Raechal Carroll supervises the Living Room at the Rosecrance Ware Center, which provides a safe respite for many clients who utilize Rosecrance’s community mental health services. This assistance has been of great value as people struggle with added stress, anxiety, and grief during the COVID-19 pandemic. In this question-and-answer piece, she offers insights into Mental … Continued
Rosecrance is pleased to announce that recovery coach Bonnie Gilmore has been named a Peer Specialist of the Year by the National Council for Behavioral Health. These awards honor behavioral health staff who have impacted their communities as people with lived recovery experience. As a person with lived experience, Gilmore has positively impacted thousands of … Continued
A year of pandemic life has taken its toll on people’s mental health, as studies over the past year have shown rates of anxiety and depression have soared among adults and children alike. That is why Rosecrance recognizes Mental Health Awareness Month each May and encourages supporters to join us in fighting this deadly disease. … Continued
The behavioral health effects of social isolation brought on by the pandemic have become especially worrisome among teens. As the world returns to normalcy and teens once again head back to school, many will find themselves surrounded by friends, teachers and school officials, making substance use and mental health issues more difficult to disguise than … Continued
The first months of a new life can be a rocky transition for people beginning the recovery journey from substance use disorder. Even for the most dedicated, a return to familiar settings and life patterns may trigger cravings and increase the temptation to use again. To navigate those challenges, a strong foundation is essential. That … Continued
Simply put, substance use and mental health issues are on the rise. COVID-19 has forced us into isolation, magnifying these issues for some and removing the opportunity for assistance and support. Teens are particularly vulnerable to the behavioral health effects of the pandemic and in need of support. For professionals or loved ones seeking guidance … Continued
Rosecrance wouldn’t be what it is today without steady hands guiding the organization from one venture to the next. From executive leadership to clinical staff, long-time employees have made it possible to meet emerging needs in the community and to take high-quality care far beyond northern Illinois. Judi Jobe, Senior Vice President and Chief Administrative … Continued
With an unusual spring break 2021 completed for many schools and colleges, another unsettled school year will soon end. Uncertainties, missed milestones, and disrupted routines continue to weigh on students and their families for the second straight spring. Several recent studies show how virtual learning and social distancing have hurt students’ mental health over the … Continued
Clients who enter care at the Rosecrance Harrison Campus Health Center now are connecting with others in treatment and recovery resources while staying safely distanced through the use of tablets on the unit. The addition introduces clients to Rosecrance programming while they await COVID-19 test results or clearance to leave detox. This also enhances infection … Continued
Though other substance concerns make headlines, alcohol use continues to be a health concern. It is the third-leading cause of preventable death in the U.S. and affects adults and adolescents alike. That is why Rosecrance recognizes Alcohol Awareness Month each April and encourages supporters to join us in the fight against this deadly disease. Nationally, … Continued