mental health

Community Health Centers Commend Governor Pritzker for Prioritizing Behavioral Health and the Healthcare Workforce in Joint State of the State and FY2024 Budget Address

One law mandates school board members to receive training on trauma-informed practices. #illinois #education

The Building Healthy Communities Behavioral Health Initiative will be built on a foundation of equity and inclusivity. #ccdph

“Blood donation is a small step we can all take to help save lives,” said Rep. Haas. #JackieHaas

Pritzker's second pandemic executive order "is an unlawful use of his authority under the Illinois Emergency Management Act (IEMAA)..."

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, suicide is the 11th leading cause of death in the state.

The Community Resource Center (CRC) is open to anyone and helps individuals connect to mental health assistance, substance use disorder treatment, housing assistance, food, education, clothing, and employment, among other resources. #cookcountysheriff

"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 JB Pritzker. #mentalhealth

The average delay between symptom onset of a mental health condition and treatment is 11 years... #nami #robcruz

“We are immensely fortunate to expand this proven mental health model with a world-class children’s hospital,” said CPS CEO Pedro Martinez. #mentalhealth