February 2016
NEWS & NOTES
A monthly e-newsletter for our donors, volunteers, and friends.
What's New
Congress Passes Permanent IRA Charitable Transfer Bill
On December 18, Congress passed the PATH ACT making the IRA Charitable Rollover and two other charitable giving incentives permanent law.  A few days later, President Obama signed the legislation, marking a historic victory for charities and their donors.
  
The legislation allows donors age 70 1/2 and older to transfer up to $100,000 per year to charities using funds from their Individual Retirement Account (IRA) with significant tax savings.  No longer do individuals have to take their annual Required Minimum Distribution (RMD), claim it as income, then make a gift to charity; now the gift can go directly from their IRA to the specific charity.  

For more information about planned giving to TCFS, please contact Kathleen Hausmann, Director of Development, at 630-232-1070 or by email.


Eating Disorders Awareness Week is February 21-February 27
Eating disorders are complex, multi-causal mental illnesses that impact an estimated 30 million people in the United States. And these numbers do not reflect those who struggle with disordered eating behaviors and attitudes, or body dissatisfaction.

Eating disorders are not lifestyle choices or fads, and instead are real, crippling conditions that have serious consequences for one's physical, emotional, and mental health. The three most common eating disorders are Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, and Binge Eating Disorder.

At TriCity Family Services in Geneva, we offer a comprehensive, outpatient, family-based approach to treating eating disorders that recognizes parents as the best resource for their child's/adolescent's recovery. We also offer a support group for parents.

February is a great time to broaden your knowledge about the serious mental illnesses known as eating disorders.  Please contact TCFS at 630-232-1070 for more information, or visit our website.
 

We Love Our Volunteers!
Join us for a volunteer appreciation event on Thursday, February 11 from 6:00pm-8:00pm at the KHollis Wine Bar, 147 South Randall Road in Batavia (www.khollisjewelers.com/wine-bar/).
 
Complimentary hors d'oeuvres and treats will be served, and wine will be available for purchase.  We'd love to see you there!
 


 
TCFS Receives Grants
TCFS is proud to announce the receipt of grants from the following foundations:
  • Pentair:  $2,000 for outpatient mental health services
  • Batavia Rotary Club:  $2,000 for the Wilderness Challenge Program
This support is vital to our continued provision of professional and affordable mental health services to residents of the greater Kane County area. 


Mark Your Calendars!
-- Annual Gala & Benefit: Saturday, April 16, 2016
-- Golf Outing & Tennis Tournament: Monday, June 27, 2016
-- Lobster Fly-In: Saturday, June 18, 2016
Upcoming TCFS Programs
  
A spectacular full-day retreat where 4th, 5th, and 6th grade girls can explore their interests, build stronger relationship skills, learn to make healthy decisions, enhance images of themselves as capable and competent individuals, and have fun.

Date: Saturday, February 27, 2016 from 8:30am-3:15pm

Location: Geneva Middle School South, 1415 Viking Drive, Geneva

Cost: $35 per girl (includes t-shirt, snacks, and lunch). Registration is required. Fee reductions are available based on need.


Are You & Your Child Ready for Social Media?!?... What Every Parent Needs to Know!
If your child uses a tablet, has a smart phone, or has access to a computer or video gaming system with internet connection, please don't miss this important presentation.
Melissa Hemzacek, LSW and Internet Safety Specialist from the Office of the Illinois Attorney General, combines her education and social work background, her internet safety and prevention expertise, and real life examples to help parents keep their children safe on the Internet.

Date: Saturday, February 27, 2016 from 9:15am-10:15pm (Breakfast will be served from 8:45am-9:15am)

Location: Geneva Middle School South Cafeteria, 1415 Viking Drive, Geneva.  Please enter through the exterior cafeteria doors.

Cost: Presentation is FREE and open to the public. Breakfast is $5.00 (in advance)
This 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. Supportive meetings will challenge participants to grow through activities and discussions. Parents attend the last session with the teens.

Dates: Thursdays, March 10 - May 12, 2016 (no meeting 3/24, 3/31) from 7:00-8:30pm

Location: TCFS, 1120 Randall Court, Geneva

Costs: $80 per series. Registration is required. Fee reductions are available based on need.

2nd and 4th Mondays of each month, 6:30-8:00pm
TCFS, 1120 Randall Court, Geneva  

2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month, 7:00-8:30pm
TCFS, 1120 Randall Court, Geneva

Last Tuesday of each month, 7:00-8:30pm
Please call 630-232-1070 for the meeting location.

Single Moms Support Group
2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month, 6:30-8:00pm
Please call 630-232-1070 for the meeting location. 
  
  
  
Donation Requests / Volunteer Opportunities

Recumbent Bike Request

Do you have a recumbent bike that you'd be willing to donate to a TCFS client?  If so, please contact Mary Kay Dowling at 630-232-1070 or via email.

 

 

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 following companies for renewing their Corporate Partner in Caring philanthropic commitments:
  • Comcast: $25,000
  • BMO Harris Bank: $7,500
  • Dickens, Mason, & Kissell DDS: $2,500
  • St. Charles Bank and Trust: $2,500
For more information about the TCFS Corporate Partner in Caring Program, contact Sacha Urban, Manager of Community Giving, at 630-232-1070 or via email. 
What Our Clients Are Saying...

"I am grateful that TCFS is here and is helping my family in such a positive way."
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