midwest African American Genealogy Institute (MAAGI). Her presentation specialties include methodology and problemsolving techniques, skill building and case studies. She is also skilled in on-site and online research. Forté is a graduate of the University of Chicago with a Masters Degree in Social Service Administration.
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Janis will present at in the Senior Auditorium at the Martin J. Kauchak Public safety Building, 3000 W. 170th Place, Hazel Crest, Ill. 60429. Those who wish to view the presentation on Zoom must register at https://zoom.us/ meeting/register/EdXdmcMTfuO232gXHzC-g
About South Suburban Genealogical & Historical Society: Since 1968, South Suburban Genealogical and Historical Society has assisted people tracing their family history and local history. The society maintains a genealogical research library in Hazel Crest that is free and open to the public. SSGHS also conducts classes in genealogical research; offers free public programs on genealogical and historical topics; offers research services; and publishes a monthly newsletter and a twice-yearly journal. The society actively collects materials regarding the townships of south Cook and north Will counties, plus Chicago’s Roseland and Pullman neighborhoods. Information is at ssghs.org or by calling (708) 335-33340.
The Towle Theater opens their 1st show of their 22nd season with a humorously touching musical, The Mad Ones!
The Towle Theater is pleased to open their 2025 Season with The Mad Ones by Kait Kerrigan and Bree Lowdermilk. The production is Directed by Dion Stover, with Music Direction by John Phillips. The production is exclusively sponsored by Hammond Horseshoe Casino.
The Mad Ones follows 18-year-old Samantha Brown, as she sits in a hand-me-down car with the keys clutched in her hand. Caught between a yearning for the unknown and feeling bound by expectation, she telescopes back to a time before her world had fallen apart. As she sits in the driver’s seat, she faces a choice: will she follow in her mother’s footsteps, or take the dare of her impetuous best friend and chart a new path?
Making their Towle debuts are Elizabeth Bushell (Wilmette,IL), Tony Calkins (Chicago, IL), Madison Meeron (Chicago ,IL ), and Lauren Reece (Chicago, IL).
The Mad Ones runs February 28th, March 1-2, & March 7-9. Friday performances are at 7:30pm, and Saturdays & Sundays are at 2pm. The box office opens 1 hour prior to performance time. Tickets are $24 in advance and $28 at the door. Reservations must be paid for in advance. They are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. Group rates are available. There is no late seating. Please arrive no later than 15 minutes prior to curtain. If you arrive after curtain, you will not be seated until intermission.
The Towle Theater is located in beautiful downtown Hammond at 5205 Hohman Avenue. Due to major renovations happening in Downtown Hammond parking is available right in front of the building on Hohman Avenue as well as the gravel lot located on Sibley. For more information call 219-937-8780 or visit www.towletheater.org.
Trinity Christian College presents The Calvin and Inès Seerveld Art Collection, show opening February 6th
Trinity Christian College is pleased to announce the official opening of The Calvin and Inès Seerveld Art Collection. The collection of 80+ art works–including two stunning sculptures– have been bequeathed to Trinity. The collection includes art works acquired by the previous two generations of Inès’ family in Europe as well as works by contemporary artists whom Cal and Inès have encouraged. A portion of the collection will be on display from February 6- 27, 2025 in the Seerveld Art Gallery on Trinity’s campus.
Friends of the College and former students count Professor Seerveld as the major influence on their own and Trinity’s formative years. He left an enduring legacy by helping design Trinity’s original curriculum, giving his early academic career to encouraging students to think Christianly about their culture and their academic
disciplines, establishing social action seminars for students and community, and presenting many chapel meditations, later collected in Take Hold of God and Pull and For God’s Sake, Run with Joy. His books on aesthetics are still used by art and philosophy majors at Trinity and elsewhere.
The works from the Seerveld collection were mostly gathered from the walls of their home. Cal’s deep interest is in showing the place art can have in the ordinary life of a Christian. Or of a Christian college.
“It is our hope that the collection of art will give coming generations of students a pleasing instruction on the imagination-stretching gift of art. The artistry here can challenge a person to reflect on matters in God’s world and possibly gain a few grains of wisdom. We trust that the Inès and Calvin Seerveld bequest will be a blessing to Trinity Christian College in its outreach to be redemptive somehow in the imaginative life of students, neighbours and visitors,” wrote Cal Seerveld in his correspondence about the bequest.
This bequest follows many other demonstrations of the Seervelds’ love for the College: lectures for students and
alumni, dramatic performances of the Song of Songs and Ecclesiastes, the dedication of the Seerveld Art Gallery, the establishment of the Seerveld Arts in Society Fund, and now the Seerveld Art Collection. Alumnus Peter Enneson has worked tirelessly on the Toronto end to make this gift possible. Emeriti Professors Brad Breems, John Bakker, and MichaeI VanderWeele, stewards of the Seerveld Arts in Society Fund, have worked steadily on the Trinity end to prepare for it.
We invite you to help us celebrate at the Opening Reception on Thursday, February 6, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. CDT in the Seerveld Gallery, located in the Art and Communication Center on the campus of Trinity Christian College. The opening will feature comments by President Aaron Kuecker, reading of a commissioned poem by Alumnus John Terpstra, and a lecture by Emeritus Professor John Bakker. Light refreshments will be served.
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Q: We recently moved next to a golf course, and an errant ball broke one of our windows. We called the clubhouse, but they did not want to help. Are we on the hook to pay for a new window?
A: Living on a golf course means living with golf balls. While the golfer who broke your window should own up and take responsibility, she is not legally responsible for the damage if she was otherwise playing normally. Golfers need to take ordinary care when playing, but sometimes even the best golfers will hit a wild shot. If she was acting negligently when it happened, perhaps taking a running start like in the movies, then she would have been on the hook.
Buying a house on a golf course comes with the risk that an occasional ball will enter your property with the occasional golfer following it. If you live in a community association with a golf course, your governing documents will deal with this issue in much the same way. Typically these documents will also relieve the reasonable golfer from liability for accidental damage and allow a golfer to retrieve their lost ball. I occasionally hear from someone
who lives on a recently renovated course and is getting hit by balls much more often. Golf course operators need to take reasonable precautions to keep both their golfers and their neighbors safe and can be held liable if they fail to do so.
Sometimes people who already own a home have a golf course, driving range, or something similar, built next to them. If this happens, their new neighbor will need to take precautions to ensure that the existing homeowners are not negatively affected, such as putting up netting.
We know people who live on a golf course and they get pummeled with golf balls. They have protective netting and a lucrative side business of selling used golf balls that land on their property. E-mail us your Real Estate questions at Cathyah@aol.com. Thinking of selling your home? Call Cathy & Jim Higgins, Licensed Broker/Realtors in Indiana & Illinois. IN: 219-865-4361 IL: 708-8283304. McColly Real Estate. Website: www.Cathyhiggins.com. Personal Real Estate Journal: www.Higginshousechat. blogspot.com
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Once you retire, you’ll likely need to draw on a variety of financial sources — and one of the most important ones may be your 401(k). And for 2025, you can put even more money into your plan than ever.
You can invest in your 401(k) in one of two ways, depending on your employer’s plan. With a traditional 401(k), you contribute pre-tax dollars, which can lower your taxable income, and your money can grow tax deferred. If you have a Roth 401(k) option, you can contribute after-tax dollars, which aren’t deductible, but your eventual withdrawals will be tax-free if you’ve had your account at least five years and you’re at least 59½.
For either a traditional or Roth 401(k), as well as similar plans such as a 457(b) (for government employees) or a 403(b) (for educators and employees of some nonprofit groups), the contribution limit has increased by $500 for 2025, to $23,500. If you’re 50 or older, you can contribute an additional $7,500, for a total of $31,000. And under the SECURE 2.0 legislation, if you are between 60 and 63, you have a higher catch-up contribution — $11,250, instead of $7,500, for a total of $34,750.
If you can afford to contribute the full amount to your 401(k) or similar plan, consider doing so. Of course, not everyone is in that position. If you’re a younger worker, you may well have other financial obligations, such as paying off student loans. And even if you’ve been in the workforce for a while, you may be putting away money for other things — such as your children’s education — as well as your own retirement. But even if you can’t “max out” on your 401(k), try to contribute at least enough to earn your employer’s matching contribution, if one is offered.
Regardless of how much you contribute to your 401(k), consider these suggestions on managing the money within your plan:
• Create a portfolio that
fits your risk tolerance. Most 401(k) plans offer up to a dozen investment options, while some plans offer many more. You obviously want to increase your 401(k) balance as much as possible, but that doesn’t necessarily mean putting all your 401(k) dollars into the most aggressive funds available. Instead, consider spreading your 401(k) contributions among a range of investments, which can help you lower your risk level while still giving you opportunities for long-term growth. Everyone’s risk tolerance is different, though, so you’ll want to evaluate yours when constructing your 401(k) portfolio.
• Adjust your portfolio as needed. It’s a good idea to review your 401(k)’s investment mix at least once a year to see if it’s performing as you’d hoped. But be patient — one “down” year doesn’t necessarily mean you must make changes. However, as you approach retirement, you may want to lower the risk level of your 401(k) by moving some of your dollars into more conservative vehicles. Still, even when you’re retired and have started drawing money from your 401(k), you might want to keep some growth potential in it to help you stay ahead of inflation. By contributing what you can afford to your 401(k), and by carefully managing the investments within your plan, you can help maximize the value of this powerful retirement savings vehicle — and give yourself a key asset to help you enjoy your retirement years. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor, Patrick Zamkin, located at 18735 Dixie Hwy, Homewood, IL 60430. Contact us at (708) 798-9066. Edward Jones. Member SIPC.
NFL Alumnus Chris Draft Champions Lung Cancer Awareness Ahead of Super Bowl
As the nation anticipates Super Bowl LIX on February 8, 2025, former NFL linebacker Chris Draft continues his unwavering commitment to lung cancer advocacy, honoring the legacy of his late wife, Keasha, who succumbed to the disease in 2011. During her 1 year long battle with lung cancer, Keasha promoted the concept of “Team” by making the commitment to change the face of lung cancer. Through initiatives like American Cancer Society’s Advantage Humans which launched in 2015 just before Superbowl L, we are doing just that by prioritizing lung cancer research today and remaining tenacious in our fight.
In Chicago, Atlanta native Natalie Brown is currently seeking treatment for lung cancer. Her journey underscores the urgent need for continued advocacy and equitable access to care.
“As long as you have lungs you can get lung cancer,” said Brown. “I never expected this journey but I chose to fight, not just for myself but for everyone who needs a voice. No one should be overlooked. It’s time to prioritize research, prevention, and hope for all.”
Efforts like those of Chris Draft and advocates around the country are vital to raising awareness of lung cancer’s impact on underserved communities. In a
significant legislative development, the U.S. House of Representatives recently passed the Women and Lung Cancer Research and Preventive Services Act (H.R. 4534). This bipartisan bill mandates an interagency review by the Department of Health and Human Services to evaluate lung cancer research, prevention, and awareness, with a focus on women and underserved populations. The review aims to identify knowledge gaps, promote collaborative research, and enhance public education on lung cancer screening. (congress.gov)
Chris Draft’s advocacy aligns seamlessly with the objectives of H.R. 4534. By sharing his personal journey and collaborating with organizations like the American Cancer Society (ACS), he emphasizes the critical need for early detection and equitable access to care, particularly within African American communities. His efforts are instrumental in dismantling the stigma associated with lung cancer and promoting life-saving screenings.
As we observe Black History Month, it’s imperative to recognize and address the disparities in lung cancer outcomes among African Americans. Increased awareness, coupled with legislative support like H.R. 4534, paves the way for improved research, prevention, and treatment strategies that can save lives.
LOCAL CHURCHES
CHRIST COMMUNITY CHURCH, COGIC
1151 E. 170th St., South Holland
708-331-8389
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PASTOR DR. CARL E. KING, SR. WORSHIP SERVICES
SUNDAY
Church School 9:15 a.m.
Worship Services 10:30 a.m.
WEDNESDAY Bible Study…… 7:00 p.m.
COVENANT UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST
1130 East 154th St., South Holland
708-333-5955
www.covucc.org
PASTOR REV. DR. PATRICK L. DAYMOND WORSHIP SERVICES
Sunday Worship 7:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m.
Wed. Bible Study Noon
FIRST CHURCH (PCA)
3134 Ridge Rd, Lansing
708-474-9610
www.firstchurchpca.org
Morning Worship 9:30 a.m.
Sunday School 11:00 a.m.
Evening Worship 5:30 p.m.
JESUS LIGHTHOUSE OF LOVE
INTERNATIONAL MINISTRIES 19058 Burnham Ave, Lansing 312-206-1833
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I love a good donut. Perhaps a bit too much. Maybe you do too, or a perfectly baked loaf of homemade bread. If you’ve made these types of delicious food yourself, you understand the importance of yeast. Yeast — often called “leaven” in the Bible — is a crucial part of the bread making process.
In Galatians 5, we’re told that “a little leaven leavens the whole lump.” Put another way: “a little bit of yeast is enough for the whole loaf.”
Isn’t that true? Just a spoonful or two of yeast spreads throughout a whole loaf, fundamentally changing the dough’s substance.
In scripture, Jesus sometimes uses this picture to describe the Pharisees — those who were seeking to destroy Him. “Beware the leaven of the Pharisees,” he says in Luke 12.
Jesus is using yeast as a sharp picture of how the evils of this world spread so quickly and pervasively. Just a spoonful of spite and hatred can destroy a person’s relationships. Just a dash of anger can spread to all areas of someone’s life. Our sinfulness is so easily spread!
But Jesus also uses yeast as a positive. He says in Luke 13, “To what shall I compare the kingdom of God? It is like leaven that a woman took and hid in three measures of flour, until it was all leavened.”
In other words, God’s kingdom will spread invariably. The leaven of the Lord will cause His purposes in the world to rise.
The Lord will also sprinkle his yeast in your heart. Once you’ve become a child of God, you will begin to look more and more like Jesus Christ in your thoughts, words, and actions. Those leavened with Jesus are fundamentally and pervasively changed. A leavened lump of dough cannot be un-yeasted. Neither can a child of God be un-adopted.
So the next time you bite into a delicious donut, ask yourself: have I been forever changed by the powerful leaven of Jesus Christ?
Josh Bootsma Member, Covenant Fellowship Church cfcsh.org
FIRST ORTHODOX PRESBYTERIAN
CHURCH OF SOUTH HOLLAND
16248 South Park Ave., South Holland
708-333-8211
www.firstchurchsh.org
PASTOR REV. DANIEL SVENDSEN WORSHIP SERVICES
Sunday 9:30 a.m. & 5:30 p.m.
Sunday School 11:00 a.m.
GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH, LCMS
8303 Sheffield Avenue Dyer, IN 46311 (219) 865-1137
Bible Study Sunday 10:30 a.m. Monday...........................................7:00 p.m.
Saturday Prayer Service 10:30 a.m.
Bible Study: Sundays at ........9:15am (Sunday school at this time too) 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of the month (Ladies’ Bible Study) Wednesdays at 10am Thursdays at 10am (Nursery available for Sunday morning services)
www.unitynwi.org ALL WELCOME MINISTER: REV. GERALDINE COLVIN SUNDAY SERVICE.......................10:00 AM
LIBRARY HAPPENINGS
Calumet City Public Librar y
Address: 660 S Manistee Ave, Calumet City, IL 60409
Phone: (708) 862-6220
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Address: 14037 Lincoln Ave, Dolton, IL
Phone: 708-849-2385
Email: lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org
Website: www.doltonpubliclibrary.org
FEB. 7TH: Create to a Different Drum
January 8, 2025 from 3:30-4:30 pm. in the Youth Services Department. Kids ages 5-12 can create their own Drum! Register with Ms. Barbara @ 708-849-2385 x 4.
FEB. 13TH: Chicago Black Panther Party: Setting the Record Straight: A 50-Year Smear Campaign: Government, Police, and Media. Thursday, February 13, 2025 @ 4:30 pm. in the Josway auditorium. You don't need to register.
FEB. 17TH: Little Calumet River Underground Railroad Project: We welcome back Dr. Larry McClellan on Monday, February 17, 2025, at 4:30 pm. in the Josway auditorium as he teaches about the legacy of the Underground Railroad and the significant role Dolton Illinois played in that part of history.
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BE OUR VALENTINE! TREAT BAG GIVEAWAY ON FRIDAY, FEB. 14TH (While Supplies
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FEB 12TH: CREATIVE CRAFT w/ Ms. Barbara in Youth Services. Make a Special Valentine's Day Craft. Register by calling 708-849-2385 ext. 4 for kids 5-14 years.
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
FEB 20TH: ELDER RISK DETECTOR: Join Jessica Mercer, MSW, Aging & Disability Coordinator, on Thursday, February 20, 2025, from 11-12 pm. Learn about the signs of Adult and Elder Abuse: How to avoid them and What to do if they happen. Register by calling 708-849-2385 ext. 3
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THUR JAN 16-MARCH 27TH: SILVER FOXES, GREY WOLVES: SENIOR FITNESS PROGRAMMING: Classes are limited to 25 spots. Call to register at 708-849-2385 ext 3
FEB 8TH: COOKBOOK BOOK CLUB: Meet in the Josway on Saturday Feb 8, 2025, from 11-1 pm. To register contact Ms. Laura at 708-849-2385 ext 5.
EVERY MONDAY: STAY FIT with SHEENA STINSON: In house workout program. from 9:30-10:30 am. Register by calling 708-849-2385.
EVERY THIRD SATURDAY OF THE MONTH: BETWEEN THE PAGES: A VIRTUAL STORY TIME! Register by calling 708-849-2385 the link will be emailed to you.
EVERY SECOND TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: TODDLER TIME with Ms. Brooks: 10:45-11:45 AM. No registration is necessary. Daycares are welcome!
EVERY THIRD WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH: SIMON SAYS..GET UP AND MOVE wIth Ms. Lottie Maria: 11:30-12 PM Jump, Clap, and Dance. For Toddlers and Daycares welcome! Call to register at 708-849-2385 ext 4.
HOMEWORK HELP : Make an appointment with Ms. Brooks on Fridays or Saturdays by calling 708-849-2385 ext 4. Ages 5-12.
EVERY MONDAY: LINE DANCING WITH DAWN THE DANCING DEVA: From 1-2 pm. Call 708-849-2385 ext 3 to register.
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Address: 564 State St., Hammond
Phone: (219) 931-5100, ext. 310 or 307
Email: swishl@hammond.lib.in.us
Website: www.hammond.lib.in.us
Har vey Public Libr ar y
Address: 15441 Turlington, Harvey, IL 60426
Phone: 708-331-0757x3200
Email: has@harvey.lib.il.us
Website:www.harvey.lib.il.us
FREE online Line Dancing with Dawn the Diva, Tuesdays at 6:30pm
Join Us For Vir tual Programs : Each day at 4:00 pm, “stop” in for online family-fun at the Harvey Library Tuesday: Craft Wednesday: Story Time Thursday: Bacon Bits & Cooking Tips Monthly Virtual Music Class (Friday, check calendar each month)
Homewood Public Librar y
Address: 17917 Dixie Hwy, Homewood, IL 60430
Phone: (708) 798-0121
Email: hplhelp@homewoodlibrary.org
Website: www.homewoodlibrary.org/
Lansing Public Libr ar y
Address: 2750 Indiana Ave., Lansing IL
Phone: 708-474-2447
Email: shari@lansingpl.org
Website: www.lansingpl.org
Riverdale Public Librar y
Address: 208 W 144th St Riverdale, IL 60827
Phone: (708) 841-3311
Email: library@rpld.org
Website: www.rpld.org
Riverdale Public Library District Food Pantry
Our food pantry is open to everyone and is located in the entryway of library. Donations are also welcome and can be dropped off at the Circulation Desk. Please ensure that food items are non-perishable, non-glass containers and not expired.
Weekly Walking Group
9 – 10 am Ages: Adults/Seniors This walking program is for everyone interested in achieving a healthier lifestyle. What better way to start your path to better physical and emotional health, than on your feet making strides to help your heart and improve your general health.
South Holland Public Librar y Address: 16250 Wausau Ave., South Holland IL Phone: 708-527-3160 or 708-580-6161
Email: library@southhollandlibrary.org
Website: shlibrary.org/events-calendar
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Email: library@thorntonil us
Website: https://www thorntonlibrary org/
Of the Earth Sculpture Exhibition at The Morton Arboretum ends March 1
The stunning Of the Earth exhibition by Polish-American artist Olga Ziemska is on display for its final weeks at The Morton Arboretum. This outdoor installation, which debuted in May 2023, features five large-scale sculptures crafted from reclaimed tree branches and other natural materials. It will close March 1, 2025—this is the last chance for the public to experience this breathtaking display of art and nature at the Arboretum.
Of the Earth is the first major sculpture installation by a woman artist at the Arboretum and the largest exhibition by the Cleveland-based sculptor anywhere in the world. These monumental pieces explore the deep connection between humans and nature, offering a profound visual experience. The exhibition is free with daytime admission to the Arboretum, which can be purchased online in advance.
The five sculptures on display—Ona, Oculus, Strata, Hear: With an ear to the ground, and Stillness in Motion: The Matka series—are powerful reflections of the Arboretum’s 1,700-acre landscape while exploring Ziemska’s central and reoccurring theme, “We are nature.” With influences drawn from Ziemska’s Polish heritage and her philosophy on the intersections of science, art, and the environment, the works invite visitors to reconsider their relationship with the natural world.
“Olga’s work is deeply inspired by her Polish heritage, her experiences as a woman in the art world, and the very essence of the Arboretum’s natural landscapes,” said Amy Scott, the Arboretum’s head of exhibitions. “Her sculptures also reflect her thoughtful exploration of the connections between science, art, and philosophy.”
Ziemska’s sculptures range in size from 5 feet to 14 feet tall and span up to 45 feet in length. The pieces are made from a mix of organic and man-made materials, including steel and glass-fiber reinforced concrete, chosen to withstand the changing Midwest weather. Volunteers from the Arboretum helped prepare the natural materials, including fallen tree branches from species such as sugar maple and wild black cherry.
Among the key pieces is Ona, a 14-foot-tall female form with wind-swept tree branch hair and mirrored eyes, located on the Arboretum’s West Side. The exhibition’s other sculptures—Oculus, Strata, Hear: With an ear to the ground, and Stillness in Motion: The Matka series—also
delve into themes of connection to the Earth, using natural materials to create large-scale forms that embody human and environmental interactions.
For more information about Of the Earth and to purchase general admission tickets to experience the aweinspiring exhibition at The Morton Arboretum before it closes, visit mortonarb.org.
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WANTED - GARAGE TO STORE MY OLD DODGE CAR. Could use 1 or 2 Stall Garage. Prefer the Lansing area. Call James between 9am and 9pm, 708-460-8308 IN SEARCH OF OLDER COBRA CB RADIO BASE STATIONS & ACCESSORIES let me know what you have. Dan 312-720-0844
SENIOR LOOKING TO RENT 2 OR 3 BEDROOM HOUSE WITH GARAGE. Have Sect. 8, also have 24hr caregiver. Looking in Lansing, Calumet City, South Holland, or Thornton ASAP. Call 815-263-0490. Ask for Carol
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Vehicles
2017 TOYOTA TUNDRA FOR SALE - 1 owner, 100k miles, 6 Speed, 4-wheel drive, includes cover for bed, $26,000 OBO. Contact Paul at 708-878-8860
For Sale
1 GE electric stainless steel double oven, 1 Amana electric glass cooktop, both are in excellent condition. $600 for both or available separately. Best offer considered. 5 foot long, 30 inches high all glass jewelry case with light, $100 or best offer. NordiTrack treadmill in great shape, $150 or best offer. For more information, call 708-536-3228.
1960s Gilbert American Flyer Train Set All Aboard Pioneer 600 Model 6 square interlocking panels with rails mounted 5 unit train, buildings, landscape,transformer. box is rough $80 Dan 312-7200844
30 Gal Aquarium $35 Firm 219 670 2492
Oster turkey roaster 50.00, inline skates 30.00, Steno Machine with paper 120.00, Steno Machine with case and stand 100.00 708-517-3788
Toro Power Curve electric snow blower. Model 38025. Excellent condition. $70 Toro electric snow shovel. Model S-120. 12 inches wide. Perfect for small area and steps. $35.Call or text 708-673-9361
Toro Power Curve electric snow blower. Model 38025. Excellent condition. $70Toro electric snow shovel. Model S-120. 12 inches wide. Perfect for small area and steps. $35. Call or text 708-673-9361
Loveseat, very pretty, sofa sleeper, very comfortable, earth tone colors. $249. Two identical living room lamps from Florida, 32 inches tall, very pretty, $150. Located in DeMotte. Call 219-588-3322 for more information. Lamps could be delivered.
Neighbor 2 Neighbor
Elisabeth Lynn Knot , age 23, formerly of Flossmoor, IL, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, January 26, 2025. Beloved daughter of Craig and Deborah (nee Blauw) Knot. Loving sister of Andrew Knot, Mariel (Brian) Haverdink, Anneke (Logan) Vos, David Knot, and Juliana Knot. Devoted aunt of Naomi, Beate, Thomas, and Wilhelmina. Cherished granddaughter of Rev. Richard (Linda) Blauw and Joan Knot. Dear niece and cousin of many. Preceded in death by grandparents: Joyce Blauw, Lester Knot, and Seppie Knot; aunt Leanne Knot, and cousins Cassie Blauw and Michael Knot. Elisabeth attended Illiana Christian High School and was a Calvin University class of 2024 graduate. At the time of her death, she was attending Calvin’s Masters of Accountancy program. Elisabeth was a beloved member of the Knot family and a devoted friend to many. Simultaneously guarded and tender hearted, she was a delight at the dinner table, had the keenest eye in the room, and wielded a sharp wit, tempered by a warm sensitivity for the underdog. In Heaven, she shines in Christ’s glory. On Earth, she is deeply missed.
Visitation with family and friends was held on Friday, January 31, 2025 from 2:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Smits Funeral Home 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane, Dyer, IN. A Funeral service was held on Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 11:30 a.m. at First Orthodox Presbyterian Church, 16248 South Park Ave, South Holland, IL with Rev. Daniel Svendsen officiating. Interment Oak Ridge Cemetery – Lansing, IL. Memorial contributions may be given to Bethshan Association(https:// bethshan.org/) For further information please call 219-3227300 or visit our online obituary and guestbook at www.SMITSFH.com
Howard Tim Alan Jongsma , age 61, of Lynwood, IL, passed away suddenly Wednesday, January 29, 2025. Devoted father of Kiana Jongsma. Cherished son of Harry and the late Joyce Jongsma. Dear brother of Penny (Dennis) Triezenberg, Daniel (late Patricia (Maria)) Jongsma, and Judith (John) Bobalik. Kind uncle to several nieces and nephews.
Everyone who knew Howe loved Howe, he loved with his whole heart and never gave up on anyone or anything, I’ll love you forever dad love babycakes.
Memorial visitation Sunday, February 9, 2025 from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. with a memorial service to be held at 4:00 p.m. with Rev. Andy Nearpass officiating at Smits Funeral Home, 2121 Pleasant Springs Ln. (Rt.30/Pleasant Springs Ln.), Dyer, IN. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Hearts In Motion (www. heartsinmotion.org) or the Humane Society (www.humaneindiana. org), appreciated. For further information, please contact 219-3227300 or visit our online obituary and guestbook at www.SMITSFH.com
Lansing Self Storage located at 17506 Chicago Ave, Lansing, IL 60438, (708) 251-8350 intends to hold an auction of the goods stored in the following unit in default for nonpayment of rent. Tommy Mister, Unit #187; Stacie Aguilar, Unit #152, Auction will be conducted online on www.storageauctions.com"
A Blast from the Past— a holiday party at the Horseshoe Casino in Hammond courtesy of our host Mike Cavoto. Real Estate agents from the Region were honored by Mr Cavoto for their hard work all year long. A great time was had by all.
The Knights of Columbus annual Spaghetti Dinner at St Florian Church hall Saturday February 1, 2025. Pictured here is Dave Koza of Hegewisch and friend Ronna enjoying some delicious home made mostcholli and sauce dished up by the K of C Themselves!
Judy Lihota and her hubby and friend at the annual pasta Dinner at St Florian church Saturday February 1, 2025. The church hall was packed with parishioners and friends. A warm and wonderful parish midwinter experience!
A group picture of the St Florian Church in Hegewisch as parishioners and diners enjoy their pasta dinners. The event was sponsored by the St Florian Knights of Columbus.
Mike and Debbie Aniol and friend at the annual St Florian Parish pasta dinner Saturday February, 1, 2025. The parish provided home made pasta and sauce, salads and desserts for all to enjoy.
Our St Florian Church organist and his friend during the annual Pasta Dinner Saturday February 1, 2025 in Hegewisch. A full house packed the St Florian Hall and home made pasta and sauce were the stars of the show!
Fr David Simonetti and Ms Tomczak were enjoying the Saturday February 1, 2025 pasta dinner hosted by the St Florian Knights of Columbus. The St Florian Hall was packed with parishioners who came to the dinner right from 4 pm Mass. Diners trickled in right after church services ended on Saturday!
Words of Wisdom on a church marquee. The beautiful Munster Church on Ridge Road.
JANICE MINTON-KUTZ
Marcella A. Weidenaar, age 102, of St. John, IN, formerly of Crete/South Holland, IL, passed away on Sunday, January 26, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Harold R. Weidenaar. Loving mother of Kenneth (Linda) Weidenaar, Cheryl (Philip) Bradon, Ronald (Nancy) Weidenaar, and Kristine (Jack) Olthoff. Grandmother of Dawn (Todd) Koster, Jeff (Rachel) Weidenaar, Heather (Kevin) Follett, Nicole (Dave) DeGraff, Erinn (Jonathan) Howe, Sarah (Mark) Wingerter, Ashley (Justin) Young, Marla (Michael) O’Guin, Bethany (Ben) Porter, and Mitchell (Nicole) Olthoff. Great-grandmother of 33 great-grandchildren. Great-great-grandmother of one. Preceded in death by her brother Robert (late Inez (late Norma)) Madderom and her parents Neil and Anna Madderom. Marcella was loved by many and will be deeply missed.
Visitation Wednesday, January 29, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. until time of the funeral service at 12:00 p.m. at Smits Funeral Home, 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane (Rt.30/Pleasant Springs Ln.) Dyer, IN, with Rev. Dan Bloesch officiating. Memorial contributions may be given to Elim Christian Services (www. elimcs.org) or Providence Life Services (www. providencelifeservices. com). Interment Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery –Elwood, IL. For further information, please call 219-322-7300.
Ellen M. David, nee Kause, age 82, formerly of South Holland, IL, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 26, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Robert A. David. Loving mother of Barbara (Jeff) Couser and Lesley (David) Swanson. Devoted grandmother of Travis Couser, Amanda (Andrew) Boss, Nathan Couser, Jonathan (Cassaundra) Swanson, Heather (Matthew) Gerritas, and Courtney (Noah) Giebink. Greatgrandmother of Kendall, Kinsley, Klayton, Mila, Tatum, Hudson, Lily, and one on the way. Dear sister of Marilynn (Phil) Benton. Kind aunt to several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her parents Rudy and Anne Kause. Ellen was loved by many and will be dearly missed. Visitation Friday, January 31, 2025 from 3:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Village Church 14849 W. 93rd Ave., Dyer, IN. Visitation also on Saturday, February 1, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 10:30 a.m. at Village Church - Dyer, IN with services conducted by Pastor Steve Miller. Private burial at Homewood Memorial Gardens –Homewood, IL. Memorial contributions may be given Alzheimer’s Association (www.alz.org). For further information, please contact 219-3227300 or visit our online obituary and guestbook at www.SMITSFH.com
Mary Kathryn Koster, nee Gilmore, age 92, of South Holland, IL went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, January 26, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Calvin Koster. Loving mother of Susan (Gregory) Turner, Kathy Wagenaar, Linda (Daniel) Eizenga, Wayne (Holly) Koster, Janet (Paul) Van Kley, and Carol Koster. Cherished grandmother of Gail (Terry) Walter, Christine (Paul) Rosinski, Mary (Robert) Anselmo, Timothy (Bethany) Turner, Peter (Elizabeth) Turner, Andrew (Kerry) Turner, Joyce (Brandon) Beach, Patricia (Riley) Moldenhauer, Lisa Eizenga, Brian Eizenga, Alicia Koster, Samantha Koster, Michael (Molly) Van Kley, Thomas (Courtney) Van Kley, and Jessica (Alex) Van Der Aa. Great-grandmother of 35 great-grandchildren. Dear sister of the late John (Wilma) Gilmore and Patricia (Robert) Feddersen. Preceded in death by her parents Craig and Ruth Gilmore. Mary was loved by many and will be dearly missed.
Visitation Thursday, January 30, 2025 from 3:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Smits Funeral Home 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane, Dyer, IN. Funeral service Friday, January 31, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at First Orthodox Presbyterian Church, 16248 South Park Ave, South Holland, IL with Rev. Daniel Svendsen officiating. Interment Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery –Elwood, IL.
Speaking Of Seniors
A Macedonian Couple Needed Help
On December 31, 2024, I met at my office with a couple who originally were from Macedonia in what was a part of Yugoslavia. I checked four medical bills that had a balance. They needed to know if they owed the balances shown on the bills.
The bills belonged to the husband. But the wife worked with the couple’s medical insurance. I needed each of them with me for the phone calls, but for different reasons. I needed the wife to explain what she had done with each bill. I needed the husband to grant permission over the phone for me to speak and question on his behalf.
Three of the bills were correct. They were part of the Medicare Part B annual deductible. The husband bought a policy that did not cover those balances. He would have to pay those amounts.
But there was a question about the fourth bill. I suspected that the hospital that sent that bill had made a mistake. We phoned Medicare to request a duplicate of the form giving the Medicare ruling on that bill. It will take almost three weeks to get it.
The wife wanted me to solve all the
bill problems at once. I could not. I don’t have a magic wand or mind that can read documents that are far away. I needed the form that was requested to solve the problem with the last bill.
The Macedonian woman was really trying to keep records in a correct order. I complimented her and told her that Medicare’s system was adding to the confusion. Doctors and other medical firms bill every month. But Medicare sends its ruling on the claims EVERY THREE MONTHS. This causes many seniors to pay a bill before Medicare has made and sent its ruling to the senior citizen patient on Medicare. It is tough to get money back from a medical firm if you pay it before Medicare rules on the claim.
Note: Woodrow Wilcox is the senior medical bill case worker at Senior Care Insurance Services in Merrillville, Indiana. He has saved clients of that firm over three million dollars by fighting mistakes and/or fraud in Medicare medical billing. Also, Wilcox wrote the book SOLVING MEDICARE PROBLEM$ which is available from book stores or online.
WOODROW WILCOX
WOLF A/K/A JAMES JOHN WOLF, SR., JAMES JOHN WOLF, JR., JOSHUA D. WOLF, JEREMIAH A. WOLF, SR., JACOB B. WOLF, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF JAMES J. WOLF A/K/A JAMES JOHN WOLF, SR., UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS
Defendants 2022 CH 02291 35 W 168TH STREET SOUTH HOLLAND, IL 60473
NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 2, 2024, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 4, 2025, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public in-person sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 35 W 168TH STREET, SOUTH HOLLAND, IL 60473
Property Index No. 29-21-402-009-0000
The real estate is improved with a single family residence.
The judgment amount was $158,455.28.
Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twentyfour (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition.
The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.
Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.
The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.
If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).
IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.
You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.
For information, contact Alexander Potestivo, POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL, 60606 (312) 263-0003. Please refer to file number 314588.
THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION
One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE
You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.
POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C.
223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610 Chicago IL, 60606
312-263-0003
E-Mail: ilpleadings@potestivolaw.com
Attorney File No. 314588
Attorney Code. 43932
Case Number: 2022 CH 02291
TJSC#: 44-3204
NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.
Case # 2022 CH 02291 I3259968
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION
THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK AS TRUSTEE FOR CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF CWABS INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-5 Plaintiff, -v.TONYA H. CORDER, DAN RYAN FINANCIAL CENTER Defendants 24 CH 03966 1945 185TH ST LANSING, IL 60438
tion,
Engage Your Experience with Excitement and Expectations
by Janice R Newman
tion as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.
Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.
The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.
If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).
IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.
You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.
For information, contact HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 601 E. William St., DECATUR, IL, 62523 (217) 4221719. Please refer to file number 2012673.
THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION
One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE
You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.
HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC
601 E. William St. DECATUR IL, 62523
217-422-1719
Fax #: 217-422-1754
E-Mail: CookPleadings@hsbattys.com
Attorney File No. 2012673
Attorney Code. 40387
Case Number: 24 CH 03966
TJSC#: 44-3160
NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.
Case # 24 CH 03966
I3259994
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS
COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION
LOANCARE, LLC
Plaintiff vs.
NAKISHA SMITH; ILLINOIS HOUSING
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS
Defendant 22 CH 7053
CALENDAR 57
NOTICE OF SALE
PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on March 17, 2025, at the hour 11:00 a.m., Intercounty’s office, 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, IL 60602, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate:
P.I.N. 30-29-124-005-0000. Commonly known as 3502 171st Street, Lansing, IL 60438-1156. The real estate is: single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: At sale, the bidder must have 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the
INTERCOUNTY
intercountyjudicialsales.com I3260311
No matter what experiences or life challenges you with, you must choose to engage them with excitement and good expectations of the outcome. This may apply to day-to-day experiences and the unexpected life events we will face. The best way to approach these situations is to construct a motivated, positive mindset. You must be motivated with excitement and willing to proceed through the experience by maintaining positive expectations that the outcome will be favorable. You have the potential for success in any venture if you have a high level of excited energy for strength and motivation, along with believing and expecting the best results.
Excitement is a powerful emotion that fuels motivation. You must approach any task or goal with excitement and enthusiasm. If you engage in a situation with doubt, negativity, and discouragement, you are more likely to give up or failure. However, excitement drives you forward even if obstacles arise. Your excitement keeps you engaged, focused, and determined to see the task through. You naturally generate the necessary energy and drive needed to push towards the finish line. Positive expectations play an equally significant role in success. You must believe you will succeed, and failure is not an option. Your actions, decisions, and perseverance must agree with your efforts to meet expectations. Your thoughts, positive or negative, influence your emotions and responses to situations. If you expect success, you have a better chance of achieving it. If you expect failure or disappointment, you may subconsciously sabotage your efforts. Proverbs 23:7 says, “For he thinketh in his heart, so is he” (KJV). The verse highlights how the power of our thoughts can shape our outcomes. If you think positively and expect success, you set the foundation for
better results. I try to engage in most situations with positive excitement and great expectation for a great outcome. Some years ago, I created the cable talk show Y? Why Not! I was motivated to take improv classes to help me be more spontaneous with my television show guests. When I showed up for the class, I discovered I enrolled in a standup comedy class, however, I decided to take the class anyway. Instead of being upset or disappointed, I headed into it with excitement and expectation that it would be beneficial. It was a great time. I perform a couple of shows. Last week, I was invited by my former instructor, Mayday Mayhaim, to perform at a comedy night at Get in the Kitchen in Chicago. To enhance the experience, I got excited. I was nervous as this was only my third performance. My thoughts focused on positive expectations of performing well. This was reinforced by Mayday and my husband Phil’s belief in me that I would do a great job. Importantly, I believed in myself. I enjoyed it so much that I am motivated to perform again soon. I utilized the same excitement and expectations when I developed the talk show, wrote my first book, sought a college degree, and ran for election as a South Holland library trustee. All had good results. For your next situation, task, or goal, I urge you to engage with high excitement and expectations to create positive outcomes. It may not be easy to engage in all situations with excitement and high expectations, but it’s easier when your thoughts and beliefs are driven by energy and great expectations. If so, chances are that you will succeed. So, remember to engage in all situations with excited energy and focus on positive high expectations for outstanding results. Y? Why Not! Like us on Facebook at https://www. facebook.com/ywhynotshow/
EATING DISORDERS AND SUICIDE - National Eating Disorder Week
National Eating Disorder Awareness Week will be observed from February 24th-March 2nd, 2025. The annual event aims to raise awareness of the resources accessible to those who suffer from these ailments. The three most studied eating disorders are Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, and Binge-Eating Disorder. According to the Mayo Clinic, Anorexia Nervosa is a disorder characterized by an abnormally low body weight, an intense fear of gaining weight, and a distorted perception of body weight. Anorexia is an extremely unhealthy and sometimes lifethreatening way to cope with emotional challenges.
Bulimia Nervosa, commonly called bulimia, is a serious, potentially lifethreatening eating disorder. Individuals with bulimia experience episodes of bingeing and purging that involve feeling a lack of control over their eating. They typically eat a large amount of food in a short period, then try to rid themselves of the extra calories in an unhealthy way.
When a person has Binge-Eating Disorder, they regularly eat too much food (binge) and feel a lack of control over their eating. They may eat quickly or consume more food than intended, even when they are not hungry.
According to the National Eating Disorder Association (NEDA), suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death among individuals with anorexia nervosa, and suicidal behavior is elevated in those with bulimia nervosa and binge-
eating disorder compared to the general population. Anorexia nervosa has the highest mortality rate of any other mental illness, with estimates of lifetime suicide attempts ranging from 3% to 29.7%.
Approximately one-quarter to one-third of people with anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, or binge-eating disorder have considered suicide, and one-quarter to onethird of those with anorexia and bulimia have attempted suicide. Individuals with anorexia are 18 times more likely to die by suicide, and those with bulimia are seven times more likely to die by suicide.
The NEDA also lists factors that can increase the risk of suicide or suicide attempts among people with eating disorders. These include: a history of multiple mental health conditions, previous or family history of suicide attempts, social isolation, family conflicts, substance misuse, a sense of being a burden to others, and a history of hospitalization or treatment.
The Jason Foundation is a valuable resource for information on eating disorders and suicide. The Jason Foundation is dedicated to the prevention of youth and young adult suicide through educational and awareness programs that equip young people, educators, medical professionals, and parents with the tools and resources to help identify and assist at-risk youth. For more information on eating disorders and their connection to suicide, visit www. jasonfoundation.com/eating-disorders.
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