Give Light, Open Windows
New Community Initiative
The Screener Tool for Initiating Community Support Systems (STICSS) is an electronic screening tool that allows the general public to access a short, self-assessment that automatically connects users with local mental health, social, and civic resources.
Quick and easy online screening to identify your needs
Automatic connection to the Integrated Referral and Intake System
Public access without clinical referral requirements
Use your phone camera to scan the QR code and access the STICSS assessment instantly
Implemented in 2023 by the Youth Mental Health Systems of Care, IRIS has provided a valuable, closed-loop system of referring clients between community services.
1 Complete the online self-assessment
2 Automatically connect to local resources via IRIS
3 Resources reach out through your preferred contact method
Developed in collaboration with Region 1 Planning Council and funded by a grant from the CVS Health Foundation.
GLOW “Give Light, Open Windows” is the community engagement arm of the Youth Mental Health System of Care (YMHSoC) serving Boone and Winnebago counties. Created to unify all community-facing initiatives under one recognizable identity.
GLOW offers citizens a place where they can find resources, education, support, and opportunities for growth. Through its four pathways, GLOW serves as a bridge connecting youth, families, and communities with brighter opportunities and a stronger sense of hope.
Since its inception, the YMHSoC has worked hard to bring organizations and services together, expanding access to care for young people. Now, we’re ready to bring the results of that collaboration directly to youth and their families.
Accessibility
Tools and resources remain simple, clear, and inclusive for everyone.
Community
Emphasizing connection and collaboration across organizations and families.
Hope
Inspiring tone, visuals, and experiences in everything we create.
Engagement
Highlighting the importance of fun, creativity, and interaction.
Collaboration
Working together with partners, families, and community members for meaningful change.
To connect young people, families, and communities with accessible resources and opportunities that foster mental wellness, resilience, and positive growth.
A community where all youth and families feel empowered, supported, and connected. By removing barriers and building bridges, we create visible opportunities.
Accessibility, Community, Hope, Engagement, and Collaboration guide how we engage and work together to create meaningful change.
Our four-pathway engagement model provides comprehensive wrap-around opportunities for connecting with youth and families.
All web-based initiatives under the GLOW brand, including the Boone/Winnebago IRIS network and Social Determinants of Health screener tool.
Engaging trainings that support professionals in our community and promote a culture of best practices.
Screener Tool for Initiating Community Support Services – a self-assessment tool that connects users with local resources.
Events combining resources and recreation! Creating fun, creative, and safe spaces for youth and families to connect.
