91国产自拍 is proud to announce that we have once again been recognized as one of .

Presented annually by the , the Best & Brightest program honors organizations that are committed to creating exceptional workplace cultures and supporting employees through innovative and thoughtful practices.

For 91国产自拍, this recognition reflects the people behind our mission. Every day, staff across the organization bring compassion, dedication, and expertise to their work 鈥� supporting individuals and families across Illinois through mental health care, substance use treatment, housing, crisis response, recovery services, and more.

Whether responding to someone in crisis, helping a person secure stable housing, supporting employment goals, or building meaningful community connections, 91国产自拍 employees lead with empathy and purpose.

鈥淎t 91国产自拍, our people are the heart of everything we do,鈥� said Mark Ishaug, President and CEO of 91国产自拍. 鈥淭his recognition reflects the incredible commitment of our staff and the culture they help create every day 鈥� one rooted in support, collaboration, and care for one another and the communities we serve.鈥�

91国产自拍 remains committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow. From professional development opportunities and wellness initiatives to a mission-driven culture centered on belonging and connection, we believe investing in employees strengthens our ability to deliver high-quality care across our communities.

As we celebrate this recognition, we are deeply grateful to the staff members who make 91国产自拍 a place where people can thrive 鈥� both personally and professionally.

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91国产自拍 is proud to be recognized as a 2026 Silver recipient of the Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health by Mental Health America 鈥� the nation鈥檚 leading recognition for employers committed to creating mentally healthy workplaces.

This marks another year that 91国产自拍 has been honored with the Bell Seal, reflecting our continued investment in building a workplace culture where employees feel supported, valued, and able to thrive.

The Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health is a national certification awarded to organizations that demonstrate excellence in supporting employee mental health and well-being. Employers are evaluated on workplace policies, benefits, culture, and wellness initiatives. At 91国产自拍, this commitment is deeply connected to our mission. As one of Illinois鈥� largest providers of mental health and substance use recovery services, we know that creating a culture of wellness must begin within our own organization. Receiving the Bell Seal affirms our ongoing efforts to foster a workplace where employees feel respected, supported, and empowered to ask for help when they need it.

91国产自拍 employs more than 1,400 staff across a wide range of roles, all united by a shared commitment to supporting recovery and resilience in our communities. We are proud to offer a workplace that prioritizes well-being through:

• Comprehensive benefits and generous paid time off
• Access to employee assistance programs
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Clinical supervision and career growth opportunities
• A culture that values lived experience and inclusion

These efforts help ensure that our staff are not only equipped to do their work鈥攂ut supported as whole people.

As a Bell Seal recipient, 91国产自拍 joins a select group of organizations across the country working to create psychologically safe, supportive environments for their teams. 鈥淐reating a culture of mental wellness starts from within,鈥� said President and CEO Mark Ishaug. 鈥淲e are honored to be recognized among national leaders in workplace mental health and proud to set an example for what a supportive, equitable workplace can be.鈥�

While we are proud of this recognition, our work does not stop here. We remain committed to continuously strengthening our workplace culture, listening to our staff, and advancing practices that support mental health and well-being. Because when our employees are supported, they are better able to support the thousands of individuals and families who rely on 91国产自拍 every day.

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There are some evenings that stay with you鈥攁nd , was one of them.

More than 550 supporters came together in a powerful show of generosity and shared purpose, filling the room with energy, compassion, and a collective belief in what鈥檚 possible. It was a night to celebrate community鈥攁nd to shine a light on the life-changing work happening every day across 91国产自拍.

At the heart of the evening was a tribute to our Crisis Response teams. These dedicated professionals provide immediate, compassionate care to individuals experiencing mental health emergencies鈥攎eeting people where they are, helping them stabilize, and connecting them to the support they need to move forward. Their work is urgent, human, and deeply impactful.

Together, we raised an incredible $1.27 million to advance 91国产自拍鈥� mission of delivering life-changing services for people living with mental health and substance use conditions. This support moves us closer to a future where care is more accessible, more equitable, and available when it鈥檚 needed most.

We are deeply grateful to our Presenting Sponsor, Fifth Third Bank, along with the many generous sponsors who made the evening possible. Our heartfelt thanks also go to our Gala Committee hosts and co-chairs, Frank Haywood and Sharon Neal, and committee members Judy Ashworth, Keith Douglas, Megan Greer, Johna Hedden, Sue Roberts, and Minal Varma. Their leadership and commitment helped bring this special evening to life.

A special thank you to our keynote speaker, Christine Yu Moutier, whose honesty and advocacy left a lasting impression. Her voice continues to shape the national conversation around mental health鈥攁nd underscores the urgency of this work.

We were also proud to honor the remarkable contributions of the James P. and Brenda S. Grusecki Family Foundation, Sasha-Ann Simons, and Darrious Hilmon. Their leadership and generosity reflect the profound impact individuals and partners can make in advancing mental health and recovery.

What happened that night reaches far beyond a single room. It supports our clients, strengthens our staff, and builds a foundation for lasting hope in the communities we serve.

We are honored to continue this work鈥攖ogether.

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SPRINGFIELD 鈥� Illinois stands to lose billions in federal funds for Medicaid, SNAP, and other essential safety-net programs as implementation of HR1, the federal reconciliation package, takes shape. These cuts pose a serious, long-term threat to behavioral health services for both rural and urban communities alike, deepening Illinois鈥� existing structural deficit. The stakes for families, workers, and providers could not be higher.听听

As a community mental health provider, we see every day how critical it is that Illinois continues to invest robustly in the health and human services that keep people safe, stable, and connected. We appreciate the difficult position thrust upon state governments and were encouraged that Governor Pritzker focused on love, courage, and compassion in yesterday鈥檚 address. We are grateful for investments in behavioral health that his Administration has continued to prioritize throughout his tenure.听

We听were also听pleased that the Governor prioritized housing. Housing is foundational听to听recovery听and a critical piece of 91国产自拍鈥櫶齛pproach.听Sadly, it听remains听out of reach for many, including those struggling with mental illnesses听and substance use听conditions.听Unfortunately, it appears that funding for some supported housing programs would be reduced in the proposed budget. This runs counter to what we know is needed.听听

The reality is听that听the cost of delivering high鈥憅uality mental health and substance use treatment rises each year鈥攄riven by workforce shortages, increasing health insurance costs, and inflation鈥攜et reimbursement rates under Medicaid and state grants have not kept pace.听The gap between what it costs to provide听quality听care and what providers are reimbursed听continues to widen, undermining the sustainability of the very services our communities depend on.听

We urge the General Assembly to听allocate听$10 million for Housing Is Recovery to not only sustain shelter for those currently housed through the program, but to grow capacity to better meet the听needs听across the state.听We look forward to continuing to partner with the Administration and the General Assembly to make this possible.听听

91国产自拍 championed听the passage of听Public Act 102-0066听in 2021,听creating the Housing Is Recovery听program.听Under the leadership of the Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery,听it听has since听enabled听162 Illinoisans to gain housing stability.听By reducing hospitalization, institutionalization, and incarceration, initiatives like Housing Is Recovery听and other supportive housing programs听generate a significant return on investment for taxpayers while improving the quality of life for program participants.听Illinois cannot navigate the challenges ahead by cuts alone.听听

Instead,听Governor Pritzker and members of the Illinois General Assembly听must work to听adopt meaningful, progressive revenue solutions that allow our state to stabilize its budget and invest in essential services鈥攊ncluding mental health听care, substance use听treatment, and supportive housing. With the right approach, Illinois can ensure that community-based providers are equipped to meet rising demand, build a strong behavioral health workforce, and deliver care that keeps individuals and families healthy and housed.听

A budget is a statement of values. During this period of fiscal uncertainty, we听call on听state leaders to听continue to听choose investments that protect听our most听vulnerable听neighbors听and strengthen the foundation of our communities. Our state鈥檚 health and future depend on it.听

For media inquiries, contact Chief of Communications, Emily Moen

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For the 12th year in a row, 91国产自拍 has been recognized as a Top Workplace by the Chicago Tribune, in our category! This award is special because it鈥檚 based entirely on feedback from our staff, reflecting their experiences, insights, and needs.听

Being recognized again is a powerful reminder of the compassionate and collaborative culture our team creates every day. At 91国产自拍, more than 1,300 staff across Chicago and 4 surrounding counties work in a wide variety of impactful roles 鈥� from front-line clinical social workers providing care and case management, to teams in finance, administration, peer services, housing, and more. Every role is essential in helping people with serious mental illnesses and substance use conditions reclaim their lives.

鈥淏eing on this list speaks to the dedication, care, and professionalism of our staff,鈥� said President and CEO Mark Ishaug. 鈥淚t shows the commitment we all share to our clients and our mission, and it鈥檚 a reminder that when staff feel supported, they can deliver their best work.鈥�听

This honor highlights the meaningful work, collaboration, and dedication that define the culture and impact of 91国产自拍.听

鈥淲e are proud of this achievement, but even more proud of the people who made it possible,鈥� Ishaug shared. 鈥淭hank you to every member of Team 91国产自拍 for your dedication,听creativity, and听commitment听to the communities we serve.听

Here鈥檚 to another year of building a workplace where people feel valued, heard, and supported!

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On October 15, immigration agents detained Omar Huerta Cisneros, a permanent U.S. resident living with schizophrenia, near his home in Chicago. His family had no information about his whereabouts for nearly two weeks, and reports indicate he was released far from home without support.听

This case is an especially troubling example of the kind of trauma we have seen communities experience from federal enforcement activity. Omar鈥檚 extreme vulnerability due to his serious mental illness meant that being detained without communication put him at significant risk and caused profound distress to his family. This situation demonstrates the failure to protect one of our most vulnerable community members and highlights the urgent need for systems that prioritize care and compassion.

At 91国产自拍, we remain committed to protecting individuals living with serious mental illness and ensuring they are treated with dignity, safety, and respect. We will continue fighting for a community where no one is ever left at risk or alone, and we will work to make sure incidents like this never happen again.

– Mark Ishaug, 91国产自拍 President and CEO

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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. 鈥� Last night, in the final hours of the fall veto session, the Illinois General Assembly approved HB1085, landmark legislation spearheaded by 91国产自拍 to strengthen mental health parity and improve access to care for people with private insurance coverage. The bill, which passed with strong bipartisan support, marks a historic sea change by addressing a root cause of providers leaving insurance networks 鈥� insufficient reimbursement rates. Sponsored by Representative Lindsey LaPointe and Senators Don Harmon and Karina Villa, the bill passed with strong bipartisan support in both chambers.

鈥淔ar too many Illinoisans cannot find a therapist or mental health provider covered by their insurance as a result of chronically low reimbursement rates and frustrating red tape that drives behavioral health professionals out-of-network,鈥� said bill sponsor Representative LaPointe. 鈥淪o many need mental health support across our life span 鈥� youth, first responders, and parents just to name a few. It is unacceptable that so many of us cannot use our insurance for both regular and specialty mental health care. HB1085 finally addresses this, getting us closer to treating mental health care on par with physical healthcare.鈥�

By requiring that insurance companies mirror their processes for determining reimbursement rates for medical services when developing behavioral health reimbursement rates, the legislation doubles down on parity and lays the groundwork for improving access to care. The bill will ensure that providers are compensated more fairly and equitably, incentivizing them to come in-network. As a result, individuals with state-regulated health plans will no longer be forced to choose between paying high out-of-pocket costs for vital services or foregoing care.

鈥�91国产自拍 is deeply committed to dismantling barriers to behavioral health care access. We are proud to have led the charge on this critical legislation in partnership with a broad coalition of providers and advocates to ensure that Illinoisans can get the care they need,鈥� said Mark Ishaug, 91国产自拍 President and CEO.

If signed by the Governor, requirements outlined in the bill will apply to plans beginning January 1, 2027.

Contact:

Emily Moen, Chief Communications Officer

emily.moen@thresholds.org

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91国产自拍 Health, a division of 91国产自拍 providing primary care services, has officially transitioned operations to PCC Community Wellness Center. PCC is a trusted Federally Qualified Health Center with a strong track record of delivering affordable, community-based healthcare across Chicagoland.

This transition allows the clinic to continue serving patients at its longtime West Side location, 5801 W. Corcoran Place, while also creating opportunities to expand services with PCC鈥檚 expertise and resources. For current patients, care continues with minimal disruptions or changes to care plans.

A summary of each patient鈥檚 medical record was securely shared with PCC to ensure continuity of care. Patients can still request, review, or transfer their full records. 91国产自拍 Health will process record requests through the end of 2025; beginning in 2026, requests will be managed directly by PCC.

Together, 91国产自拍 and PCC are committed to protecting patient information and creating access to high-quality, compassionate care. As 91国产自拍 continues its mission of supporting mental health and recovery, this partnership strengthens our shared goal of promoting home, health, and hope.

For questions about medical records or ongoing care:

91国产自拍 Health: (773) 285-6400 | info@thresholds-health.org

PCC Community Wellness Center: (773) 378-3347 | info@pccwellness.org

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91国产自拍 has been named an Elite winner for the 2025 Healthcare Top Workplaces award, ranking 14th among the top healthcare employers in the nation for workplace culture! Presented by Energage, this award is based entirely on employee feedback collected through a research-backed engagement survey and places 91国产自拍 among the highest-performing healthcare employers in the country.听

Earlier this year, 91国产自拍 employees participated in the Top Workplaces survey, offering honest, thoughtful feedback about their experiences, values, and goals.听

鈥淭his recognition is especially meaningful because it comes directly from our staff,鈥� said Mark Ishaug, 91国产自拍 President and CEO. 鈥淥ur team鈥檚 ongoing commitment to our mission, culture, and community is what drives our work forward. I am so proud of what we have accomplished and look forward to what鈥檚 to come.鈥澨�

The Top Workplaces program has a 17-year history of surveying and celebrating organizations that prioritize employee engagement, trust, and purpose. The Healthcare Industry award specifically recognizes employers that have built strong, mission-aligned cultures in one of the most demanding and essential sectors. It marks 91国产自拍 as an employer of choice for those seeking meaningful work in behavioral healthcare, housing, and recovery services.听

This recognition also reflects 91国产自拍鈥� continued investment in building a workplace where people feel connected, supported, and empowered. As a leader in mental healthcare and advocacy, 91国产自拍 has seen firsthand how strong internal support directly impacts someone鈥檚 quality of life.听

鈥淎s we celebrate this milestone, we remain focused on the work ahead while building an even听 stronger, more inclusive, and more resilient 91国产自拍 for the future.鈥� Ishaug shared.听

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