Andrea Shales
Professional Relations Coordinator
Andrea Shales is the Professional Relations Coordinator for Lake and northern Cook counties. She earned a bachelor’s degree in business management with a minor in social work from National Louis University. She has over two decades of experience in healthcare marketing and outreach, working directly with hospitals, community groups, and behavioral health organizations to develop long-lasting professional relationships. She is passionate about connecting adults, adolescents, and families with resources they need for lasting recovery, and she strives to bring awareness of mental health and substance use by partnering with local leaders, businesses, and organizations that offer support and education. She is a member of several Lake County task forces focusing on prevention and awareness.