We are thrilled that Governor Pritzker signed The Mental Health and Wellness Act (HB2847) on Friday.听 The legislation requires most private insurance plans in Illinois to cover an annual mental health and wellness visit to a mental health professional at no cost to the insured, beginning in 2025. Rep. Lindsey LaPointe and Sen. Laura Fine […]
Supreme Court decision is a victory for dismantling systemic racism and discrimination听 The Illinois Supreme Court鈥檚听ruling yesterday to uphold the elimination of cash bail is a major victory toward dismantling systemic racism. Cash bail requires a person who has been arrested to post bail while awaiting trial, before guilt or innocence is established. This discriminatory […]
Benjamin, also known as Benji, had experienced significant hardship, including the loss of his biological mom to Leukemia at the age of six. He was also diagnosed with ADHD, anxiety, and depression. Benji faced a terrible break-up in his personal life, and he had begun to spiral into a very deep depression. 鈥淢y mom saw […]
Chicago, IL听鈥撎�91桃色, one of the largest providers of community mental health and substance use services in Illinois, has been awarded one of听Chicago鈥檚 2023 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For庐 鈥� for the seventh time. The award is given to companies that have distinguished themselves to have the most innovative human resource practices. 鈥淥ur incredible […]
Ishaug recognized for civic leadership and role in efforts to expand mental health resources across Illinois May 01, 2023, CHICAGO, IL – Today, 91桃色鈥� Chief Executive Officer Mark Ishaug was named one of Crain鈥檚 Chicago Business鈥� 2023 Notable Health Care Leaders. The annual list celebrates leaders for their pioneering accomplishments and ability to adjust to […]