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In the news: Stars of Light sheds light on mental illness
The Rock River Times wrote a glowing review of a recent Stars of Light Theatre Troupe performance in Rockford, IL. From the Times: The Stars of Light Theatre troupe gave a stirring presentation last week for the members of the Kiwanis Club of Rockford at the Stockholm Inn. Members were taken aback by the performance … Continued
Miss Illinois visits Rosecrance adolescent patients
Hannah Smith, Miss Illinois 2011, visited adolescent patients at Rosecrance Griffin Williamson Campus on Oct. 21 as part of Red Ribbon Week. Smith’s message was simple: Character counts – even when no one is watching. Red Ribbon Week is the oldest and largest drug prevention campaign in the country. Although the start end dates can … Continued
1 in 3 adolescents begin drinking by end of 8th grade, says NIAAA
The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) has released a guide for healthcare professionals to help identify children and teenagers ages nine to 18 who are at risk for alcohol-related problems, provide brief counseling and refer them to treatment resources if that is indicated. The details are provided by SAMHSA: The evidence-based guide, … Continued
Stars of Light release autumn tour schedule
The Stars of Light Theatre Troupe has released their autumn tour schedule: Monday, October 24, 2011 Noon to 1 p.m. lIinois Statewide Transition Conference Crowne Point Plaza 3000 South Dirksen PKWY Springfield, IL 62073 Tuesday, October 25, 2011 9:30 a.m. Winnebago County Corrections Winnebago County Justice Center Rockford, IL 61101 Monday, October 31, 2011 9:30 … Continued
Teens have places to turn for help
Americans are dying from accident less often than they used to. One cause of unintentional death, however, is on the rise. As written in the Naperville Sun: Drug overdoses — such as those that killed three Naperville teens over the summer — are taking lives at unprecedented rates. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention … Continued
Loved ones spell out how, why kids are abusing dangerous drugs
The Naperville Sun has published an article detailing how and why kids are abusing dangerous drugs. From the Sun: Several days after his 17th birthday, Warner was found dead on his patio, having suffered an apparent overdose. Friends with Warner that evening describe their friend as alive and well at the time they left for … Continued
In the news: Rosecrance in Naperville to discuss increased drug, alcohol use
Rosecrance Director of Outreach Programs Claudia Evenson spoke in Naperville on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2011, about recognizing warning signs of drug abuse. Evenson spoke as part of the Naperville Area Homeowners Confederation monthly meeting. The event was covered by the Naperville Sun. From the Sun: The well-known incident involving Naperville North High School students celebrating … Continued
Rosecrance’s Mary Ann Abate to speak at women’s healthcare seminar
Mary Ann Abate, Rosecrance Vice President/Chief Operating Officer of Mental Health Services, will speak on a panel at “A Night to Celebrate Women in Healthcare: The Role and Influences of Women in Healthcare Professions.” The seminar is Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2011, at 7 p.m. at the University of Illinois School of Medicine Auditorium, 1601 Parkview … Continued
Rosecrance sponsors Kennedy 5K Run/Walk for Mind, Body & Soul
The Mental Health Association of the Rock River Valley is proud to present the fifth annual Kennedy 5K Run/Walk for Mind, Body & Soul, sponsored by Rosecrance. This event is open to the community and family participation is encouraged. The fee to participate is $20. Register for the event here, or by visiting the Rosecrance … Continued