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Alumni Newsletter
August 2014 ISSUE

Alumni Picnic 2014

Rosecrance alumni host picnic to celebrate the miracle of recovery

On Saturday, August 16, 2014, Rosecrance hosted the Alumni Family Picnic at Alpine Park in Rockford, IL. The event was attended by an estimated 120 alumni, family, friends and staff.

The day was filled with activities for everyone in the family. Children and adults enjoyed face painting by our young adult alumni members. Rosecrance Sr. Addiction Counselor Mary Ann Kelly and her son led games. Rosecrance Harrison Campus Primary Counselor Nannatte Heshelman and her son made balloon animals for the kids. Several attendees participated in the bags tournament. Attendance prizes were given throughout the day.

At one point everyone broke out in song while enjoying music provided by RHC alumni family member Geoff C. One alumnus stated: “I had a blast - is it possible to have another picnic before the end of summer?" The Rosecrance Alumni Advisory Committee worked together with several alumni and their families to present the family picnic atmosphere, which made this event a great success.

Christina enjoys a change of face

A walking billboard for recovery.

Dana P. (RHC) and her family

Crystal N., Jake and Kyle W. (RGW) enjoying family time

Bags were a BIG HIT!!!
RHC Staff Diane Rundeen catches up with Frank P. and Patrick W. (RHC)Marty C. announces prize winners with a little help from our friends
RHC Staff Miranda Johnson and Chris C. RHC Family Member Debbie, Dee & Karen (RHC) catch up
Celebrating Alumni Anniversaries!
Lisa S. RHC 8 months 8/2 12/2/13
Nick N. RGW 2 months 8/9 6/9/14
Hadassah D. RGW 8 months 8/8 2/8/14
Ryan L. RGW 1 year 8/28 8/28/13
Matt M. RHC 3 years 8/6 8/6/11
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!
Rosecrance Alumni Family Bowling Event

Alumnus Dad Harmon & Diane (Family Advisory Chair)Alumnus Dad Harmon & Diane (Family Advisory Chair)
Harmon won a prize for the most unique approach

Chris & Marty C (Alumni Advisory Chair)

On August 3, 2014, Rosecrance alumni, family and friends enjoyed an afternoon of bowling and fun! Everyone had a great time with lots of laughs. Renee L., friend of an alumnus, shared her thoughts: “One of the reasons I was afraid to get sober was I didn’t think I would have fun (even though I was miserable). Days like today show us how much fun we can have in sobriety.” The next family bowling event is September 13, 2014, in Wheaton, IL (details below).

Join us for the Naperville Rosecrance Alumni Family Bowling Event (Registration Required)

Saturday, September 13, 2014
1-3 p.m.
Cost: $11.95 per person

Fox Bowl & Stella's Pizza
1101 Butterfield Road
Wheaton, IL 60189

Cost includes: 2 Hours of traditional bowling or high-energy, glow-in-the-dark cosmic bowl, rental shoes and bowling balls. Also included: delicious cheese pizza & pop! If needed, there are bumpers available for the little ones!

Please RSVP to Melissa Garrison at 815.387.2537 or mgarrison@rosecrance.org.

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We are updating the Rosecrance Alumni Webpage and we need you! The new page will include Alumni videos, stories, music, artwork, and YOUR SUGGESTIONS! Please contact the Alumni Coordinator to submit your contributions and thoughts.
Alumni Workshop Series: "Emotional Relapse and Recovery"
(Registration Required)

David Lee, founder of Indiana-based Intervention Services and Technologies, Inc., will speak at the Rosecrance Griffin Williamson Campus September 6, 2014. David will provide insight to relapse prevention for alumni and their families. This workshop is from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Lunch will be provided.

Intervention Services and Technologies, Inc. is the largest intervention service provider in North America. Lee has more than 10 years of experience in interventions, addiction counseling, family systems and recovery. His professional background includes development of the S.M.A.R.T. model of interventions, CEO of Sober Solutions, Inc., and Program Developer and Director of the A Forever Recovery program in Battle Creek, Michigan.

Registration for this event is required. Please contact Melissa Garrison at 815.387.2537 or mgarrison@rosecrance.org.
David Lee
25th Anniversary of Recovery Month
"Join the Voices for Recovery: Speak Up, Reach Out"

Come and join us for a celebration of fellowship, giveaways, speakers, music & desserts!

WHEN: Saturday, September 20, 2014
WHERE: At the Trolley Station on N. Madison Street, Downtown Rockford
(Near the Riverview Ice House)
TIME: 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Alumni Cafe Support Groups

Rosecrance Alumni are welcome to attend and share what's happening in their lives today. Support your fellow alumni with your experience, strength and hope. Find fellowship and fun from the friends who held you up when your recovery first began.
ROSECRANCE NAPERVILLE ALUMNI CAFE SUPPORT GROUP ROSECRANCE ROCKFORD ALUMNI CAFE SUPPORT GROUP

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

 

 

   Rosecrance Rockford Alumni Cafe meets every 2nd Thursday of the month and 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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