ISSUE

18

March 2024

All Center News

Comprehensive Behavioral Health Center of St. Clair County Inc.

505 South Eighth Street  •  East St. Louis, IL  62201

 

This newsletter’s purpose is to share information about The Center’s people and activities

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Memo from Management

It is now grant application season for FY25 and we are preparing applications and budgets.  This includes both renewal of existing grants and new applications.  

We already know that we have been awarded one new grant from IDPH: Child/Adolescent Preventing ACES post COVID Program FY24.  We are carrying out the work together with another non-profit, East Side Aligned.   

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Women’s History Month

The celebration of Women’s History Month originated from a grassroots movement in Santa Rosa, California 

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March’s Employee of the Month

Our March employee of the month is Jimmie Lockett!  Jimmie is a member of our facilities team and is celebrating his 40th year with CBHC this month!

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Happy Irish-American Heritage Month!

March is Irish-American Heritage Month, a chance for us to tip back a Guinness and contemplate the Irish blood that flows through the heart of America; From John F. Kennedy to Brad Pitt, some of the most famous, prolific, and influential Americans are of Irish descent.

However, when it comes to the field of mental health few people have been more impactful than Dr. Sean Desmond (Des) McGrath was instrumental in revolutionizing mental health care in Ireland, 

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  March’s Birthdays

Wishing a BIG happy birthday to all of those in the CBHC family!

 

Jessica Dansberry 3/1  Vicki Wicks
3/4 
Krysty Walton
3/7 
Shalanna West
3/7 
Aklilu Yeshiwas
3/7 
Fonda Johnson
3/8 
Antoinette McGary 3/8  Chris Rhodes
3/9
Carnell Cannon
3/14
Paris York 3/20 Estelisa Bevely
3/22 
Aimee Dunn
3/23

Who’s New

We are thrilled to welcome our newest members of the CBHC family!

Amy Baldridge Supportive Housing Mariah Ball
Records and Billing 
Charles Doram SMARTS/ARTS
Kim Fickinger Children and Adolescents Jalei Johnson SMARTS/ARTS  

Thank you for all that you do as we celebrate National Social Workers Month!

March marks National Social Workers Month, a time to celebrate the profound impact social workers have on society. At “The Center,” we deeply appreciate our social workers, who tirelessly advocate for clients within the mental health and healthcare systems.  

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Recovery Conference Coming Soon!

The Recovery Confrence is coming in September, be on the lookout for more information as we set the location.

We will have a contest for our client to choose the theme!

East Campus

Did you ever go to camp or a weekend event at a retreat center?  If so, the East Campus might bring back some memories.  Tucked back away from the road around a large central parking lot and greenspace, surrounded by trees with a covered picnic area, the East Campus is now open for clients.

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Make Your Health Shine Thanks To Sunshine

Sunshine plays a pivotal role in both physical and mental health, casting a glow that extends far beyond mere illumination. Exposure to sunlight triggers the skin’s production of vitamin D, essential for bone health, immune system function, and potentially warding off a myriad of health conditions.

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A new Clinical Manager for Child and Adolescent

 

This month, Kimberley (Kim) Fickinger, LCPC joined the CBHC team as Clinical Manager of the Child and Adolescent Services program. She brings to the program her many years of counseling experience, supervisory capability as a Qualified Mental Health Practitioner, and an excitement for the work that CBHC does.

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Unbelievable First Year for the Drop-In Center

 

The drop-in center’s inaugural year has been nothing short of amazing. With over 4000 visitors coming through the door, our tireless staff of six (Carla Ellis, Jasmine Jackson, Zane Muse, DeannaK elsay, Andrea Rucker, and Amber Cerentano , and Kenya Hooper have undoubtably improved countless lives in the community as well as strengthening and enriched the fabric of our community.

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Show Some Love, Donate Ready-To-Eat Food at the Drop-In Center

The Drop-In Center is collecting ready-to-eat shelf-stable food items and water bottles!  Granola/protein bars, individual bags of snacks, tuna salad kits: any food that doesn’t require refrigeration, heating, or a can opener. 

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Pet Connection

The top picture is of our dogs, Penny, Chloe, and Buddy. The bottom picture is our cat, Monroe.

March’s Pets of the Month belong to Brian Rowe. He and his husband have a furry family that includes one cat and three dogs.   

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We Want Your Pets!!!

 

Thanks to all the chatter we hear as we move through the building, we know The Pet Connection is incredibly popular.

It’s a fact, probably since the beginning of time, we’ve loved hearing about one another’s pets.
But we can’t do without you.

We need pets to feature!

So, if you have a furry, slimy, slithery, or even feathery family member you’d like to tell us about.

Simply, send an email to Jordan Dollar (JDollar@CBHC1.org). We’d love to hear about little Fluffy, Fido, or Skittles

The Benefits of Running

Spring is finally upon us. For many of us seeking to either meet (or restart) New Year’s 

 Resolutions regarding getting in better shape of losing weight, we will turn to running or jogging. Arguably, running or jogging is a more accessible means to enter into physical exercise.

  

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Crossword Puzzle

The first person who submits the most correct answers to the front desk newsletter@cbhc1.org will receive a ticket for a free lunch. Hard copies are available at the front desk.

 

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