Morgan graduated from Illinois State University with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology.  Morgan recently completed an internship with PATH Crisis in Bloomington, IL.  In her role as intern, Morgan answered calls for their 24/7 crisis and information referral hotline, and trained new incoming volunteers.

We would also like to welcome Melina Pantoja as our new part-time Clinician.

Melina graduated from Loyola University Chicago in 2009 with a Masters in Social Work. Melina has a very extensive social work background.  She has worked for the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services in Aurora, Orchard Place in Des Plaines, Community Crisis Center in Elgin, and Renz Prevention Center in Elgin.  Additionally, she has a Social Work internship with The Salvation Army-La Villita in Chicago and a Social Work Externship with the Night Ministry in Chicago. 

Throughout the month of July, we, at TriCity Family Services have been promoting and encouraging wellness efforts among our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) client organizations in recognition of Workplace Wellness Month.  To practice what we preach, we have scheduled a variety of wellness events and opportunities for our own employees at TCFS to help promote the importance of healthy choices and behaviors while at work.  

 

• We are having weekly walk times at both office locations - a brisk 20 minute walk around the office neighborhood, scheduled during lunchtime on different days of the week to allow employees who work varying days/times to participate.    

 

• To promote Movement in our Workplace at the agency, we are encouraging a "Sit for 60, Move for 3" attitude.  This means that for every 60 minutes that our employees sit - whether it be a meeting, a clinical session, or just at their desk/computer - they are being encouraged to move for 3 minutes.  

 

• Pat Heun, part-time receptionist, presented a Movement Awareness Workshop to TCFS employees.  Pat works as a fitness instructor for Batavia Park District, and she shared many valuable tips and strategies for incorporating more fitness into our daily lives. 

 

• Greg Watson LCSW, ACSW, LMFT, Sr. Clinician/Consultant, and Sheri O'Brien LCPC, Sr. Clinician/Consultant, recently co-presented a Calming the Mind and Body Workshop to the staff where they taught a variety of mindfulness and relaxation exercises.  

 

• At the beginning of the week, TCFS staff brought healthy toppings and veggies to create a signature salad pile-on lunch complete with a "green" smoothie with 16 healthy ingredients.

 

 

Although July is coming to a close, it doesn't mean that workplace wellness has to end.  On behalf of TriCity Family Services, we encourage you to also promote a culture of wellness in the workplace year round.  By remaining healthy and active, your workplace will reap beneficial rewards such as increased productivity and decreased absenteeism. 

 

Eat a salad or have a healthy snack today while reading our July e-newsletter!

Featured Photo of the Month 

Jason Schneider, of Naperville, is handed the gavel as the new President of the agency's governing Board of Directors. Jason Schneider is succeeding Jim Di Ciaula, of St. Charles, who recently retired as Board President, having served since 2011. 

With the new fiscal year, we are proud to announce the new slate of officers for the Board of Directors. 

Our 2014-2015 Slate of Officers is as follows...

Jason Schneider, President

Jim Di Ciaula, Vice President

Greg Mills, Secretary

Steve Kannaka, Treasurer

Kristin Behmer, President-Friends of TriCity Family Services President

We would also like to thank Linda Jones for her eight year commitment to the Board.   Linda has been on the board since 2006, and served as the Board Secretary for three years. Now retired from the Board, Linda plans to remain actively involved with the Friends of TriCity Family Services.

Click here to view the complete 2014-2015 Board of Directors list.

The Friends of TCFS would like to recognize their 2014-2015 Slate of Officers....

Kristin Behmer, Friends President

Kristie Dienst, Recording Secretary/Past President

Connie Meister, Treasurer

The Friends would also like to introduce their new Event Chairs...

Anne Stephans, Fashion Show: Thursday, Sept. 11th at the Lincoln Inn, Batavia.

Carolyn Minear, Snowflake Shuffle 5K Run/Walk: Saturday, Dec. 6th at the Mill Creek Clubhouse & Subdivision in Geneva.

Janet Hosler and Jody Snyder, Savory Sips Wine Event: Date/Location TBD.

Barbara Riebe and Sherri Smith, 26th Annual Benefit: Saturday, April 18th, 2015 at the Pheasant Run Mega Center in St. Charles.

Click here to view the complete Friends of TriCity Family Services Board List.