Tips for Easing Back to School Anxiety

As summer winds down, the back-to-school transition can bring both excitement and stress for kids and parents alike. From separation anxiety to physical complaints, the adjustment isn’t always easy—NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness)offers helpful tips to support a smooth start to the school year.



Click here to read more for NAMI's helpful tips for starting a great school year.

We have Launched a New Website!

fsgcares.org

In today’s fast-paced world, easy access to information and resources is more important than ever. That’s why we’ve poured our efforts into creating a modern, intuitive, and comprehensive new website, and a new URL, fsgcares.org. Our new website is designed to make it easier than ever to connect with FSG. Here’s what you’ll find:

• Explore our core programs in counseling, crisis support, and community outreach
• Get started with services in just one click
• Meet our clinical team and discover their expertise
• Find helpful resources, wellness tips, and community updates
• Support FSG through donations or volunteer opportunities

Our goal with this new website is to make connecting with FSG more convenient and accessible than ever before, ensuring that help and hope are just a click away.

Visit fsgcares.org today!

A New Home for FSG's Clinical Services!

Family Service of Glencoe is excited to announce the opening of the Kiki Farley Counseling Center in Fall 2025!

With the rising demand for counseling, our current space can no longer keep up. The new center will provide private offices for all full-time therapists, ensuring every client has a comfortable and confidential setting for in-person sessions. It will also feature a dedicated play therapy room designed to better serve children and those who communicate through creativity and play.

This expansion allows us to strengthen our services and deepen support for the community. We are grateful for the donors who have already pledged to make this vision a reality and invite others to join us. Opportunities remain to leave a lasting impact through special naming gifts or by adding your name to our FSG Donor Tree.



To learn more about the 320 Tudor Court Capital Campaign, scan the QR code or visit fsgcares.org.

Tee Up for FSG

Upcoming and Ongoing Programs

Coffee and Conversation

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!

Last Wednesday of each month, next:

Wednesday, August 27th

9:30 - 10:30 AM

Hometown Coffee & Juice

700 Vernon Ave. in Glencoe 

Dementia Caregiver Support Group

Are you caring for someone living with dementia?

You are not alone.

Join us for a supportive and confidential space where you can connect with others going through similar experiences. The group offers ongoing guidance, encouragement, and resources.

Facilitated by:

Emily Mysel, LCSW,

FSG Senior Program Manager

and

Judy Altman, LCSW,

Guardian Home Health Care

Monthly Meetings, 2nd Thursday of each month.

Next meeting:

September 11th

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Takiff Center - Glencoe Park District

999 Green Bay Rd, Glencoe

FSG is proud to partner with Guardian Home Healthcare to present this program.

Vibrant Living Senior Discussion Group

(regularly scheduled for the 3rd Thursday of each month)

Thursday, September 18st

1:00 - 2:30 PM

Glencoe Public Library - Hammond Room

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 life. Judy Roin will conclude the sessions with closing exercises and meditation.

Dementia Friendly Day

Join Chicago Botanic Garden and Family Service Glencoe on September 30th for Dementia Friendly Day—a day created to support individuals living with dementia and their care partners.

Offered in observance of World Alzheimer’s Month, staff from Family Service Glencoe and Glencoe Public Safety will be on hand to answer questions and share resources. Enjoy a complimentary cup of coffee while visiting the Dementia Friendly Day tables.

Dementia Friendly Day takes place on one of the Garden’s Free Admission Days for Illinois residents. Pre-registration is required. Please contact Emily Mysel, LCSW, Senior Program Manager at emily@fsgcares.org for more information.



Dementia Friendly Day

Tuesday, September 30th

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Chicago Botanic Garden

Regenstein Center – Krehbiel Gallery

Senior Housing Program



Did you know that FSG offers a Senior Housing Program to Glencoe seniors in need?

The program offers financial assistance and case management to qualified seniors living in Glencoe.

Case Management includes:

·   Family consultations

·   Well-being checks

·   Summer weekly produce delivery

·   Food pantry grocery pick-up and delivery

·   KNOXBOX assessment

·   Holiday food & gift distribution

·   Coordinating home repairs with Rebuilding Together

Please visit our Senior Services page to learn more. If you or someone you know could benefit from FSG's Senior Housing program, please contact Emily Mysel, Senior Program Manager, at emily@fsgcares.org or call 847-835-5111.

You can make an impact in your community today!

If you prioritize affordable and accessible mental health and social services for everyone in your community, then we deeply appreciate your support.

Connect with us on our Website, Facebook and Instagram!

Family Service of Glencoe | 847-835-5111 | info@familyserviceofglencoe.org