Rosecrance hosts Northern Illinois Conference of the United Methodist Church
Rosecrance recently hosted the Cabinet members of the Northern Illinois Conference of the United Methodist Church at the Rosecrance Griffin Williamson campus for their quarterly meeting. The Northern Illinois Conference of The United Methodist Church includes more than 370 churches and new faith communities spanning the upper one-third of the state of Illinois. They have … Continued
Marijuana vs. Alcohol: What’s Worse For Teenagers?
Alcohol is legal for adults to use—as is marijuana in many states—but that doesn’t mean it’s safe. And for teens and young adults, it’s far less safe, a key reason legislators always factor age restrictions into marijuana- and alcohol-related laws. Many studies have shown that marijuana and alcohol can both have a negative effect on … Continued
Rosecrance Administrator writes opinion piece on summertime & increase of substance abuse among youth
School is out, summer has arrived, and, let’s be honest, it’s pure excitement for kids around the country. No more studying, lunch lines, backpacks or bus rides; no more stress—just a few months of complete bliss, an infinite recess. In most circumstances, that ideal depiction holds true. But, summertime isn’t always all sunshine and popsicles … Continued
Designer visits Rosecrance Japanese-inspired healing garden
Hoichi Kurisu, renowned Japanese landscaper and designer of the Rosecrance healing garden, visits annually with his crew to maintain the garden at the Rosecrance Griffin Williamson campus. During a recent visit, Hoichi took a break from pruning a tree to meet with Carla Roth, Rosecrance Recreational Therapist. Carla leads therapy groups in the garden on … Continued
Rosecrance experts present national webinar on LGBTQ+ treatment for teens
Dr. Tom Wright, Senior Vice President of Medical Affairs and Chief Medical Officer, and Meghan Cook, Rosecrance Access Coordinator, will present a free webinar through The National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers (NAATP) on ‘Working with LGBTQ+ Teens in Residential Care’ on July 25, 2019 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. The webinar will examine … Continued
Rockford Rescue Mission honors Rosecrance’s commitment to community
The Rockford Rescue Mission named Rosecrance its 2019 Compassionate Generosity Community Partner at its 55th Anniversary Celebration on May 9, 2019. The Rockford Rescue mission is to serve as “the region’s primary provider of assistance to the homeless, near-homeless, addicted and working poor in the Rock River Valley; their mission is to rescue, recover and restore … Continued
Annual Rosecrance Ware Center event celebrates stories of recovery
Rosecrance holds annual art show
Hours of Operation for ARC
Click here to download the image of the schedule. Monday: 8:30 – 9 AM: Open to Alumni for Resource 9 – 10 AM: Open to Alumni for Resource 10 – 11 AM: closed 11 AM – 12 PM: closed 12 – 1 PM: Alumni Community Group 1 – 2 PM: Open to Alumni for Resource … Continued