After nearly two years of living in a pandemic, many of us are feeling tired and stressed out. We have tried to maintain our lives through countless frustrating disruptions to our finances, activities, and natural support systems. It’s a lot. These pressures have added extra burdens to our natural tendency to push ourselves past the … Continued
When someone completes treatment for a substance use or mental health disorder, they may face challenges to success while learning to navigate familiar situations with a new outlook on life. To help clients achieve lasting recovery, Rosecrance provides connections and supports that can assist the rest of their lives. These services, known as aftercare or … Continued
As summer vacation winds down for students, a third pandemic-impacted school year approaches. Uncertainty and anxiety may linger as teens reenter school environments. During times of disruption, youth are more likely to be affected by mental health issues and use of negative coping skills such as substance use. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention … Continued
Rosecrance is pleased to announce that Dan DeGryse, director of the Rosecrance Florian Program, received national recognition for his work as a Certified Employee Assistance Professional (CEAP). DeGryse was awarded a 2021 Labor Assistance Professionals (LAP) Award at the organization’s annual conference in July. The honor is given to two individuals each year who have … Continued
Rosecrance is pleased to announce that Matt Quinn has been named Director of Chicagoland for Rosecrance, Inc. In this role, Quinn will lead all clinical components of the organization’s Chicago outpatient clinics and recovery homes. Quinn has a background in counseling and community relations, and he is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and Certified … Continued
As a respected national leader in behavioral healthcare, Rosecrance offers clients the best opportunity for lasting recovery through exceptional evidence-based care. Insurance providers have noticed this dedication, and have honored Rosecrance for excellence in recent years. Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Cigna, and Optum require healthcare providers to meet criteria focused on quality, evidence-based practices, and commitment to … Continued
Navigating substance use or mental health issues is a difficult challenge for both parents and teens. Combined with having spent the last year in isolation due to COVID-19, the journey to recovery can seem overwhelming. Who to trust? Where can you turn? How to find the right treatment for your teen? The best chance for … Continued
Residents of two Illinois counties experiencing a behavioral health crisis will soon have easier access to care through federal grants awarded to Rosecrance by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration (SAMHSA). The funding, a total of $8 million over two years, will enable Rosecrance to serve over 1,300 new clients in northern and central … Continued
When someone in a family has a mental illness such as depression, life can become stressful for the family unit. Whether it’s an adult caregiver or a teen, home dynamics and routines may be disrupted. In a typical year, about one in five adults has a mental illness, and 17 percent of youth experience a … Continued
Recovery is a lifelong journey with its share of ups and downs along the way. For people connected to the 12 Step community, milestone moments provide opportunities to reflect on the transformation that has happened with an eye toward better days to come. Over the next few months, we will explore several of those important … Continued