November 2015
NEWS & NOTES
A monthly e-newsletter for our donors, volunteers, and friends.
What's New
Phone-A-Thon
The TCFS Annual Phone-A-Thon fundraiser is being held November 9th, 10th, and 11th.  Our friendly volunteers will be calling to provide you with a quick update about the agency, answer any questions you may have, and ask for your continued support.
 
Given the increased demand for affordable mental heath services, and state cuts to mental health funding, we are more dependent than ever on individual support.
           
 
 
Get Out Your Running Shoes!
Register now for the 7th Annual Snowflake Shuffle being held Saturday, December 5, 2015 at the Mill Creek Clubhouse.  New this year is the addition of a 10K, and a hot-chocolate bar after the race! 
 
Is your company interested in sponsoring the event?  Sponsors receive recognition during the event, as well as other benefits. 
 
 

Barth Award Dinner Honors Volunteers
Kevin Gafney, Carolyn Fabian, Byron Saum
Kevin J. Gaffney, Carolyn Fabian, Byron Saum
The 31st Annual Barth Award Dinner was held on October 22 at Riverside Receptions in Geneva. 
The 2015 Barth Award Recipient, Carolyn Fabian, was recognized for her involvement with Turning Point, CASA, PEACE4ALL, the United Church of Christ, Open Door Clinic, and the ReHome Center.  The event also honored nominees Kevin J. Gaffney, Carolyn Nagle, and Byron Saum.
 
Special thanks to Robert Landrum for generously underwriting the event.

  
Welcome
TriCity Family Services is pleased to welcome Mike Weible to its Board of Directors.  Mr. Weible is a long-time supporter of TCFS and a Managing Partner at Weible & Cahill Insurance Agency in Lisle, Illinois. 

TCFS is also pleased to welcome former Board Member Linda Jones back to the agency as a Board-Level Volunteer and member of its Quality Advisory Committee.  
  
  
Mark Your Calendars!

-- Friends of TCFS Meeting - Wednesday, November 18, 2015, 1:00pm, Geneva office. 

-- TCFS Annual Gala & Benefit - Saturday, April 16, 2016

 
Upcoming TCFS Programs
  
Mujeres Unidas/Women United Support Group -- NEW
2nd and 4th Mondays of each month
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. 
  
  
Eating Disorder Parent Group -- NEW
2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month
7:00-8:30pm
TCFS, 1120 Randall Court, Geneva
 
For more information:
630-232-1070 or click here.
  
  
Support, skills-training, and empowerment for parents who care for a child with an eating disorder.
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 to their children.
  
  
  
Volunteer Opportunities

Make Phone Calls for TCFS

Friendly voices are needed November 9th, 10th, and 11th from 6:00pm to 9:00pm to help with our Annual Phone-A-Thon.  Volunteers will reach out to TCFS supporters and encourage continuing agency support.  Training, scripts, and delicious food will be provided. 

 

Contact Sacha Urban at 630-232-1070 or surban@tricityfamilyservices.org for more information.

 

 

Join the Friends of TriCity Family Services 
We invite you to join us in our efforts to help TriCity Family Services provide its 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, 2016. 
  
For more information, or to offer your time and talents, please contact Jim Di Ciaula at jdiciaula@sbcglobal.net 
  
 
  
Thank You!
Thank you to the Fox River Dental Association for its $300 donation to the agency. 
  
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"Coming here has helped with my perspective in life.  Although not much has changed, I am able to cope with the disappointments better and continue to hope for a change in the cycle in the future."
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