Sista Afya

Sista Afya Affordable community mental wellness care. We currently offer individual therapy, group therapy, peer support, training, and community social events.

Sista Afya Community Care provides holistic mental wellness care and community support that centers the experiences of Black women in Chicago.

💼Shaping Tomorrow's Workforce: Preparting the Next Generation of Behavioral Health Professionals w/ Marvin Lindsey, MSW ...
09/26/2025

💼Shaping Tomorrow's Workforce: Preparting the Next Generation of Behavioral Health Professionals w/ Marvin Lindsey, MSW and Carolyn Welter, LCSW

Did you know that there is a national shortage of behavioral health professionals? Marvin Lindsey and Carolyn Welter are both rising to this challenge by equipping mental health professionals to thrive in the workforce. If you are an administrator and leader looking to retain and cultivate talent in behavioral health, this session will explore the essential skills and knowledge needed to prepare the next generation of behavioral health professionals.

Learn more from Marvin and Carrie and the transformative work of
Illinois Behavioral Health Workforce Center and register for the Mental
Health Impact Summit at the link in our bio or:
www.communitycare.sistaafya.com/summit

09/24/2025

What has being a business owner taught you about your own power & resilience? Hear more about story of leadership at Sisters Rising Community Breakfast. RSVP at the link in our bio or: www.sistersrising.eventbrite.com

❤ Bring a friend to Sisters Rising! 2 for 1 sale this week only.In the spirit of community and bringing other women into...
09/24/2025

❤ Bring a friend to Sisters Rising! 2 for 1 sale this week only.

In the spirit of community and bringing other women into the room, we are having a 2 for 1 sale where you can bring a friend to Sisters Rising!

Join 100+ women for an exclusive morning featuring:
✨ Real strategies for turning obstacles into opportunities.
✨ The mindset shifts that create breakthrough results
✨ Strategic networking with resilient, purpose-driven women
✨ Actionable insights from leaders who've transformed adversity into advantage
✨ Delicious breakfast in an inspiring venue

Date. October 18th from 10 AM - 1 PM
Venue: Room 1520

RSVP at the link in our bio or: https://sistersrising.eventbrite.com
In the spirit of community and bringing other women into the room, we are having a 2-for-1 sale where you can bring a friend to Sisters Rising!

🔗Connected: An Exploration of Sisterhood w/ .is.cori ✨A space for Black women to explore, define, and celebrate the bon...
09/24/2025

🔗Connected: An Exploration of Sisterhood w/ .is.cori ✨

A space for Black women to explore, define, and celebrate the bonds of sisterhood. Through interactive activities, reflection, and affirmations, we’ll cultivate deeper connections and discover what it truly means to see and be seen in community.

Facilitators: Cori Alexander from Heal TogetHER

Saturday, October 4th | 12 PM - 2 PM | Bronzeville, Chicago, IL

FREE In-person Event

RSVP at the link in our bio or: www.communitycare.sistaafya.com/get-support

What if one morning could change the trajectory of your leadership journey?On October 18th, we're bringing together 100 ...
09/22/2025

What if one morning could change the trajectory of your leadership journey?

On October 18th, we're bringing together 100 ambitious women for Sisters Rising Community Breakfast to:

✨ TEDx-style talks from breakthrough leaders
✨ Strategic networking opportunities
✨ Actionable strategies for immediate impact
✨ Delicious breakfast in an inspiring venue

Join us in harnessing the power of women and community to lead boldly with passion and purpose.

RSVP for Sisters Rising at the link in our bio or: https://sistersrising.eventbrite.com/

🤝🏽 Collaboration is Key: The Power of Coalition-Building and Partnership in Uncertain Times w/ Josie Flanagan of and Co...
09/18/2025

🤝🏽 Collaboration is Key: The Power of Coalition-Building and Partnership in Uncertain Times w/ Josie Flanagan of and

Collaboration is one of the most powerful tools nonprofits can use to expand impact and strengthen communities. In this session, Josie Flanagan of The Honeycomb Project and their new project with Urban Rivers, Chicago Nonprofit Connect will share strategies for building meaningful partnerships across organizations.

Learn more from Josie and the collaborative work of Chicago Nonprofit Connect and register for the Mental
Health Impact Summit at the link in our bio or:
www.communitycare.sistaafya.com/summit

✨Spotlight Organization: Ladies of Virtue ✨Ladies of Virtue (LOV) is a nationally recognized, award-winning leadership ...
09/17/2025

✨Spotlight Organization: Ladies of Virtue ✨

Ladies of Virtue (LOV) is a nationally recognized, award-winning leadership development organization serving girls in Chicago’s historically disinvested South and West Sides. LOV’s mission is to instill purpose, passion, and perseverance in girls, while preparing them for college, careers, and to become change agents in their communities.

Join us at Sisters Rising and discover how Ladies of Virtue transforms Black girls into purpose-driven leaders.

RSVP for Sisters Rising at: www.communitycare.sistaafya.com/sisters

🍂Fall Open House🍂Join Sista Afya Community Care for our Fall open house! Meet our staff and learn more about how our ser...
09/16/2025

🍂Fall Open House🍂
Join Sista Afya Community Care for our Fall open house! Meet our staff and learn more about how our services can support your mental wellness.

Friday, Sept. 26th | 5 PM - 7 PM
5022 S State Street, Chicago, IL 60609

RSVP recommended: www.communitycare.sistaafya.com/get-support

🚨Are you struggling to survive in this economy? Don't go through challenges alone. is here to help.❤Our Clinical Case M...
09/12/2025

🚨Are you struggling to survive in this economy? Don't go through challenges alone. is here to help.❤
Our Clinical Case Manager Jamica provides free 30-minute sessions to support you with:
✅Housing Navigation
✅Career & Education Support
✅Food Security
✅Applying for Public Benefits
✅Childcare Assistance Navigation

Get support through case management with somone who has in-depth knowledge of how to navigate systems and help you to achieve the stability you deserve.

Sign up at the link in our bio or: www.communitycare.sistaafya.com/casemanagement

✊🏾From Grassroots to Policy: Community Organizing and Advocacy in Illinois w/ Cosette Ayele of Grassroots organizing is...
09/11/2025

✊🏾From Grassroots to Policy: Community Organizing and Advocacy in Illinois w/ Cosette Ayele of

Grassroots organizing is a key tool to ensure that policy change is backed by movements of people and community-based organizations that are most impacted by the issues that make change necessary. This presentation and session will employ an equity-lens to guide participants in exploring examples of grassroots campaigns and best practices that have resulted in policy change, improved advocacy or lessons learned.

Learn more from Cosette and register for the Mental Health Impact Summit at the link in our bio or: www.communitycare.sistaafya.com/summit

✨Therapist Spotlight: Nayesha Pruitt, LPC Nayesha is dedicated to supporting Black and Brown women, and LGBTQIA+ youth a...
09/10/2025

✨Therapist Spotlight: Nayesha Pruitt, LPC

Nayesha is dedicated to supporting Black and Brown women, and LGBTQIA+ youth and young adults in reclaiming their narratives and building paths towards healing. Her trauma-informed, healing-centered approach acknowledges the impact of political, cultural, and social systems on mental health and emphasizes collective healing.

Sign up for therapy with Nayesha the link in our bio or: www.communitycare.sistaafya.com/therapy

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Chicago, IL
60609

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Tuesday 12pm - 5pm
Thursday 9:30am - 1:45pm

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