National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month | |
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October is National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month, and FSG encourages you to take this opportunity to prioritize mental health and be aware of your needs. Start a conversation with your children and loved ones about wellness and support them by screening for wellness.
Mental Health America (MHA) provides free and confidential online mental health screenings. You can choose from various assessments, including those for depression and anxiety. These tools are quick and user-friendly. Once you complete a screening, you'll receive valuable information, resources, and tools to help you understand and improve your mental health. We encourage you to take a screener for yourself or to do one with a loved one to check for any signs of elevated risk.
If you need support in managing the mental health and well-being of yourself or your children, please contact FSG at 847-835-5111.
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Celebrating Over 20 Years of Dedication:
Cindy Brunson Retires
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With mixed emotions, we announce the retirement of long time Family Service of Glencoe Staff Therapist, Cindy Brunson. After more than 20 years of dedicated service, Cindy is embarking on this new chapter in her life.
Since joining FSG in 2001, Cindy has been an essential part of our team, significantly contributing to our growth and success.
Throughout her career with us, Cindy has been a vital contributor to our Clinical and Crisis Teams, showcasing unparalleled expertise in Domestic Violence issues and commitment to her clients and their goals. Her work has not only propelled Family Service of Glencoe forward over the years but has also made a difference in so many lives in this community.
As Cindy steps into retirement, we want to express our deepest gratitude for her remarkable contributions. Her legacy of compassion and dedication will continue to inspire us.
To honor Cindy’s incredible impact, we are collecting statements of appreciation from the community. We invite you to join us in celebrating her achievements and wishing her all the best in her retirement. Messages will be collected and delivered to Cindy.
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Upcoming and Ongoing Programs | |
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For parents of children Pre-K through grade 12 (open to all schools/school districts)
Join your peers in conversation about the universal challenges we face as parents. FSG clinicians will facilitate discussions relevant to your child’s age and development.
The session will be an open discussion without a set topic. We encourage you to bring your ideas on any concerns you'd like to address. Simply fill out a topic card and drop it in our topic basket, and the FSG clinician will kick off the conversation!
Some ideas for discussion:
Are my kids overscheduled?
How can I help them cope with worries?
What steps can I take to foster my child’s independence?
What’s my role in helping them with social concerns?
How much screen time is too much?
Is my child being bullied, or is it social conflict,
and how do I manage this with them?
ALL SESSIONS ARE FREE
Next dates:
High School Parents: Tues, 11/12
3rd-8th Grade Parents: Wed, 11/20
Pre-K - 2nd Grade Parents: Wed, 12/11
7:30 - 8:30 PM
Takiff Center
999 Green Bay Rd. in Glencoe
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District 35 is partnering with Screen Sanity, an organization whose vision is to join with parents in creating a world where children are captivated by life, not screens.
Are you trying to navigate parenting in the age of smart phones, social media, and screens?
Please attend this session to discuss this important topic and tackle the big questions like: "How much screen time is too much?" and "Is my child really the only one without a phone?" During this evening, we will view expert-led videos that will give practical tips and tools to help children stay safe online as well as help you develop a game plan for providing your child with a device. There will be opportunities to discuss the information presented in several videos and collaborate together as a community to support one another.
An FSG Clinician will serve as one of the facilitators for the discussions.
Complimentary childcare is available!
Wednesday, December 4th
5:00 - 6:30 PM
West School CLC
1010 Forestway Dr.
Glencoe
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Vibrant Living Senior Discussion Group
(regularly scheduled for the 3rd Thursday of each month)
Thursday, November 21st
1:00 - 2:30 PM
Takiff Center
999 Green Bay Rd. in Glencoe
This discussion group is led by FSG Staff Therapist, Joan Merlo, LCSW, and focuses on finding meaning, balance, and resilience in the struggles, joys, and intergenerational politics at this most important stage of our lives. Judy Roin will conclude the sessions with closing exercises and meditation. Please RSVP to Joan Merlo, LCSW, FSG Staff Therapist at joan@familyserviceofglencoe.org.
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Coffee and Conversation
Last Wednesday of each month, next:
Wednesday, October 30th
*NEW TIME*
9:30 - 10:30 AM
Hometown Coffee & Juice
700 Vernon Ave. in Glencoe
Join FSG and Glencoe Public Safety to learn more about services provided throughout our community. Coffee will be provided. We look forward to seeing you there!
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Stock up on holiday gifts, and give back to FSG! | |
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Get your gift list, ready and join us at VIN Chicago November 1st-3rd at Uncorking for a Cause!
Just mention Family Service of Glencoe at checkout - either in-store or online - and VIN Chicago will generously give 10% of sales back to FSG!
This is a great time to buy your holiday gifts or stock your bar for holiday entertaining all while giving back to an the organization providing vital mental health and social services to everyone in need in your community.
Thank you for your support!
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As the weather turns more crisp and cool, FSG clinicians and staff have enjoyed being out around town, meeting members of our community.
FSG was honored to participate in Christ Church of Winnetka's first-ever Rummage Nonprofit Showcase on October 3rd. Shoppers, rummage volunteers, and community members stopped by and learned more about FSG and all the other participating nonprofits while enjoying the semi-annual rummage sale, proceeds of which support local nonprofits such as FSG.
Christ Church of Winnetka has been an ardent supporter of FSG though its Benevolence Grants, and we are grateful for their continued support.
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Later that week on October 6th, Jennie Weinstock, Marketing & Social Media Assistant, visited with market go-ers at the Winnetka Farmers Market as part of the Winnetka-Northfield-Glencoe Chamber of Commerce's Nonprofit Day.
Nonprofits from across our communities gathered to highlight how our organizations give back to the community. Visitors to our booth were grateful for the opportunity to learn more about our programs and services, including Parent Discussion Groups.
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Meanwhile up the street, Emily Mysel, LCSW, Senior Program Manager & Crisis Specialist met families at the Touch-a-Truck event at Glencoe Village Hall, handing out candy to the kids and talking to adults about FSG's services.
We look forward to meeting more members of our community at other events soon!
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Welcome Jadyn Denlow to FSG as our newest clinical student intern! | |
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FSG warmly welcomes Jadyn Denlow as our newest clinical student intern! Jadyn joins us from the Crown Family School of Social Work, Policy, and Practice at the University of Chicago, where she is a first-year student. Jadyn is a May 2024 graduate of the University of Michigan with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology within the School of Literature, Science, and the Arts with a Minor in Community Action and Social Change within the School of Social Work.
An Evanston native, Jadyn is excited to dig deeper into the community, learning how important FSG’s outreach and mental health support is to strengthen the overall health of the community. As her education progresses, Jadyn looks forward to working with families, adolescents, children, and young adults, especially those coping with divorce, relational struggles, and parenting strategies as well as those adjusting to large life changes.
With previous roles in nonprofit social service and mental health organizations as well as in assistant teaching and childcare, Jadyn has a wide breadth of experiences to share with FSG, and we are looking forward to her contributions!
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Share your Family Service of Glencoe (FSG)
story with us!
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Family Service of Glencoe would like to hear from current and former clients. If you have an experience you would like to share with us, please share your story to help us learn what you love about FSG! Stories may be anonymous.
Raising awareness about mental health is one of the most effective ways to combat the stigma experienced by many individuals grappling with these challenges.
By sharing your own experience, you may encourage someone to seek mental health care for themselves or a family member.
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