Support Groups - McHenry County

McHenry County Mental Health Board
Weekly Agency Update
APRIL 11, 2016
The purpose of the hot sheet is to get accurate information from providers, to providers in order to assist in
facilitating quality care (Items in bold are new updates).
EDUCATIONAL AND TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES
DEMENTIA DISCUSSION GROUP MEETING
Mary Helen Ekstam, the JourneyCare Life Learning Advocate from Barrington will present “Hospice and Palliative
Care and how they help manage pain and provide comfort and support to loved ones with Dementia”. She has over 30
years’ experience in healthcare administration and outreach and has presented at many conferences and workshops. She
is an expert in medicine, music therapy and neurological rehabilitation. Family members, caregivers and loved ones are
invited to attend, offer comments and ask questions. This meeting will be held at The Church of Holy Apostles, 5211 W.
Bull Valley Rd, McHenry, on Wednesday, April 13, from 10:00 to 11:30AM.
FAMILY ALLIANCE, INC.
Conference Series - Your story matters: Support for Family Caregivers will be Saturday, April 16, 2016 from 9:15 am to
12:30 pm at 12555 Farm Hill Drive, Suite 800 in Huntley. Please see attached flyer for additional information.
WORKSHOP: BREAKING THE SILENCE
A discussion about Mental Illness and Addiction will be at McHenry County College on Tuesday, April 19, 2016 from 1:00
pm to 2:20 pm. There is hope. There is help. Join the conversation. Please see the attached flyer for additional
information.
NAMI
NAMI’s monthly general education and support group on April 21, 2016 at 7:00 pm will feature the video “All Too Soon”
produced by Adrian and Andrew Nuno after being impacted by the suicide of their classmate in 2014. Shira Greenfield, a
founding member of the McHenry County Suicide Prevention Task Force will facilitate a conversation with the audience
around the signs and symptoms of suicide and appropriate interventions. Please see the attached flyer for additional
information.
MCHENRY COUNTY MENTAL HEALTH BOARD TRAINING OPPORTUNITY
Adolescent Drug Use and Addiction training presented by Chris Gleason, MC, CAADC, will be on Friday, April 22, 2016
from 9:00 – 12:00 pm. This presentation will focus on the trends of adolescent substance use, providing information about
the pressures adolescents face as well as developmental concerns. National trends, the pattern of addiction, as well as
commonly used substances will be discussed. Registration deadline is April 18, 2016. Please see the attached flyer for
additional information.
MCHENRY COUNTY VETERANS RESOURCE FAIR & STAND DOWN
Save the date! The Veterans Resource Fair & Stand Down will take place on Thursday, April 28, 2016 from 10 AM – 3 PM
at the McHenry VFW, 3002 W. Route 120, McHenry (see the attached flyer). This informative and fun event is free and is
open to anyone who served in any branch of the US military, regardless of dates of service or discharge status. Agency
representatives who are interested in learning about services available to veterans are also welcome to attend. For
information call Mike Iwanicki at the Veterans Assistance Commission: (815) 334-4229 or Sue Rose at McHenry County
Housing Authority: (815) 338-7752.
NAMI
On May 19th, NAMI McHenry County will host an In Our Own Voice presentation by two people living well in their
recovery. Hearing the steps of recovery for an individual with a mental illness diagnosis provides new insight
and hope that life can be lived well. The presentation is scheduled from 7p-8p and will be followed with two
support groups -- one for family members and one for those with a diagnosis. All are welcome!!
MAY IS MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH – As your agency begins planning
your Mental Health Awareness Month events please let us know so that we may share your event with others
through our network of providers. Send your events to kdoherty@mc708.org. Please see attached flyer for the
events to-date.
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
MCHENRY COUNTY WORKFORCE NETWORK
The Workforce Network is looking for interested agencies to take part in a Job Fair at the Pioneer Center on
Thursday, April 21, 2016. Please see the attached flyer for additional information.
FAMILY HEALTH PARTNERSHIP CLINIC
Nursing – RN required. This part time position requires excellent clinical skills, critical decision making ability, superb
teaching and interpersonal skills, as well as a passion for the underserved. Hours are up to 24 hours per week. Bilingual
preferred, but not required.
Front Office – 29 hours/week – Spanish speaking, reading and writing required. Good customer service skills, ability to
multi task, excellent work ethic. Resumes to Suzanne Hoban – shoban@hpclinic.org.
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INFORMATIONAL AND EVENT OPPORTUNITIES
CLEARBROOK
Clearbrook is excited to announce the opening of the CHOICE McHenry County Day Program on April 11, 2016.
The program is located in the Crystal Lake Plaza on Northwest Highway at 16 E Crystal Lake Plaza. The CHOICE
program supports adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities to identify and choose areas of interest
while utilizing community-based opportunities, volunteer opportunities and employment, along with offering a
variety of social and leisure activities. For additional information please call 847.385.5032.
AUNT MARTHA’S HEALTH CENTER
Aunt Martha’s Health Center is coming soon to Centegra Hospital – Woodstock. Aunt Martha’s specializes in primary care
& mental health services for children and adults. Please see the attached flyer for additional information.
FAMILY HEALTH PARTNERSHIP CLINIC (FHPC)
20th Anniversary Annual Gala and Auction – “Puttin’ on the Ritz” in Roaring Twenties Style with dinner and silent auction.
Business casual or 1920 fashion attire. Help raise funds for FHPC, which provides primary medical care to the
under/uninsured residents of McHenry County. This gala will be Friday, April 22, 2016 at 6:00 pm at the Crystal Lake
Holiday Inn. $100 per person or $900.00 for a Table of Ten. Contact Cathy Patenaude at 779.220.9304 or email to
cpatenaude@hpclinic.org
TURNING POINT, INC.
Celebrating 35 years of service to McHenry County, Turning Point will have their Annual Dinner and Auction at Boulder
Ridge Country Club on April 23rd, 2016 starting at 5:30pm. The event promises to be very special evening with Guest
Feature Speaker Carolyn Cox Mahoney. Live music will be provided by Martini Lunch and we will have an extra-ordinary
silent and live auction. Our theme for the evening will be the Emerald City in the Wizard of OZ movie. Register at our
website: www.mchenrycountyturningpoint.org
THE HUMAN RACE BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE VOLUNTEER CENTER
Be the hero, join the McHenry County Human Race, a unique 5K walk/run that allows participants to choose which
organization will receive the proceeds of their race fee and any fundraising they do. This is a great community event that
highlights and strengthens the missions of local nonprofit organizations. The race will be Sunday, April 24, 2016 starting at
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8:00 am at the McHenry County College, 8900 Route 14, Crystal Lake. Contact http://www.mchumanrace.org/ or
815.344.GIVE.
DRUG TAKE BACK
There is a Drug Take Back on April 30, 2016. Please check with your local police department for collection times. Please
see the attached flyer for additional information.
BERNOTAS VIKING STRONG 5K
The first annual Bernotas Viking Strong 5K will be held on May 1st, 2016 at Lippold Park in Crystal Lake. This inaugural
event is open to the general public and community is invited to run or walk for a great cause. The Viking Strong 5K aims
to provide education and awareness around suicide prevention and depression in teens. Please see additional information
on the attached flyer.
22ND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT
The 22nd Judicial Circuit Drug Court Program Graduation will be Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at 6:30 pm at the
McHenry County Government Center. Please see the attached flyer for additional information.
HOME OF THE SPARROW
“A Night at the Derby” Gala. Put on your best Derby attire, sip a mint julep and head off to the races at this year’s not-tomiss Gala event! The event includes four hours open bar, served hot hors d’oeuvres, Derby hat contest, exquisite plated
dinner, silent and live auctions, live entertainment and a short program featuring the women we serve, and much more.
The Gala is on Saturday, May 14, 2016 from 5:00 – 10:00 pm at the International Room, Arlington International
Racecourse. Contact or register at www.HOSparrow.org or call 815.271.5444 x62
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GROUPS & GATHERINGS
CONSUMER GROUPS AND MEETINGS
Mondays
Support group for persons with Parkinson’s disease
The free Family Alliance support group for persons living with Parkinson’s disease is held on the 1 st Monday of each
month at our Huntley facility from 10:00 am to 11: am. Contact Alan Mogilner at 708.507.6809 for information or to RSVP.
Therapy for persons with Parkinson’s disease
Family Alliance free music therapy program for persons living with Parkinsons is on the 2 nd & 4th Mondays of each month
from 9:30 am – 10:30 am and 10:30 am – 11:30 am at the Huntley facility. Call 224.654.6300 or go to
www.FamilyAllianceInc.org for additional information.
Parents of Transgender Individuals (PTI)
PTI offers a safe environment for parents to share experiences and feelings as we navigate the journey of transition of our
children. This group meets on the first Monday of each month at 7:00 PM at the Tree of Life Universalist Unitarian
Congregation in McHenry at 5603 W. Bull Valley Rd, McHenry. Please email or call Mary Genzler at
marygenzler@hotmail.com or 224.654.6307.
Bereavement Support Group
This Family Alliance support group open to persons age 50+, meets the 2nd & 4th Monday of each month from 4:30 to 6:00
pm at the Woodstock location. Please RSVP before meeting date to Jackie at 224-654-6307.
Brain Injury Caregivers Support Group
The Caregivers support group is for parents, spouses, and other family members giving care to an adult or child who has
experienced a brain injury. This is an informal group providing mutual support and strategies to take care of oneself while
caring for others. Time & Location: Third Monday of the month, 6:00pm to 7:30pm at Brain Injury Health Management,
333 Commerce Dr., Suite 300, Crystal Lake. Contact: Mary Lou Philbin | 815 893-0378.
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Recovery International
The Recovery International program provides weekly peer-led self-help meetings. The Recovery International method is
a system of cognitive behavioral techniques developed by neuropsychiatrist Abraham Low, MD, used to change thoughts
and behaviors; changes in attitudes and beliefs follow. This group meets Mondays at 3:30pm at the First Congregational
Church, 11628 E. Main St., in Huntley.
Spousal Caregiver Support Group
This Family Alliance support group is open to spouses caring for someone affected by Alzheimer’s disease or other forms
of dementia. This group meets every 2nd Monday of the month at 10:30 am – 12:00 pm at the Woodstock location. To
RSVP call 815.338.3590.
Family Alliance Caregiver Support Groups
These groups are for residents of Del Webb Sun City-Huntley who are giving care to someone affected by Alzheimer’s
disease or other forms of dementia. This group is offered at no cost, by Family Alliance. This group meets the 2nd & 4th
Monday of each month from 10:30 am – 12:00 pm at Del Webb Sun City (Fountain View F). Please call 815.338.3590 for
additional information.
HeadWinds Family Support Group
HeadWinds is a support group for families and individuals who have experienced traumatic brain injury. The support
group works to meet the needs of families and survivors facing the special issues of brain injury and accessing
appropriate supports and services. Time & Location: Second Monday of the month – 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. at Brain Injury
Health Management, 333 Commerce Dr., Suite 300, Crystal Lake. Contact: Mary Lou Philbin | 815 893-0378
Childhood Sexual Abuse Survivor Group
This group is for women who are dealing with the impact of childhood sexual abuse in their lives. The group will meet
once per week for 10 weeks at Northwest CASA, 415 W. Golf Road, Suite 47 in Arlington Heights. Contact Margaret at
847-806-6526 ext. 20 for additional information and to register.
Tuesdays
Women’s Support Group
NAMI – Honoring our Personal Experiences (H.O.P.E.) Join H.O.P.E. Tuesdays @ 6:30 – 8:00 pm, at the
1st Presbyterian Church of Marengo, 203 W Washington Street. Feeling overwhelmed? Needing Support? Call Debbie for
more information at 815.308.0853. See attached flyer for additional information.
Valley Hi
Valley Hi offers an Alzheimer’s & Dementia Family/Caregiver support group on the 2nd Tuesday of every month at 6:00 pm
at Valley Hi Nursing & Rehabilitation, 2406 Hartland Road in Woodstock. Please contact 815.334.2817 for additional
information.
Family Support Group
This Family Alliance Support Group for Families caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia meets on the 4th
Tuesday of each month at 10:30 am – 12:00 pm at the Huntley location. Please call 244.654.6300 to RSVP.
PFLAG McHenry/McHenry County
PFLAG McHenry/McHenry County Chapter meets the second Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. The meetings are held
at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation in McHenry (5603 W. Bull Valley Rd. McHenry, IL 60050).
All are invited to attend. Phone Number: 815-385-9068 E-mail:pflagwoodstock@earthlink.net
Epilepsy Foundation’s Epilepsy Support Group on the 3rd Tuesday of the Month held at the McHenry County
Mental Health Board at 620 Dakota St., Crystal Lake, IL from 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm. Please contact Nancy Monica for more
information: 815-893-0709.
The Renewal Center – A Wellness Oasis for Cancer Survivors
The Renewal Center focuses on people who have finished day-to-day medical treatment and are trying to move forward
with their lives. The end of treatment is not the end of dealing with healing. When patients are in treatment, they are trying
to survive and can’t really feel the full emotional impact that being diagnosed with cancer involves. Once patients have
completed treatment they are ready to begin dealing with the emotional aspects and other issues of cancer survivorship.
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The Renewal Center, a 501(c) non-profit organization, enables cancer survivors to connect with others and build a
supportive community. All services to cancer survivors are free of charge. Time & Location: Support Group: 9:30 – 10:30
Quilting Group: 10:30-11:30 at 620 Dakota Street, Crystal Lake, Contact: Diane Haber | 815-382-5645 |
www.therenewalcenter.org
Wednesdays
Support group for persons living with Multiple Sclerosis
This Family Alliance support group meets every 4th Wednesday of the month from 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm at the Huntley
location. Email Sue Iwinski at sue.iwinski@gmail.com for more information or to RSVP.
Caregiver Support Group
This Family Alliance Caregiver Support Group meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 6:00 pm at Family Alliance in
Woodstock. Call (815) 338-3590 for more information.
NAMI
Connection Recovery Support Group for persons with behavioral health challenges. Time & Location: 2:00-3:30 p.m. at
Community Resource Center, 620 Dakota Street, Crystal Lake. Contact: NAMI Office at 815.308.0851
Survivors of Suicide (SOS)
For those who have lost a loved one to suicide or are a support person to that individual. Facilitators are available to meet
outside of the scheduled group times. Time & Location: Third Wednesday of the month at the McHenry County Mental
Health Board at 620 Dakota Street in Crystal Lake at 7:00 pm. Contact: Holly Puchner | 815-338-2910 |
hpuchner@centegra.com, or contact the McHenry County Crisis Line at 800-892-8900
Thursdays
NAMI Family Support Group
This group is open to all. Family members and consumers are encouraged to attend this support group.
Time & Location: First Thursday of the month – 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. at Centegra Hospital in McHenry, 4201 W. Medical
Center Drive, McHenry (this group meets in a room at the back of the cafeteria on the 1st floor)
Contact: NAMI Office | 815-308-0851
NAMI General Education & Support Meeting
The Educational presentation offers a different topic each month and the Support Groups offers small groups for family
members, consumers, parents/caregivers of children & adolescents.
Time & Location Third Thursday of the month – 7:00 p.m. (Educational Presentation), 8:00 p.m. (Support Groups) held at
the Community Resource Center, 620 Dakota Street, Crystal Lake. Contact: NAMI Office | 815-308-0851
Recovery International
The Recovery International program provides weekly peer-led self-help meetings. The Recovery International method is
a system of cognitive behavioral techniques developed by neuropsychiatrist Abraham Low, MD, used to change thoughts
and behaviors; changes in attitudes and beliefs follow. This group meets Thursdays at 2:00-3:30pm at the Community
Resource Center, 620 Dakota in Crystal Lake.
The Renewal Center – A Wellness Oasis for Cancer Survivors
The Renewal Center focuses on people who have finished day-to-day medical treatment and are trying to move forward
with their lives. The end of treatment is not the end of dealing with healing. When patients are in treatment, they are trying
to survive and can’t really feel the full emotional impact that being diagnosed with cancer involves. Once patients have
completed treatment they are ready to begin dealing with the emotional aspects and other issues of cancer survivorship.
The Renewal Center, a 501(c) non-profit organization, enables cancer survivors to connect with others and build a
supportive community. All services to cancer survivors are free of charge. We are currently offering an Eight-Session
Cancer Survivor Program
Time & Location: 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. and 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. at 620 Dakota Street, Crystal Lake
Contact: Diane Haber | 815-382-5645 | www.therenewalcenter.org
Jail Brakers – Adult Support Group
Jail Brakers is a diverse grassroots organization that is here to help people of all ages. Whether it is to share your story,
provide resources, help, laugh or grieve, please join our community. Time & Location: First Thursday of the month – 6:304/11/2016
8:00 p.m. at Unity Spiritual Center of Woodstock at 225 W. Calhoun, Woodstock. Contact Cheryl Niemo at 224.422.7431
or jailbrakers@gmail.com.
Jail Brakers – Youth Support Group
Youth Support Group, pre-school through 18 years. Time & Location: First Thursday of the month – 6:30-8:00 p.m. at
Unity Spiritual Center of Woodstock at 225 W. Calhoun, Woodstock. Contact Cheryl Niemo at 224.422.7431 or
jailbrakers@gmail.com.
Survivors of Suicide (SOS)
For those who have lost a loved one to suicide or are a support person to that individual. Facilitators are available to meet
outside of the scheduled group times. Time & Location: First Thursday of the month - at the McHenry County Mental
Health Board at 620 Dakota Street in Crystal Lake at 7:00 pm. Contact: Holly Puchner at 815-338-2910 or
hpuchner@centegra.com , or contact the McHenry County Crisis Line at 800-892-8900
Caregiver Support Group
Caring for a family member, spouse, or friend can be challenging. This support group provides a comforting place to meet
with other caregivers, learn new coping skills, and share tips/techniques that work for you. The group meetings on the 3 rd
Thursday of each month at Lovell FHCC, 3001 Green Bay Road, North Chicago, IL from 11:00 a.m. to Noon. Please
contact Pam Rosentreter at 224-610-3472 if you would like to attend.
Fridays
Grief Support Group
Starting this Friday, March 6th from 1:30 to 3:30 pm at Mathers Clinic in Crystal Lake. This group will meet every Friday.
For information, please call Barbara Webb at 815.397.7654 to RSVP.
Focusing on Advocating for Consumer Education and Services of McHenry County (F.A.C.E.S.)
Group: F.A.C.E.S. of McHenry County When: 4th Friday of each month from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. starting January 23, 2015.
Place: First United Methodist Church of Woodstock (Back Entrance) Room: Fellowship Hall, 201 W. South St. Woodstock,
IL 60098 Contact: Ron Smith, Co-Facilitator of F.A.C.E.S. of McHenry County, resmith01@yahoo.com Cell: 815-701-4451
Caregiver Support Group
Caring for a family member, spouse, or friend can be challenging. This support group provides a comforting place to meet
with other caregivers, learn new coping skills, and share tips/techniques that work for you. The group meetings on the 4 th
Friday of each month at the McHenry Veteran and Family Services Center, 5330 Elm Street, McHenry, IL from 2:30 p.m.
to 3:30 p.m. Please contact Pam Rosentreter at 224-610-3472 if you would like to attend.
Alzheimer/Dementia Caregiver Support Group
This Family Alliance support group is for anyone giving care to someone affected by Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of
Dementia. This group is offered at no cost, by Family Alliance. This group meets on the 3rd Friday of each month, 1:00
pm -2:30 pm at the Woodstock location. Call 815.338.3590 or www.FamilyAllianceInc.org for additional information.
Saturdays
Sibshops
This internationally acclaimed program is designed for the brothers and sisters of children and adults with special needs. It
is geared to 8-14 year olds. Please see the attached flyer for more information or visit the Options & Advocacy website at
www.optionsandadvocacy.org. Time & Location: Third Saturday of the month (September – May) – from 9:00 – 11:30
a.m. in Crystal Lake. Contact: Winter Noe | 815-477-4720
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COMING
SPRING
2016
AUNT MARTHA’S
HEALTH CENTER
at
Centegra Hospital - Woodstock
3703 Doty Rd., Medical Office Bldg. 1, Suite 1
Woodstock, IL 60098
Specializing in coordinated
primary care & mental health services
for children and adults.
We accept All Kids, Medicare, Medicaid and most health
insurance plans, including several managed care plan options.
We also offer a sliding fee scale program to those who are
uninsured or underinsured and low income.
For additional information
and updates, please visit
www.auntmarthas.org/woodstock.
H.O.P.E.
Honoring Our Personal Experiences
Women’s Support Group
Feeling overwhelmed?
Needing support?
Join H.O.P.E.
H.O.P.E. is held at 1st Presbyterian Church the same night that Stone Soup is hosted!
Come for Free Soup & Support!
TUESDAYS @ 6:30 – 8:00 PM
Location:
1st Presbyterian Church of Marengo
203 W Washington St.
Call Debby for more information
(815)308-0853
620 Dakota St., Crystal Lake, IL 60012
www.namimchenrycounty.org
Breaking the Silence:
A Discussion about Mental Illness and Addiction
April 19, 2016 • 1–2:20 p.m.
Room B166-167 at McHenry County College
Understanding the Struggles and Finding Solutions
Join us for a workshop and discussion with three experts:
• Chris Gleason, Director, McHenry County Services,
Rosecrance Addiction and Mental Health Treatment Center
• Susie Piasecki, Certified Recovery Specialist, National Alliance
on Mental Illness
• Amy Taylor, MCC Counseling Department
There is hope.
There is help.
Join the conversation.
Sponsored by: Psi Beta and Social Science Club
“All Too Soon”
Please Join Us
Thursday, April 21, 2016
GENERAL EDUCATION
AND SUPPORT GROUP MEETING
7 pm - Presentation
8 pm – Support Groups
Community Resource Center
620 Dakota St.
Crystal Lake, IL 60012
Brothers Adrian and Andrew Nuno, two MCC students, were inspired to write and
produce a video after being impacted by the suicide of their classmate in 2014. It is their
hope that in sharing the video it will create an awareness in others that they can make a
difference in the life of someone who might be contemplating suicide.
Shira Greenfield, a founding member of the McHenry County Suicide Prevention Task
Force will facilitate a conversation with the audience around the signs and symptoms of
suicide and appropriate interventions. Ms. Greenfield is a Licensed Clinical Professional
Counselor and is currently the Clinical Manager of Outpatient Behavioral Health
Services at Centegra Health System.
Do you know of someone who would benefit from this presentation? Please feel free to invite them to join you.
These presentations and support groups are open and free to the community. Registration is not required.
SUPPORT WILL BE OFFERED AFTER THE PRESENTATION
If you have an urgent need to meet with someone for support instead of attending the presentation,
let someone at the sign-in desk know and one of our support facilitators will be happy to meet with you immediately.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: NAMI McHenry County at 815-308-0851
Please note that these presentations are subject to change without prior notice due to circumstances beyond our
control. Check our Facebook page and website www.namimchenrycounty.org for updates.
500 Russel Court
Woodstock, IL 60098
4100 Veterans Pkwy
McHenry, IL 60050
As many of you may know, Pioneer Center will be closing their Behavioral Health Division in
early May which will result in 103 employees being let go.
Rocio Arreola-Escutia, Director of Human Resources, has asked McHenry County Workforce
Network to coordinate a job fair at their 4100 Veterans Parkway, McHenry, IL facility in April,
in order to allow affected employees access to prospective employers while still actively
working at Pioneer.
1. Talent available to recruit include various CLINICAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE positions!
I am reaching out to you today to see if you would be interested and available to participate in
this job fair on Thursday, April 21, 2016 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Please let me know of your interest as soon as possible. Space at Pioneer - Veterans Parkway
is limited.
Best regards,
Linda
Linda Kasprzak, CWDP
Business Services Representative
McHenry County Workforce Network
500 Russel Court
Woodstock, IL 60098
815-334-2797-815-338-7125 fax
ldkasprzak@co.mchenry.il.us
www.mchenrycountyworkforce.com
McHenry County Behavioral Healthcare Network Continuing Education Program
Sponsored by:
McHenry County Mental Health Board
Adolescent Drug Use and Addiction
Presented by: Chris Gleason, MC, CAADC
Cost: Sponsored by MCMHB
Date: Friday, April 22, 2016
Time: 9:00 am to noon, Registration starting at 8:30am
Location: McHenry County Mental Health Board, 620 Dakota Street, Crystal Lake, IL 60012
*CEU’s: 3 CEUs for professional counselors/clinical counselors and social workers will be provided.
IAODAPCA CEUs pending.
All attendees will receive a certificate of attendance
Registration is limited to 75 participants and is due by April 18, 2016
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
This presentation will focus on the trends of adolescent substance use, providing information about the pressures
adolescents face as well as developmental concerns. National trends, the pattern of addiction, as well as
commonly used substances will be discussed.
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
At the end of the presentation the participant will have an increased:
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Understanding of the common pressures of adolescence,
Knowledge of adolescent development,
Information about national trends,
Knowledge about common drugs of abuse,
Awareness of the progression of addiction.
PRESENTER
Chris Gleason has worked in the Addiction field since 1995, working in DUI, outpatient, and inpatient mental
health and substance abuse programs. He has also presented on many different topics both locally and nationally
including Co-Occurring Treatment for Adolescents and Opiate/Heroin Addiction in both the Adult and
Adolescent population. Currently he is the Director of Rosecrance McHenry County which provides outpatient
counseling for both substance abuse and mental health. Chris is also an adjunct professor at Aurora University
and is the Chairperson for the McHenry County Substance Abuse Coalition.
TARGET AUDIENCE
Clinicians, counselors, social workers and case managers, peer specialists, mental health professionals, school
social workers and counselors, and other helping professionals.
To register: You can register online at www.mc708.org or please contact:
Kristen Doherty: Phone (815) 788-4399 / Fax (815) 455-2925 / Email kdoherty@mc708.org
**Please have one person call/fax/email your agency’s registration information**
Complimentary translation provided upon request.
McHenry County Behavioral Healthcare Network Continuing Education Program
McHenry County Mental Health Board
Training Registration
Name of Training: Adolescent Drug Use and Addiction
Presenters: Chris Gleason, MA, CAADC
Date: April 22, 2016
Location: McHenry County Mental Health Board
Time: 9am to noon
Agency:
Cost: sponsored by MCMHB
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You can register online at www.mc708.org or Please return to Kristen Doherty: Mental Health Board, 620 Dakota Street, Crystal Lake,
IL 60012 Phone (815) 788-4399/ Fax (815) 455-2925 / Email kdoherty@mc708.org (Include Agency name above.)
COME .CELEBRATE
Featuring a Sit-down Dinner,
Fabulous Silent Auction Items
including tickets to
Hamilton the Musical and
Live Entertainment by
The Galaxie Girls
and Lake Shore Syncopations!
It’s going to be the bees’ knees!
Family..Health
Partnership..Clinic’s
Anniversary
IN ROARING TWENTIES STYLE
Family Health
Partnership Clinic’s
Annual Gala & Auction
F r i d ay
6:00 p.m.
at the
Crystal Lake Holiday Inn
$100 per person or $900 for a Table of Ten
To Purchase
Tickets Visit:
www.hpclinic.org
or for more
information call
779-220-9305
Sponsored by:
Centegra
Advocate Good Shepherd
Medtronic
INTREN
Alliance Contractors, Inc.
American Community Bank
TURNING POINT
YEAR
ANNUAL CHARITABLE
AUCTION & DINNER
April 23, 2016
Boulder Ridge Country Club
350 Boulder, Lake in the Hills, IL
50/50 Charitable Raffle
Emerald City Wall
Everyone wins! Purchase a ticket for an emerald and
your chance to win one of many prizes!
Silent Auction
Use your mobile phone to bid on a fabulous
assortment of silent auction items.
Live Auction
A wonderful array of coveted items will be auctioned
off to the highest bidder.
Special Guest Speaker
Carolyn Cox Mahoney
Evening Entertainment
Martini Lunch Band
Event Registration at:
www.mchenrycountyturningpoint.org
P.O. Box 723 • Woodstock, IL 60098 • 815-338-8081
www.mchenrycountyturningpoint.org
TURNING POINT
“To confront violence against women & children in McHenry County”
McHenry County
Veterans Resource
Fair & Stand Down
April 28, 2016
10 AM - 3 PM
McHenry VFW
3002 W. Route 120
McHenry, IL 60051
Sponsored by:
Veterans Assistance Commission
McHenry County Housing Authority
TLS Veterans
J A Lovell Federal Healthcare Center
IL Dept. of Employment Security
McHenry County Community Foundation
American Community Bank and Trust
For information contact:
Veterans Assistance Commission
(815) 334-4229
Resources, services & assistance
for veterans & their families:
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VA benefits screening
Health screening
Employment services
Legal counseling and assistance
Financial counseling
Mental health counseling
Homeless assistance
Free haircuts
Information, referral and advocacy
Business Tagline or Motto
Free lunch for veterans who are
residents of McHenry County
2015 May is Mental Health Awareness Month
Additional details and information to be added weekly
Watch the Northwest Herald for Mental Health related columns throughout the month of May!
Save the Dates!!!
April 30th – Saturday
Event:
Time:
Description:
May 1st - Sunday
Event:
Presented by:
Time:
Location:
Description:
Drug Take Back
Please check with your local police department for collection times.
The majority of teenagers abusing prescription drugs get them from family and
friends – and the home medicine cabinet.
Bernotas Viking Strong 5K
Bernotas Middle School
Begins at 8:00 am
Lippold Park in Crystal Lake
This inaugural event is open to the general public and Bernotas invites the
community to run or walk for a great cause! The Viking Strong 5K aims to
provide education and awareness around suicide prevention and depression
in teens.
May 1st – Sunday
Event:
Gale Harris Mental Health Awareness Column
Presented by: Northwest Herald
Location:
Style Section
May 10th – Tuesday
Event:
Presented by:
Time:
Location:
Drug Court Program Graduation
22nd Judicial Circuit
6:30 pm
McHenry County Government Center, Woodstock
May 14th – Saturday
Event:
Sleep Out for Shelter
Presented by: Pioneer Center for Human Services
815-344-1230
Time:
5:00 pm – 8:00 am (May 10th)
Location:
Church of Holy Apostles, McHenry
Description: For one night, event participants spend the night outside in tents, boxes or cars
to raise awareness and money for McHenry County PADS-the largest provider of
shelter and services to the county’s men, women and children who have found
themselves facing homelessness.
Event:
Presented by:
Time:
Location:
“A Night at the Derby” Gala
Home of the Sparrow
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
International Room, Arlington International Racecourse
Description:
May 15th – Sunday
Event:
Presented by:
Time:
Location:
Description:
The event includes four hours open bar, served hot hors d’oeuvres, Derby hat
contest, exquisite plated dinner, silent and live auctions, live entertainment and
a short program featuring the women we serve, and much more.
Fair Diddley Craft Show
Mental Health Resource League
10:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Woodstock Square
There will be hundreds of hand-crafted items available from our skilled artisans!
May 19th – Thursday
Event:
“In Our Own Voice”
Presented by: NAMI – McHenry County
815.308-0851
Time:
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Location:
Community Resource Center
620 Dakota Street, Crystal Lake
Description: A presentation by two people living well in their recovery. Hearing the steps of
recovery for an individual with a mental illness diagnosis provides new
insight and hope that life can be lived well.
May 24th – Tuesday
Event:
Annual Public Hearing
Presented by: McHenry County Mental Health Board
815-455-2828
Time:
6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Location:
McHenry County Mental Health Board
620 Dakota Street, Crystal Lake, IL
Description: Discussions focusing on Mental Illness, Developmental Disabilities
and Substance Abuse.
Drug
Take
Back
APRIL 30, 2016
Please check with your local police department for collection times :
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Algonquin Police Department, 2200 Harnish Drive–Algonquin—847-658-4531
Cary Police Department, 654 Village Hall Drive–Cary—847-639-2341
Crystal Lake Police Department, 100 W. Woodstock Street–Crystal Lake—815-356-3620
Huntley Police Department, 10911 Main Street–Huntley—847-515-5311
Johnsburg Police Department, 3611 N. Chapel Hill Road–Johnsburg—815-385-6024
Lake in the Hills Police Department, 1115 Crystal Lake Road–Lake in the Hills—847-658-5676
Lakewood Police Department, 2500 Lake Avenue–Lakewood—815-459-2151
Marengo Police Department, 142 E. Prairie Street–Marengo—815-568-7231
McHenry Police Department, 333 S. Green Street–McHenry—815.363.2200
McHenry County Sheriff’s Office, WLFPD, 4300 E. Wonder Lake Rd–Wonder Lake—815-338-2144
Woodstock Police Department, 656 Lake Avenue–Woodstock—815-338-2131
The majority of teenagers abusing
prescription drugs get them from family
and friends – and the home medicine
cabinet.
The first annual ​Bernotas Viking Strong 5K ​will be held on May 1st, 2016 at Lippold Park in Crystal Lake. This inaugural event is open to the general public and Bernotas invites the community to run or walk for a great cause! The Viking Strong 5K aims to provide education and awareness around suicide prevention and depression in teens. This special event has been created by students, faculty, and parents of Bernotas Middle School. All funds raised will be donated to NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) McHenry County in Crystal Lake. EVENT DETAILS: The Viking Strong 5K begins at 8 a.m. on Sun., May 1st at Lippold Park in Crystal Lake. ​For information on registration and sponsorship, visit the Bernotas Facebook page (www.facebook.com/BernotasVikings) or website at ​www.d47.org/rbm​. Registration is also available by scanning the QR code at the bottom of this flyer. Note: Register by February 15th for early bird pricing​! $25 adults; $15 (youth 13 and under); $5 Bernotas students. Same-day registration is also available. VOLUNTEERS: Bernotas is looking for volunteers to help with a variety of duties: set-up, clean-up, packet pick-up, water stations, etc. If interested, contact Bernotas Principal Jeff Prickett at 815.788.5600 or at ​jdprickett@d47.org​. MCC JOB FAIR
Friday, May 6, 2016 | 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Gym/Multi-purpose Room, Building A
Whether you’re new to the job search arena or looking for a new or advanced job, this event
has something for everyone. Local employers will be seeking temporary, part-time and full-time
employees. Plus, take advantage of pre-event workshops and information sessions!
Pre-workshops available; registration is required as space is limited.
– Resume/Portfolio/Interview Workshop
Tuesday, May 3, 2016 from 9:30 a.m–12:15 p.m. at McHenry County Workforce Network, Woodstock.
To register call (815) 338-7100 x2771 or email workforcecenterRR@yahoo.com.
– Selling Yourself: Interview Skills
Tuesday, April 26, 2016 from 10–11:30 a.m. in Room B166–167. To register, call Renee Demetzensky
at (815) 479-7820 or email rdemetzensky@mchenry.edu.
– Walk-in Resume Critiques—Building B Commons area
Tuesday, May 3, 2016 from 10 a.m.–Noon
Wednesday, May 4, 2016 from Noon–2 p.m
Visit www.mchenry.edu/jobfair for event details, job fair tips and a list of attending employers!
Dress to impress, bring resumes and be ready to sell yourself with your elevator speech!
In Partnership with The McHenry County Workforce Network, McHenry County Economic
Development Corporation, Senator Pamela Althoff, and Representative Barbara Wheeler
McHenry County College
8900 U.S. Highway 14, Crystal Lake, IL
We cordially invite you to the
22nd Judicial Circuit
Drug Court Program Graduation
Tuesday May 10, 2016 at 6:30pm
McHenry County Government Center
2200 North Seminary Avenue
East Entrance
Courtroom 204
Woodstock, IL 60098
Reception to immediately follow