Rosecrance Alumni Program

Alumni E-Newsletter
May 2014 ISSUE

Rosecrance Alumnus Kyle W and his mother Crystal N

Rosecrance Griffin Williamson Alumnus featured in the Herald News

Kyle W (RGW) and his mother Crystal N were featured last month in a Herald News article addressing substance abuse and its effects on the family. Kyle shared his battle with addiction and the events that led him to services at Rosecrance Health Network. He is an active member of the Rosecrance Alumni Program, attends high school, and often shares his story of recovery.

Crystal reports she was clueless about Kyle’s use or what steps she could take to help him. Today Kyle has 20 months clean and sober and Crystal is starting a support group at Healing Waters Yoga, 25949 W Shepley Road, Minooka, Illinois. The “Serenity Steps” support group will provide support, education, and hope to families and individuals dealing with substance abuse. “Serenity Steps” will meet every other Friday at 7:00 pm and will include guest speakers and education for families. For more information you can contact Crystal at info@serenitysteps.org.

Celebrating Alumni Anniversaries!

*Ryan L	RGW	1 Year	4/28/14
Dawn B	RHC	3 months	5/14/14
Lisa S	RHC	5 months	5/2/14
Ian H	RGW	9 months	5/14/14
Mark G	RHC	6 months	5/25/14
Teresa M	RHC	3 years & 5 months	5/2/14

*Correction: Ryan L celebrated 1 year clean and sober on March 28th, 2014.

Rosecrance would love to know your recovery anniversary date so we can celebrate your successes with your fellow alumni! Do you have other news you'd like to share? Let us know!

Alumni Workshop Series - "It's a Family Affair"

The next alumni workshop will be held May 31 at the Rosecrance Griffin Williamson Campus from 10 am to 2 pm. Plan to connect with other alumni and their families to discuss solutions to living "life on life's terms." Listen to an expert share information concerning life in recovery for the whole family. This workshop is free to all alumni and their family members. Lunch is included. Click here to register or contact the Alumni Coordinator at 815-387-2537.

"The Alumni Program is great... I find comfort in knowing other alumni are coming along in their recovery."
-Teresa M, RHC

Are you a Rosecrance alumnus who is also a musician?

If so, the Rosecrance Alumni Program is looking for you!

"The Rosecrance Alumni Program is looking to form a band or two consisting of Rosecrance alumni who are working a program and still have the love of music. This is an opportunity to be able to play with others who share both the life of recovery and music. Let's get it going!"
-Marty C, Alumni Advisory Committee Chair

This may be an opportunity to perform not only at Rosecrance alumni functions such as picnics and dinner dances, but also at outside recovery group functions. For more information, please leave a message for Marty C at 815-387-2537 or 815-222-6371.

Alumni - We need you!

Our Alumni Advisory Committee is looking for alumni and family members to assist in the following areas: Membership, Events, Workshops, & Family.

We are also looking for your artwork, poetry, photography, personal stories, music videos and suggestions! Please contact the Alumni Coordinator so we can share your talents.

COMING SOON: "LINCOLN PARK ALUMNI CAFE"

ROSECRANCE NAPERVILLE ALUMNI CAFE

ROSECRANCE ROCKFORD ALUMNI CAFE

This is your Alumni Program and we need your feedback on the newest Alumni Cafe and possibly changing the date and time of the Naperville Cafe. What nights/days and what times fit your schedule?

Rosecrance Naperville Alumni Cafe meets every first Thursday of the month from 7 pm to 8 pm at the Community Christian Church, 1635 Emerson Lane, Naperville, IL 60540. We encourage you to come early to network with other alumni.

Rosecrance Rockford Alumni Cafe meets every 3rd Monday of the month at the Harrison Campus, 3815 Harrison Ave, Rockford, IL. Alumni meet from 6 to 7 pm, but you are encouraged to come early to network.

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