Kankakee

Layla

Synopsis:

  • Medical Doctor trained in family medicine, boarded in holistic, integrative medicine, living in Pembroke Township, Illinois
  • Transgenerational Knowledge: During The Great Migration, many Black families migrated from the Southern-American towns to cities in the North; bringing with them practices of cultural wellness and self-sufficiency

Violet

Synopsis:

 

  • Birds, Bees, and Butterflies: Pollinators tend to thrive in healthy environments. Natural farms and gardens are common amongst locals, as many feel it is healthier for their wellness and nature.
  • Generational Remedies: Many elders in Pembroke Township carry with them knowledge of non-traditional forms of healing. As they are passed down through generations, these practices become less common.

 

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