SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A bill supported by state Rep. Diane Pappas, D-Itasca, would improve Illinois’ mental health care systems and modernize Medicaid payment plans.“People fighting mental health problems deserve straightforward, modern health care,” Pappas said. “By...
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To advocate for early intervention of mental illness in children and teens, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, recently assisted legislation out of the House Elementary and Secondary Education: School Curriculum and Policies Committee to...
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To increase awareness and beat the stigma surrounding mental health, state Rep. Karina Villa, D-West Chicago, is sponsoring legislation to include curriculum around mental health and the important connection between mental and physical health in...
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Illinois veterans are facing high rates of suicide and depression and state Rep. Mike Halpin, D-Rock Island, recently proposed a statement of support to draw attention to this problem.“The brave men and women who have served in our armed forces are...
CHICAGO – To highlight the impact of trauma endured by first responders and law enforcement and their personal experiences with mental health challenges, state Rep. Fran Hurley, D-Chicago, is partnering with the Chicago-based non-profit Erasing the Distance to bring a...