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SUMMARY:Healing Through Music: Understanding Music Therapy
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, September 3 | 12PM | Zoom\nCorrine Mina\, QMHP\, MT-BC\, Stepping Stones of Rockford Outpatient Counseling Center \nMusic 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. \nThrough stories from her own practice and real-life examples\, you’ll learn what music therapy actually looks like\, who it can benefit\, and how it complements traditional counseling services. Corrine will also share more about the work happening at Stepping Stones of Rockford and the mental health services available in our community.
URL:https://www.ymhsoc.org/event/healing-through-music-understanding-music-therapy/
LOCATION:Online Webinar Event
CATEGORIES:Glow Ignite
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T103000
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SUMMARY:YMHSoC Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.ymhsoc.org/event/ymhsoc-committee-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Comprehensive Community Solutions\, 917 South Main Street Rockford\, IL 61101\, Rockford\, IL\, 61101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Initiatives
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T120000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Suicide Prevention Workshop
DESCRIPTION:FREE Virtual Suicide Prevention Workshops by LivWell Partners \n\nWe hope you join us!\n\nYou have the power to save a life when it comes to suicide prevention. \nLearn life-saving QPR skills – Question\, Persuade\, Refer techniques used nation wide to recognize warning signs and intervene in crisis situations. \nImpact lives everywhere – Apply your training at work and home to help address the 50\,000 annual suicide deaths in America. \nGet comprehensive tools – Access daily-use resources for you\, your friends and family plus inspirational content about our mission and proven methodology. \nMaster proven methods – Receive training in the most widely taught suicide prevention program in the UnitedStates. \nUpon the completion of this workshop\, you will receive your own personal QPR certification. \nTake this inspirational and life-changing workshop on your terms in the comfort of your own home or office in a virtual format.
URL:https://www.ymhsoc.org/event/virtual-suicide-prevention-workshop/
LOCATION:Free Online Event
CATEGORIES:Glow Ignite
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T190000
DTSTAMP:20260520T153415Z
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SUMMARY:Trauma 101 Training
DESCRIPTION:Trauma 101 Training\n\n\n\n\n\nThis 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. \nUpcoming Dates: \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeptember 10 – 5:30 pm – 7 :00 pm\nDecember 10 -11:30 am – 1:00 pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre you an organization or business that needs to train a large group? Email us at tic@publichealth.wincoil.gov to schedule a training session. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information and to register\, click here.
URL:https://www.ymhsoc.org/event/trauma-101-training-september-10/
LOCATION:Winnebago County Health Department\, Winnebago County Health Department\, 555 N. Court Street\, Rockford\, Illinois.\, Rockford\, IL\, 61103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Glow Ignite
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T120000
DTSTAMP:20260820T161955Z
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SUMMARY:The Climb
DESCRIPTION: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 community. \nThe Climb is the world’s largest event dedicated to raising awareness and understanding of perinatal mental health disorders. Volunteers organize free community events to offer connection points between parents\, professionals\, support services and community resources\, while fundraising for care during this critical period of time. We gather in recognition of each individual’s Climb out of perinatal mental health complications and onto recovery.
URL:https://www.ymhsoc.org/event/the-climb/
LOCATION:Mercyhealth Sportscore One\, 1288 Elmwood Rd.\, Rockford\, IL\, 61103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Glow Get Out There
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260915T120000
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SUMMARY:Suicide Education and Response
DESCRIPTION:Presented by TPN.health and Financially Sponsored By Aetna Better Health of Louisiana\nFor 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 of suicide. Through a blend of empirical data analysis and actionable frameworks\, attendees will examine the latest statistical trends to better understand the scope of this crisis. Additionally\, the presentation will explore specialized intervention strategies tailored for various environments\, included school-based settings. Participants will move past the discomfort often associated with this topic\, building the confidence required to provide meaningful\, evidence-based\, life-saving support. \n\n\n\nLearning Objectives\nParticipants will be able to: \n\nExamine current statistics\, demographic trends\, and the epidemiological landscape of suicidal ideation.\nIdentify common misconceptions and systemic stigma to foster a more empathetic and accurate understanding of suicide.\nDistinguish between suicidal ideation and acute attempt risk to ensure appropriate\, proportional levels of intervention.\nImplement actionable techniques for facilitating supportive\, non-judgmental conversations\, developing collaborative safety plans\, and establishing effective follow-up protocols.\nOutline the collaborative roles and communication required among providers\, school staff\, families\, and community mental health resources during a crisis response.
URL:https://www.ymhsoc.org/event/suicide-education-and-response/
LOCATION:Online Webinar Event
CATEGORIES:Glow Ignite
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T083000
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SUMMARY:RACMI - Economic Growth Through Training & Educating the Workforce (TWC)
DESCRIPTION:RACMI Community of Practice: Economic Growth Through Training & Educating the Workforce \nThe 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 ensure that each person and business in our community knows to connect with the One-Stop Career Centers at the American Job Centers. \nDATE and TIME: Wednesday\, September 16\, 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. \nLOCATION: NICNE at NIU Rockford\, 8500 E. State Street\, Rockford\, IL 61108 \nCost: FREE – This program is funded by the Winnebago County Community Mental Health Board (WCCMHB)\, and the 1/2 cent sales tax is voted on by residents of Winnebago County. \nIntended Audience: Case managers and front-line staff from area human services organizations and mental health providers should attend. All are welcome! \nRefreshments: Light refreshments and coffee will be provided. \nAccessibility: The training will present in English. Accessible parking\, mechanical assist entry doors\, elevator access\, and accessible bathroom stalls are available. \nThis program is funded by WCCMHB with the 1/2 cent sales tax voted on by county residents.
URL:https://www.ymhsoc.org/event/racmi-economic-growth-through-training-educating-the-workforce-twc/
LOCATION:Northern Illinois University\, Northern Illinois University - Rockford\, IL\, Rockford\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Initiatives
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T150000
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SUMMARY:Live4Lali Community Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.ymhsoc.org/event/live4lali-community-resource-fair/
LOCATION:Brooke Road Methodist Church\, 1404 Brooke Rd\, Rockford\, IL\, 61109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Glow Get Out There
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T080000
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SUMMARY:RACMI Case Management Training: An Empowerment Approach to Case Management
DESCRIPTION:Empower participants to work towards independence and self-sufficiency. Presented by the Rockford Area Case Management Initiative. \n\n\n\nDate: Tuesday\, September 22\, 2026 \nTime: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. \nLocation: NICNE at Northern Illinois University\, Rockford\, 8500 E State Street\, 61108. \nLearn the principles of the Rockford Area Case Management Initiative (RACMI) to help you work with\, not for your participants. Work smarter\, not harder! \nEmpower participants to work towards independence and self-sufficiency. This approach actively engages participants in setting and achieving THEIR goals\, focusing on strengths and resources\, while moving away from “doing for” participants what they are capable of doing for themselves. Participants lead and become responsible for change because they are the only ones who can ultimately make change happen\, while the Case Manager provides support as their backup partner. \nThis person-centered\, outcome-based approach to case management is based on the book Empowering People for Change: Making Case Management Work by Dr. Beverly Ford. Activities will put your skills into practice. When you leave\, feel confident and ready to empower your participants through implementing RACMI core values. When you leave\, you’ll feel confident and prepared to empower your participants by implementing RACMI’s core values. \nTopics covered include: \n\nOverview and history of the RACMI\nDefining Case Management: Introduction to Dr. Ford’s approach to Case Management Journey Towards Self-Sufficiency\nHelping vs. Empowering your program participants\nFostering Self-Sufficiency\nEmpowerment Approach to Case Management\nEffective Case Management\nMotivation and Change\n\nIntended Audience: Case Managers and Supervisors (or front-line staff with relevant job duties regardless of title) are encouraged to attend. Take this training as a refresher or as a foundation for new Case Managers. A Certificate of Completion will be awarded. \nRefreshments: Light refreshments will be provided. \nAccessibility: The training will present in English. Accessible parking\, mechanical assist entry doors\, elevator access\, and accessible bathroom stalls are available.
URL:https://www.ymhsoc.org/event/racmi-case-management-training-an-empowerment-approach-to-case-management/
LOCATION:Northern Illinois University\, Northern Illinois University - Rockford\, IL\, Rockford\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Glow Ignite
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T110000
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SUMMARY:Why People Resist Mental Health Care — and What Public Health Can Do About It
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nWhat You’ll Learn \n\nWhy people avoid mental health and substance use treatment\nThe roles of stigma\, fear\, mistrust\, and denial\nEvidence-based approaches to increasing help-seeking behavior\nStrategies public health agencies can use to improve engagement\nHow communities can build more effective pathways to care\n\nWho Should Attend \nThis webinar is built for professionals working across the full spectrum of public health — from frontline outreach to organizational leadership. If your work touches mental health\, behavioral health\, or community well-being\, this session is for you. \n▸Public Health Leaders\n▸Behavioral Health Directors\n▸Prevention Professionals\n▸Community Health Workers\n▸Health Educators\n▸Substance Use Prevention Specialists\n▸Mental Health Advocate\n▸Healthcare Administrators\n▸Public Health Planners\n▸County & State Health Department Staff\n▸School & Community Wellness Professionals \nRegister here
URL:https://www.ymhsoc.org/event/why-people-resist-mental-health-care-and-what-public-health-can-do-about-it/
LOCATION:Online Webinar Event
CATEGORIES:Glow Ignite
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T130000
DTSTAMP:20260828T164435Z
CREATED:20260828T163610Z
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UID:1685-1790247600-1790254800@www.ymhsoc.org
SUMMARY:Raising Our Voices 2026
DESCRIPTION:EVERY Child. EVERY Voice. EVERY Future.\nJoin 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. \nThursday\, September 24\, 2026\n11:00 AM – 1:00 PM\nGrace United Methodist Church
URL:https://www.ymhsoc.org/event/raising-our-voices-2026/
LOCATION:Grace United Methodist Church\, 3555 McFarland Rd\, Rockford\, IL\, 61114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Initiatives
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T170000
DTSTAMP:20260828T160143Z
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UID:1679-1790424000-1790442000@www.ymhsoc.org
SUMMARY:Art in the Park...ing Lot
DESCRIPTION:Located in the parking lot behind Inscape Collective at 201 7th street for an afternoon of arts and family fun. ALL ARE WELCOME! \nFor Kids: art-making and games \nFor All: art for sale\, free fresh produce\, bookmobile\, vendors selling their wares\, community organizations sharing their resources \nMusic: Jeff Layng of Groove Hotel; and Rockford favorite\, Mark Dvorak-“Chicago’s troubadour” \n3 free Olivo tacos to the first 100 guests!
URL:https://www.ymhsoc.org/event/art-in-the-park-ing-lot/
LOCATION:Inscape Collective\, 201 7th Street\, Rockford\, 61104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Glow Get Out There
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