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Governor Pritzker Signs Legislation Requiring Insurance Coverage of Mental Health Prevention Visits 

We are thrilled that Governor Pritzker signed The Mental Health and Wellness Act (HB2847) on Friday.  The legislation requires most private insurance plans in Illinois to cover an annual mental health and wellness visit to a mental health professional at no cost to the insured, beginning in 2025. Rep. Lindsey LaPointe and Sen. Laura Fine […]

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Thresholds’ Response To Illinois Supreme Court Ruling Upholding The Elimination Of Cash Bail

Supreme Court decision is a victory for dismantling systemic racism and discrimination  The Illinois Supreme Court’s ruling yesterday to uphold the elimination of cash bail is a major victory toward dismantling systemic racism. Cash bail requires a person who has been arrested to post bail while awaiting trial, before guilt or innocence is established. This discriminatory […]

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Thresholds Named for the 7th Time Among Chicago’s 2023 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For®

Chicago, IL – Thresholds, one of the largest providers of community mental health and substance use services in Illinois, has been awarded one of Chicago’s 2023 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® – for the seventh time. The award is given to companies that have distinguished themselves to have the most innovative human resource practices. “Our incredible […]

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Thresholds CEO Mark Ishaug Named Among The 2023 Crain’s Notable Health Care Leaders

Ishaug recognized for civic leadership and role in efforts to expand mental health resources across Illinois May 01, 2023, CHICAGO, IL – Today, Thresholds’ Chief Executive Officer Mark Ishaug was named one of Crain’s Chicago Business’ 2023 Notable Health Care Leaders. The annual list celebrates leaders for their pioneering accomplishments and ability to adjust to […]

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Join Us for the Thresholds 2023 Gala: The Power of Peers

Join us on Thursday, May 11th for our biggest night of the year, the Thresholds’ Gala 2023: The Power of Peers, as we raise funds to provide life-transforming services for thousands of individuals experiencing mental health and substance use conditions. This year, we will highlight the power of peers, shining a light on the importance of peer support […]

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