When surveyors from The Joint Commission conducted their triennial accreditation survey September 19-23, Rosecrance was praised for the quality of their services and the care they provide to clients. Rosecrance has been accredited by The Joint Commission since 1984. The Joint Commission is a non-for-profit organization that has set healthcare standards for nearly seven … Continued
By the time students graduate from high school, nearly half have used substances, and two million adolescents have used drugs in the past month. While these numbers certainly are a concern, prevention and early intervention services can effectively help teens live their best lives. In October, National Substance Abuse Prevention Month and Red Ribbon week … Continued
Coming through several years of traumatic experiences, many Americans recognize that their mental health is not what it once was. In fact, 90 percent believe that the country faces a mental health crisis. Numerous studies and surveys point to elevated levels of stress and mental health disorders among most demographics, and even an increase in … Continued
Rosecrance is pleased to announce that an intensive outpatient program (IOP) for children ages 8-12 begins on Monday, November 7. This is the first IOP in McHenry County designed for younger children. This program serves serve youth in crisis for whom residential or hospital settings would not be appropriate. Clients will work with clinicians in … Continued
Rosecrance is pleased to announce that Jason Relle, LCPC, has been named Director of Crisis Services. In this role, he will oversee the Winnebago County Mobile Crisis Response and Crisis Co-Responder teams. Since joining Rosecrance in 2011, Relle has gained extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and families. He most recently served as Clinical Director … Continued
Rosecrance is pleased to announce that Paul Gilmet has been named Regional Director of Chicago. In this role, he will oversee the organization’s operations in the city. Gilmet has been with Rosecrance for nearly five years, primarily in positions at the Rosecrance Lakeview recovery home. He previously served as the Director of Access and Alumni … Continued
Three Rosecrance leaders shared insights at the 2022 Annual meeting of the Illinois Psychiatric Society October 8 in Oak Brook. This year’s meeting highlighted innovations and technology impacting the field, with a focus on telemedicine and app-based resources. A presentation by Tom Wright, M.D., Chief of Clinical Excellence and President of Medical Affairs, and General … Continued
Mental illness affects most Americans directly or indirectly in some way, but less than half of those diagnosed receive treatment. In a sustained time of increased stressors, this is a concern for mental health professionals who recognize the value of treatment. About one-in-four adults experience a mental health disorder each year, and about half of … Continued
Rosecrance is pleased to announce that Rosecrance Griffin Williamson Campus Medical Director Adrienne Adams, M.D., recently received the Illinois Psychiatry Society’s 2022 Excellence in Community Service Award. Adams, a longtime IPS member, has focused on community education and strengthening the psychiatry pipeline in recent years. Through a connection with State Rep. Maurice West (D-Rockford), she … Continued
While the number of overdose deaths is showing signs of a decline, news that the U.S. Department of Justice seized a large volume of fentanyl pills and powder is a reminder that opioid use continues to be a concern. This comes at the same time a new form of the substance, brightly colored “rainbow fentanyl,” … Continued