Throughout February, we recognize Black History Month and the achievements, challenges, and contributions of Black people across our country. We are grateful to celebrate achievements by Black Americans. Ketanji Brown Jackson became the first Black woman to serve on the Supreme Court in 2022. The Super Bowl featured two Black starting quarterbacks this year for … Continued
February is a busy time for the Rosecrance therapeutic recreation team. Months of planning client interventions take shape for the beloved Heart Art Show, a collaborative effort between staff and clients at our residential campuses. The timing is purposeful, with both Valentine’s Day and National Recreation Therapy Month landing in February. It’s the right time … Continued
The pandemic did a number on all of us, but the effect it had on our kids was unique. In addition to being isolated from friends and most of their adult role models, so many of them lost critical in-school and social development time and were then expected to just pick up where they left … Continued
Rosecrance is pleased to announce that Divya Navi has been named Director of Connections Counseling, a Division of Rosecrance. As part of her robust experience in the medical field, Navi has managed and supervised multiple medical offices. She also is the clinical director for Neighborhood Free Clinic in Madison. “We are excited to have someone … Continued
Rosecrance is pleased to announce that Chelsea Collins, RN, BSN, has been promoted to Vice President of Accreditation and Performance Improvement at Rosecrance. In this role, she will lead initiatives to strengthen data gathering, clinical outcomes reporting, and use of Six Sigma change language and processes. Collins has a Master Black Belt in Lean and … Continued
The lingering impacts of recent years continue to weigh on students as they navigate another school year. With nerves frayed from anxiety, stress, and trauma, many continue to have difficulties expressing themselves appropriately, leading to outbursts, defiance, and aggression. “Parents came back to me a lot this year saying that their child was so sweet … Continued
It’s a “chicken or the egg” question—do we drink because we have issues, or do we have issues because we drink? Everyone’s journey is unique, but ultimately the answer to both is: yes. The fact is, mental illness and substance use are so often present together, and when they are, they must be addressed together. … Continued
Radio City Music Hall’s lights shined brightly on Rosecrance alumna Julia S., who reached a milestone of showbiz fame last summer. As musical director for the hit “Six: The Musical,” she performed at the Tony Awards and was there to celebrate when the show took home two Tonys the same night. It was a rewarding … Continued
The crisp fall air filled with children’s joyous laughter as they climbed on Rosecrance Jackson Centers’ playground. Nearby, mothers watched intently, knowing that the equipment was safer thanks to the generosity of the Siouxland community. Fresh rubber mulch, a border, and edging, installed last fall, provides an extra measure of comfort for activities at the … Continued
Alex*, a recent client of the Rosecrance Lakeview recovery home in Chicago, found himself in a tough situation: suddenly unemployed but making progress in early recovery because of the support of peers and expert Rosecrance staff. Like many individuals who face barriers to care, Alex discovered how difficult it can be to find or maintain … Continued