Author Archives: Jackie Smolyar

Calling 911 and Talking with Police

Posted on December 1, 2015 by Jackie Smolyar

Please click here to visit our NAMI National article for more information. If a situation escalates into a crisis, you may have to call the police. Thankfully, there are a few things you can do to keep the situation as … Continue reading →

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Shameful Scapegoating of Mentally Ill – editorial by Cook County Sherriff Tom Dart

Posted on November 1, 2015 by Jackie Smolyar

Click *here* to see the article “Shameful Scapegoating of Mentally Ill” Editorial by Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart Sunday, Nov 1, 2015, Chicago Tribune, p. 23

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Special Needs Financial Planning: Opportunities and Pitfalls

Posted on April 12, 2015 by Jackie Smolyar

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Special Needs Financial Planning: Opportunities and Pitfalls

Posted on April 12, 2015 by Jackie Smolyar

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Pro Wrestler Colt Cabana Talks Depression & NAMI CCNS

Posted on June 4, 2014 by Jackie Smolyar

Q: Speaking of relationships, you have a relationship with NAMI and they are the charity that you’re choosing to champion. So, can you tell us a little bit about them and why you chose them? Cabana: My father has depression and … Continue reading →

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