Sounds of Sarah, Inc., a Lake County-based nonprofit, has been awarded $200,000 in local Opioid Settlement Funds to expand its work across Lake County, with a strong focus on reaching rural communities. This funding supports continued efforts to make sure individuals and families across the entire county have access to life-saving resources, support, and care. While services might be available, access can look different depending on where someone lives. This expansion can hel

Losing someone to an substance use overdose or drug posoisning is a pain unlike any other. It’s sudden. It’s shocking. It leaves a hole that feels impossible to fill. When the world around you keeps moving, grief can trap you in a silent, lonely place. But you don’t have to face it alone. There are online grief support resources designed to help you navigate this difficult journey. These resources connect you with others who understand, offer comfort, and provide tools to he

On February 28, 2026 Sounds of Sarah hosted the Connected for Change Lunch & Learn which brought together an incredible group of community members, professionals, and leaders committed to making a difference. When organizations, public safety, mental health professionals, and community members come together to share knowledge, build partnerships, and have real conversations, that is where meaningful change begins. We are grateful for the panelists, guest speakers, sponsors,

This past weekend, Sounds of Sarah Inc. had the incredible opportunity to take our families out to a Chicago White Sox game, thanks to...

Sounds of Sarah was proud to sponsor the My Child Matters – Ride for John  event, a powerful day filled with a motorcycle run, live...

On August 2, 2025, Sounds of Sarah joined the Lake County Health Department’s Family Fun Day: Community Health and Resource Fair at...

On July 19, 2025, Sounds of Sarah attended the Pinnacle Hospital Health Fair, providing vital substance use and mental health resources...

On Saturday May 24, 2025, we gathered for the 3rd Annual We Fight Together Walk/Run , hosted by Sounds of Sarah Inc. —and what a powerful...

On November 14 and 15, Sounds of Sarah had the honor of attending the DEA Family Summit in Washington, D.C., a gathering of approximately...