Redux Jazz Orchestra to entertain at key Rosecrance fundraiser Tickets are on sale for the annual Rosecrance Foundation Benefit, headlined by Redux Jazz Orchestra, which features a five-piece combo, a tap dancer and stellar singing talents from such shows as “American Idol” and “The Voice.” The Rosecrance Benefit will have a special 100th Anniversary theme … Continued
Rosecrance honored seven employees with S.T.A.R. Awards on March 2 during the 21st annual employee recognition dinner. More than 600 employees and their guests attended the event at Giovanni’s Restaurant & Convention Center. The S.T.A.R. Award honors employees for outstanding service, teamwork and attitude. The “R” in the award’s name stands for recognition. Your 2016 … Continued
Rosecrance was pleased to welcome Illinois criminal justice leader Rodger Heaton on Feb. 5 for tours of two local facilities and a discussion about programming and the importance of behavioral health care funding. Heaton serves as chairman of the Illinois State Commission on Criminal Justice and Sentencing Reform. He is also the public safety director … Continued
An energetic four-legged friend has found a home at Rosecrance’s Griffin Williamson Campus, interacting with adolescent clients as they navigate their recovery journeys. Gracie Rose is a 2-year-old mixed-breed puppy that Rosecrance staff found at an Ogle County animal shelter. Aaron Statler, Supervisor of Environmental Services, said Gracie was rescued during a storm in Arkansas. Though … Continued
David Gomel, Sr. Vice President and Chief Operating Officer for Rosecrance, has been awarded a Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration from Walden University of Minneapolis, Minn. Gomel, who has been with Rosecrance for 20 years, oversees operations at more than 40 Rosecrance sites. His doctoral studies were focused on non-profit administration. He also holds … Continued
Rosecrance President/CEO Philip Eaton was resolute this week in the organization’s commitment to opening a recovery residence in Chicago’s Lakeview neighborhood, despite a last-minute challenge filed Monday by opponents who wish to derail the lifesaving project. After a hearing in October, the Chicago Zoning Board of Appeals granted a special use permit to Rosecrance to … Continued
Illinois Fire Fighter Peer Support (ILFFPS), a 501(c)3, is proud to announce the joint endorsement of the Associated Fire Fighters of Illinois (AFFI) and the Illinois Fire Chiefs Association (IFCA). ILFFPS was created in 2013 to assist firefighters and paramedics to cope with the many challenges they face each day – both on and off … Continued
MADISON – Connections Counseling is excited to provide teens in the greater Madison area with more resources and opportunities for recovery with a new Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) beginning on January 18. The program allows teens struggling with substance abuse issues to focus on recovery while staying in their home environment. This is an evidenced-based … Continued
Rosecrance recently partnered with a local student to produce behavioral health-focused articles for her website, which offers a variety of educational content geared toward teenagers. Bridget Krysztopa, a junior at Keith Country Day School in Rockford, launched bFITTEENS in 2015. The website features blog entries written for teens by teens and industry professionals with positive … Continued
If a teenager does need inpatient treatment, moms and dads often say “What is my kid going to be doing all day long?” One of the first things we say to them is that their teen is going to be experiencing some positive peer pressure. In other words, when these kids come into treatment, they … Continued