Independence Health & Therapy Notebook

Every September, mental health organizations across the country recognize Suicide Prevention Awareness Month as a time to increase awareness, share resources, and spread hope. Suicide affects everyone, regardless of age, race, socioeconomic status, or gender identity....

The 9th Annual Woodstock Ale Fest will take place on Saturday, Oct. 1 at the corner of Clay and Newell streets in Woodstock from 1-5 p.m. The fest features 60 brews and spirits from 30 local breweries and distillers, a 50/50 raffle, music, and food trucks with...

Pediatric therapy programs help children who may not be meeting specific motor and developmental milestones. According to the Illinois Department of Human Services, most developmental differences are nothing to worry about, but in some children, the differences can...

Since 1949, May has been recognized as Mental Health Awareness Month, with the goal of raising awareness of those living with mental or behavioral health issues. About half of Americans will meet the criteria for a diagnosable mental health condition sometime in their...

Physical, occupational and speech therapies offer a range of support for individuals with epilepsy or traumatic brain injuries. Traumatic brain injury occurs when an injury disrupts the way the brain functions. Mild traumatic brain injury may affect your brain cells...

By 2030, it is estimated that adults over age 65 will comprise one-fifth of the US population. The Institute of Medicine reports that 14-20 percent of older adults have significant mental health concerns. Geriatric psychiatry specializes in providing care and...

While adult day programs are commonly associated with seniors, this program also serves individuals with chronic health conditions, those with the inability to manage independently and adults who are isolated or lonely. Seniors who seldom see anyone outside of their...

Speech is an expression of thoughts and feelings using articulate sounds. A speech disorder or communication disorder is when normal speech is disrupted and communication using spoken words is blocked. Speech therapy is the assessment and treatment of communications...

What role does generosity play in your life? What motivates you to give of your time, talents, and resources? Our Executive Director, John Buckley, had the privilege of sitting down with our long-time board member and advocate, Sheldon Clark, to discuss this topic and hear from his perspective the power of generosity.