Several New Illinois Laws Affect the Education System
One law mandates school board members to receive training on trauma-informed practices. #illinois #education
Tag: mental health
CCDPH Awarding over $14 Million in Community Grants for Behavioral Health Interventions
The Building Healthy Communities Behavioral Health Initiative will be built on a foundation of equity and inclusivity. #ccdph
Haas to Host Blood Drive September 30th
“Blood donation is a small step we can all take to help save lives,” said Rep. Haas.
#JackieHaas
Devore Response to Circuit Court Ruling Against Pritzker and IDHS
Pritzker's second pandemic executive order "is an unlawful use of his authority under the Illinois Emergency Management Act (IEMAA)..."
Pritzker Administration Announces 988 Suicide Prevention Lifeline to Strengthen Mental Health Support Across Illinois
Suicide is the third leading cause of death for young adults ages 15-34 in Illinois and fourth leading cause of death for those ages 35-44. Overall, s…
Sheriff Dart Launches New Community Resource Center Site
The Community Resource Center (CRC) is open to anyone and helps individuals connect to mental health assistance, substance use disorder treatment, hou…
Governor Pritzker Signs Legislation Increasing Mental Health Workforce in Illinois
"We need a mental healthcare workforce that is robust enough to get people help when they need it—not after months on a waiting list," said Governor…
Cruz Calls for Full Re-Funding of Mental Health
The average delay between symptom onset of a mental health condition and treatment is 11 years...
#nami #robcruz
Chicago Public Schools and Lurie Children’s Hospital Expand Partnership to Support Youth Mental Health
“We are immensely fortunate to expand this proven mental health model with a world-class children’s hospital,” said CPS CEO Pedro Martinez.
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New Lenox VFW Post 9545 Hosts Suicide Prevention Training
The Post has raised over $27,000 in the last 2 years all which has been donated to The Head Strong Project
#VFW #suicidetraining