Spring is in the air, and with it comes the much-anticipated CASL Spring Social! Here are five irresistible reasons why you simply can’t miss out on this spectacular event. 1. The Food Want more CASL content? Subscribe to our mailing list or follow @CASLmedia on social media! Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable evening of gourmet delights, thrilling games, fabulous prizes, meaningful connections, and of course, the unparalleled charm of Ravi Baichwal. Secure your tickets now and join us at the CASL Spring Social—where every moment promises to be truly extraordinary ..read more

The Lunar New Year season is upon us! This is an opportunity for everyone to celebrate a fresh start and imminent spring. If the year since January 1st has not been going to plan, this is a time to rejuvenate optimism for the coming year. Lunar new year falls on the first day of the first lunar month and celebrates the beginning of the Spring Festival. Lunar New Year is a time for family reunion, well wishes, and fresh starts. Although this holiday has roots in Eastern Asia, anyone can celebrate it. Here are a few ways you can welcome the Lunar New Year. Give/Receive Red Envelopes On behalf ..read more

Temperatures are dropping. Days are short and it seems to be more cloudy than usual. It must be winter. Your energy levels are dropping. You’re losing interest in activities. You crave carbohydrates and feel like you’re overeating. You begin feeling hopeless, worthless, or guilty. According to the Mayo Clinic, this could be Seasonal Affective Disorder or SAD. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms during winter, you are not alone. According to the American Psychiatric Association, about 5% of adults in the United States experience SAD during the year. Millions of adults are affected by ..read more

It’s been 95 years since Martin Luther King’s birth. His life advocating for a non-violent end to racism, poverty, and violence has a lasting impact today. Several organizations base their mission on the teachings and philosophy of Dr. King. CASL works to preserve King’s message of non-violence, inclusivity, and opportunity for everyone through our work. According to the King Center, the Triple Evils that “exist in a vicious cycle” are Poverty, Racism, and Militarism and each is a barrier to living in harmony. CASL has been tackling these Triple Evils for the past 45 years through our communi ..read more

What a year 2023 has been for our community! CASL has seen so much change and excitement in the past few months that made May, AANHPI Heritage Month, a month filled with plenty to celebrate. Here is a recap of key moments for CASL during AANHPI Heritage Month…   #1: Our Anti-Hate Action Center’s “No Home For Hate” Campaign Kicked Off We launched ReportHateMidwest.org just in time for AANHPI Heritage Month. The webpage provides information and resources about hate crimes and incidents and directs people on how to report them. Our hope is that this will make our community members, especia ..read more

As one of the largest social services agencies in the Midwest serving Asian Americans and other diverse populations, CASL understands its role in bettering the physical and mental health of community members so they can thrive and succeed in society. Over a year ago, CASL implemented a Behavioral Health & Clinical Services department to better attend to these growing social needs. Now, CASL is on its way to being finalized as a behavioral health clinic that can provide trauma-informed care and other key services for improving community health. Winnie Lam, Associate Director of CASL’s Beha ..read more

As we hop into the Year of the Rabbit, we wanted to share highlights from CASL programs that empower individuals and families in our global community. Have questions about a CASL program or service? Contact us today. 1. Our Adult Day Service program is back in full swing As of last summer, we have returned fully to in-person activities and are back to a busy, fun-packed daily schedule for older adults to enjoy. Each day, safe transportation is provided to and from our community center. Multiple nutritious, culturally-appropriate meals are served by our esteemed culinary professionals. The pr ..read more

What a year 2023 has been for our community! CASL has seen so much change and excitement in the past few months that made May, AANHPI Heritage Month, a month filled with plenty to celebrate. Here is a recap of key moments for CASL during AANHPI Heritage Month…   #1: Our Anti-Hate Action Center’s “No Home For Hate” Campaign Kicked Off We launched ReportHateMidwest.org just in time for AANHPI Heritage Month. The webpage provides information and resources about hate crimes and incidents and directs people on how to report them. Our hope is that this will make our community members, especia ..read more

As one of the largest social services agencies in the Midwest serving Asian Americans and other diverse populations, CASL understands its role in bettering the physical and mental health of community members so they can thrive and succeed in society. Over a year ago, CASL implemented a Behavioral Health & Clinical Services department to better attend to these growing social needs. Now, CASL is on its way to being finalized as a behavioral health clinic that can provide trauma-informed care and other key services for improving community health. Winnie Lam, Associate Director of CASL’s Beha ..read more

As we hop into the Year of the Rabbit, we wanted to share highlights from CASL programs that empower individuals and families in our global community. Have questions about a CASL program or service? Contact us today. 1. Our Adult Day Service program is back in full swing As of last summer, we have returned fully to in-person activities and are back to a busy, fun-packed daily schedule for older adults to enjoy. Each day, safe transportation is provided to and from our community center. Multiple nutritious, culturally-appropriate meals are served by our esteemed culinary professionals. The pr ..read more