Posts Tagged ‘human support services’
The choice for Woods is drug-free
The Monroe County Coalition for Drug-Free Communities recently met for its first meeting of the year, welcoming a new executive director and setting goals for several years to come. Kacie…
Read MoreA goodbye to Waterloo wanderer
A familiar face in Waterloo passed away recently, and while he didn’t share much of himself with others, many are sure to miss the sight of him walking through town…
Read MoreHSS plans major renovations
Following the celebration of the organization’s 50th anniversary, Human Support Services has already begun work on a major renovation project that will see the building almost entirely revamped over the…
Read MoreMany ways to give this Christmas
With Christmas fast approaching, the season of giving is in full swing, and various charities and other organizations throughout the community are rushing to gather donations to make sure everyone…
Read MoreFirst aid for the mind
Human Support Services will soon be conducting several mental health first aid training sessions, part of the organization’s ongoing efforts to improve mental health awareness and care in the community.…
Read MoreDrug-free coalition gets big grant
The Monroe County Coalition for Drug-Free Communities was recently awarded a substantial grant which is set to help the organization achieve a number of goals it has long hoped for.…
Read MoreMonroe County walks for mental health
Waterloo will host two mental health events this Saturday morning, one to promote general health and wellness and the other meant to help recognize Suicide Prevention Month. The first of…
Read MoreThinking straight
Waterloo Listens and Human Support Services hosted a gathering at St. Paul United Church of Christ in Waterloo on Thursday in observance of International Overdose Awareness Day. The overdose awareness…
Read MoreMental health in the spotlight
Waterloo Listens hosted its most recent general assembly meeting Monday at Human Support Services in recognition of May as Mental Health Awareness Month. Much of the meeting was dedicated to…
Read MoreChaplains trained to support first responders
The Crisis Intervention Team Sub-Committee of the Monroe County Criminal Justice Behavioral Health Task Force recently coordinated to provide chaplain training for three local men. In 2022, the CIT Sub-Committee…
Read MoreYouth mental health concerns
With a recent round of grants from the Illinois Department of Health and Human Services and the country still dealing with effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, mental health remains a…
Read MoreHSS celebrates 50 years
Human Support Services is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, with a recent 1970s-themed trivia night celebrating the agency’s history and an upcoming Shine Your Light Gala set to highlight…
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