North Central Behavioral Health Systems

08/14/2025

Keeping with August being family fun week, we want to share that medicine comes in all forms. We add to list list family and friends. We hope you are getting out and enjoying this summer in the northern hemisphere. Winter will be here before we know it so now is the time to be outside having fun.

08/14/2025

Here are the facts from how Depression is occurring in our county so far in 2025:

Prevalence: Over 13% of the population is affected by depression, with a 60% increase in prevalence over the past decade.

Adults: Approximately 8.3% of adults (around 21 million people) experienced at least one major depressive episode in 2021.

Children: The prevalence is particularly high among adolescents, with 19.2% experiencing depression.

Functional Impact: Nearly 90% of individuals with depression report difficulties in work, home, or social activities.

These statistics highlight the significant impact of depression on both adults and children in the U.S. in 2025.

Mental illness is real and the need for service is absolute. Do what you can to advocate to help these Americans heal. Healing is possible with the right resources and support. We all can make a difference.

Here is what one of the medical professional at our Affiliate Rosecrance Behavioral Health has to teach us about depression. we are here to help to create a pathway to healing for you.

08/13/2025

Are you looking to work in the evening in a part-time position in mental health? Have you thought about a career in the social services? We are offering an opportunity for a Residential Service Associate. Check out the job description and compensation at www.ncbhs.org/careers then call or email for more information.

08/13/2025

We are nearly at the middle of August which is Family Fun Month. Our friends at Families Rising shares a good message to get out there and enjoy each other. Time only goes forward so this time will never come again with each of you aging.

August is Family Fun Month 🥳 Whether yours formed through adoption, foster care, or kinship care: every family deserves to be celebrated. Take a moment this summer to pause, connect, and enjoy each other.

08/12/2025

Boundaries are one of the hardest things when we are wanting to please everyone, we do not know how to say "No" and when we are afraid to for the reaction we may experience. Boundaries with ourself can be even more challenging when dealing with substance use and addiction.

08/11/2025

We will be there enjoying the celebration of the start of the 2025/26 school year. Come out and join us you are in Mendota Area and want to have fun and support the children as they let go of summer and embrace their learning for another year.

08/11/2025

It is hard to fathom that school days are here already. Our Affiliate Rosecrance has some helpful hit for parents and children to be prepared for the coming year.

08/11/2025

What great news for our friends at Ottawa PADS! Thank you for your support for our community City of Ottawa!

🚧 Great News for Ottawa PADS! 🏗️

IV PADS would like to thank the City of Ottawa for taking the next step toward building a new shelter on Canal Street, using the $2 million grant received from the State of Illinois! 🙌

We’re excited to partner with the North Central Illinois Council of Governments (NCICG), who will oversee the grant. Demolition of the existing shelter is expected to take place by the end of summer, with construction of the new $4 million facility taking about one year to complete.

In the meantime, we’re working hard to renovate the former YMCA on Jackson Street to serve as a temporary shelter during construction. Our goal is to begin overnight services there by August 15.

Thank you to everyone who continues to support our mission to provide safe shelter and services to those in need. ❤️

08/08/2025

Our Ottawa location has several career positions available now. Please share this information with anyone living in the Illinois Valley who might be looking for a job in the mental health community. We offer full time positions, benefits and paid time off.

08/08/2025

We are proud to serve the adolescence and teens in all of our 10 locations. The commitment to health and wholeness for families experiencing the challenges of mental illness means healing for the entire family, not just the individual. The American Psychological Association is a wonderful resource to learn how to help the children and your family heal from the stress of the world today.

08/08/2025

For most people, recovery is best when support from peers and professionals is available. Our addiction and substance use programs continue to grow in the numbers of people we are able to serve. Like our Affiliate Rosecrance in 9 of our 10 locations we offer help to those who need the help we can provide.

08/07/2025

Positively Present has such sage wisdom for all aspects of mental health and recovery. If you do not already follow their page, we here at NCBHS encourage you to do so. You will never be disappointed in the thoughts on how to live a more positive and engaged life.

Today is a great day to make something — even if you’re not feeling particularly creative!