This month's session, “Predatory Relationships in the Suburbs,” examines how predators exploit young people's trust, online and right here in our own communities. SAFE's Diversion Facilitator Mikaela Weinstein and Detective Jack Flynn of the Franklin Police Department will unpack what we teach young people about trusted adults, how that framework can be twisted into […]
Thursday, September 3 | 12PM | Zoom Corrine Mina, QMHP, MT-BC, Stepping Stones of Rockford Outpatient Counseling Center Music has a way of reaching us when words fall short. Corrine Mina introduces the foundations of music therapy and how it supports emotional regulation, trauma recovery, connection, and overall wellness. Through stories from her own practice […]
Are you interested in joining as a partner? The Youth Mental Health System of Care Coalition meets the second Wednesday of the month at Comprehensive Community Solutions (CCS) Conference Room – 3rd Floor 917 S. Main Street Rockford, IL 61101 from 9-10:30am.
FREE Virtual Suicide Prevention Workshops by LivWell Partners We hope you join us! You have the power to save a life when it comes to suicide prevention. Learn life-saving QPR skills - Question, Persuade, Refer techniques used nation wide to recognize warning signs and intervene in crisis situations. Impact lives everywhere - Apply your training at work […]
Trauma 101 Training This training provides an overview on trauma, trauma’s effects, and the trauma informed approach. Learn about the different types of trauma and how to approach those who may have experienced traumatic events in the past. Learn about resiliency and actions that promote resiliency among the community. Upcoming Dates: September 10 – 5:30 […]
Each year, Postpartum Support International (PSI) hosts Climb events all over the world to shine a light on the number one complication of childbearing—perinatal mental health disorders (PMHD). Families, providers, and allies gather together to highlight the importance of perinatal mental health and community support. This is Rockford’s third year hosting a Climb in our […]
Presented by TPN.health and Financially Sponsored By Aetna Better Health of Louisiana For professionals in any care- or help-giving field, developing a baseline competency and comfort level in addressing suicidal ideation is essential. This presentation equips participants with the fundamental knowledge and practical skills necessary to recognize, understand, and safely respond to individuals experiencing thoughts […]
RACMI Community of Practice: Economic Growth Through Training & Educating the Workforce The Workforce Connection (TWC) partners with local agencies to help foster the necessities in our tri-county area and ensure that both career seekers and employers are receiving the assistance they need to be successful. Our region’s workforce system is benefited by these partnerships to […]
Featuring over a dozen community organizations offering valuable resources and services to community members. There will also be a raffle, giving attendees the opportunity to win a variety of prizes.
Empower participants to work towards independence and self-sufficiency. Presented by the Rockford Area Case Management Initiative. Date: Tuesday, September 22, 2026 Time: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Location: NICNE at Northern Illinois University, Rockford, 8500 E State Street, 61108. Learn the principles of the Rockford Area Case Management Initiative (RACMI) to help you work with, not for your […]
A complimentary webinar from Hatherleigh Behavioral Health for public health professionals featuring Tracy Stecker, PhD, nationally recognized researcher and author of Choosing Help: Your First Step Toward Better Mental Health. What You'll Learn Why people avoid mental health and substance use treatment The roles of stigma, fear, mistrust, and denial Evidence-based approaches to increasing […]
EVERY Child. EVERY Voice. EVERY Future. Join United Voices for Children for Raising Our Voices 2026 — an annual advocacy and awards event celebrating those who speak up, serve, and create opportunities for children, youth, and families. Thursday, September 24, 2026 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Grace United Methodist Church
