Rise & Thrive Wellness

09/08/2025

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🍂🎨 Fall Open Studio is here! 🎨🍂⁠
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Kankakee Arts CoLab and Rise & Thrive Wellness are teaming up to offer ongoing Open Art Studio sessions this fall! ✨⁠
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Come explore your creative side in a welcoming, relaxed space — whether you're a seasoned artist or just curious to try something new. 🖌️ No pressure, just process. Come for one week or join us all season long! All are welcome. ⁠
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Each session is gently facilitated by Art Therapists from Rise & Thrive Wellness, offering support and inspiration along the way. 💛⁠
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📍Free & open to the community⁠
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🎟️ Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfGSTiERC82PAIX8-i18c5d1iFP4NBYgfFnmBOc4kav3_owjA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=112725485342459050809⁠
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09/07/2025

🙌Thanks to , we have enough content to make two posts about our recent team retreat at !!

✍️ And we think Megan deserves another shoutout because…have you ever seen so many smiles at a work training event?!

09/06/2025

❓If you’re a mental health worker, tell us in the comments, what inspired your career choice?⁠
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🗣️We asked our staff: “Who or what made you want to work in mental health?” The resounding answer….their inner child!⁠
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Many of our team were drawn to mental health work because of personal experiences and the desire to make a difference in the lives of others.⁠
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❤️Just look at all those hopeful young faces! ⁠
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* Re-posted because of a naming error😬*
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09/05/2025

🤩 Be honest, are your work trainings this fun?!

🥇 Our fearless leader, Megan, has mastered the art of making work meetings engaging and enjoyable!

☕️ There was interactive activities, humor, and a supportive atmosphere.
Not to mention the coffee! (Thanks )

09/04/2025

Ready to see Kankakee through a new lens? Join us for "Picture This: Downtown Kankakee" on September 18 from 6-8 PM!

What you'll do during this interactive walking tour:

📷 Get equipped with a digital camera (or use your own phone/equipment)
🎓 Learn quick photography tips from a professional photographer
📝 Follow creative photo prompts as you explore downtown
📰 Tell downtown's story through photojournalism
🏪 Visit local businesses & hear owners' stories
🎁 Enjoy special samples, freebies, or exclusive offers from participating businesses
🖼️ Print your photos on-site and use them in a collaborative community art project led by Rise and Thrive Wellness that will showcase the many ways we see & celebrate Kankakee together!

Tickets are just $20 and include all supplies!
All photos will be compiled into a collaborative album to share with participants after the event.

Ready to become a community storyteller? Space is limited, get your tickets now: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/2YEP5AHFYDPUQ

09/04/2025

🎨 Creativity in full bloom: Our summer school group students were building artistic skills and relationships!

🏫 It was such a pleasure to be a part of this experience!

09/03/2025

We are so excited to partner with Downtown Kankakee and a ton of other local businesses for this event! ✨🌇

Have you bought your tickets yet?! 🤩📸

📸✨ Ready to see Kankakee through a new lens? Join us for "Picture This: Downtown Kankakee" on September 18 from 6-8 PM!

What you'll do during this interactive walking tour:
📷 Get equipped with a digital camera (or use your own phone/equipment)
🎓 Learn quick photography tips from a professional photographer
📝 Follow creative photo prompts as you explore downtown
📰 Tell downtown's story through photojournalism
🏪 Visit local businesses & hear owners' stories
🎁 Enjoy special samples, freebies, or exclusive offers from participating businesses
🖼️ Print your photos on-site and use them in a collaborative community art project led by Rise and Thrive

Tickets are just $20 and include all supplies!
All photos will be compiled into a collaborative album to share with participants after the event.

Ready to become a community storyteller? Space is limited, get your tickets now! 👆

09/01/2025

🍂🎨 Fall Open Studio is here! 🎨🍂⁠
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Kankakee Arts CoLab and Rise & Thrive Wellness are teaming up to offer ongoing Open Art Studio sessions this fall! ✨⁠
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Come explore your creative side in a welcoming, relaxed space — whether you're a seasoned artist or just curious to try something new. 🖌️ No pressure, just process. Come for one week or join us all season long! All are welcome. ⁠
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Each session is gently facilitated by Art Therapists from Rise & Thrive Wellness, offering support and inspiration along the way. 💛⁠
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📍Free & open to the community⁠
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🎟️ Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfGSTiERC82PAIX8-i18c5d1iFP4NBYgfFnmBOc4kav3_owjA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=112725485342459050809⁠
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08/30/2025

🎓The decision to become a therapist often stems from a deep-seated desire to help others and make a positive impact on their lives.

🗣️ Many therapists cite personal experiences with mental health, either their own or that of loved ones, as a pivotal factor that inspired them to enter the field. Others find fulfillment in guiding individuals through their healing journeys.

🪑 Ultimately, the path to becoming a therapist is often paved with a commitment to understanding the complexities of the human mind and fostering resilience and growth in others.

Shoutout to for providing the colorful backdrop!

08/29/2025

☕️ During a team meeting at , we asked our staff: Why did you become a therapist?

🤗The answers did not disappoint!

08/28/2025

🎨 We were out painting faces at the recent Sunset Stroll event in downtown Kankakee.

🪄 Is there anything more magical than face paint?! What would your inner child pick?

08/28/2025

See you again this Saturday at Merchant Street Art Gallery of Artists with Autism!

🍂🎨 Fall Art Therapy Groups 🎨🍂

Rise & Thrive Wellness is excited to partner with Merchant Street Art Gallery of Artists with Autism to bring you Art Therapy Groups this fall! ✨

Through guided creative expression, participants will have the opportunity to explore emotions, reduce stress, and connect in a supportive environment.

📅 Dates: Saturdays, August 23rd - November 8th
⏰ Time: 10:30AM - 12:00 PM
📍 Location: 356 E Merchant St, Kankakee, IL 60901
🔗 Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdkNmMvWpqaTtjMQfPvassJl3NLO0NcxMdHxJytK5KgolbdKg/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=112725485342459050809

💵 Cost: $10 per person, per session
✨ Sliding scale available — please contact Merchant Street Art Gallery for details.

Spaces are limited — reserve your spot today and join us for a season of creativity and healing! 🌟