As Shelly Dutch invested in her own recovery, she made it her life’s work to help others do the same, founding Connections Counseling, a division of Rosecrance, two decades ago. She stepped down as director in 2022 and retired officially in the fall, but her legacy lives on in the center’s solid foundation and through … Continued
Through the Rosecrance Alumni Program, people are able to give back to others by sharing their recovery experiences, strength, and hope. Our new alumni ambassador program aims to enhance those connections even more. We’re looking for alumni who are interested in participating in this exciting new initiative. Anyone interested can reach out to Alumni Director … Continued
Rosecrance hosted a successful first-time hybrid Alumni Renewal Retreat this month, with more than 100 people attending either in person or online. The alumni network had been hosting retreats virtually the past two years because of the pandemic. When planning started for this year’s event, alumni were surveyed and they voted overwhelmingly to meet in … Continued
When an employee joins Rosecrance, the hope is that the first day is also a first step in a long professional journey with the organization. Career growth evolves through education and mentorship opportunities that help each employee align their skills with passions. Jami Ditto and Holly Brun experienced this growth firsthand as they traveled different … Continued
Young adulthood is a natural time of life transitions and self-discovery, but what happens when a young adult is having trouble finding their place in the world, or mistakes lead to unintended consequences such as a substance use disorder? In many cases, behavioral health issues can emerge during those times of transition. According to the … Continued
When someone seeks treatment and commits to a life of recovery, a network of supportive peers can be one of the most gratifying additions. These new relationships bring fresh perspectives, growth, and strength for the journey; however, it may take an effort to develop connections. Mentorship is one way Rosecrance encourages healthy interactions in the … Continued
Rosecrance staff and clients participated in a variety of informational and teambuilding activities throughout June to celebrate Pride Month. Activities provided education on the history of Pride Month and value of diversity. In addition, the concept of pride as a recovery value was discussed. Here are a few photo highlights from around the organization.
Almost all people will encounter trauma of some sort in their lifetimes, but not all will bounce back, or even grow, from those experiences. Have you ever wondered how someone can survive a natural disaster or harrowing military combat experiences and instead of being weighed down by the trauma, appear mentally stronger as a result? … 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