October 2015
NEWS & NOTES
A monthly e-newsletter for our donors, volunteers, and friends.
What's New
TCFS Ribbon Cutting October 8
TCFS and the St. Charles Chamber of Commerce are holding a ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday, October 8 from 4:00 to 6:00pm at our new office -- 2570 Foxfield Road, Suite 101 in St. Charles.  This new office is located between Dunham Road and Kirk Road just north of Route 64.
  
Please stop by for refreshments and a tour!  The official Ribbon Cutting by Mayor Rogina is scheduled for 4:30pm.
  
  
Barth Award Dinner October 22
The 2015 William D. Barth Award for Volunteer Excellence will be presented at the TriCity Family Services Barth Award Dinner on Thursday, October 22nd.  The event is from 5:00 to 8:00pm and will be held at Riverside Receptions, located at 35 N. River Lane, Geneva, Illinois.  The event features a buffet dinner and cash bar.  There is no cost to attend, though donations are accepted and appreciated.  Please R.S.V.P. by calling 630-232-1070.
  
Established in 1985, the William D. Barth Award recognizes one individual who has made a significant and positive impact, through community service, on the central Kane County area. 
  
  
 
The Batavia United Way Run/Walk is October 24
Support Batavia United Way (a generous supporter of TCFS!) on October 24 at its 5K Walk/Run/10K Run.  The event begins at 9:00am at River Street in Batavia. 
  
  
    
Vote to Support TCFS at the Batavia Arts Council Halloween Hooligans Event
Halloween Hooligans is a fun event allowing you to become involved in selecting which Halloween costumes some of Batavia's finest will wear this Halloween and raise money for local charities at the same time.  This year, Karen Hollis of K. Hollis Jewelers has chosen TCFS as one of her charities!
  
Each volunteer Hooligan has three costume choices. Your monetary vote decides which character they will become, raises funds for Batavia Arts Council grants and scholarships, and raises funds for participants' charities. The one participant raising the MOST revenue will receive an additional 10% of the entire net profit raised to give to their charity. And based on who is in the lead at midnight on September 30th and October 15th, an additional $50.00 will be awarded to those charities on each date.
Our reveal event will take place on Friday, October 30th at 2:00pm at The Range Grill and Tap.
  
  
  
Welcome New Staff
TCFS is pleased to welcome Leslie Silver, the new evening receptionist at our Foxfield location in St. Charles. 
  
  
Fashion Show Re-Cap
The Friends 5th Annual Fall Fashion Show took place on September 17th at the Lincoln Inn in Batavia. Over one hundred ladies enjoyed each other's company at the seated dinner followed by a fall fashion show. Jeans and Cute Top Shop in St. Charles provided a terrific selection from their fall collection. New to this year's show were models with familiar faces. An extra special thank you to Abby Szlarek, Shanan Szlarek, Erin Jordan, Carrie Sebold, and Cynthia Kadela!
 
Lori Georgeson, Bobbi Alderfer, Jami Johnson, Kristin Behmer, Judy Burgess, Diane Gibson, Kristie Dienst, Kari Bartel
The honor of the Judy Burgess Award went to one of our most dedicated, long-term volunteers. The Friends unanimously voted Kristin Behmer as this year's winner. Kristin's years of service and willingness to always be a part of TCFS efforts is very appreciated. We are particularly honored to have had Kristin serve as the president of the Friends for the last three years. She works diligently to allow the Friends to provide support to the agency and its clients.
 
Another highlight of the event, our annual membership drive, added twelve new friends to our auxiliary group. We are pleased to welcome this new group of volunteers to our organization.
  
  
Upcoming TCFS Events -- Mark Your Calendars!
Snowflake Shuffle - Saturday, December 5, 2015
Gala & Benefit - Saturday, April 16, 2016
Upcoming TCFS Programs
  
Project Self-Compassion -  NEW
Thursdays, October 1 - November 19
7:00pm-8:30pm
TCFS, 1120 Randall Court, Geneva
  
For more information:
630-232-1070 or click here.
  
This new 8-session skill-building group is designed for high school girls interested in cultivating inner strength, improving emotional resiliency, increasing self-awareness, and learning how to better manage relationships.
 
  
Smart Choices Program
Fall 2015 Session 1
 
Grades 3-5 and parents:
Saturdays, October 3-November 14 (no class 10/31)
10:15am-11:15am
TCFS, 1120 Randall Court, Geneva

 
Middle School / High School and parents:
Scheduled individually with the families
TCFS, 1120 Randall Court, Geneva
  
For more information: 
630-232-1070 or click here. 

 

 

 

 
This workshop for children and their parents teaches the necessary skills to effectively communicate needs, manage anger, and resolve conflicts at home, in the community, and at school. 

 
Other sessions are available throughout the year.  Visit our website for information on our Fall 2015 Session 2,
Winter 2015 Session,
Spring 2016 Session 1, and
Spring 2016 Session 2.
  
  
Bridges Divorce Adjustment Workshop
Mondays, October 5 - November 16 (no class 10/12)
3:45pm-5:00pm
TCFS, 1120 Randall Court, Geneva
  
For more information:
630-232-1070 or click here.
  

This 6-session workshop is for children, ages 7-11, struggling to cope with issues related to their parents' separation and/or divorce.

 

 

 

 

Mujeres Unidas/Women United Support Group -- NEW

2nd and 4th Mondays of each month

Starting October 12

6:30-8:00pm

TCFS, 1120 Randall Court, Geneva  

 

For more information:

630-232-1070 or click here.

This new, ongoing group provides support to Latina women encountering everyday stressors associated with the numerous roles they encompass, while working to increase their sense of belonging. 

 

 

Family-Based Treatment for Eating Disorders:  Parents Group -- NEW

2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month

Starting October 14

7:00-8:30pm

TCFS, 1120 Randall Court, Geneva

 

For more information:

630-232-1070 or click here.

  

 

Support, skills-training, and empowerment for current, potential, and alumni parents of our FBT program.
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group

Last Tuesday of each month

7:00-8:30pm
Please call 630-232-1070 for the meeting location.

This ongoing group provides support for dealing with the unique challenges associated with being primary caregivers to grandchildren.

 

 

Single Moms Support Group

2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month

6:30-8:00pm

Please call 630-232-1070 for the meeting location. 

This ongoing group offers education and support to help single moms reduce stress, manage multiple demands, develop better coping skills, and provide effective guidance for children.
  
Volunteer Opportunities
Join the Friends of TriCity Family Services 
The Friends of TriCity Family Services was formed in 1997 as a network of volunteers to support the agency in a variety of ways. We invite you to join us in our efforts to help TriCity Family Services provide their much-needed services to individuals and families in our community.
  
For more information, call Jennifer Downing at 630-232-1070, or click here. 
To download a printable membership form, click here.
To join the Friends online, click here.
 
 
Help Plan Our 27th Annual Gala & Benefit!
Volunteers are needed to assist with all aspects of this spectacular TCFS fundraising event being held April 16, of 2016.  Projects include:
  • Logistics
  • Soliciting corporate and event sponsorships
  • Obtaining auction items and creating auction packages/baskets (large and small)
  • Hosting a "Cocktails for A Cause" event
  • Selling raffle tickets
  • Marketing
  • Decorating
  • Volunteering at the event
  • and more!
Funds raised from the Gala & Benefit make it possible for TriCity Family Services, Kane County's leading provider of counseling and other emotional wellness programs, to continue helping our thousands of clients strengthen themselves, their families, and their communities.
  
For more information, or to offer your time and talents, please contact Jim Di Ciaula at jdiciaula@sbcglobal.net 
  
 
  
Thank You!
Thank You
Thank you to the Exchange Club of the Tri-Cities for their generous $2,500 donation to TCFS.  Your support directly benefits the residents of our community!
  
Thank you to Nicor Home Solutions for becoming a TCFS Corporate Partner in Caring at the Supporter Level ($2,500).  Corporate Partners in Caring are companies that want to invest in their community, make just one gift per year, and receive year-long recognition. Their annual commitment directly benefits TriCity Family Services' programs and the clients we serve.  
  
What Our Clients Are Saying...

"FBT [Family-Based Treatment for Eating Disorders] has radically changed my life.  I would hate to think about where I would be today if I didn't get involved in the program.  I am so thankful for FBT and I feel truly blessed that I am a part of it.  It definitely works!"
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